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Steinhauer Atomic Vintage Mushroom Lamp
Steinhauer Atomic Vintage Mushroom Lamp

Steinhauer Atomic Vintage Mushroom Lamp

By Steinhauer

Located in Manzano, IT

Lampada fungo Steinhauer Atomic Vintage Meraviglioso pezzo spaceage, lampada a fungo vintage anni

Category

1970s European Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Aluminum

Lynard of California Cork Crackled Glass Walnut Atomic Era Modern Egg Table Lamp
Lynard of California Cork Crackled Glass Walnut Atomic Era Modern Egg Table Lamp

Lynard of California Cork Crackled Glass Walnut Atomic Era Modern Egg Table Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Lynard of California Cork Crackled Glass Walnut Atomic Era Modern Egg Table Lamp. Item

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Glass, Acrylic, Walnut

An Unusual Atomic Ebonised Standard Lamp
An Unusual Atomic Ebonised Standard Lamp

An Unusual Atomic Ebonised Standard Lamp

Located in London, GB

A mid-twentieth century atomic style standard lamp with a crystal ball mounted at the top, on a

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Mid-20th Century French Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Space Age Chrome Glass & Marble Side End Lamp Table
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Space Age Chrome Glass & Marble Side End Lamp Table

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Space Age Chrome Glass & Marble Side End Lamp Table

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, Mid-Century Modern, Atomic Space Age, chrome side

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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Marble, Chrome

1950's Rare Etagere in Iron & Glass Mid Century Atomic by Thinline California
1950's Rare Etagere in Iron & Glass Mid Century Atomic by Thinline California

1950's Rare Etagere in Iron & Glass Mid Century Atomic by Thinline California

By Tony Paul, Thinline

Located in San Diego, CA

easy to be resprayed to the color of your choice, the glass shelves are in good condition with no chips

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Chandelier, 1970s
Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Chandelier, 1970s

Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Chandelier, 1970s

By Drukov, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very nice style of lighting - Marked - Rare type.

Category

1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal

Kalmar Atomic Ceiling Lamps Chandeliers, 1960s
Kalmar Atomic Ceiling Lamps Chandeliers, 1960s

Kalmar Atomic Ceiling Lamps Chandeliers, 1960s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Wien, AT

Kalmar atomic ceiling lamps chandeliers, 1960s designed and executed by Kalmar Vienna in 1969

Category

1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Nickel

Atomic Brass Table Lamp, Switzerland, 1960s
Atomic Brass Table Lamp, Switzerland, 1960s

Atomic Brass Table Lamp, Switzerland, 1960s

Located in Aachen, NRW

Atomic brass table lamp with nine-glass globes. The globes are hand blown and fitted with a

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Opaline Glass

Vintage Space Age Atomic Chrome Sputnik Chandelier
Vintage Space Age Atomic Chrome Sputnik Chandelier

Vintage Space Age Atomic Chrome Sputnik Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Newly Rewired Materials: Polished Chrome, Glass Bulbs This striking polished chrome

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Atomic Tiered Kidney Bean Table
Mid-Century Atomic Tiered Kidney Bean Table

Mid-Century Atomic Tiered Kidney Bean Table

By Lane Furniture, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Bring home all the fun of the atomic age with this funky petite bean table. Boasting a unique

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal, Brass

Lightolier Mid-century Atomic Sputnik Pendant Chandelier
Lightolier Mid-century Atomic Sputnik Pendant Chandelier

Lightolier Mid-century Atomic Sputnik Pendant Chandelier

By Lightolier

Located in Miami, FL

Modern atomic sputnik style pendant chandelier. The sic chrome arms had white glass shades arranged in

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Wire

LP246 "Atomic", Carlo Nason, A.V.MAZZEGA, 1970
LP246 "Atomic", Carlo Nason, A.V.MAZZEGA, 1970

LP246 "Atomic", Carlo Nason, A.V.MAZZEGA, 1970

$2,298Sale Price / item|20% Off

LP246 "Atomic", Carlo Nason, A.V.MAZZEGA, 1970

By Carlo Nason, AVMazzega

Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR

LP246 also named "Atomic" are used as wall light or ceiling flush mount. It was designed my Carlo

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Milk Glass, Murano Glass

Machine Age Mid Century Brass Atomic Chandelier
Machine Age Mid Century Brass Atomic Chandelier

Machine Age Mid Century Brass Atomic Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

fixture with and atomic sphere having five lights. A reeded glass tube suspended atop an all brass studded

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1940s Machine Age Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Brass

Lightolier Atomic Sputnik Ball Table Lamp
Lightolier Atomic Sputnik Ball Table Lamp

Lightolier Atomic Sputnik Ball Table Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A great table lamp with its original globe shades out of a nice Palm Springs Estate. This 1970’s Lightolier fixture still has a few of its labels. I only had one bulb to light it up...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Chandelier, Germany, 1970s

Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Chandelier, Germany, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very nice style of lighting - Rare type - Space Age style - Very good original condition.

Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Chrome

Atomic Ball Adjustable Lamp by Frederic Weinberg
Atomic Ball Adjustable Lamp by Frederic Weinberg

Atomic Ball Adjustable Lamp by Frederic Weinberg

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in Fraser, MI

Adjustable Table Lamp by Frederic Weinberg. Restored. Glass, Lacquer and Steel construction

Category

1950s Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Steel

Atomic Brass Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s
Atomic Brass Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s

Atomic Brass Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Aachen, NRW

An Atomic brass chandelier with nine-glass globes was designed by Kaiser Leuchten. High quality

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Brass

Atomic Chrome Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s
Atomic Chrome Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s

Atomic Chrome Chandelier by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Aachen, NRW

Atomic chrome chandelier with nine-glass globes was designed by Kaiser Leuchten. The globes are

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Chrome

Kalmar Atomic Floor or Table Lamp 'RS 6 TL', Aluminum Glass, 1970, One of Two
Kalmar Atomic Floor or Table Lamp 'RS 6 TL', Aluminum Glass, 1970, One of Two

Kalmar Atomic Floor or Table Lamp 'RS 6 TL', Aluminum Glass, 1970, One of Two

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

J.T. Kalmar, Austria in 1972. The lamp is made of polished aluminum and handblown bubble glass

Category

1970s Austrian Space Age Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Aluminum, Nickel, Chrome

Lp 246 "Atomic", Carlo Nason, A.V.MAZZEGA, 1969
Lp 246 "Atomic", Carlo Nason, A.V.MAZZEGA, 1969

Lp 246 "Atomic", Carlo Nason, A.V.MAZZEGA, 1969

By Carlo Nason, AVMazzega

Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR

LP246 also named "Atomic" are used as wall light or ceiling flush mount. It was designed my Carlo

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Milk Glass, Murano Glass

1950s Atomic Starburst Sphere Table Lamp Tripod Pedestal
1950s Atomic Starburst Sphere Table Lamp Tripod Pedestal

1950s Atomic Starburst Sphere Table Lamp Tripod Pedestal

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Table Lamp Atomic age ceramic starburst globe table lamp on metal base with bronze feet 1950s

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Large Atomic RS-System Chandelier by Kalmar
Large Atomic RS-System Chandelier by Kalmar

Large Atomic RS-System Chandelier by Kalmar

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Vienna, AT

short tubes and 16 hand blow glass shades (each 12cm or 4,72inch diameter), powered with 16 E14 bulbs

Category

1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Chandelier Sputnik / Atomic, Germany, 1970s.
Mid Century Chandelier Sputnik / Atomic, Germany, 1970s.

Mid Century Chandelier Sputnik / Atomic, Germany, 1970s.

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Praha, CZ

- very nice style of lighting - rare type - representative.

Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Chrome

Hollywood Regency. Atomic Era chandelier by Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s
Hollywood Regency. Atomic Era chandelier by Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s

Hollywood Regency. Atomic Era chandelier by Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s

By Rupert Nikoll, Fog & Mørup, Stilnovo

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Hollywood Regency and Atomic Era styles chandelier by Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s. Composed of a brass

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal, Brass

Atomic Chandelier by Vereinigte Werkstätten München, 1950s, Germany
Atomic Chandelier by Vereinigte Werkstätten München, 1950s, Germany

Atomic Chandelier by Vereinigte Werkstätten München, 1950s, Germany

By Vereinigte Werkstätten München

Located in Hagenbach, DE

13-armed Brass and Crystal Glass Atomic Chandelier by Vereinigte Werkstätten München, 1950s

Category

1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal, Brass

Atomic Danish Wall Mirror With Built in Light
Atomic Danish Wall Mirror With Built in Light

Atomic Danish Wall Mirror With Built in Light

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak, Glass

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Teak, Glass

Large Chrome and 10 Opaline Globe Atomic Chandelier
Large Chrome and 10 Opaline Globe Atomic Chandelier

Large Chrome and 10 Opaline Globe Atomic Chandelier

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Antwerp, BE

Design Classic Chrome Space Age hanging lamp. Eye catcher with 10 white opaline glass balls. This

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Chrome

Round Black Metal Atomic Style Wall Mirror, 1970s, France
Round Black Metal Atomic Style Wall Mirror, 1970s, France

