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German 1970s Space Age Mirrored Flush Light
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in New York, NY
A high style space age German circular 6 light mirror flush ceiling light. Rewired. Six light sources.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Enamel
Fabulous 1970s Space Age 9 Glass Spheres and Chrome Chandelier, Germany
Located in Bergen op Zoom, NL
German 1970s Space Age chandelier
9 molded textured heavy glass spheres on chromed circular arms
Original 1970s production in a very nice condition and of very high quality man...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Brass, Steel
Space Age White Beech Coffee Table by Opal, 1970, Germany
By Opal
Located in Vienna, AT
This vintage Space Age coffee table consists of a white lacquered beech wooden base topped with an oval shaped smoked glass top.
The vintage condition is very good.
Approximate mea...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Beech
Space Age Sputnik Pedant Lamp by Doria, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
This large hand blown pendant lamp was made by the German manufacturer Doria in the 1970s. The beautiful hand blown glass sphere is mounted on brass colored base.
These high quali...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Space Age Glas bubble Doria table lamp, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hamburg, DE
This table lamp is from the company "Doria" from the 1970s. The lamp has the typical bubble design of the space-age line of Doria. The lampshade is a round glass sphere turned on a c...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Space Age Vintage Glass Floor Lamp by Doria 1970s Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Space age vintage glass floor lamp by Doria 1970s, Germany great for using as a floor lamp and also as a table lamp.
Also the lamp features a paper label underneath - no 1240 10.
The...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Glass
Space Age Coffee Table by Knut Hesterberg, Germany, 1970
By Ronald Schmitt
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Space Age styling round glass top cocktail table with three ring solid steel chrome base. Where the rings join there are artistically designed disk shaped feet, it is in wonderful or...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
Modular Sofa by Luigi Colani for Rosenthal, Germany, Space Age, 1970s
By Luigi Colani, Rosenthal
Located in Antwerp, BE
Modular Sofa; Sectional Sofa; Luigi Colani; Rosenthal; Germany; German Design; Minimalist Space Age; Upholstery; 1970s;
A rare modular sofa designed in the 1970s by recently decea...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Sofas
Materials
Fiberglass, Foam, Fabric
H 33.47 in. W 196.86 in. D 36.23 in.
Vintage Space Age Glass Ball Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
This pendant lamp is from Germany from the 1970s. It is made of glass, metal and plastic parts. The glass ball is held by a metal ring and hangs from 3 diamond-shaped bead chains. Th...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Awesom Space Age Chrome & Glass Cascading Lamp, 1970s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This ceiling lamp features a small frame with four cascading glass elements.
Fully functional.
Four E27 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V.
Wiring is suitable for all countr...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Space Age Vintage Chrome Coffee Table circa 1970 Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age chromed vintage sputnik coffee table, which shows one chrome ring and six large chrome globes arranged in two-tiers. Also the coffee table feautres a smoked glass top.
Very...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
Interlübke Highback Space Age Seat with New Upholstery, Germany, 1970
By Interlübke
Located in Haderslev, DK
Special and rare highback seat produced by Interlübke, Germany, 1970.
Completely new full upholstery with tan colored corduroy fabric and new foam. Due to the full upholstery the ...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 47.25 in. W 24.81 in. D 33.47 in.
4 Continental Advertisement Lithographic Prints, Space Age, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Set of 4 advertising posters of the company Continental from the 1970s. The Hanover-based company is still known for the production of tires for cars, two-wheelers and commercial veh...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Posters
Materials
Paper
Space Age Floor Lamp by Frank Bentler for WILA, Germany, 1970s
By WILA
Located in Haderslev, DK
Beautiful and rare space age floor lamp by Frank Bentler for Wila, Germany, 1970s.
Large acrylic yellow shade with two bulbs. The shade is height adjustable and is placed on a chr...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Large Space Age "Full Moon" Ceiling Pendant Light 1970s, Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautifully pendant light, looks like a full moon, 1970s Germany, comes from the Space Age Era. Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. The Fixture requires a European E27 / 1...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic, Acrylic, Lucite
Space Age Vintage Chromed Metal Smoked Glass Coffee Table, 1970s, Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage coffee table from chromed metal and smoked glass 1970s Germany.
