Vintage Space Age furniture captured post–World War II optimism with swooping shapes, bowed lines and experimentation with new materials including plastic and fiberglass.
From the launch of the Sputnik 1 satellite in 1957 to the landing of Apollo 11 astronauts on the moon in 1969, the space race between the Soviet Union and the United States propelled advancements in technology that transformed culture. Space Age design encompassed fashion, architecture, cars, furniture and objects for the home, bringing wonder and hope for the future into everyday life.
Coinciding with Pop art, Space Age style featured bold colors and forms. Eero Aarnio’s Ball chair, which debuted in 1966, used molded fiberglass for a capsule-like space while Verner Panton’s 1959 Panton chair was a single piece of molded plastic for a gravity-defying S shape. Red versions of Olivier Mourgue’s 1964 Djinn chair were futuristic enough to appear on the space station in Stanley Kubrick’s 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey. Today, Joe Colombo is revered as a master of modern Italian design thanks to the provocative modular furniture pieces he created, such as the Tube chair and the Elda armchair, both of which embody the future-forward spirit of the Space Age.
The Space Age spirit extended to home building too. The futuristic Case Study Houses, which were designed by the likes of Pierre Koenig, Charles and Ray Eames, Richard Neutra and Whitney R. Smith, are considered a high point of modernism and the Southern California lifestyle.
Sometimes the nods to space exploration were more literal, like moon and star motifs or the 1965 Eclisse lamp by Vico Magistretti that saw the mid-century Italian designer integrating a movable inner shade to “eclipse” the light source. Alongside the pioneering moon missions, JVC manufactured the Videosphere portable television reminiscent of the Apollo 11 space helmets.
Although the style faded in the 1970s — with the 1975 joining of the Apollo and Soyuz spacecrafts signaling a new era of cooperation and the global oil crisis impacting the availability of plastics — the era’s innovations influenced designers into the 21st century such as Zaha Hadid and Djivan Schapira.
Find a collection of vintage Space Age seating, tables, lighting and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Italian Magnetic Golden Globe Wall Lamps by Compadori Reggiani
By Reggiani
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of fully adjustable magnetic wall or bedside lights. Composed of gold-chrome steel. Mirror like finish. Design/maker: Compadori Reggiani. Designed in Italy during the 1960s. T...
Steel
Claus Bolby Danish Space Age Wall Sconces for Cebo Industri, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare pair of Danish Space Age or Brutalist wall lamps designed by Claus Bolby and manufactured by his own lighting company Cebo Industri in Silkeborg, Denmark in the late 60s to ea...
Metal
iGuzzini Chrome Space Age "Ribbon" Sconces by Sandro Brazzoli & Ermanno Lampa "
By Ermanno Lampa, Sandro Brazzoli, iGuzzini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Mid-Century space age chrome "Ribbon" wall sconces, designed by Sandro Brazzoli and Ermanno Lampa for iGuzzini. This very striking bent chrome ribbon shade has a fin on the b...
Metal, Chrome
$1,517 / item
Several Stunning Ceramic Wall Lights, Denmark 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular circular ceramic wall light, with beautiful accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. Labelled and signed by Soholm, in excellent condition. Cleaned, well-wired and...
Ceramic
Alien Sconces by Joan Auger for Taller Uno Metalarte, 1980s, Spain
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Alien Sconces by Joan Auger for Taller Uno Metalarte, 1980s, Spain Very nice high quality wall lamps. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. These lamps works with E14 standa...
Aluminum
IGuzzini Bugia Wall Lights Circa 1970s
By iGuzzini
Located in Gloucester, GB
IGuzzini Bugia Wall Lights Circa 1970s - Curved steel backplate - Steel domed shade with slit - Takes 1x E14 bulb - Wires directly into the wall - Ori...
Steel
Hans Agne Jakobsson Yellow Space Age Wall Lamp, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Practical adjustable wall sconce or bedside table lamp designed by Hans Agne Jakobsson and made by Elidus in Sweden during the 1970s. Measurements: W: 18 cm, Dept: 12 cm, H: 9 cm. ...
Steel
1970s Space Age Fosnova mod. Cloe 508 White Painted Metal Wall Sconce
By Fosnova
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The Fosnova Mod. Cloe 508 wall sconce is an iconic lighting fixture inspired by the sleek, futuristic aesthetic of the 1970s Space Age design movement. It represents the era’s fascin...
Metal
Chrome and Glass French Pair of Sconces by BLUX Adar Pie, 1980s, France
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Chrome and Glass French Pair of Sconces by BLUX Adar Pie, 1980s, France It is very ideal and suitable for all living areas. 2 pair available Lamp is in good condition. No damage, ...
