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Limburg Glashütte hanging lamp , 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Delft, NL
Limburg Glashütte hanging lamp , 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Limburg Glashütte hanging lamp , 1970s
Limburg Glashütte hanging lamp , 1970s
H 31.5 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Hustadt Leuchten Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Hustadt Leuchten hanging lamp, 1970s. With 4 structured glass shades.
Category

Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Hustadt Leuchten Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Hustadt Leuchten Hanging Lamp, 1970s
H 26.38 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Lucite Hillebrand hanging lamp , 1970s
By Egon Hillebrand
Located in Delft, NL
Lucite Hillebrand hanging lamp , 1970s Condition: Good Period: 1970s Material: Lucite , metal
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Lucite Hillebrand hanging lamp , 1970s
Lucite Hillebrand hanging lamp , 1970s
H 47.25 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Peil & Putzer hanging lamp , 1970’s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Delft, NL
Peil & Putzer hanging lamp , 1970’s Dimensions: 95H , 35cm diameter Condition: Good Material
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Peil & Putzer hanging lamp , 1970’s
Peil & Putzer hanging lamp , 1970’s
H 37.41 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Space age hanging lamp , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Space age hanging lamp , 1970s Dimensions: 50 cm Width , 34cm Depth , 90cm Height -150cm height
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Space age hanging lamp , 1970s
Space age hanging lamp , 1970s
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 13.39 in
Sölken leuchten glass hanging lamp , 1970s
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Delft, NL
Sölken leuchten glass hanging lamp , 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-century design hanging lamp , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-century design hanging lamp , 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Mid-century design hanging lamp , 1970s
Mid-century design hanging lamp , 1970s
H 47.25 in W 11.82 in D 118.51 in
Doria Leuchten glass hanging lamp , 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Delft, NL
Doria Leuchten glass hanging lamp , 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Helena Tynell bubble hanging lamp , 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Delft, NL
Helena Tynell bubble hanging lamp , 1970s Dimensions: 22cm Diameter, 55cm Height Condition: Good
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Helena Tynell bubble hanging lamp , 1970s
Helena Tynell bubble hanging lamp , 1970s
H 21.66 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Mid century design mushroom hanging lamp , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid century design mushroom hanging lamp , 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Mid century design mushroom hanging lamp , 1970s
Mid century design mushroom hanging lamp , 1970s
H 35.44 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Mid century design lucite hanging Lamp , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid century design lucite hanging Lamp , 1970s Dimensions: 55cm Diameter , 40 cm height shade
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Mid century design lucite hanging Lamp , 1970s
Mid century design lucite hanging Lamp , 1970s
H 72.84 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Vintage mother of pearl hanging lamp 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Vintage mother of pearl hanging lamp 1970s Dimensions: 45cm Diameter, 93cm Height, 30cm Height
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Shell

Vintage mother of pearl hanging lamp 1970s
Vintage mother of pearl hanging lamp 1970s
H 36.62 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Set of Helena Tyrell bubble hanging lamp , 1970s
By Helena Tynell
Located in Delft, NL
Set of Helena Tyrell bubble hanging lamp , 1970s Dimensions: 70 cm Height , 20 cm Diameter
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Paul Secon for Sompex Clear Wire hanging lamp , 1970s Germany
By Sompex
Located in Delft, NL
Paul Secon for Sompex Clear Wire hanging lamp , 1970s Germany
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Factory Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage Industrial lamp from 1970s. Cast aluminium top. Grey enamel iron shade with white interior
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Enamel

Glashütte Limburg hanging lamp , 1970’s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 75cm H , 20 cm Diameter Condition: Good Material: glass , metal , plastic
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Glashütte Limburg hanging lamp , 1970’s
Glashütte Limburg hanging lamp , 1970’s
H 29.53 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Green Industrial Aluminium Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial factory hanging lamp made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1970s. It features a green
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Staff Brown Hanging Lamp, 1970s, Germany
By Staff Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Staff brown hanging lamp made in Germany in the 1970s. The brown lamp shade is made of aluminium
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bakelite

Staff Brown Hanging Lamp, 1970s, Germany
By Staff Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Staff brown hanging lamp made in Germany in the 1970s. The brown lamp shade is made of bakelit. It
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bakelite

