Vintage Technology

After the bombings at Nagasaki and Hiroshima, the American general public was fearful of the advancement of technology in making powerful weapons. Thanks in part to this advertising ...

Fritz “Friedel” Wauer who is credited by FLOS for devising the technology of spraying the material onto iron frames, was inspired by the “self-wrapping” of a silk worm, hence the nam...

Over the past six decades, Hockney’s inventive visual language has taken many different stylistic turns, from the early pen and ink, and coloured pencil drawings to his more recent e...

His interest in the creative process was expansive and synergistic – art, technology, psychology, science, medicine, and protecting the environment (before it became a movement).

Such works reflected his interest in collective experience and the relationship between art, technology, and nature. Piene later moved to the United States, where he became director...

Trained as a silversmith in Denmark, he began teaching in 1948 at the School for American Craftsmen in Alfred, NY, and followed the school's relocation to the Rochester Institute of ...

She received a BFA from Carnegie Institute of Technology, Pittsburgh, PA in 1964 and an MFA from Columbia University in 1967.

The work invites contemplation of themes of control, invention, mortality, and the uneasy intersection of humanity and technology, while resisting any singular narrative or interpret...

In the 1950s and 60s, he worked with Olivetti, where he created iconic objects like the bright red Valentine typewriter, blending technology with bold color and personality. In 1981,...

In the 1950s and 60s, he worked with Olivetti, where he created iconic objects like the bright red Valentine typewriter, blending technology with bold color and personality. In 1981,...

Fritz “Friedel” Wauer who is credited by FLOS for devising the technology of spraying the material onto iron frames, was inspired by the “self-wrapping” of a silk worm, hence the nam...

This pair of green garnet earrings with diamonds have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold.

As the industry explores various manufacturing technologies and promotes recycling, the growing popularity of vintage furniture and decor among the millennial generation is illuminat...

The strategically engineered placement of the print creates a sculptural trompe-l’œil effect that visually contours the body, exemplifying Gaultier’s fascination with technology, ana...

Sarfatti’s work is distinguished by its technical innovation and elegant simplicity, often incorporating new materials and technologies such as halogen bulbs, articulated arms, and m...

Sarfatti’s work is distinguished by its technical innovation and elegant simplicity, often incorporating new materials and technologies such as halogen bulbs, articulated arms, and m...

Sarfatti’s work is distinguished by its technical innovation and elegant simplicity, often incorporating new materials and technologies such as halogen bulbs, articulated arms, and m...

Over the course of his career, Sarfatti designed more than 600 fixtures, constantly experimenting with new materials, technologies, and forms. His work often explored modularity and ...

In 2022–2023, iGuzzini launched its Echoes program re-editing classic 1960s–70s designs with LED technology, underscoring the enduring relevance of this era's output.

This vintage diamond necklace with pearl drop has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold.

By 1940, they had patented the nation's first fully automated machine screen-printing technology for glass. Global Collaborations: In the latter half of the 20th century, Sasaki ach...

He didn't just design furniture; he fundamentally changed how it was made by bringing industrial technology into the home. Why He Matters Zanuso was a pioneer of High-Tech Design.

The cufflinks have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9k gold with 18k gold panels to the reverse of the posterior link.

A prolific landscape painter, Zimmerman's oils and watercolors are found in numerous museum, corporate and private collections, including the Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts; the Sp...

A prolific landscape painter, Zimmerman's oils and watercolors are found in numerous museum, corporate and private collections, including the Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts; the Sp...

In 1962, Castle moved to New York to teach furniture design at the Rochester Institute of Technology’s School for American Craftsmen (SAC). He worked there until 1969 and played a cr...

Fritz “Friedel” Wauer who is credited by FLOS for devising the technology of spraying the material onto iron frames, was inspired by the “self-wrapping” of a silk worm, hence the nam...

This piece comes from a unique transitional period in the late 1980s when the manufacture was experimenting with new designs, materials, and technologies. It is a reminder of AP's de...