While the chromed metal base shows a beautiful curved construction, the smoked glass top features r...
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Vintage 1970s Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Space Age Vintage Orange White Coat Rack Dresses Wall Germany 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage coat rack or dresses wall from orange and white lacquered pressboard with three white plastic hooks, 1970s.
Wonderful coat rack in happy making color tone orange a...
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Vintage 1970s Space Age Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Plastic
H 49.22 in. W 17.72 in. D 5.12 in.
Space Age Lounge Chair, White Lacquer, Leather, Reptile Look, Germany, 1970s
Located in Regensburg, DE
Space Age lounge chair, white lacquer, leather, reptile look, Germany, 1970s
Extraordinary design lounge chair from Germany, 1970s (Verner Panton Era style, Space Age)
White lacq...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 41.34 in. W 31.5 in. D 31.5 in.
Space Age 13 Balls Orange Chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970s, Germany
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Space Age 13 Balls Orange Chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970s, Germany
Fantastic 3 opal ball glass atomic age pendant lamp
Lampshade is in good condition and very clean.
Thi...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Space Age Gold Metal Pair of Sconces by Cosack, 1970s, Germany
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Rare Space Age gold metal pair of sconces by Cosack, 1970s, Germany
Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps
Lamps are in very good condition.
These lamps works with E27 stand...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Terence Conran Space Age German Steel Chandelier for Erco, 1970s
By ERCO Leuchten, Sir Terence Conran
Located in The Hague, NL
Chandelier designed by Terence Conran and manufactured by Erco lightening manufacture in 1970's period, Germany.
This piece is made of steel and chrome lightening "eye balls"with in...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 51.19 in. W 18.12 in. D 10.24 in.
Rare Space Age Gold Metal Pair of Sconces by Cosack, 1970s, Germany
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Rare Space Age gold metal pair of sconces by Cosack, 1970s Germany
Very elegant and rare wall lamps.
Lamps are in very good condition.
These lamps works with E27 standard l...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Stunning Handmade Space Age Wool Carpet, 1970s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning handmade Space Age wool carpet, 1970s Germany.
Has been professionally cleaned. The colour shines incredibly beautiful. A stunning carpet from the 1970s in very good cond...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Space Age 10-Light Chrome and Bubble Glass Sputnik Lamp, 1970s, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fully functional.
With ten E14 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V.
Wiring is suitable for all countries.
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Rare Set of 2 Chrome Space Age Flush Mounts from Cossack, Germany, 1970s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare set of 2 chrome Space Age flush mounts. Ten e27 bulb sockets.
Category
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
German Space Age 1970s Golden Flush Pendant Chandelier
By Kaiser Idell
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 1970s German space age flush light or chandelier composed of a golden brass fixture with golden frosted glass globe shades by the lighting company, Kaiser. Six light sour...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Richard Essig 3-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1970s, Germany
By Richard Essig
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Richard Essig chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its Space Age design and three transparent balls. The body of the light is made of full metal, includi...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1970s German Cosack Leuchten Chrome Sputnik Space Age Hanging Light Chandelier
By Cosack Leuchten, Gebrüder Cosack
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning chromed-metal sputnik pendant hanging light attributed to Cosack Leuchten. No manufacturers label is present but the bulb holders are the same on others I have...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 23.63 in. Dm 19.69 in.
Elegant German Space Age Floor Lamp by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany 1970s
By Verner Panton, Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Haderslev, DK
Rare tall Space Age floor lamp by Kaiser Leuchten from the 1970s.
Functionalism and beautiful design are the keywords for this stunning floor lamp.
The awesome pop- or opart bl...
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Vintage 1970s German Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Space Age Cascade Pendant by Peill & Putzler, Germany 1960-1970
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Herentals, BE
Cascade chandelier, Peill and Putzler, Germany 1960-1970.
Hanging lamp with 3 bubble glass spheres, pink, amber and mauve colored.
Each sphere can be easily adjusted to the desired...
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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Space Age Vintage Bar Cart Serving Trolley Green Chromed Metal 1970s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage bar cart or serving trolley from green formica plates and chromed metal frame 1970s.
