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.
Find a collection of vintage Space Age seating, tables, lighting and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Pair of blue and green bear paw ceramic ashtrays, France, 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Pair of glazed ceramic ashtrays in the shape of bear paws, made in France in the 1970s. This pair of vintage ashtrays, with their sculptural and playful design, perfectly illustrate...
Ceramic
Striking "Atomic Orb" Art Glass Ashtray in Ruby Red by Viking Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking "Atomic Orb" art glass ashtray in ruby red by Viking Glass, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 6"D x 5"H. Great ...
Art Glass
Roberto Rigon, Space age red ceramic ashtray, Bertoncello Italy ca. 1970
By Bertoncello
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age red ceramic ashtray designed by Roberto Rigon Bertoncello Italy ca. 1970 H 12 cm - 22 x 22 cm Conditions: very good consistent with age and use. Small chip, check the pi...
Ceramic
$357Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Space Age Red Melamine Clam Ashtray Spain 1970s NOS Design Objects
Located in Lisboa, PT
This original Clam ashtray designed by Alan Fletcher is a striking example of 1970s European space-age design, produced in Spain by EFMEN and preserved in New Old Stock condition. Un...
Plastic
Red and Black Metal Floor Ashtray with Arc Foots, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Red and Black Metal Floor Ashtray with Arc Foots, 1970s, Italy Measurements : Height: 61 cm Ashtray diameter and height: 11 cm and 7 cm Base diameter: 15 cm x 19 cmHeight: 52 cm Ash...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Ashtray, Glossy Orange, USA, 1960
Located in Toronto, CA
A bold and sculptural Mid-Century Modern ceramic ashtray in a striking glossy orange glaze, marked USA on the base. With its rounded organic form, recessed center, and angular notche...
Ceramic
Italian space age round chromed metal ashtray, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Round ashtray, entirely in chromed steel, with fabric padding on the support part. Good conditions. 1970s Measurements in cm 13p x 2h Beautiful ashtray with a rounded shape, with a b...
Metal
Brown Metal and Plexiglass Self-standing Industrial Floor Ashtray, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Brown Metal and Plexiglass Self-standing Industrial Floor Ashtray, 1970s, Italy Measuretements : Height: 52 cm Ashtray cup diameter: 11 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us if you...
Metal
$348Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Space Age Mustard Melamine Clam Ashtray Spain 1970s NOS
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Clam ashtray by Alan Fletcher is an original 1970s example of his iconic space-age design, produced in Spain by EFMEN and preserved in New Old Stock condition. Never used and re...
Plastic
Black Melamine sculptural Spiros ashtray by E. Peduzzi Riva for Artemide, 1968
By Eleonore Peduzzi Riva, Artemide
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Iconic spiral ashtray made by Artemide in the 1960s. The sphere and spiral design give this simple object a more decorative and sculptural feel. Available also in white version.
Plastic, Acrylic, Rubber
$1,700
Murano 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Murano Glass
Space age red ceramic ashtray, Studio Opi, Gabbianelli Italy ca. 1970
By Gabbianelli
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age red ceramic ashtray Studio Opi, Gabbianelli Italy ca. 1970 Marked under the base H 9.5 cm - 24 × 24 cm Conditions: very good consistent with age and use.
Ceramic
Murano Blue & violet Sommerso Glass ashtray attr. to Seguso Vetri Darte, 1960s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Blue and violet Murano glass ashtray made with the "sommerso" technique. Depending on the refraction of the light, the glass takes on different colors, as can be seen in the photos. ...
Murano Glass
$2,880
Murano 1970, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Murano Glass
Space age cream ceramic ashtray, Sicart Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age cream ceramic ashtray Sicart Italy 1970s 18 cm dia. x 6 cm h Conditions: good consistent with age and use
Ceramic
Space age lucite conical smoking set, Italy 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age lucite conical smoking set Italy 1970 Ashtray, table lighter, vide poche H 21 cm - diam. 21 cm Conditions: good consistent with age and...
Plexiglass
$433Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Space Age Orange Yellow Melamine Clam Ashtray Spain 1970s NOS
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Clam ashtray by Alan Fletcher is an authentic New Old Stock example of his iconic 1970s space-age design, produced in Spain by EFMEN. Preserved unuse...
Plastic
Walter Zeischegg Stacking Ashtrays / Bowls, 1967 for Helit, Fantastic Plastic
By Walter Zeischegg, Helit Presswerk
Located in London, GB
Walter Zeischegg for Helit, Ulm, W. Germany Large stacking ashtrays / bowls, model 84009, designed 1967 Red melamine, original labels. This is an e...