Unlike today's print-on-demand methods, which often use digital printing technology (giclée), offset lithography is known for its ability to faithfully reproduce colors and details a...

Though many connoisseurs associate the idea of the double quick-set watch with Rolex, which first offered the President model with this "new" feature in late 1990, Omega was a pionee...

Its symmetrical composition and minimalist geometric presence reflect the influence of late modernist Italian electronics design, where domestic audio equipment was conceived not onl...

His interest in the creative process was expansive and synergistic – art, technology, psychology, science, medicine, and protecting the environment (before it became a movement).

At the center of the composition, a large crate marked with the French tricolor is suspended from a crane hook, symbolizing the transport of materials, technology, and investment. Be...

This stunning bracelet has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold.

This fabulous piece is hand made, respectful of the most ancient manufacturing technologies of the Murano glass tradition. Decorated with beautiful leaves around the chandelier.

Wilson worked as the designer of exhibition galleries at George Eastman House Museum of Photography in 1961-62, Art professor and instructor in Photography and Graphic Design at Minn...

Palatnik’s sculptures and kinetic objects are celebrated for their innovative fusion of technology and aesthetics, positioning him as a central figure within the international Op Art...

This specific drum-dialing lineage is highly celebrated across prestigious technology institutions, with examples and functional demonstrations archived in prominent curated spaces l...

Each earring is hallmarked to the hinged latch the 18k gold mark ( 750 ) and have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 ...

The interior of the ring shank is hallmarked with the maker's mark (H.K.) and the 14k gold mark (14K); the piece has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Nito...

The first works of the project appeared in 1993, although full implementation became possible later thanks to technology; the idea originated in Vrubel's youth. The project is a larg...

This 1950s ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18k gold.

During the 1960s they focused especially on temporary furniture and buildings featuring avant-garde signs, materials and industrial technologies. They designed and built several infl...

He was particularly interested in new technologies, often incorporating halogen bulbs and adjustable mechanisms to create versatile, user-centered lighting solutions.

The vintage emerald and diamond cluster ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold.

This impressive pair of vintage pink coral earrings has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold.

After he graduated in 1948 from the Architecture School of Politecnico di Milano, Mangiarotti moved to the United States and started working in Chicago as a visiting professor at the...

Introduced during a period of intense competition for chronometric precision, the Ultra-Chron collection represented Longines' pursuit of superior accuracy through high-beat technolo...

Though many connoisseurs associate the idea of the double quick-set watch with Rolex, which first offered the President model with this "new" feature in late 1990, Omega was a pionee...

This is a refined piece of lighting technology, capable of lending character and a sophisticated atmosphere to any space.

Born Andrew Warhola on August 6, 1928 in Pittsburgh, PA, he graduated from the Carnegie Institute of Technology in 1949. Moving to New York to pursue a career in commercial illustrat...

Gino Sarfatti was one of the most influential figures in 20th-century lighting design, known for his innovative approach to form, function, and technology. As the founder of Arteluce...

Though many connoisseurs associate the idea of the double quick-set watch with Rolex, which first offered the President model with this "new" feature in late 1990, Omega was a pionee...

This vintage 1950s ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum.

This stunning bracelet has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold.

Each earring is hallmarked to the reverse of the setting with the 18k gold mark (18K) and have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and ve...

Educated at the Politecnico di Milano, Zanuso initially worked as an architect before transitioning into industrial design, where he became known for integrating new materials and te...

Educated at the Politecnico di Milano, Zanuso initially worked as an architect before transitioning into industrial design, where he became known for integrating new materials and te...

He was also a board member of the scientific committee of the European IDIA project (Inclusive Design and Intelligent Technology for Accessible Workplaces) Paolo Favaretto regularly...

Pollock's understanding of design was that every object has an edge and every object has a line, propelling him in a direction which he called "Rim Technology". The primary design el...