Chrome
Modular Wall Lights By Mokoto Ishii For Staff Circa 1970s
By Motoko Ishii
Located in Gloucester, GB
Modular Wall Lights By Mokoto Ishii For Staff Circa 1970s - Polyhedric glass shades with mercury coated inners - Chrome backplate - Take E14 fitting bulbs - Designed by Motoko Ishii...
Mercury Glass
$630Sale Price|30% Off
Artemide Nessino Giancarlo Mattioli transparent model Y2K design
By Artemide, Giancarlo Mattioli
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Masterpiece table lamp of Space Age design.Original was released from the 60s by Artemide. It is transparent model released only from the late 90s u...
Plastic
1960s round large Space Age Pop Art aluminum ceiling or wall lamp
Located in München, DE
Minimalist large 1960s Space Age Pop Art ceiling or wall lamp made of matte brushed aluminum. Fully functional with one E27 original metal socket. Appearance changes depending on the...
Metal, Aluminum
Pair of original 1960s Space Age wall lamps by Ingo Maurer, model Pox
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in München, BY
Pair of original 1960s Space Age wall lamps by Ingo Maurer, model Pox. Manufactured by M-Design. Made in Germany. Chrome-plated metal frame. Polished aluminum shades. Height adjusta...
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
Porcelain Duck Shade Pair of Sconces by Gamla Stan's Lamp Factory, 1970s, Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Porcelain Duck Head Shade Pair of Sconces by Gamla Stan's Lamp Factory, 1970s, Sweden Lamps are in very good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use This lamp works wit...
Metal
Four Space Age Sconces in Murano Glass by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Space Age sconces made in clear and green Murano glass and white lacquered metal, Italy, circa 1970 Design attributed to Carlo Nason.
Chrome
1 of 2 Large Sputnik Flush Mount or Wall Sconce by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Vintage Sputnik lamp from 1970s manufactured by Cosack, Germany, 1970s. This lamp can be used as a ceiling lamp, or as a wall lamp. Sockets: 11 x E14 small bulbs. Light bulbs are no...
Brass
Plexiglass & Green Metal Single Sconce by Bonalux, 1980s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Plexiglass & Green Metal Single Sconce by Bonalux, 1980s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist outdoor sconce Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E27 standard li...
Metal
A 1970s Space Age Square Smoked Mirrored Glass Italian Ceiling Light by Veca
By VECA
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A square four lights lighting fixture designed and manufactured in Italy in the Seventies by Veca, the curved smoked mirrored glass it's in perfect conditions. This Italian Ceiling L...
Metal
Verner Panton Ring Wall Lamp in Orange
By Louis Poulsen, Verner Panton
Located in Paris, FR
This iconic Ring wall lamp, designed by Verner Panton, exemplifies the designer’s pioneering approach to lighting as sculptural form. Featuring concentric circular elements finished ...
Metal, Enamel
Hand-Crafted Rattan Wall Lamp: Space Age & Art Deco Fusion
Located in Oxford, GB
Combining elements of the past and the future, this wall lamp displays a unique fusion of Space Age and Art Deco styles. Made with organic rattan, its curved layers create a gentle, ...
Rattan, Acrylic
1970s Spage Age Clear and White Murano Glass and Steel Wall Sconces by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
These wall sconces designed in the 1970s Space Age style by Mazzega are in working order and in perfect conditions. These fixtures feature a combination of clear and white Murano gla...
Cut Steel
Mid-Century Fuga Aluminum Tubular Wall Lamps with Black Enameled Bases by RAAK
By Maija Liisa Komulainen, RAAK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century wall lamps with aluminum tube shades on black enameled bases. Designed by Finnish architect Maija Liisa Komulainen for RAAK, Holland. This is an Iconic dutch design from ...
Metal, Aluminum
Two beautiful original 1970s Space Age ceramic wall lamps
Located in München, DE
Two beautiful original 1970s Space Age ceramic wall lamps. Made in Germany. Typical Pop Art Space Age design and very high-quality workmanship. The ceramic lamps are dark brown, the ...
Ceramic
1 of the 3 Stunning Ceramic Wall Lights by Axella and Løvemose, Denmark, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three spectacular circular ceramic wall lights, with beautiful accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. A unique and playful set, statement pieces. Two lamps are ...
Ceramic
$2,537Sale Price / set|20% Off
Henri Mathieu Twirling Aluminum Modern Wall Lights, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stunning pair of shiny shell shaped aluminum futuristic Space Age wall sconces by French designer Henri Mathieu in the early 1970s. Brushed softly bent silver colored aluminum lamels...
Aluminum, Metal
Set of 2 1970s Bicolor Space Age Wall Lamps by Sölken
By Dieter Witte, Staff Leuchten, Cosack Leuchten, Gebrüder Cosack, Sölken Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Very nice wall lamps from the 1970s. Nice reduced design. Very high quality workmanship. The aperture is adjustable for different lighting effects. Manufacturer: Sölken Condition: ...
