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.
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
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
Mid-Century Modern Sconce or Flush Mount in Opalescent Murano Glass by Leucos
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Large Mid-Century Modern sconce or flush mount in opalescent Murano glass by Leucos.
Murano Glass
Large Oyster Light Panel by Klaus Link in the manner Staff, Germany, 1968
By Rolf Krüger, Heinz Neuhaus Leuchten, Dieter Witte
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Very rare Oyster wall light made of black and white enameled metal in the manner of Staff, Germany, 1968. A real eye-catcher even unlit. Gem from the...
Metal
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
$940Sale Price|52% Off
Vintage Murano Glass Blue Wall Lamp/Sconce with Chromed Metal Screws and Bulb
By Mazzega
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage wall/ceiling lamp in Murano glass, manufactured by Mazzega. It consists of a clear cylinder, with irregular and mesmerising stripes in white and blue. The glass top is secure...
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Space Age Flush Mount, Italian 1960’s, Attributed to Sciolari
By Sciolari Lighting, Stilkronen
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Large Space Age flush mount or wall light. Manufactured in Italy during the 1960’s in chromed metal and glass spheres in a shape reminiscent of a flying saucer. This lamp was most...
Chrome
Large Brass & Opaline Glass Light ball wall/ceiling lamp by Castiglioni for Flos
By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
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
1970's Italian Space Age Light Panel by Giacomo Benevelli
By Giacomo Benevelli, Gaetano Missaglia
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
5 Ivory Plastic 1969 Cnosso Wall or Ceiling Lamps by Mangiarotti for Artemide
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Artemide
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Set of 5 plastic ceiling or wall lamps designed in 1969 by Angelo Mangiarotti and produced by Artemide. The lamps can be combined to form a light panel of various shapes or placed separately. Originally the plastic was white in color, but due to time and use it has now turned yellow. Very good condition. Each lamp is equipped with 2 E27 lamp holders. Name of the manufacturer and of the designer...
Plastic
Staff Leuchten Bubble Glass Flush Mount, 1960s
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Great bubble glass flush mount or wall sconce from the 1960s. Designed by Staff Leuchten Germany in the 1960s. The lamp is fitted with an E27 bulb. In great condition, the glass is c...
Glass, Plastic
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
Chandelier in Murano and Bronze, 1950, Italian Sign : Mazzega Murano
By Mazzega
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...
Bronze
Set of Extra Large Space Age Wall Lights or Flush Mounts, 1970s
Located in Echt, NL
Exceptionally large Space Age lamps in very good condition. Measures: 48 x 48 inch! The lamps are made from orange lacquered fiberglass shell which holds a aluminum globe. The glo...
Aluminum
1 of the 3 Large Valenti Luce Pistillino Wall Lights, Italy, 1970
By Valenti Luce
Located in Rijssen, NL
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
Cobalt Blue Layered Glass Pendant Lamp with Chain Hanger, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Cobalt Blue Layered Glass Pendant Lamp with Chain Hanger, 1970s, Germany It is very ideal and suitable for all living areas. Lamp is in good condition. No damage, no crack. Wear co...
Metal
Monumental Space Age Flush Mount by Motoko Ishii for Staff, Germany 1970s
By Motoko Ishii, Staff Leuchten
Located in Beograd, RS
Monumental Mid Century Modern / Space Age Flush Mount designed by the reknown Japanese lighting designer Motoko Ishii in 1970s. Motoko Ishii lived and worked in Finland and Germany 1965-1967. Her most prominent designs were produced while she was working for the West German lighting company Staff. In 1968. she returned to Japan and established Ishii Motoko...
Chrome
One off Three Adjustable Italian Glass and Chrome Ufo Chandeliers
Located in Antwerp, BE
One large adjustable ufo chandeliers in glass and chrome. Takes six E 14 size bulbs, up to 40 watts each for 240 watts total. The lamp has six sockets...
Metal, Chrome
$3,290Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Vintage Italian Chrome and Glass Sculptural Wall Lamp, Collectible Design
By Angelo Brotto, Esperia
Located in Milano, IT
Born in Venice in 1914, Angelo brotto was a multi-faceted artist who challenged himself with painting, sculpture and glassmaking. He also worked as a designer, creating mainly lamps ...
Metal, Chrome
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
Set of Six Staff Tube Ceiling or Wall Lights Designed by Rolf Krüger, Germany
By Rolf Krüger, Staff Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning set of six sconces or ceiling lights made in Germany, by Staff Leuchten. Each with chrome and metal. Easy to mount and fantastic to look at. Each Fixture requires one Euro...
Metal, Chrome
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
Round flush mount/ sconce by Erco, Germany 1960s
Located in Herentals, BE
Space Age round flush mount or wall lamp designed by Alois Gangknofner for Erco in 1960. The flush mount has the Erco label on the inside of the mounting plate...