Round Black Metal Atomic Style Wall Mirror, 1970s, France

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Round Black Metal Atomic Style Wall Mirror, 1980s, France It is very ideal and suitable for all

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal

Atomic Pendant Light By Siemens Model JL20 J3 Circa 1950s
Atomic Pendant Light By Siemens Model JL20 J3 Circa 1950s

Atomic Pendant Light By Siemens Model JL20 J3 Circa 1950s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Atomic Pendant Light By Siemens Circa 1950s - Chrome gallery - Stepped opaline glass with acid

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1950s German Industrial Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Space Age and Atomic Era flush mount by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
Space Age and Atomic Era flush mount by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s

Space Age and Atomic Era flush mount by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s

By Estiluz, Fog & Mørup, Stilnovo, Metalarte

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Space Age and Atomic Era flush mount by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s. Circular metal structure with

Category

1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Atomic Age Illuminated Globe Table Light by Bolis Bergamot, 1950s
Atomic Age Illuminated Globe Table Light by Bolis Bergamot, 1950s

Atomic Age Illuminated Globe Table Light by Bolis Bergamot, 1950s

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

made from glass covered by coloured paper. The brass in the base has a beautiful patina, the foot is a

Category

1950s Italian Space Age Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese Tall Sommerso Vase – Green & Honeycomb Amber Atomic
Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese Tall Sommerso Vase – Green & Honeycomb Amber Atomic

Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese Tall Sommerso Vase – Green & Honeycomb Amber Atomic

By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A stunning Mid-Century Modern Murano glass vase designed by Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese, Italy

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century German Space Age Atomic Table Lamp from Cosack
Mid-Century German Space Age Atomic Table Lamp from Cosack

Mid-Century German Space Age Atomic Table Lamp from Cosack

By Cosack Leuchten

Located in Hamburg, DE

Rare Space Age Atomic table lamp by Cosack. A really impressive design. From a central hemisphere

Category

20th Century German Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal

Italian Midcentury Chandelier in the Atomic Style from the 1950s
Italian Midcentury Chandelier in the Atomic Style from the 1950s

Italian Midcentury Chandelier in the Atomic Style from the 1950s

Located in bari, IT

Midcentury Italian chandelier in Atomic 50s style in green opaline glass and copper details.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Copper

Exceptional Huge Atomic or Sputnik Chandelier Style of Stilnovo
Exceptional Huge Atomic or Sputnik Chandelier Style of Stilnovo

Exceptional Huge Atomic or Sputnik Chandelier Style of Stilnovo

By Stilnovo

Located in Berlin, BE

Exceptional huge Murano glass, metal and brass chandelier in the style of Stilnovo, ca. 1980s. The

Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Brass

Pair of Atomic Kalmar Sconces Wall Lights, Austria, 1960s
Pair of Atomic Kalmar Sconces Wall Lights, Austria, 1960s

Pair of Atomic Kalmar Sconces Wall Lights, Austria, 1960s

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Aachen, NRW

Fantastic pair of midcentury wall sconces with 2 hand-blown glass pieces in each lamp, made by

Category

1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal

Atomic Brass Chandelier by E.R. Nelel for Temde, Switzerland, 1960s
Atomic Brass Chandelier by E.R. Nelel for Temde, Switzerland, 1960s

Atomic Brass Chandelier by E.R. Nelel for Temde, Switzerland, 1960s

By E. R. Nele, Temde Leuchten

Located in Aachen, NRW

Atomic chandelier with nine-glass globes was designed by the Swiss artist and designer E.R. Nele

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Opaline Glass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Space Age Atomic Murano Chrome Lamp
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Space Age Atomic Murano Chrome Lamp

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Space Age Atomic Murano Chrome Lamp

Located in Houston, TX

Insane vintage table lamp with beautiful blown spotted leopard white murano glass, mounted on

Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Chrome

Atomic White Chandelier by E.R. Nelel for Temde, Switzerland, 1960s
Atomic White Chandelier by E.R. Nelel for Temde, Switzerland, 1960s

Atomic White Chandelier by E.R. Nelel for Temde, Switzerland, 1960s

By E. R. Nele, Temde Leuchten

Located in Aachen, NRW

Atomic chandelier with nine-glass globes was designed by the Swiss artist and designer E.R. Nele

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Opaline Glass

Atomic Mid Century Teak Danish Modern European Westclox Pedestal Mantel Clock
Atomic Mid Century Teak Danish Modern European Westclox Pedestal Mantel Clock

Atomic Mid Century Teak Danish Modern European Westclox Pedestal Mantel Clock

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Vintage 1950s Mid Century Teak Danish Modern European Westclox Pedestal Battery Operated Desk Mantle Clock Scotland Stunning, Very Rare, Vintage 50s, Pedestaled, Hand-Moulded bent w...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal

Space Age Atomic Cluster Pendant Chandelier by Belvedere..New / Old Stock !
Space Age Atomic Cluster Pendant Chandelier by Belvedere..New / Old Stock !