Plastic
Small Azure & Orange Murano Glass 1960s Ashtray by Pierre Cardin for Venini
By Venini, Pierre Cardin, Ludovico Diaz de Santillana
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This small ashtray was designed by Ludovico Diaz de Santillana and manufactured by Venini for Pierre Cardin in the 1960s. It is executed in electric bl...
Murano Glass
Space Age Garden or Patio Ashtray done in Orange Plastic, Italy 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a rare Space Age Ashtray done in orange plastic or acrylic. Clean, simple lines and the vibrant color of this piece are typical symbols of the Space Age...
Plastic
Steel & Plastic 1960s Table Ashtray by E. Gismondi Schweinberger for Artemide
By Emma Gismondi Schweinberger, Artemide
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Steel table ashtray with black plastic base designed by emma gismondi schweinberger for Artemide in 1966. Good condition: some light signs of wear due to time and use.
Steel
Italian Space Age Orange Metal Cylindrical Industrial Ashtray, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Italian Space Age Orange Metal Cylindrical Industrial Ashtray, 1970s, Italy Measurements : Height: 56 cm Body diameter: 10 cm Base diameter: 15 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us...
Metal
$376Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Space Age Green Brown Melamine Clam Ashtray Spain 1970s NOS
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Clam ashtray by Alan Fletcher is an authentic New Old Stock example of his iconic 1970s space-age design, produced in Spain by EFMEN. Preserved unuse...
Plastic
$357Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Mini Space Age White Red Melamine Clam Ashtray Spain 1970s NOS
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Clam ashtray by Alan Fletcher is the smaller-scale version of his iconic 1970s space-age design, produced in Spain by EFMEN and preserved in New Old ...
Plastic
1960's Space Age Rare Ashtray in Melamine Germany
By Joe Colombo
Located in San Diego, CA
Great design on this cool red melamine Space age ashtray with removable top circa 1970's , in the style of Luiggi Colanni & Joe Colombo.
Plastic
Space Age. Ceramic ashtrays set by Scheurich, Germany, 1970s
By Bitossi, Scheurich Keramik, Richard Manz, Aldo Londi
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Sapce Age and Brutalist style ceramic ashtrays set in the style of Scheurich's creations, Germany, 1970s. Set of 6 handmade ceramic ashtrays with a vitrified finish in different colo...
Ceramic
$377Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Space Age White Yellow Melamine Clam Ashtray 1970s Spain NOS
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Clam ashtray by Alan Fletcher is an authentic New Old Stock example of his iconic 1970s space-age design. Manufactured in moulded melamine resin and ...
Plastic
Space age clear lucite table lighter, Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age clear lucite table lighter, Italian manufacture 1970s H 11 × 11 × 5 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use. In working conditions.
Lucite
$358Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Mini Space Age White Caramel Melamine Clam Ashtray Spain 1970s
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Clam ashtray by Alan Fletcher is the smaller-scale version of his iconic 1970s space-age design, produced in Spain by EFMEN. Preserved as New Old Sto...
Plastic
$358Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Mini Space Age Red Caramel Melamine Clam Ashtray Spain 1970s NOS
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Clam ashtray by Alan Fletcher is the smaller-scale version of his iconic 1970s space-age design, produced in Spain by EFMEN and preserved in New Old ...
Plastic
$377Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Space Age White Blue Melamine Clam Ashtray Spain 1970s NOS
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Clam ashtray by Alan Fletcher is an authentic New Old Stock example of his iconic 1970s space-age design, produced in Spain by EFMEN. Preserved unuse...
Plastic
$377Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Space Age Green Yellow Melamine Clam Ashtray Spain 1970s NOS Model
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Clam ashtray by Alan Fletcher is an authentic New Old Stock example of his iconic 1970s space-age design, produced in Spain by EFMEN. Preserved unuse...
Plastic
$376Sale Price|20% Off
Alan Fletcher Space Age Yellow Blue Melamine Clam Ashtray Spain 1970s NOS
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Clam ashtray by Alan Fletcher is an authentic New Old Stock example of his iconic 1970s space-age design, produced in Spain by EFMEN. Preserved unuse...
Plastic
Italian Aquamarine Cut Glass Ashtray/IEmpty Pocket attr to Fontana Arte, 1960s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Elegant ashtray/empty pockets in cut glass attributed to the 1960s Fontana Arte production . Good condition: one small imperfection at one corner, scratches at the base as shown in t...
