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.
Flower Design Metal Flush Mount Light, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Flower Design Metal Flush Mount Light, 1960s, Italy Sculptural very elegant rare design flush mount. It is very ideal and suitable for all living areas. Lamp is in good conditio...
Metal
Round Smoked Glass Flushmount light by Hillebrand, Germany, 1970
By Hillebrand
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful round Smoked Glass Flush Mount light by Hillebrand Leuchten, Germany, 1970s. Thick textured Glass on a brass base with 3 brass screws. High quality and in very good cond...
Brass
1 of the 4 Valenti Luce Pistillino Wall Lights, Italy, 1970
By Valenti Luce
Located in Rijssen, NL
Hard to find out-of-production collectible Pistillino lamp with gold brushed finish. The Pistillino lamp is widely recognized as one of the most beautiful lamps ever made! The Pistil...
Gold
Triangle Pink Glass Italian Flush Mount Light by Magnani SNC, 1980s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Triangle Pink Glass Italian Flush Mount Light by Magnani SNC, 1980s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 3x E14 light bulbs. Wired and suitable...
Metal
Chromed Ufo Wall or Ceiling Lamp from Sölken
By Staff Leuchten, Motoko Ishii, Cosack Leuchten, Sölken Leuchten, Charlotte Perriand
Located in München, DE
Very nice wall or ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Nice reduced design. Very high quality processing. Manufacturer: Soelken Condition: Very good vintage condition with slight signs of...
Metal
Space Age Flush Chandelier by Temde
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Rupert Nikoll, Max Bill, Temde Leuchten, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Extremely beautiful Space Age ceiling lamp from the 1960s. The 8 mirrored lampshades spread a sparkling light. The lamp is very high quality. Very contemporary design with a fantasti...
Metal
German Art Glass Wall Light by Hillebrand, 1970
By Hillebrand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful dome shaped, glass wall light by Hillebrand Leuchten Germany, clear glass shade with graphite inclusions on a chrome reflector/back plate, the design creates a stunning sha...
Chrome
Vintage Wall Ceiling Lights Flush Mounts Sconces Spots by Giotto Stoppino, 1970s
By Giotto Stoppino, RAAK
Located in Berlin, DE
One of ... Minimalist flush mount by Giotto Stoppino. Holland, 1970s Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).
Milk Glass, Bakelite
Several Koch & Lowy Clear Glass Wall Sconces or Lights by Peill Putzler
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy
Located in Rijssen, NL
Midcentury flushmount or wall sconces designed by Koch &; Lowy for Peill &; Putzler in the 1970s. Featuring a clear glass globe shade with a waved or ribbed molded bubble form, casti...
Steel, Chrome
1 of 4 Putzler Wall Lights, Sculptural Clear Glass, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of 4 Putzler wall lights in sculptural glass on a brass frame, circa 1970s, Germany. Statement pieces. A clear design, with modern materials and special textures. With gold inclusi...
Metal, Brass
$3,450 / item
Flush Lamp by Motoko Ishii for Staff
By Motoko Ishii, Peill & Putzler, Staff Leuchten, Koch & Lowy, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in München, DE
Extremely impressive module lamp from the 1970s. Very unusual design and a real highlight for every room. The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely beautiful and sparkling. Very h...
Metal
Round Murano Amber Bubble Flushmount light by Hillebrand, Germany, 1970
By Hillebrand
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful round Murano Flush Mount by Hillebrand Leuchten, Germany, 1970s. Thick textured Murano fixture on a brass base with 3 brass screws. High quality and in very good conditi...
Brass
1960s Space Age Star Design Wall or Ceiling Lamps in Bronze
Located in München, DE
Unique 1960s Space Age wall or ceiling lamp in a star design. Fully functional with one original E27 metal socket. Look changes depending to the bulb size. Also looks great with a mi...
Bronze
Pair of Sconces Panta Murano Glass by Giusto Toso for Leucos, Italy, 1970s
By Giusto Toso, Leucos
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare Mid-Century Modern Space Age pair of sconces wall lights lamps or Flush mount ceiling or table lamps in blue opal blown Murano glass and silver metal by the designer Giusto Toso...
Metal
2 Italian White Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling, Wall Lights, 1960's, near pair
Located in London, Fitzrovia
2 Small Italian white Murano glass flush mount ceiling or possibly wall lights / sconces, space age, circa 1960's a near pair, Price quoted is per item, the same shipping quote will...