Peil & Putzer glass leaf hanging lamp , 1970’s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 112 cm H, 37cm Diameter , 30 cm H Glass Period: 1970’s Condition: Good Material: Glass
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Metallic Doria Leuchten Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970's
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Very rare Doria Leuchten spage age pendant lamp. This lamp originally has an oval glass shape
Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Small White Space Age Mushroom Hanging Lamp, 1970's
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Small mid century white space age mushroom pendant lamp. The mushroom shade is made out of acrylic
Category

20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Acrylic Murano style clover pendant hanging lamp, 1970s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Zaandam, NL
Wonderful tulip or clover shaped pendant by Cosack Leuchten, Germany 1970s. This lamp originated
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Small Vintage Beige Witch Hat Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Small beige mid century witch hat pendant lamp. The shade is made out of metal and has a white
Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Dark Green Delicate Metal Saucer Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
An unique vintage industrial saucer pendant light in dark green colour made out of metal. The lamp
Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Danish Modernist Diablo Frosted Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small Diablo shaped Frosted glass hanging lamp. Anonymous danish maker/design - circa 1970-80
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Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Mid Century UFO Plexiglass Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970's
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Orange mid century plexiglass space age pendant lamp. The lamp has an orange outer shade and a
Category

20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Blue Mid Century Flying Saucer UFO Hanging Lamp, 1970's
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
effect. The lamp requires one E27 lightbulb. Additional information: Materials: Metal Period: 1970s
Category

20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Set (2) of Vintage Yellow Metal Hanging Lamps, 1970's
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Very tasteful set of two yellow mid century metal pendant lamps. The lights look great together as
Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Dijkstra Flower Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s
By Dijkstra
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Mid century Dijkstra space age flower shaped pendant lamp with double acrylic glass shade. The lamp
Category

20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Peill & Putzler Frosted Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Unique mid century frosted glass pendant lamp by Peill & Putzler. The lamp has an icy look due to
Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Vintage Space Age UFO Acrylic Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Rare mid century acrylic glass pendant lamp in UFO-like shape. The lamp has a purple and gray-like
Category

20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Orange Retro Ceramic Hanging Lamps, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Two triangle shaped ceramic pendant lights with orange colour. The lamps require one E27/26
Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic

Yellow Metal Industrial Shaped Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Unique yellow vintage space age pendant lamp made out of metal. The light is ideal above a dining
Category

20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

70s Mid Century German Clear Glass Chandelier Hanging Lamp, 1970's
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Mid century German glass chandelier. The pendant lamp has three clear glass in slightly smoked
Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Acrylic Glass Orange and White Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970's
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Small orange space age acrylic glass pendant lamp. The plexiglass shade produces a magnificent
Category

20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Small Reversed Tulip Mid Century Opaline Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Mid century scandinavian style milk glass pendant light with black ceiling cap. The lamp has a a
Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Wood

Vintage Lakro Amstelveen Pendant Light - Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s
By Lakro Amstelveen
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Mid century pendant light by Lakro Amstelveen. The lamp is made out of steel and has a dark brown
Category

20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Solid Large Wrought Iron Gold Leaf Hanging Lamp, 1970s France
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large Mid-Century Modern Gilded Wrought Iron Ceiling Lamp, 1970s Fantastic craftsmanship. The
Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Italian Modern Onyx Marble and Brass Small Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small and possibly bespoke ceiling light composed of a engine-turned 'salmon' onyx marble shade an over-sized top in solid patinated brass. Art Deco revival in style. Unknown Itali...
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Marble, Brass

Limburg Glashutte Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s Midcentury Design Lamp, Germany
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Delft, NL
Gives a nice light effect once lit.
Category

Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Italian Red Metal and Opaline Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Italian red hanging lamp with opaline glass. Red metal body and canopy. Measures: Height of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Lakro Amstelveen Pendant Lamp - Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s
By Lakro Amstelveen
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Orange mid century pendant lamp by Lakro Amstelveen. The lamp is made out of steel and has an
Category

20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Gold Sparkle Mid Century Pendant Lamp - Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Very rare space age pendant lamp with metallic, golden upper shade and acrylic lower shade
Category

20th Century Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Pair of Staff Chrome and Opaline Glass Hanging Lamps, 1970s, Germany
By Staff Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pair of staff hanging lamps made in Germany in the 1970s. Elegant chrome bar. The lamp shade is
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bakelite

Colorful Peill and Putzler Mid-Century Modern Hanging Lamp, 1970s, Germany
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Peill and Putzler pendant lamp made in Germany in the 1970s. It is fascinating with its rare
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