Glass, Cut Glass
Silver-Plated Metal "unipersonale"ashtray from Lino Sabattini, 1972, set of 3
By Lino Sabattini, Sabattini Argenteria
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Set of 3 silver plated metal unipersonale ashtray by Lino sabattini, 1972. Manifacture's mark on the base.
Metal, Silver
Space age blue iridescent ceramic ashtray / vide poche, Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Mid-century space age blue iridescent ceramic ashtray Italy 1970s H: 5 cm - 21 × 21 cm Conditions: excellent, no defects
Ceramic
Space age black and white ceramic ashtray / vide poche, Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Space age black and white ceramic ashtray / vide poche Italy 1970s H: 6 cm - 22 × 22 cm Conditions: excellent, no defects
Ceramic
Mid-century green ceramic ashtray, Sicart Italy 1969
By Sicart
Located in Firenze, IT
Midcentury green ceramic ashtray Sicart 1969s Italy H: 6 cm Diam. 15.5cm Labeled on the base. Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.
Ceramic
White Melamine sculptural Spiros ashtray by E. Peduzzi Riva for Artemide, 1968
By Eleonore Peduzzi Riva, Artemide
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Iconic spiral ashtray made by Artemide in the 1960s. The sphere and spiral design give this simple object a more decorative and sculptural feel. Available also in white version.
Plastic, Acrylic, Rubber
1970s Iconic Modernist White Ceramic Ashtray by Mangiarotti for F.lli Brambilla
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Fratelli Brambilla
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The Ashtray designed by Mangiarotti for F.lli Brambilla is a distinctive and timeless piece that captures the essence of modernist design during that era, with its clean lines, minim...
Ceramic
Small Brown Ceramic Barbados ashtray by Angelo Mangiarotti for Danese, 1964
By Danese Milano, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Small Barbados ashtray version designed by Angelo Mangiarotti for Danese, Milano 1964. This product is composed by 2 parts. Good vintage condition: few ceramic defects and retouche...
Ceramic
Small Brown Ceramic Barbados ashtray by Angelo Mangiarotti for Danese, 1964
By Danese Milano, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Small Barbados ashtray version designed by Angelo Mangiarotti for Danese, Milano 1964. This product is composed by 2 parts. Good vintage condition: few ceramic defects and retouch...
Ceramic
Italian aquamarine faceted glass ashtray in the manner of Fontana Arte, 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Varese, Lombardia
elegant ashtray in cut and faceted crystal. Very good condition: one very small imperfection as shown in the photo.
Cut Glass
Small Brown Ceramic Barbados ashtray by Angelo Mangiarotti for Danese, 1964
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Danese Milano
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Small Barbados ashtray version designed by Angelo Mangiarotti for Danese, Milano 1964. This product is composed by 2 parts. Very good vintage condition.
Ceramic
German Space Age black plastic ashtrays by Walter Zeischegg for Helit, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
German Space Age black plastic ashtrays by Walter Zeischegg for Helit, 1970s Set of three wavy-shaped round table ashtrays with thick-profile, in black plastic. They can be stacked. ...
Plastic
Mid-century green ceramic ashtray, Sicart Italy 1969
By Sicart
Located in Firenze, IT
Midcentury green ceramic ashtray Sicart 1969s Italy H: 6.5 cm 13 × 13 cm Labeled on the base. Andrea Palladio design price label. Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.
Ceramic
$1,600
Crystal 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Crystal
$1,650
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. Pushing the button that reads 'V...
Murano Glass
Sergio Asti, mod.4635 red ashtray / catchall, Kartell Italy 1967
By Sergio Asti, Kartell
Located in Firenze, IT
Mod. 4635 red ashtray / catchall. Sergio Asti for Kartell, Italy 1967 Metal, plastic. H 4.8 cm Diam. 25,5 cm Conditions: excellent, no defects
Metal
Sergio Asti, Mod.4635 Black Ashtray / Catchall, Kartell Italy 1967
By Sergio Asti, Kartell
Located in Firenze, IT
Mod. 4635 black ashtray / catchall. Sergio Asti for Kartell, Italy 1967 Metal, plastic. H 4,8 cm Diam. 25,5 cm Conditions: excellent, no d...
Metal
$1,450
Ashtray Crystal, 1950
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Crystal
Giorgio Soavi for Olivetti, "O" Ashtray, 1968
Located in London, GB
Soavi designed this ashtray for Olivetti, a company originally created by Camillo Olivetti in 1908 to produce typewriters. Olivetti became famous for the meticulous attention it paid...
Plastic