Throughout its foldable parts on each side great to use in various dimensions....
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Late 20th Century German Space Age Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Metal
H 30.52 in. W 26.58 in. D 16.54 in.
Pair of Half Round Space Age Chrome Wall Lamps by Leola, 1970s Germany
By Leola
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Pair of half round space age chrome wall lamps by LEOLA, 1970s Germany.
Very elegant.
Fully functional.
Each E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
Wiring is suitable for ...
Category
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 4.73 in. W 9.85 in. D 4.73 in.
Lovely Space Age Flush Mount from Cossack, Germany, 1970s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fully functional.
Seven E14 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V.
Wiring is suitable for all countries.
Category
Vintage 1970s German Adam Style Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Space Age Orange Pendant Lamp by Erco, Germany, 1970s
By Erco
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Metal pendant lamp by Erco Leuchten made in Germany in the 1970s.
Measures:
Height of shade 20 cm
Max height 60 cm
Diameter 47 cm
The light requires one E27 light bul...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
German Space Age Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A great 1970s German polished chrome Space Age fixture with handblown smoked glass shades. Rewired.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Space Age Chrome Ceiling Sputnik Lamp with 12 Opaline Glass Globes 1970s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This vintage ceiling lamp features twelve milk glass balls with E14 bulb sockets and a chrome frame.
Very elegant and decorative.
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
H 11.62 in. Dm 9.3 in.
Space Age Wall Clock by Diehl Electronic, 1970s, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of acrylic glass.
An eye catcher par excellence.
Made in Germany.
Electric, battery operated clock.
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Rare Vintage Doria Leuchten Design Lamp, Unique Large Space Age Floorlamp
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
What a piece! This huge lamp is a one of a kind. How long you will search, you will never find another one. This lamp is an unique piece and a must haven for every Space Age / design...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Space Age Brass and Blown Glass Lights by Doria, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
We offer an amazing and unique pair of large Space Age light fixtures. The set was made by in Germany, Doria in the 1970s.
These heavy quality light sculptures not only function a...
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
White Oval Space Age Mirror by Allibert, Germany 1970's
By Allibert
Located in Amsterdam, NL
White plastic pivoting mirror with back light. A small chip from the inner plastic edge.
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern More Lighting
Materials
Mirror, Plastic
Vintage Pendant Chandelier 1970s Space Age Atom Lamp Chrome, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Measures: Total height: 65 cm, height without chain: 23 cm, diameter 50 cm, weight (approximately) 4 kg.
Number of lights: 5-light bulb sockets: E27
Vintage pendant chandelie...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Pair of Space Age Brass and Blown Glass Lighs by Doria, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
We offer an amazing and unique pair of large Space Age light fixtures. The set was made by in Germany, Doria in the 1970s.
These heavy quality light sculptures not only function a...
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Space Age Vintage Wall Light Flush Mount Helena Tynell for Limburg 1970s Germany
By Helena Tynell, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage wall light or flush mount from iridescent amber bubble glass by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg 1970s.
The flush mount shows a golden metal base and a wonderfu...
Category
Late 20th Century German Space Age Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
H 4.53 in. Dm 11.62 in.
1970 Space Age Ox Red Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Lounge chair from the 1970s of the Space Age Ära
Manufactured is unknown
Ox red aniline leather and fibreglass frame
4 small wheels on the base.
Dimensions:
Armchair:
Width 9...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Fiberglass
Set of Table Lamps, Space Age, VEB Lengenfeld Germany, 1970s
By VEB Narva
Located in Schwerin, MV
Two rare and elegant table lamps made of opal glass with a chrome-plated metal base by VEB Narva Leuchtenbau Lengenfeld, GDR - design Classic of the Space Age era, 1970s. A special f...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Large Chrome Space Age Sputnik Chandelier by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Exclusive silver Sputnik pendant lamp designed by Cosack during the 1970s.
Sockets: It needs 21 x E14 small bulb and function on voltage from 110 till 240 volts.
Light bulbs are ...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Large Brass Space Age Sputnik Chandelier by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Exclusive and rare brass Sputnik pendant lamp designed by Cosack during the 1970s.