Aluminum
Space Age and Atomic Era flush mount by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
By Metalarte, Stilnovo, Estiluz, Fog & Mørup
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Space Age and Atomic Era flush mount by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s. Circular metal structure with electric blue lacquered finish, with a central diffuser and 5 opaline glass spheres. Str...
Metal, Chrome
Large Sputnik Gemini Flush Lamp by Gebrüder Cosack
By Cosack Leuchten, Gaetano Sciolari, Harvey Guzzini, Robert and Trix Haussmann, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
A very impressive Sputnik ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Exceptional design and very high-quality workmanship. The lamp is a highlight for any room. Manufacturer: Gebrüder Cosack Mode...
Metal
1 of 5 Ceramic Wall Light or Flush Mount by PAN Keramik, Germany, 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamps can be mounted in different ways. The height without the bulb is 11cm, with 14cm. Tamp requires 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw bulb, is wired, functional and runs on both 110...
Metal, Aluminum
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Amber Bubble Glass Flush Mount Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Amber Bubble Glass Flush Mount Lamp, 1960s The lamp comes with 1x E27 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working condition. It runs both on ...
Metal
Large 1970s Modernist Flush Lamp by Motoko Ishii for Staff
By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti, Gaetano Sciolari, Staff Leuchten, Motoko Ishii
Located in München, DE
Very nice and large ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Exceptional design and a real highlight for every room. The lighting effect of the lamps is extremely beautiful. Very high quality wo...
Metal
1 of 3 Round Murano Amber Sunburst Flushmount by Hillebrand, Germany, 1970
By Hillebrand
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful round Murano Flush Mount by Hillebrand Leuchten, Germany, 1970s. Thick textured Murano fixture on a brass base with 3 brass screws. High quality and in very good conditi...
Brass
$975Sale Price / set|55% Off
Pair of Space Age Chrome Wall or Flush Mount Ceiling Lights by Philippe Rogier
Located in Amityville, NY
Amazing pair of space age chrome wall or flush mount ceiling lights by Philippe Rogier. Spiral spring coils are held in place by the light bulbs atop a chrome tube. Produces a spiral light...
Chrome
Sputnik Gemini Flush Lamp by Gebrüder Cosack
By Gaetano Sciolari, Cosack Leuchten, Harvey Guzzini, Robert and Trix Haussmann, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
A very impressive Sputnik ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Exceptional design and very high-quality workmanship. The lamp is a highlight for any room. Manufacturer: Gebrüder Cosack Mode...
Metal
$2,850 / item
Sconce Murano Glass by Fratelli Toso, Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age sconce wall light lighting lamp or Flush mount ceiling in blown Murano glass and silver metal by the italian manufacture Fratelli Toso. Famous design lik...
Metal
Stunning Space Age Lamp in Pyramid Shape Made of Metal and Glass, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
stunning space age lamp in pyramid shape made of metal and glass, 1960s A small chip on the upper edge of the glass insert, which is only visible upon close inspection. See detailed...
Metal
Adjustable Space Age Gallery Spot for Wall or Ceiling by Staff
By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce, Cosack Leuchten, Gebrüder Cosack, Staff Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Fantastic lamp for wall or ceiling mounting from the 1970s. The Staff brand is known for its high-quality workmanship and perfectionist design. The large yellow-orange lamp head is i...
Metal
Set of 2 Large 1970s Modernist Flush Lamps by Motoko Ishii for Staff
By Arteluce, Motoko Ishii, Gaetano Sciolari, Gino Sarfatti, Staff Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and large ceiling lamps from the 1970s. Exceptional design and a real highlight for any room. The lighting effect of the lamps is exceptionally beautiful. Very high-qu...
Metal
Opal Glass & Gold Metal Pyramid Shaped Sconce or Ceiling Lamp, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Opal Glass & Gold Metal Pyramid Shaped Sconce or Ceiling Lamp, 1970s, Germany 3 available Sculptural very elegant rare design flush mount. It is very ideal and suitable for all li...
Metal
Chandelier in Opaline and Iron, 50°, France
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...