Metal
Adjustable Space Age Gallery Spot for 3 Phase Rail by Staff
By Gebrüder Cosack, Staff Leuchten, Dieter Witte, Gino Sarfatti, Cosack 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
$1,292 / item
'Cono' Space Wall or Ceiling Mount, Italy Lamperti
By Lamperti
Located in Mortsel, BE
"Cono" Space Vibes Ceiling or Wall Fixture by Lamperti Italy: Elevate your space with this minimalist "Cono" fixture, expertly manufactured by Lamperti in Italy. The design focuses o...
Metal
"Onda" Claudio Salocchi Lumenform Design 1960s Modular Wall Lamp Flush Mount
By Claudio Salocchi, Lumenform
Located in Brescia, IT
"Onda" wall lamp Claudio Salocchi 1969, Lumenform Modular lamp Murano opaline glass Lacquered metal base.
Metal
Large Staff Leuchten Bubble Glass Flush Mount
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Beautiful bubble glass flush mount or wall sconce from the 1960s. Designed by Staff Leuchten Germany. In great condition, the glass is chip and scratch free. The glass shade has bee...
Metal
Set of 2 Staff Leuchten Chrome & Plastic Space Age designed by Motoko Ishii 70
By Staff Leuchten, Motoko Ishii
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 2 chrome lights, ceiling lamps, wall sconces designed by Japanese Designer Motoko Ishii in 1970 and manufactured by Staff Leuchten made in West Germany. Each tubular Light...
Chrome
Pair Of Large Koch and Lowy Smoked Glass Wall Sconces/Flush by Peill Putzler
By Koch & Lowy, Peill & Putzler
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Large Exceptional flush mount or wall lights or sconces designed by Koch &; Lowy for Peill &; Putzler in the 1970s. Featuring a smoked glass globe shade with a waved or ribbe...
Brass, Steel
Mid-Century Space Age Clear and Frosted Glass Round Flush Mount or Wall Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Barntrup, DE
Mid-Century Space Age clear and frosted glass round flush mount or wall lamp attributed to J.T. Kalmar, Austria, circa the 1960s. An iconic Space Age wall or ceiling light with a fro...
Metal, Aluminum
Adjustable Space Age Gallery Spot for Wall or Ceiling by Staff
By Gebrüder Cosack, Staff Leuchten, Gino Sarfatti, Cosack Leuchten, Dieter Witte
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 c...
Metal
$189Sale Price|70% Off
Vintage Plastic Bubble Textured Globe Flush Mount Lamp or Wall Light Sconce
Located in Amityville, NY
Small Vintage clear and white plastic bubble textured globe flush mount lamp or wall light sconce. This is a small and charming lamp fixture with a space age vibe is a 2 part light c...
Plastic, Acrylic
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Amber Bubble Glass Flush Mount Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely 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 11...
Metal
"Onda" Claudio Salocchi Lumenform Italian Design 1960s Wall Lamp Flush Mount
By Claudio Salocchi, Lumenform
Located in Brescia, IT
"Onda" wall lamp Claudio Salocchi 1969, Lumenform Modular lamp Murano opaline glass Lacquered metal base.
Metal
Set of 7 Ceramic Brown Wall Lights or Flush Mounts, Germany, 1970s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The wall lamp come with 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt. Delivery without bulb.
Metal, Aluminum
Thick Glass Square Design 4 Socket Flush Mount Light by Luci, 1960s, Italy
By Luci Italia
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Thick Glass Square Design 4 Socket Flush Mount Light by Luci, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 3x E14 light bulbs. Wired and suitable...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1960s Italy The hanging lamp needs 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb and is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 v...
Metal, Brass
Adjustable Space Age Gallery Spot for Wall or Ceiling by Staff
By Gebrüder Cosack, Staff Leuchten, Gino Sarfatti, Cosack Leuchten, Dieter Witte
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
Ceramic Bubble Wall or Ceiling Lamp, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The wall lamp come with 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt. Delivery without bulb.
Aluminum, Metal
1970s Modernist Space Age Bubble Glass Flush Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
By Max Bill, Gaetano Sciolari, Temde Leuchten, J.T. Kalmar, Robert and Trix Haussmann
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
Large Opaline Glass Discus Ceiling Lamp by Limburg BEGA, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large Opaline Glass Discus Ceiling Lamp by Limburg BEGA, Mid-Century Modern The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 2...
Metal, Brass
Space Age Sputnik Chandelier by Cosack
By Cosack Leuchten, J.T. Kalmar, Gaetano Sciolari, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Robert and Trix Haussmann
Located in München, DE
Very rare Sputnik chandelier from the 1960s. Very high quality and massive workmanship. An enrichment for every home. The design creates an excitingly fiery play of light. Manufactu...
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
Large Single Staff Tube Ceiling or Wall Light Designed by Rolf Krüger, Germany
By Staff Leuchten, Rolf Krüger
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning large sconces or ceiling light made in Germany, by Staff Leuchten. its made of chrome and metal. Easy to mount and fantastic to look at. The Fixture requires one European...
