1960, Germany, Palwa Oval Backlit Mirror Crystal & Gilt Brass by Christoph Palme
By Christoph Palme, Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Design: Christoph Palme attr. Model: Sputnik Mirror. Execution: oval. Manufacturer: Palwa Lighting.
Crystal, Brass
Glass and Brass Sputnik Chandelier, Belgian Creation Signed "JN"
By Jacques Nonnon
Located in Brussels, BE
Glass and brass contemporary Sputnik chandelier - Belgian creation signed "JN" - using glass of Val Saint Lambert from the 1930s. Price par piece.
Glass, Mirror
Sputnik Chandelier Crystal & Chrome by Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1950
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant snowball chandelier with sputnik crystal flowers on a mirrored frame designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria in the 1950s.
Nickel
Unavailable
H 43 in W 44 in D 17 in
Oscar Torlasco 14-Arm Sputnik Chandelier in Mirror Polished Brass, Italy 1950s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Torlasco (1934 - 2004) A stunning Sputnik chandelier by Oscar Torlasco in mirror-polished brass, with fourteen striated arms — alternating long and short — extending dramatic...
Brass
Illuminated Italian Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It's a sputnik mirror waiting to be hung and noticed anywhere!!!!
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 36.23 in W 35.44 in D 18.31 in
French Mid-Century Mirrored Chest of Drawers Fine Engraving Sputnik Legs
Located in Salzburg, AT
Gracile mirrored chest with four drawers with fine floral engraving on wooden Sputnik legs.
Mirror, Wood
Sold
H 23.63 in W 17.72 in D 3.94 in
1960 Germany Palwa Oval Backlit Mirror Crystal & Gilt Brass by Christoph Palme
By Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Design: Christoph Palme. Model: Sputnik Mirror. Execution: oval. Manufacturer: Palwa Lighting.
Crystal, Brass
Sold
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 3.94 in
Large Oval Palwa Backlit Mirror Crystal & Brass by Christoph Palme Germany 1960s
By Christoph Palme, Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Manufacturer: Palwa Lighting. Model: Sputnik Mirror. Execution: oval. Style: Mid Century Modern.
Crystal, Brass
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Round Sputnik Lucite Rod Polished Nickel Mirror
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern round sputnik Lucite rod polished nickel mirror Dimensions: 32" round x 3" deep.
Nickel
Sold
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
French Modernst Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s, Brass Glass and Mirror
By Stilnovo, Maison Lunel
Located in Vienna, AT
Four different colored glass diffusers (enameled on the inside) are attached to asymmetrically angled brass arms, which in turn are attached to a unique centerpiece with two scallope...
Brass, Steel
Sold
H 14.57 in W 4.93 in D 7.88 in
Golden Sputnik Wall Sconce Glass & Brass by Motoko Ishii, Staff, Germany, 1970s
By Staff Leuchten, Motoko Ishii
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant golden brass and mirrored glass Sputnik wall light. The gold mirrored glass globes are screw mounted to the base.
Blown Glass
Midcentury Gold Sputnik Style Pendant Light with Mirrored Bulbs
Located in Vancouver, BC
Super cool and beautifully made Mid-Century gold Sputnik pendant light fixture in the "atomic" style, showcasing ten mirrored round light-bulbs, at the centre of wonderfully cast sun...
$3,435Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.2 in W 17.33 in D 3.55 in
Outstanding Oval Illuminated Palwa Crystal Glass Mirror
By Palwa
Located in Antwerp, BE
1970s illuminated oval mirror surrounded by a gold gilded frame that has numerous cut crystals. Eight E14 bulbs. Amazing oval gilt brass metal crystal glass backlit wall mirror made...
Crystal, Brass
$2,450
H 29.53 in Dm 20.87 in
Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Chandelier in Brass and Opaline Glass, CZ 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Chandelier in Brass and Opaline Glass, Czech Republic, 1970s A striking example of 1970s Eastern European design, this Mid-Century Modern Sputnik chandeli...
Brass
J.L. Lobmeyr Backlit Mirror, Gold Plate
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Munich, DE
J. L. Lobmeyr rectangular backlit mirror surrounded in crystals and gold, Austria 1965. Gold plate, crystals Swarovski, clear mirror, four sockets.
Crystal, Gold Plate
Fabulous Emil Stejnar Snowball Orbit Sputnik Chandelier Vintage Austria 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, sputnik chandelier, glass, crystal, brass, Austria 1960s or older. Large brass 'Snowball' Sputnik chandelier, made in Vienna in the 1960s. Designed by...
Metal
Midcentury Sputnik Spherical Glass and Brass Chandelier, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic spot of ice white color, amazing design due to its very particular shape of these glass spheres and for the fantastic brass rods. Very elegant, will furnish and decorate ...
Brass
Sputnik Pendant Light Chandelier, Chrome Smoked Glass, Italy, 1970s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An Italian pendant light fixture manufactured in Italy in Mid-Ccentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s.) The fixture is made of chromed metal frame and square, faceted smoke g...