Metal
Verner Panton Ring Wall Lamp in Red
Located in Paris, FR
This striking Ring wall lamp by Verner Panton is a bold example of the designer’s sculptural approach to lighting. Finished in a vivid red enamel, the lamp features concentric circul...
Metal, Enamel
Opaline Glass Copper Industrial Pair of Outdoor Sconces by Bega, 1980s Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Opaline Glass Copper Industrial Pair of Outdoor Sconces by Bega, 1980s Germany Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E14 sta...
Copper
Vintage Wall Ceiling Lights Flush Mounts Sconces Spots by Giotto Stoppino, 1970s
By Giotto Stoppino, RAAK
Located in Berlin, DE
One of ... Minimalist flush mount by Giotto Stoppino. Holland, 1970s Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).
Milk Glass, Bakelite
Two 1960s Mid-Century Modern Heavy Murano Glass Italian Wall Sconces by Sciolari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This pair of 1960s Italian wall sconces represents a masterful collaboration between architectural form and artisanal glasswork, designed by the renowned Gaetano Sciolari. Each sconc...
Chrome
1 of the 5 Stunning Ceramic Wall Lights, Denmark, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular circular ceramic wall lights with beautiful accents. Manufactured by Soholm in Denmark in the 1970s. Please notice the price is for one piece, we have five pieces avail...
Ceramic
Scandinavian Space age Wall Lamp in Teak, Aluminum & Faux Rubies, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Interesting wall light composed of a solid teak base with 'nipple' set on/of switch, an adjustable arm and a aluminum shade bejeweled with faux (acrylic) rubies. Possibly made by eit...
Aluminum
Wall lamp made of Murano glass by Albano Poli for Poliarte, Italy, 1970s
By Albano Poli, Poliarte
Located in München, DE
Beautiful large Italian wall lamp from the 1970s. Can also be mounted to the ceiling. Made entirely of Murano glass. Designed by Albano Poli for Poliarte. Made in Italy. The wall lam...
Metal
Mid-Century German Space Age Wall Lamp by Klaus Hempel for Kaiser Leuchten 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten, Klaus Hempel
Located in Hamburg, DE
Wall lights from Kaiser Leuchten in a strong yellow tone based on a design by Klaus Hempel from the 70s. Space Age wall lights in a special color. A striking object when switched on...
Metal
Brass Sconce Murano Glass by Aldo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Aldo Nason, Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age Brass version of wall light lighting lamp sconce by Aldo Nason for the manufacture Mazzega. Blown bubble Murano glass. Famous manufacture like Venini, Vi...
Brass
Pair of Sconces Panta Murano Glass by Giusto Toso for Leucos, Italy, 1970s
By Giusto Toso, Leucos
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare Mid-Century Modern Space Age pair of sconces wall lights lamps or Flush mount ceiling or table lamps in blue opal blown Murano glass and silver metal by the designer Giusto Toso...
Metal
Plexiglass & Grey Metal Pair of Sconces by Massive, 1980s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Plexiglass & Grey Metal Pair of Sconces by Massive, 1990s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist outdoor sconces Lamps are in very good condition. These lamps works with E27 standard...
Metal
Red Circular Ceramic Wall Lights by Axella, Denmark, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular red circular ceramic wall lights , with beautiful black accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. A unique statement piece. Labelled and signed by Axella, in excel...
Ceramic
$988Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Italian VECA Smoked and Clear Glass Wall Sconces, 9-Blade Model, 1970s
By VECA
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Elegant and rare pair of Italian wall sconces produced by VECA in the 1970s, distinguished by their striking nine-glass-blade structure — an uncommon and highly desirable configurati...
Metal
Set of 2 Golden 1970s Wall Lamps by Motoko Ishii for Staff
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Staff Leuchten, RAAK, Motoko Ishii, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive wall lamps from the 1970s. Extraordinary design and a real highlight for every room. The lighting effect of the lamps is extremely beautiful and sparkli...
Metal
1970s XXL Ufo Wall or Ceiling Lamp from Staff
By Arteluce, Dieter Witte, Motoko Ishii, Staff Leuchten, Sölken Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and very large wall or ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Nice reduced design. A wonderful light is created. Manufacturer: Staff Condition: Very good vintage condition wi...
Metal
Swirl Pattern Murano Glass Pair of Sconces by F.Fabbian, 1970s, Italy
By F. Fabbian
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Swirl Pattern Murano Glass Pair of Sconces by F.Fabbian, 1970s, Italy Very elegant and minimalist wall lamps. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E27 standard li...
Metal
Stunning Fridtjof Sejersen White Brown Ceramic Wall Light, Denmark, 1960
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular circular ceramic wall light, with beautiful accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. The beautiful engravings in the ceramic make this wall light illuminate beauti...
