Space Age Decorative Objects
SPACE AGE STYLE
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.
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Style: Space Age
Contemporary Artemis Candlestick in Polished Stainless Steel
Located in Winchelsea, East Sussex
Contemporary candlestick created from polished stainless steel spheres and domes, sharing the form of the Artemis Table. The silver finish re...
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2010s British Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Murano, 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal.
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
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Murano Glass
Pair of Vases in Murano, 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Murano
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal.
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
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Murano Glass
Yuri Zatarain, glazed terracotta sculpture, early 21th century
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Glazed Terracotta Sculpture in the Shape of a Turtle Shell by Yuri Zatarain, 2000s
Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard boxes is included. If the wo...
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Early 2000s Mexican Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Silver Plated Metal 1960s Bowl & Box by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Set of 2 silver plated metal decorative objects: a "leave" bowl and an "apple" box from the '60s. Pretty good condition: the bowl show light defect on one side as showed in the pictu...
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1960s French Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Italian space age chromed steel frame with optical abstract design print, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age chromed steel frame with optical and abstract design print, 1970s
Framework with chromed steel frame and abstract design in shades of blue, white and green, reminis...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
1970s Amazing Italian Space Age Red Vase
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Amazing Italian space age original ceramic vase some sign of aging on it.
However in a very good condition. This vase is stunning.
7,87 x 11,81 H inches
20 cm x H 30 cm.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Steel & Brass 1970s Decorative Box
By Romeo Rega
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This metal box was produced in the 1970s. It is made from brass, steel and glass and it remains in a good vintage condition: visible oxidation spots on the cover.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Steel
Silver Plated Metal 1970s Candleholder by Lino Sabattini
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Very good condition. Very high quality. Manifacture's mark on the handle.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Contemporary Apollo Candlestick in Polished Stainless Steel
Located in Winchelsea, East Sussex
Contemporary candlestick created from polished stainless steel spheres and domes, sharing the form of the Apollo Table. The golden colour of ...
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2010s British Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rohé & Noordwolde, set of 2 wicker display baskets in metal base.
Located in Herentals, BE
The display baskets were manufactured by Rohé & Noordwolde around 1960 in the Netherlands after a design by Dirk Van Sliedrecht. They are removable from the black metal frames.
They ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
1970s Amazing Vintage Original Scheurich Vase
Located in Milano, IT
Amazing vintage original Scheurich ceramic vase in excellent condition.
This vase is rare
diameter 4,72" x 7,87" H inches
20 H cm. - 12 D cm.
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Paperweight in solid transparent acrylic, 1970s.
Located in Barcelona, ES
Paperweight in solid transparent acrylic, 1970s.
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1970s Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Acrylic
1970s Stunning Pair of Vases in Ceramic, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s stunning pair of vases in ceramic. Made in Italy, they are in excellent condition.
Measures: 8,26" x 3,54" x 15,35" H inches
7,87 x 2,75" x 11,81" H inches
cm 21 x cm 9 x cm...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Stunning Original Big Scheurich Lava Vase
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Stunning Original Big Scheurich Lava Vase in excellent condition.
This vase is beautiful, it seems a sculpture
Dimensions:
diameter 4,72" x 12,59"...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Stunning Space Age White Vase in Bavaria's Porcelain, Made in Germany
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Stunning Space Age white vase in Bavaria's Porcelain. Made in Germany.
The shape of this vase is amazing it seems a sculpture. This vase is in excellent condition.
Dimension:...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage 'Space Age' Set Opaline Florence Vase, Empoli, 1955
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage opaline from Florence.
This is a rare color and size, a must have for any collector.
Looks simply stunning.
The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty!
With best wishes, Geert
?Early Bird Gallery...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
1960s Gorgeous Pair of Blue Vases in Murano Glass, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous pair of blue vases in Murano glass. Made in Italy
The items are in excellent condition.
Dimensions:
Vase diameter 5,51" x 12,59"
Vase diameter cm 14 x cm 32 H
Vas...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
1970s Gorgeous Pair of Vases in Ceramic. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous Pair of Vases in Ceramic. These vases are two sculptures and they are in excellent conditions. Made in Italy
diameter 4,33" x 13,38" H inches
diameter 4,33" x 13,38" H...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Saturn Bowl by Connor Holland
Located in Winchelsea, East Sussex
The Saturn Bowl combines contemporary design style with functionality, its simple sculptural form and heavy duty construction makes it an ideal vessel for decorative displays. Created using a large 30cm diameter hemisphere, the bowl has the capacity to hold a wide variety of items and arrangements. The shape is inspired by the J-2 rocket engine...
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2010s British Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Pluto Bowl by Connor Holland
Located in Winchelsea, East Sussex
The Pluto Bowl combines contemporary design style with functionality, its simple sculptural form and heavy duty construction makes it an ideal vessel for decorative displays. Created...
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2010s British Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
1970s Stunning Original Big Scheurich Lava Vase
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous big Scheurich Lava vase in excellent condition.