Chrome, Nickel
$4,874
H 35.83 in W 25.2 in D 1.19 in
Cristal Art Mid-Century Modern Italian Ground and Gilded Mirror, 1960s
By Cristal Arte
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mirror with ground and gilded glass frame, "ears of wheat", Cristal Art production, Italy, 1960s. As shown in the photo, small stain, normal wear over time.
Glass
$4,500
H 24.81 in W 17.33 in D 3.55 in
Stunning Palwa Backlit Wall Hung Mirror with Gilt Brass & Cut Faceted Crystals
By Palwa, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning oval shaped mid-century gilt brass and crystal wall-mounted backlit vanity or hallway mirror by Palwa, Germany, circa 1965-1975. Perfect for the Hollywood Regency style, the...
Crystal, Brass
Sputnik Chandelier 'Miracle', Brass Glass Rods, Bakalowits, 1960s
By Prof. Friedl Bakalowits, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic Sputnik chandeliers by Bakalowits & Sohne, Austria, manufactured in midcentury (late 1960s or early 1970s). A layered multi-tier structure made of solid brass rings and g...
Brass
Rare Cut Crystal Illuminated Mirror by J.L Lobmeyr
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Illuminating vintage mirror by J.L Lobmryr from the 1960s. Brass frame partially gold and nickel plated with glass perls Fitted with six E12/E14 sockets up to 60Watts each. Perfec...
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass, Steel
Sputnik Cut-Glass Chandelier by Fontana Arte, 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Rome, IT
Fontana Arte sputnik chandelier. Chrome frame with green colored cut-glass.
Cut Glass
$7,543
H 51.19 in Dm 47.25 in
Striking Brass and Opaline Murano Glass Large Sputnik Chandelier Italy 1970'
Located in Rome, IT
Extraordinary Italian midcentury brass and 16 opaline sphere Murano glass large Sputnik chandelier. Available also a pair. The brass height is customizable. 16 E27 light bulbs. This ...
Blown Glass
Brass Sputnik Chandelier with Murano Clear Glass Tips, 1970s
Located in Florence, IT
Brass Sputnik chandelier with Murano solid clear glass tips. The chandelier has 24-light bulbs.
Brass
Mid century glass sputnik chandelier, 1970s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century sputnik chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. 1960s Austria Tested and ready to use. We can change the chain length if desired. Works with E14 light...
Chrome
Custom Austrian Crystal and Rock Crystal Sputnik Chandelier
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and iconic chandelier that is flexible in customization to your preference. The chandelier listed was made in polished nickel and polished brass finish on crystal cluster sph...
Rock Crystal
Sputnik Chandelier Kinkeldey Style, Glass Chrome, 1970s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A German enameled and chromed glass sputnik pendant light / chandelier in the style of Kinkeldey, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 The lamp takes six medium screw base Edison ...
Chrome, Enamel
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American sta...
Brass
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$9,450 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Located in Cirencester, England
The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$2,727 / item
H 27.56 in Dm 25.6 in
Classic Chandelier, 5 Arms Green Murano Glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Venezia, Veneto
Classic chandelier, 5 arms green Murano glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research which...
Blown Glass
$1,709 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
$1,190 / item
H 16.93 in Dm 24.41 in
Django Sculptural Ottoman in Sienna Earth Textured Velvet by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality into any space. Exhibiting a sleek yet playful nature, Django also has a practical side and is a...
Fabric, Foam, Jacquard
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
$4,764Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 23.63 in Dm 27.56 in
Rezzonico chandelier 5 arms clear Murano glass, multicolor details by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Venezia, Veneto
Kia Ora chandelier 5 lights clear Murano glass with blue and ruby trims, multicolour vitreous paste details. Kia Ora is the combination of the traditional Venetian structure with g...
Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Illuminated Mirror with Crystal Flowers by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Illuminated rectangular mirror with crystal flowers by Palwa. Requires six E14 base bulbs.
Crystal, Brass
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
Pink Quartz Bubble Sconces by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of pink quartz bubble sconces with the polished brass finishes. Created by Phoenix gallery NYC. Each sconce installed four sockets. Use four 60w LED warm light bulbs. Total 240...
Rock Crystal
$13,404 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
$5,600 / set
H 12.5 in W 5 in D 9.5 in
Custom Pair of Single-Arm Plaster Sconces in the Manner of Giacometti
Located in New York, NY
Custom pair of single-arm plaster sconces in the manner of Giacometti, Please note that the sconces takes E-12 candelabra bulbs, 40 Watts. Lead Time for custom made is 8-10 weeks. W...
Plaster
Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal
By Müller Möbelfabrikation
Located in Tilburg, NL
Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal. Germany. Design 1998, current production. Available in every RAL-color. A highlight for your office or your home: The cleverly designed bar cabinet KB 3...
Metal
Rosette Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Precious Venetian mirror made in the strictest Murano tradition. Finely hand-engraved on the corner elements, it is assembled with numerous floral elements in crystal and pink handma...
Crystal, Gold
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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