VECA Hanging Lamp 1970s - Chrome Metal and Smoked Glass Space Age Design
By VECA
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
. hanging lamp maker. Veca period. 1970s country. Italy material. chrome metal, glass, bakelite color
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1 of 3 Staff Chrome and Bubble Glass Hanging Lamp, 1970s, Germany
By Staff Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Staff hanging lamp made in Germany in the 1970s. Elegant chrome bar. The lamp shade is made of
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bakelite

Vintage Hanging Lamp by Oscar Torlasco, 1970s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage pendant lamp by Oscar Torlasco, realized in Italy in 1970s. Chromed metal structure and
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Vintage Hanging Lamp by Oscar Torlasco, 1970s
Vintage Hanging Lamp by Oscar Torlasco, 1970s
H 45.28 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Large brutalist bronze hanging candle holder , 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Large brutalist bronze hanging candle holder , 1970’s Dimensions: 100 cm Height,52cm Diameter
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Brutalist Worked Metal Hanging Candle Lamp Sconce 1970s After Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Peoria, AZ
Stunning! Brutalist Hanging Candle Lamp Worked Metal After Curtis Jere Circa 1972 19" by 17
Category

Mid-20th Century American Candle Lamps

Materials

Metal

White UFO Opal Glass Hanging Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Origin: Germany Age: 1970s Original 1970s modernist German pendant Light made of
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

White Wave Hanging Light by Koch and Lowy for Peill and Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Design: Koch & Lowy Origin: Germany Age: 1970s Original 1970s modernist
Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Space age hanging lamp mushroom , 1970’s
By Dijkstra
Located in Delft, NL
Space age hanging lamp mushroom , 1970’s
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Space age hanging lamp mushroom , 1970’s
Space age hanging lamp mushroom , 1970’s
H 27.56 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Mid century hanging lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This mid century hanging lamp was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s It´s made of cut
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid century hanging lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This mid century hanging lamp was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s It´s made of cut
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Doria leuchten hanging pendant lamp , 1970’s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Delft, NL
Condition: The glass has some damages see photos. Period: 1970’s
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Hanging Lamp by Leucos, 1970s
By Leucos
Located in Roma, IT
Hanging Lamp realized by Leucos in 1970s. Good condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Hanging Lamp by Leucos, 1970s
Hanging Lamp by Leucos, 1970s
H 35.44 in W 17.72 in D 14.57 in
Raak hanging Lamp Carthago , 1970s
By RAAK
Located in Delft, NL
Raak hanging Lamp Carthago , 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Raak hanging Lamp Carthago , 1970s
Raak hanging Lamp Carthago , 1970s
H 43.31 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Industrial Hanging Lamp with Milk Glass, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage Industrial lamp from 1970s. Cast aluminium top. Enamel shade. Milk glass. New porcelain
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

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Hanging Lamp 1970s For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of hanging lamp 1970s for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and aluminum, all hanging lamp 1970s available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of hanging lamp 1970s available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Modern hanging lamp 1970s are consistently popular styles. Many hanging lamp 1970s are appealing in their simplicity, but Peill & Putzler, Staff Leuchten and Koch & Lowy produced popular hanging lamp 1970s that are worth a look.

How Much are Hanging Lamp 1970s?

Prices for hanging lamp 1970s start at $122 and top out at $12,000 with the average selling for $1,045.

Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.

While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.

The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)

Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.

Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.

Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.

For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.

The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.

With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.

Questions About Hanging Lamp 1970s
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A hanging lamp is a light fitting that is suspended from the ceiling usually by a chain or a metal rod. They are generally used as a decorative fixture in homes, hotels and offices. Find a collection of antique and vintage hanging lamps on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Arc lamp is the name of a lamp that hangs over a sofa or chair. Base designs vary in size and shape but all support one or more arcing necks, each bearing a shade. Typically, arc lamps have dome shades. However, dome shades may also differ. Find a collection of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To use a hanging oil lamp, remove the oil font from the base and fill it three-quarters of the way with clear lamp oil. Return the font and close the base. Twist the knob to raise the wick until it is a little less than 0.25 inches above the burner. Light with a match or lighter. After extinguishing and allowing time for cooling, trim the burned end off of the wick. You'll find a collection of hanging oil lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

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The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.

Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room

This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.

NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection

In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.