Space Age Atomic Cluster Pendant Chandelier by Belvedere..New / Old Stock !

By Belvedere

Located in Buffalo, NY

Space Age Atomic Cluster Pendant Chandelier by Belvedere..Iconic design.. New / Old Stock..All

Category

1970s American Space Age Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Brass, Chrome

E. R. Nele Temde Atomic Sputnik Chandelier Chromed Space Age Tulip Pendant Lamp
E. R. Nele Temde Atomic Sputnik Chandelier Chromed Space Age Tulip Pendant Lamp

E. R. Nele Temde Atomic Sputnik Chandelier Chromed Space Age Tulip Pendant Lamp

By E. R. Nele, Temde Leuchten

Located in Vienna, AT

A stylish and chic 1960s Space Age Atomic “Sputnik” chandelier /multi-globe pendant lamp from the

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Space Age Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Atomic Age Sputnik Freeform Glas Mosaic Table by Berthold  Muller- Oerlinghausen
Atomic Age Sputnik Freeform Glas Mosaic Table by Berthold  Muller- Oerlinghausen

Atomic Age Sputnik Freeform Glas Mosaic Table by Berthold Muller- Oerlinghausen

By Berthold Muller

Located in Halle, DE

Outstanding table of the German artist Berthold Müller, Oerlinghausen. Designed and handcrafted in 1956 this sculptural design is a nice example of the futuristic look of modern fur...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Bronze

Atlanta Midcentury Atomic Age Sunburst Brass Table Desk Clock, Western Germany
Atlanta Midcentury Atomic Age Sunburst Brass Table Desk Clock, Western Germany

Atlanta Midcentury Atomic Age Sunburst Brass Table Desk Clock, Western Germany

By Atlanta Clock Co.

Located in Vienna, AT

An amazing midcentury triangular design starburst table or desk clock from the 1950s. Executed by Atlanta, Western Germany. Made of brass with a beautiful base, brass rays and a love...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal, Brass

Atomic Cosmic 1960s Torchiere Floor Lamp with a Star Burst Pattern Base
Atomic Cosmic 1960s Torchiere Floor Lamp with a Star Burst Pattern Base

Atomic Cosmic 1960s Torchiere Floor Lamp with a Star Burst Pattern Base

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Atomic, Cosmic, 60's Torchiere Floor Lamp with a Star Burst Pattern Base, Glass shade, Tri-light

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Brass, Metal

Carlo Nason Mazzega Lampada a sospensione LP 246 - Mod. Atomic Design 1969
Carlo Nason Mazzega Lampada a sospensione LP 246 - Mod. Atomic Design 1969

Carlo Nason Mazzega Lampada a sospensione LP 246 - Mod. Atomic Design 1969

By Carlo Nason, Mazzega

Located in Taranto, IT

Stupenda e rarissima Lampada da parete realizzata verso la fine degli anni 60, disegnata da Carlo Nason in collaborazione con Mazzega, struttura mezzo Globo sfumato interamente in ve...

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1960s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Space Age Chrome Opaline Nine-Light Chandelier, 1960s
Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Space Age Chrome Opaline Nine-Light Chandelier, 1960s

Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Space Age Chrome Opaline Nine-Light Chandelier, 1960s

By Fischer Leuchten

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

. It is made of chrome-plated metal and has got nine white frosted satinated glass lamp shades. Each

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Chrome

Atomic Kaiser Midcentury White 12- Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1960s, Germany
Atomic Kaiser Midcentury White 12- Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1960s, Germany

Atomic Kaiser Midcentury White 12- Arm Space Age Chandelier, 1960s, Germany

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A midcentury chandelier by Kaiser made in Germany in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its Space Age design and twelve opaque balls. The white circular body of the light is made of f...

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Atomic Glasses

Materials

Metal

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Vintage Atomic Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of vintage atomic glasses for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, metal and chrome, all vintage atomic glasses available were constructed with great care. Vintage atomic glasses have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage atomic glasses made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Vintage atomic glasses have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Kaiser Leuchten, Temde Leuchten and Max Bill are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Atomic Glasses?

Prices for vintage atomic glasses start at $120 and top out at $18,644 with the average selling for $1,689.
Questions About Vintage Atomic Glasses
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Slag glass is pressed opaque glass that has colored streaks throughout. It was used in everything from lamp shades to decorative bowls. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic slag glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.
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    To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.