Transforming light manufacturing into an aesthetic art form, Peill & Putzler is synonymous with futuristic globular glassworks. It was a massive operation at the peak of its production, creating mid-century modern designs and employing up to 1,500 workers. Its table lamps, wall lights and chandeliers and pendants are anything but mundane and are admired today for their innovative artistry.
The melding of two great, independent glassworks companies in 1947 to form Peill & Putzler occurred at the beginning of a postwar design surge. Peill und Sohn, founded in 1903, was led by Leopold Peill, a philanthropist and glassmaker. Originally from Pieńsk in today’s Poland, the Putzler brothers were well-established glass producers known for kerosene street lighting. The synthesis of the two companies established the renowned glassworks and a lighting company. The site of its glassworks factory in Düren, Germany, became the home of this integrated partnership.
In 1953, the German Design Council was formed, with Peill & Putzler as a founding member. The council is essential today, bringing social awareness, support and knowledge transfer to design companies and providing beneficial tools for their success.
Heading the company at this time were Günther Peill and Hans Ahrenkiel. The pair were experimental with the designs the company produced. Advancing technologies supported industrial production, allowing the company to manufacture pieces that were as much art as functional objects.
Designers of note who worked with Peill & Putzler and contributed to its acclaim included Aloys Ferdinand Gangkofner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Helmut Demary, William Brown, Horst Tüselmann and Wilhelm Braun-Feldweg. Collaboratively, they produced stunning flush mount lighting, candle holders and vases and vessels.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Peill & Putzler lighting, decorative objects, glass and more.
1 of 2 Peill & Putzler 1970s Large Biomorphic Glass & Chrome Pendant Lights
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
One of a set of a pair of beautiful vintage mid-century modern biomorphic designed hanging ceiling pendant lights by iconic German lighting manufacturer Peill & Putzler in the 1970s....
Aluminum, Chrome
One of Ten Peill & Putzler 1970s Large Biomorphic Glass & Chrome Pendant Lights
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
One of a set of ten (rare to find in such a quantity) beautiful mid-century designed hanging ceiling pendant lights by iconic German lighting manufacturer Peill & Putzler in the 1970...
Aluminum, Chrome
Set of Three Peill Putzler Large Biomorphic Clear Glass & Chrome Pendant Lights
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Set of three beautiful mid-century designed hanging ceiling pendant lights by iconic German lighting manufacturer Peill & Putzler in the 1970s. This is an absolutely classic piece of...
Aluminum, Chrome
$1,506 / item
H 29.53 in Dm 10.24 in
One of Five Large Smoked Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special round biomorphic smoked glass pendant designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, ...
Smoked Glass
$1,987 / item
H 25.6 in Dm 12.6 in
1 of 7 Large Smoked Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special round biomorphic smoked glass pendant designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. Sockets: 1 x E27 standard bulb. (100 W max). Drop...
Blown Glass
$1,084 / item
H 35.44 in Dm 11.82 in
1 of 7 Large Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special round dark yellow glass pendant designed by Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired, and ready t...
Brass
$532
H 35.44 in Dm 11.82 in
1970s German Peill & Putzler Opaline & Chrome Pendant Hanging Ceiling Light
By Peill & Putzler
Located in London, England
The lamp features a beautiful opaline glass shade that provides a soft, warm glow when illuminated, making it an ideal choice for creating a gentle ambiance in any room. The shade is...
Metal, Chrome, Wire
1 of 20 Peill & Putzler Chrome and Opal Glass Pendants
By Peill & Putzler, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Voorburg, NL
Iconic bubble pendant lamp manufactured by Peill & Putzler and the design is attributed to Wilhelm Wagenfeld in Germany in the 1960s. Comes in beautiful white frosted opal glass with...
Chrome
1 of 2 Large Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Koch & Lowy, Peill & Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special glass pendant with beautiful colors designed by Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. Sockets: 1 x E27 standard bulb. (100 W max). Light bulbs are not ...
Blown Glass, Smoked Glass
$1,505 / item
H 29.53 in Dm 10.24 in
1 of 10 Large Smoked Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special round biomorphic smoked glass pendant designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, ...
Smoked Glass
$1,989 / item
H 25.6 in Dm 12.6 in
1 of 4 Large Smoked Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special round biomorphic smoked glass pendant designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. Sockets: 1 x E27 standard bulb. (100 W max). Li...
Blown Glass, Smoked Glass
$1,506 / item
H 37.41 in Dm 12.6 in
1 of 3 Large Opal Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Koch & Lowy, Peill & Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special round Biomorphic opal glass pendant designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, we...
Chrome
$1,567 / item
H 27.56 in Dm 12.21 in
1 of 6 Large Clear Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Koch & Lowy, Peill & Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special round Biomorphic clear glass pendant designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, we...
Chrome
Wonderful Opal Glass Pendant Light, Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special form of opal glass pendant designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. Beige color cased on opal glass. This pendant light is more th...
Glass, Opaline Glass
$1,987 / item
H 25.6 in Dm 12.6 in
1 of 8 Large Smoked Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special round Biomorphic smoked glass pendant designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, ...
Smoked Glass
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H 7.88 in Dm 8.67 in
Peill & Putzler Pair of 1970s Smoked Glass & Brass Biomorphic Pendant Lights
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Peill and Putzler pair of midcentury hanging pendant lights or lamps, whose design is attributed to Koch & Lowy in the 1970s. This range wa...
Metal
Large 1960s Peill & Putzler Murano Glass Stilnovo Style Pendant
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A rare large Murano glass pendant by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1960-1969. Elegant design in the manner of Stilnovo, white glass with beautiful inclusions, impressive light effects. B...
Brass
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H 10.24 in Dm 10.24 in
1 of 5 Peill & Putzler Biomorphic Clear Glass / Chrome Pendant Lights, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
One of a set of five vintage midcentury pendant lights / lamp fixtures designed by Peill and Putzler in the 1970s. This is an absolutely Classic piece of design - often referred to a...
Blown Glass
Exquisite Peill & Putzler Chromed Mirror Full Glass Table Lamp
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Voorburg, NL
Iconic and rare globe table lamp manufactured by Peill & Putzler. Comes in beautiful handblown glass, featuring a transparent glass globe with a large mirrored band to avoid light gl...
Chrome
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H 10 in Dm 10.5 in
Peill & Putzler Artichoke Floral Shaped White Opaline Hanging Lamp, Circa 1960s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Savannah, GA
Circa 1960's German Peill & Putzler Artichoke or Floral Shaped White Opaline Hanging Lamps Dimensions: 10" h x 10.5" diameter with an overall d...