This vase is a true piece of modern art
Dimensions:
diameter 4,72" x 15,74" height inc...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Stunning Pair of Vases in Ceramic by F.lli Brambilla. Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Stunning Pair of Vases in Ceramic by F.lli Brambilla. Made in Italy, they are in excellent condition.
diam 3,93" x 14,37" H inches
diam 5,90" x 14,37" H inches
diam cm 10 x cm ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Gorgeous Set of 3 Vases in Murano Glass, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous set of 3 vases in Murano glass.
The items are in excellent condition.
Dimensions:
Blu vase diameter 3,14" x 10,23" height inches
Blu vase diameter 8 cm x 26 height...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Rare Sergio Mazza Lounge Chair for Artemide
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Buffalo, NY
This seldom seen space age modernist lounge chair was designed by architect and Artemide co-founder, Sergio Mazza in the 1960s. The chair features a stunning white fiberglass frame w...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Fiberglass, Fabric
1970s Blue and Yellow Sommerso Faceted Murano Glass Ashtray by Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A rare semi faceted murano glass ashtray designed and manufactured by Seguso, it's in perfect conditions. Crafted with precision and artistry, the ashtray boasts a multifaceted surfa...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Italian Sculptural Ashtray Centerpiece from Studio Del Campo, 1975
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This ashtray comes from a serie "Composizione" produced by Studio Del Campo in 1975. It is made from bronze and enameled silver.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
White Ceramic Vase by Rosenthal, 1960s
By Rosenthal
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Signature of the manufacture beneath the base. Very good condition.
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Steel 1960s Ventotene Desk Organizer, Model 3054A by E. Mari for Danese Milano
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Ventotene desk organizer, model 3054A in polished steel designed by Enzo Mari for Danese Milano in 1964.
Good condition: this is a vintage item, not a brand new product. Signs of we...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Vintage Steel Centerpiece by A. Panzeri for Robots Milano, 1970s
By Robots
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This sculptural centerpiece was manufactured in steel and produced by Robots, Milano. It remains in a pretty good condition: normal signs of wear, mostly located under the base.
Category
1970s European Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Ressort Letter Rack by Yonel Lebovici for Distrimex, 1969
By Yonel Lebovici, Distrimex
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This sculptural "Ressort" model letter rack was designed by Yonel Lebovici in 1969 for Edition Distrimex. It is made of chrome-plated steel and it remains in good vintage original co...
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1960s French Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Italian space age Spherical Plastic White Table Clock Boule by Lorenz, 1960s
By Lorenz
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age Spherical plastic white table clock model Boule by Lorenz, 1960s
Fantastic Boule model table clock, the structure is in spherical s...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Scultura Skyline in foglia oro di Valter Berni
Located in Felino, IT
scultura Skyline in foglia oro, del Maestro Valter Berni. Base in metallo, struttura lignea, rivestita in foglia oro. Sormontata da un profilo in plexiglas che delinea uno skiline ci...
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Early 2000s Italian Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Scultura in Foglia Oro, Aratro, Di Berni Valter
Located in Felino, IT
Scultura "Aratro" in foglia oro, del Maestro Berni Valter . Base in ferro, struttura lignea con rivestimento foglia oro. la struttura e' di legno, rivestita in foglia oro, la base in...
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Early 2000s Italian Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Space Age Plastic Desk Set Organizer
By Kartell
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice black & white Space Age plastic desk set organizer, circa 1970's great condition 2 pieces set great for envelopes, clips pens, etc.
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Late 20th Century North American Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Plastic
Roger Feraud French Mid-Century Modern Iron & Nickel Coat Hat Rack Space Age
By Geo, France 1, Roger Feraud
Located in Miami, FL
Space age coat or hat rack by Roger Feraud for GEO France.
Features a black finished iron core, hairpin legs and eight nickel-plated astrolabs.
Mid-Century Modern Design from the l...
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Mid-20th Century French Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron, Nickel
1970s Astonishing Space Age Red Vase by Gabbianelli, Made in Italy
Located in Milan, IT
1970s astonishing Space Age red vase in ceramic by Gabbianelli. Made in Italy.
Category
1970s European Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Classic Danish Pop 1960s /Space Age Flemming Brylle & Preben Jacobsen Table Lamp
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Danish Pop 1960s /Space Age Flemming Brylle & Preben Jacobsen table lamp, 1960s fabulous, plastic, screens with white plastic slats. Lucite, ac...
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1960s Danish Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Plastic, Acrylic
Contemporary Cuorecarpenito Pink Ceramic Vase Bubble Family Collection
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Lovers In Pink, a renowned artwork by Marc Chagall, serves as the inspiration for this polished ceramic vase from the Bubble Family Collection. Showcasing arched, circular shapes, the decorative elements enriching the vase's cylindrical body contribute to its organic dynamism, which adds an effortless touch of glamour to contemporary interior.
without a doubt for me "the lovers" is my favorite vase not to say that it is the perfect vase. I almost have a veneration for this vase and when I build it a special mood always assails me.