Sockets: It needs 31 x E14 small bulb and function on voltage from 110 till 240 volts.
Dimensio...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
1970s Germany Cosack Organic Golden Space Age Foyer Lighting Object
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
This spectacular 67″ in. space age statement light designed by Cosack Bros. is the perfect center piece for a loft, lobby, foyer or a hotel and company entrance. It is made of twenty...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 66.93 in. W 21.66 in. D 21.66 in.
Chrome Space Age Pendant Light by Cosack Leuchten, 1970s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning Space Age Mid-Century Modern pendant light.
Design by Cosack Leuchten.
Striking German design from the 1970s.
Chrome plated frame with four original sockets for E-27 ligh...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Pendant Chandelier 1970s Space Age Ufo Atom Lamp Chrome, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Measures: Total height 55 cm, height without chain 23 cm, diameter 33 cm, weight (approximately) 2 kg.
Number of lights: 3-light bulb sockets: E27
Vintage pendant chandelier 19...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Space Age 'Sputnik' Glass Globe Pendant Lamp, 1960s-1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This is an impressive Space Age globe pendant lamp from the 1960s-1970s. The globe is made of a blown glass globe and a chromed metal part with 8 chrome plated E14 fittings on the in...
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
2 Tiered Richard Essig 6-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1970s, Germany
By Richard Essig
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Richard Essig chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its Space Age design and six transparent balls. The body of the light is made of full metal, including...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Space Age Chrome & Smoked Glass Sputnik Lamp, 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Space Age chrome & smoked glass Sputnik lamp, 1970s.
Very good condition.
The lamp is executed with 10 x E27 Edison screw fit bulbs. It is wired, and in working condition. It r...
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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Space Age Table Lamps by Hillebrand, 1970s
By Hillebrand
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of large table lamps with three E27 bulbs by Hillebrand, Germany with a chrome base and a white plastic molded shade. With on/off switch.
The stylish elegance of this lamp su...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Original German Minimalist Space Age Pop Art Umbrella Stand, Germany, 1970s
By Mathieu Matégot, Max Sauze
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella Stand
Origin: Germany
Age: 1970s
This original vintage umbrella stand was produced in the 1970s in Germany. It is made of solid metal with white plastic lo...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
H 18.51 in. W 7.09 in. D 8.67 in.
Large Chrome Space Age Sputnik Flush mount by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Sputnik Flush mount light designed by Cosack during the 1970s.
Nice Space Age design.
Sockets: It needs 24x E14 small bulbs.
Light bulbs are not included. It is possibl...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Large Chrome Space Age Sputnik Atomium Chandelier by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Sputnik chandelier designed by Cosack during the 1970s.
Nice Space Age design.
Sockets: It needs 18x E14 small bulbs.
Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to in...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Space Age Set of Four Vintage Orange Children Stacking Chairs 1970s Casalino
By Alexander Begge
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age set of four vintage space age orange children stacking chairs / chairs was designed by Alexander Begge Germany 1970s and executed by Casala Germany 1977.
The chairs are sta...
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Children's Furniture
Materials
Plastic
H 20.67 in. W 14.97 in. D 14.38 in.
1 of 2 Large Chrome Space Age Sputnik Chandelier by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 2 Exclusive silver Sputnik pendant lamp designed by Cosack during the 1970s.
Sockets: It needs 21 x E14 small bulb and compatible with the US, UK, etc.. standards
Dimensions...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
2 Tiered Richard Essig 6-Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1970s, Germany
By Richard Essig
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Richard Essig chandelier made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its Space Age design and six transparent balls. The body of the light is made of full metal, including...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome, Metal
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German 1970s Space Age For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal German 1970s space age for your home. Each German 1970s space age for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and chrome. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer German 1970s space age, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each German 1970s space age bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Baroque hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made German 1970s space age over the years, but those crafted by Peill & Putzler, Doria Leuchten Germany and Staff Leuchten are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a German 1970s Space Age?
A German 1970s space age can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,337, while the lowest priced sells for $2 and the highest can go for as much as $60,000.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell. As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use. There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson-Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of postwar experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting on 1stDibs.
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