Metal, Chrome
Set of Six Staff Tube Ceiling or Wall Lights Designed by Rolf Krüger, Germany
By Staff Leuchten, Rolf Krüger
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning set of six sconces or ceiling lights made in Germany, by Staff Leuchten. Each with chrome and metal. Easy to mount and fantastic to look at. Each Fixture requires one Euro...
Metal, Chrome
Large Bubble Glass Flush Mount by Staff, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Large bubble glass flush mount (model A230) by Staff, 1960s. A large and heavily textured glass diffuser with 'bubbles' of varying sizes is mounted on a dark grey-metallic lacquered ...
Steel
Black Ivory Plastic Wall or Ceiling Teti Lamps by Vico Magistretti for Artemide
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This lamp is composed by 4 single Teti lamps, joined together by an aluminum structure. It can be used as a ceiling lamp, wall lamp or mirror lamp as well. i...
Aluminum
Brass Square Design 4 Head Ceiling Lamp by Cosack, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Brass square design 4 head ceiling lamp by Cosack, 1970s, Germany. Designed and manufactured for Gebrüder Cosack. Rare Minimalist design flushmount or wall lamp Original label...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Koch & Lowy Clear Glass Wall Lights by Peill Putzler, 1970
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of mid-20th century flush mount or wall sconces designed by Koch &; Lowy for Peill &; Putzler in the 1970s. Featuring a clear glass globe shade with a waved or ribbed mo...
Metal
Set of 3 Adjustable Space Age Gallery Spots by Staff
By Dieter Witte, Gino Sarfatti, Gebrüder Cosack, Staff Leuchten, Cosack Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Fantastic lamps for 1 phase tracks from the 1970s. The Staff brand is known for its high-quality workmanship and perfectionist design. The large dark brown lamp heads are infinitely ...
Metal
Pair of Orange Square Ceramic Wall Lights, Germany, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Orange square-shaped ceramic wall lights/flush mounts in Fat Lava style. in Germany in the 1970s. The base of the light is square and there is a beautiful ceramic cross on to...
Ceramic
Gaetano Sciolari Spiral Ceiling Fixture
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage Sciolari spiral six light ceiling fixture in helical form made of mirror polished stainless steel to present as chrome. Takes six E12 candelabra size ligjtbulbs up to 60 watt...
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Pair of Orange Hex-shaped Ceramic Wall Lights, Germany, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Orange hex-shaped ceramic wall lights. Manufactured in Germany in the 1970s. The base of the light is hexagonal and there is a beautiful ceramic web on top of that. The fixt...
Ceramic
Wall or Ceiling Light, Sculptural Glass, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
A r wall or ceiling light in sculptural glass, circa 1970s, Germany. Statement piece. A clear design, with modern materials and special textures. This modernist design is focused on ...
Glass
Gold Brass Flush Mount, Cosack, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful brass Flush Mount by Cosack lights, Germany, 1960/1970. Original 1960s space age brass ceiling light with nine lighting elements. This light was designed and produced by C...
Brass
$2,115Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 15 space age flush mount lamps by Cosack Leuchten, Germany 1960s
Located in ECHT, NL
Large set of 15 space age flush mount lamps. The have a trumpet or tulip style shape. The measure 10cm in diameter and 11 cm in height (height measured without a bulb). Suitable for e27 LED, halogen and normal bulbs. Made by German company Cosack in the 1960s. All the lamps are in good used condition with minimal signs of age and use. They come without a bulb. The socket is a standard e27 screw socket. They are intended for hardwiring to a wall or ceiling junction box. The lamps are suitable for both European and US use depending on the voltage of the bulb used. Cosack Leuchten Founded in 1848 by the 3 brothers...
Metal
Model MICO Murano White & Red Glass Ceiling Lamp by Renato Toso for Leucos, 1972
By Renato Toso, Leucos Design Lab
Located in Barntrup, DE
A famous Italian ceiling lamp, model MICO, is also suitable as a wall or table lamp. Designed by Renato Toso and manufactured by Leucos. Made of handmade glass from the masters of Mu...
Metal
Model Quark Round Flush Mount by Hans Von Klier for Bilumen, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Model Quark Round Flush Mount by Hans Von Klier for Bilumen, 1970s, Italy Model QUARK no. 1150 Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. ...
Metal
Op-Art Glass Flush Mount, circa 1970
By Victor Vasarely, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare French op-art from the 1970s. The large opaline diffuser with satin finish is heavily textured with countless pyramidal shapes for a wonderful sculptural effect - whether switch...
Steel
Large Sputnik Flushmount or Wall Sconce by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Vintage Sputnik lamps from the 1970s manufactured by Cosack, Germany, 1970s. This lamp can be used as a ceiling lamp, or as a wall lamp. Wonderful glass shape and light effect. Socke...
Brass