It is all the details that make it so important, there are two kissing figures, the color is elegant pink with something antique...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage 'Space Age' Pitcher, Opaline Florence Vase, circa 1955
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage pitcher vase by Opaline di Florence. High contrast black red and white decor
This is a rare color and size, a must have for any collector...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
Barbini Murano Orange Gold Flecks Aventurine Stripes Italian Art Glass Bowl
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous large vintage Murano hand blown persimmon orange, gold and aventurine flecks Italian art glass bowl. Documented to designer Alfredo Barbini, circa 1950-1960. Glitters in any...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
1970s Space Age Red Vase in Ceramic by Gabbianelli, Made in Italy
Located in Milan, IT
1970s Space Age red vase in ceramic by Gabbianelli, made in Italy.
Category
1970s European Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Sculptural 1970s Hand-Made Brass Vase
Located in Varese, Lombardia
A beautiful and decorative hand-made vase attributed to Cognolato. It is made from hammered brass and remains in a very good vintage condition.
Signed on the base: " hand made Italy".
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage 'Space Age' Set Opaline Florence Vase, 1955
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage opaline from Florence.
This is an unusual period colorway and size, that will give a midcentury touch to your interior.
Size of the smaller one H 12.6 in x D 4.33 in.
...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
Multicolored Sommerso Glass 1960s Vase by Flavio Poli for Seguso/Eko
By Flavio Poli, Seguso
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Advertising vase made by Seguso for the well-known guitar company Eko. The vase is attributed to Flavio Poli. It was made with the "sommerso" glass technique in the stylized but reco...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
1970s Astonishing Orange and White Ceramic Box by Gabbianelli, Made in Italy
Located in Milan, IT
1970s Astonishing Space Age orange and white box in ceramic by Gabbianelli, made in Italy.
Category
1970s European Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
BMF Nagel Candleholder Stackable Modular
Located in Vienna, AT
Stackable modular candleholder by BMF Quist Nagel, The candleholders were designed by Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel and manufactured by BMF (Bayerische Metallwaren Fabrik) in West Ge...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Chrome
1970s Italian Gorgeous Space Age Vase in Excellent Condition
Located in Milan, IT
1970s Italian gorgeous Space Age vase in excellent condition.
1600.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Ceramic Space Age Pod Geode by Michael Mick
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Semi abstract large space age pod geode ceramic sculpture by artist Michael Mick.
Signed with incised script signature, Michael Mick, artist copyright ...
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Late 20th Century North American Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
1980, Sculpture Prototype Solar Car
By Joe Colombo
Located in Perpignan, FR
Prototype solar acr
maded by Design departement of the Delft university - Holland
Measures: 260 x 100 x 110 cm
Fiberglass & gelcoat
Very good conditions
Perfrect for wall install...
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1980s European Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Resin, Epoxy Resin, Plastic, Fiberglass
1970s Gorgous Space Age Beige Vase in Ceramic by Gabbianelli, Made in Italy
Located in Milan, IT
1970s Gorgeous Space Age beige vase in ceramic by Gabbianelli, made in Italy.
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1970s European Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
White, Red and Brown 1960s Murano Glass Vase Attributed to Salviati
By Salviati
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Thick Murano glass vase or bowl in white, red and brown colors attributed to Salviati Italian glasswork. Very good condition: light scratches under the base.
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Gigantic Rare Heavy Sunburst Mirror Wall Clock from the 1970s
Located in München, DE
Gigantic very rare heavy Sunburst mirror wall clock from the 1970s. Beautiful elaborate high quality design. The clock has a body made of black lacquered wood, at the front there are...
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1970s European Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Blue & Clear Murano Glass 1960s-1970s Vase/Bottle Attributed to Barovier e Toso
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Thick Murano glass vase/bottle in blue shades attributed to Barovier and Toso Italian glasswork. Excellent condition.
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Murano Glass
Space Age Lucite and Chrome Catch It All
Located in San Diego, CA
Really nice and unique catch it all, circa 1970s, this piece was never used its in like-new condition.
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Late 20th Century Korean Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Chrome
Fratelli Toso Murano Opalescent Lavender Bubbles Italian Art Glass Flower Vase
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown opalescent, light purple / lavender and controlled bubbles Italian art glass flower vase. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company. The outside col...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Glass, Art Glass
1970s Astonishing Space Age White Vase in Ceramic by Gabbianelli, Made in Italy
Located in Milan, IT
1970s astonishing space age white vase in ceramic by Gabbianelli, made in Italy.
Category
1970s European Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Space Age Red Black Vintage Plastic Television Discoverer by Philips Netherlands
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage red and plastic television named discoverer, which was manufactured by Philips, Netherlands, 1980s.
Its outstanding shape makes this design piece so fascinating.
T...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Space Age Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Space Age decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Space Age decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Connor Holland, Pierre Cardin, Opaline florence, and Sormani. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $76 and tops out at $26,955 while the average work can sell for $766.
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