Ceramic
1980s Mathieu Matégot Style White Perforated Metal Wall Lights
By Mathieu Matégot, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of two post-modern space age perforated metal wall sconces by Davids Lampe in the style of Mathieu Matégot and Rupert Nikoll. Soft semi-circle shaped white lacquered metal on an...
Metal
Six Mid-Century Modern "Patchwork" Glass Sconces by Toni Zuccheri for Venini
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Six Mid-Century Modern sconces 'Patchwork' model designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini and manufactured circa 1970, in clear and blue Murano glass. Priced individually.
Murano Glass
Round Mid Century Space Age metal chrome ceiling or wall lamp from Italy
Located in München, DE
Minimalist, original Mid Century Modern Space Age ceiling or wall lamp made of chrome-plated metal. A removable white metal shade is placed in the center. Typical Space Age Design fr...
Metal, Chrome
$658Sale Price / set|20% Off
2 Vintage Lounge Wall Lamps from Herda, 1970s
By Herda
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Set of 2 Wall Lamps from Herda - 1970s This great lamps are a real design classic from the 1960s-1970s. The wall lamps are originals and give a pleasant light. The lamps are hard ...
Metal, Chrome
Brass Space Age Sputnik Ceiling or Wall Sconce Produced by Cosack, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bold and eye catching Mid-Century brass sputnik sconce is synonymous with the 70's Space Age design. In original condition with some age appropriate wear and patina. This piece ...
Brass
Set of three Italian space-age brass wall sconces
Located in Milano, IT
Set of 3 Italian Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamps, 1970s - Sculptural Minimalism Meets Timeless Elegance Step into the future of the past with this rare set of three Italian wall or...
Brass
Space Age Pair of Chrome Sconces or Ceiling Lamps by Reggiani, 1970s, Italy
By Reggiani
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Rare Space Age pair of chrome sconces or ceiling lamps by Reggiani, 1970s, Italy Very elegant and Minimalist wall lights Lamps are in very...
Metal, Chrome
Sputnik Gemini Flush Lamp by Gebrüder Cosack
By Robert and Trix Haussmann, J.T. Kalmar, Cosack Leuchten, Gaetano Sciolari, Harvey Guzzini
Located in München, DE
A very impressive Sputnik ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Exceptional design and very high-quality workmanship. The lamp is a highlight for any room. Manufacturer: Gebrüder Cosack Mode...
Metal
Space Age Brutalist Ceiling Lamp by Doria Leuchten, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Space Age Brutalist Ceiling Lamp by Doria Leuchten, 1960s Germany The lamp can be adjusted from 40cm to a height of 140cm. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wire...
Metal
ONE of two Large Vintage Blown Glass Flush Mounts Ceiling or Wall Lights. 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Berlin, DE
ONE of two beautiful industrial design blown glass flush mounts. Holland, 1960s-1970s Lampen sockets: One E27 (US E26).
Metal
Red Ceramic Round Wall Light Fat Lava, Denmark 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular circular ceramic wall light, with beautiful red fat lava accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. In excellent condition. Illuminates beautifully. Cleaned, well-wi...
Ceramic
$329Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 2 wall lamps space age lamps wall lamps, 70s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Set of 2 x Aluminium Wall Lamps - 1970s These great lamps are a real design classic from the 1960s-1970s. The wall lamps are an original of their time and provide a pleasant light. ...
Aluminum
Two 1960s Space Age Heavy Glass and Chromed Metal Oval Wall Sconces by Veca
By VECA
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Pair of Iconic 1960s Space Age Heavy Glass and Chromed Metal Oval Wall Sconces by Veca Immerse your space in the futuristic elegance of the 1960s Spac...
Metal
Model Pergamo 38 Single Sconce by Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, 1980s, Italy
By Artemide, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Model Pergamo 38 Single Sconce by Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, 1980s, Italy Glass is thick and heavy This lamp works with 2x E27 light bulbs. Measurements: Height: 22 cm Widt...
Metal
Flower Design Ceramic Pair of Wall Lamps, 1960s, Germany
By PAN Keramik
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Flower Design Ceramic Pair of Wall Lamps, 1960s, Germany Very nice high quality wall lamps. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. These lamps works with E27 standard light bul...
Ceramic
Afra and Tobia Scarpa “Foglio” wall lights, 1970s Italy
Located in Den Haag, NL
The Foglio wall lamp, designed by the renowned Italian duo Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1966, is a timeless icon of minimalist elegance and functional design. Produced by Flos, the lamp ...
Steel
Stunning Ceramic Wall Light, Denmark, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular circular ceramic wall light, with beautiful accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to use The fixture requires one single E14 stan...
Ceramic