Opaline Glass
1970s Ufo Wall or Ceiling Lamp from Staff
By Sölken Leuchten, Motoko Ishii, Dieter Witte, Charlotte Perriand, Staff Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful wall or ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Beautiful, minimalist design. It creates a wonderful light. Manufacturer: Staff Condition: Very good vintage condition with sli...
Metal
1 of 2 Large Sputnik Flush Mount or Wall Sconce by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Vintage Sputnik lamp from 1970s manufactured by Cosack, Germany, 1970s. This lamp can be used as a ceiling lamp, or as a wall lamp. Sockets: 11 x E14 small bulbs. Light bulbs are no...
Brass
Set of 3 Sputnik Textured Bubble Wall Ceiling Light, Staff Leuchten Germany 1970
By Staff Leuchten, Temde Leuchten, Verner Panton
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Sputnik Space Age wall light Also useable as ceiling light Origin: Germany Age: 1970s Description: This super rare Space Age "Bubble" wall light set was designe...
Metal
XL Wave Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Koch and Lowy for Peill and Putzler
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy, J.T. Kalmar, Aloys F. Gangkofner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large wall lamp or ceiling lamp from the 1960s. The design and materials create a fantastic play of light in the room. Very high-quality workmanship and a...
Metal
ONE of two Large Vintage Blown Glass Flush Mounts Ceiling or Wall Lights. 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Berlin, DE
ONE of two beautiful industrial design blown glass flush mounts. Holland, 1960s-1970s Lampen sockets: One E27 (US E26).
Metal
Adjustable Space Age Gallery Spot for 3 Phase Rail by Staff
By Dieter Witte, Gino Sarfatti, Cosack Leuchten, Gebrüder Cosack, Staff Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Fantastic 3-phase track lamp from Staff from the 1970s. The Staff brand is known for its high-quality workmanship and perfectionist design. The large yellow-orange lamp head is infin...
Metal
Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Orange Ceramic Wall Lights or Flush Mounts by Waldi
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Orange Ceramic Wall Lights or Flush Mounts by Waldi The lamps can be mounted in different ways. This is just one example of many. The height without the...
Metal, Aluminum
1970's Italian Space Age Light Panel by Giacomo Benevelli
By Gaetano Missaglia, Giacomo Benevelli
Located in Hanover, MA
Rare Giacomo Benevelli (1925-2011) for Gaetano Missaglia space age light panel of a sculptural chrome knot on a rectangular sheet of satin aluminum. Takes two candelabra size E14 or...
Aluminum, Chrome
1970s Modernist Space Age Bubble Glass Flush Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
By Robert and Trix Haussmann, J.T. Kalmar, Temde Leuchten, Gaetano Sciolari, Max Bill
Located in München, DE
A very impressive Sputnik ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Exceptional design and very high-quality workmanship. This lamp is a highlight for any room. It creates a particularly sparklin...
Metal
Cosack Eclipse Wall Lamp by Gebrüder Cosack, Brass, 1980s Germany
Located in Schwerin, MV
Rare collector's item in very good condition: Cosack Eclipse wall lamp Materials: Round metal wall mount and brass disc. Adjustable semicircular metal shade. Metal E27 socket*. Wi...
Brass, Metal
Huge Sputnik Chandelier Flush Mount with Bubble Glass Globes Germany, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Huge Sputnik chandelier with six large blown bubble glass globes. Germany, 1960s Lamp sockets: 6x E27 (US E26)
Metal
1 of the 3 Dark Striped Square Ceramic Wall Lights, Germany, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Dark striped square-shaped ceramic wall lights/flush mounts made in Germany in the 1970s. The base of the light is square and there are beautiful ceramic stripes on top of that. Thi...
Ceramic
$1,140Sale Price|20% Off
Large Modular Flush Mount or Table Lamp by Motoko Ishii for Staff Leuchten, 1970
By Motoko Ishii, Staff Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This versatile flush mount or table lamp, designed by renowned Japanese designer Motoko Ishii, is a striking piece from the esteemed German brand Staff Leuchten. It features three de...
Aluminum
Pair of Putzler Wall Lights, Sculptural Glass and Chrome, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of of Putzler wall lights in sculptural glass on a brass frame, circa 1970s, Germany. Statement pieces. A clear design, with modern materials and special textures. With gold inc...
Metal, Brass
Modular Brass and Glass Flush Mounts, circa 1970
By Motoko Ishii
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of multiple brass and glass flush mounts for modular installation, priced per piece (blank or opal glass-sphere) from 1970's- Design by Rolf Krüger for Neuhaus. They will also w...
Brass
1970s XXL Ufo Wall or Ceiling Lamp from Staff
By Staff Leuchten, Arteluce, Dieter Witte, Motoko Ishii, Sölken Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and very large wall or ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Nice reduced design. A wonderful light is created. Manufacturer: Staff Condition: Very good vintage condition wi...
Metal
Huge Vintage Smoked Glass and Chrome Wall Light from Hilldebrand, Germany, 1960s
By Hillebrand
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Only one is still available. Four E14 bulbs on a chrome plate. Very good vintage condition with normal signs of use. 100% original condition and fully functional. ...
Chrome
Red ceiling lamp in Space Age style, circa 1980
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This Space Age-style ceiling light is an example of iconic 1980s design, with its mix of bold geometric shapes and innovative materials. The structure is composed of bright red paint...
Metal
Pair Green Square Ceramic Wall Lights, Germany, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Green square-shaped ceramic wall lights/flush mounts in Fat Lava style. Manufactured by in Germany in the 1970s. The base of the light is square and there is a beautiful ce...
Ceramic
Orange Ceramic Wall Light Flush Mount, Denmark, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular circular ceramic wall light, with beautiful orange and brown accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. Labelled by Løvemose, in excellent condition. Løvemose was a...
Ceramic
Pair of Sconces Murano Glass LP245 by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare Space Age Mid-Century Modern pair of wall lights lamps sconces or ceiling flush mount model LP245 by the italian design manufacture Mazzega. Design attributed to Carlo Nason, mo...
Metal
Space Age Flushmount by Mazzega, Carlo Nason in Murano Glass, Italy, Ca 1970
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Mid-Century Modern flushmount lamp by Mazzega, most likely designed by Carlo Nason, circa 1970, consisting on 3 clear murano glass pieces that slide into a grey/silver lacquered base...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Red Ceramic Wall Light Flush Mount, Denmark, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular circular ceramic wall light, with beautiful red accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. Labelled by Løvemose, in excellent condition. Løvemose was a pottery in t...
Ceramic
Stunning Sputnik Golden Brass Flush Mount Wall Light by Cosack 1970s
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Very stylish and eye-catching Sputnik Atomic wall or ceiling light by Cosack from the 1970s. The lamp has 11 light sources and 10 golden plastic spheres, which refract the light won...
Brass
Ceiling Lamp from Kaiser Leuchten
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Gaetano Sciolari, Kaiser Leuchten, Helena Tynell, Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Sputnik wall or ceiling lamp from the 1960s. The 3 opal glass lampshades spread a pleasant light. The lamp has a very high quality finish. Very contemporary design with a f...
Metal
Pyramid Design Opal Glass & Gold Metal Flush Mount by Limburg, 1970s Germany
By Limburg
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pyramid Design Opal Glass and Gold Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp by Limburg, 1970s, Germany Sculptural very elegant rare design ceiling lamp. It is very ideal and suitable fo...
Metal
German Vintage Brass and Glass Pendant Light Chandelier 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful 18-arm geometric clear glass and brass Sputnik chandelier. Germany, 1960s/1970s Measures: Diameter: 26 Inch Height min. (body): 16 Inch.
Brass
Large Gernan Vintage Bubble Glass Wall Ceiling Light Flush Mount, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Amazing blown bubble glass and chrome flush mount. Germany, 1970s. Lamp sockets: 9.
Chrome
Large Brass & Opaline Glass Light ball wall/ceiling lamp by Castiglioni for Flos
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Larger version (cm 40 diameter) of the light ball serie designed by Achille Castiglioni for Arteluce and Flos in 1960s. Aluminum & polished brass body with white opaline shade. Very ...
Aluminum, Brass
Six Mid-Century Modern "Patchwork" Glass Sconces by Toni Zuccheri for Venini
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Six Mid-Century Modern sconces 'Patchwork' model designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini and manufactured circa 1970, in clear and blue Murano glass. Priced individually.
Murano Glass
1 of 2 Orange Brown Star Wall Lights Flush Mounts Kaiser Leuchten, Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Orange brown ceramic wall lights/flush mounts in Fat Lava style. Manufactured by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany in the 1970s. The style of the glaze is called 'Fat Lava'. Which means the ...
Ceramic