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.
Set of two Padina Wall Lamps by Castiglioni for Flos, Italy, Circa 1970
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in München, DE
Pair of original 1970s wall lamps by the famous Italian designer brothers Achille and Piergiacomo Castiglioni. Model: Padina. Manufactured by Flos. Made in Italy. Great minimalist It...
Aluminum, Metal
1970s Ufo Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Cosack
By Cosack Leuchten, Charlotte Perriand, Sölken Leuchten, Staff Leuchten, Motoko Ishii
Located in München, DE
Very nice and UFO wall or ceiling lamps from the 1970s. Nice reduced design. A wonderful light is created. Condition: Very good vintage condition with slight signs of wear. Minimal...
Metal
Italian Magnetic Golden Globe Wall Lamps by Compadori Reggiani
By Reggiani
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of fully adjustable magnetic wall or bedside lights. Composed of gold-chrome steel. Mirror like finish. Design/maker: Compadori Reggiani. Designed in Italy during the 1960s. T...
Steel
iGuzzini Chrome Space Age "Ribbon" Sconces by Sandro Brazzoli & Ermanno Lampa "
By iGuzzini, Sandro Brazzoli, Ermanno Lampa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Mid-Century space age chrome "Ribbon" wall sconces, designed by Sandro Brazzoli and Ermanno Lampa for iGuzzini. This very striking bent chrome ribbon shade has a fin on the b...
Metal, Chrome
Alien Sconces by Joan Auger for Taller Uno Metalarte, 1980s, Spain
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Alien Sconces by Joan Auger for Taller Uno Metalarte, 1980s, Spain Very nice high quality wall lamps. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. These lamps works with E14 standa...
Aluminum
Large round original 60s Space Age aluminum ceiling or wall lamp by Honsel
By Honsel
Located in München, DE
Minimalist, large, original Mid-Century Modern Space Age ceiling or wall lamp made of matte brushed aluminum. Typical Space Age design from the 1960s. Manufacturer is Honsel. Made i...
Aluminum
Chrome and Glass French Pair of Sconces by BLUX Adar Pie, 1980s, France
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Chrome and Glass French Pair of Sconces by BLUX Adar Pie, 1980s, France It is very ideal and suitable for all living areas. 2 pair available Lamp is in good condition. No damage, ...
Chrome
IGuzzini Bugia Wall Lights Circa 1970s
By iGuzzini
Located in Gloucester, GB
IGuzzini Bugia Wall Lights Circa 1970s - Curved steel backplate - Steel domed shade with slit - Takes 1x E14 bulb - Wires directly into the wall - Ori...
Steel
Model Pergamo 38 Single Sconce by Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, 1980s, Italy
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Artemide
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Model Pergamo 38 Single Sconce by Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide, 1980s, Italy Glass is thick and heavy This lamp works with 2x E27 light bulbs. Measurements: Height: 22 cm Widt...
Metal
Set of 2 1970s Bicolor Space Age Wall Lamps by Sölken
By Gebrüder Cosack, Staff Leuchten, Cosack Leuchten, Dieter Witte, Sölken Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Very nice wall lamps from the 1970s. Nice reduced design. Very high quality workmanship. The aperture is adjustable for different lighting effects. Manufacturer: Sölken Condition: ...
Metal
Hans Agne Jakobsson Yellow Space Age Wall Lamp, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Practical adjustable wall sconce or bedside table lamp designed by Hans Agne Jakobsson and made by Elidus in Sweden during the 1970s. Measurements: W: 18 cm, Dept: 12 cm, H: 9 cm. ...
Steel
1970s Toni Zuccheri for Venini Space Age Murano Glass Square Wall Sconce
By Venini, Toni Zuccheri
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This stunning piece is a 1970s Toni Zuccheri for Venini "Corteccia" Murano Glass Wall Sconce, a striking example of Space Age Italian design and Murano glass artistry. The light fixt...
Metal, Brass
Afra and Tobia Scarpa “Foglio” wall lights, 1970s Italy
Located in Den Haag, NL
The Foglio wall lamp, designed by the renowned Italian duo Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1966, is a timeless icon of minimalist elegance and functional design. Produced by Flos, the lamp ...
Steel
1960s round large Space Age Pop Art aluminum ceiling or wall lamp
Located in München, DE
Minimalist large 1960s Space Age Pop Art ceiling or wall lamp made of matte brushed aluminum. Fully functional with one E27 original metal socket. Appearance changes depending on the...
Metal, Aluminum
Set of 2 Golden 1970s Wall Lamps by Motoko Ishii for Staff
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Gaetano Sciolari, Staff Leuchten, Motoko Ishii, RAAK
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive wall lamps from the 1970s. Extraordinary design and a real highlight for every room. The lighting effect of the lamps is extremely beautiful and sparkli...
Metal
$630Sale Price|30% Off
Artemide Nessino Giancarlo Mattioli transparent model Y2K design
By Giancarlo Mattioli, Artemide
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Masterpiece table lamp of Space Age design.Original was released from the 60s by Artemide. It is transparent model released only from the late 90s u...
Plastic
Claus Bolby Danish Space Age Wall Sconces for Cebo Industri, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare pair of Danish Space Age or Brutalist wall lamps designed by Claus Bolby and manufactured by his own lighting company Cebo Industri in Silkeborg, Denmark in the late 60s to ea...
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Foglio Flos Pair Of Brass Applique Zapponato 1967 Design
Located in Taranto, IT
Iconic pair of Foglio wall sconces, designed in 1967 by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Flos, one of the most representative projects of Italian design of the second half of the 20th century...
Metal, Brass
Verner Panton Ring Wall Lamp in Red
Located in Paris, FR
This striking Ring wall lamp by Verner Panton is a bold example of the designer’s sculptural approach to lighting. Finished in a vivid red enamel, the lamp features concentric circul...
Metal, Enamel
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
Verner Panton Ring Wall Lamp in Orange
By Verner Panton, Louis Poulsen
Located in Paris, FR
This iconic Ring wall lamp, designed by Verner Panton, exemplifies the designer’s pioneering approach to lighting as sculptural form. Featuring concentric circular elements finished ...
Metal, Enamel
1970s Space Age Fosnova mod. Cloe 508 White Painted Metal Wall Sconce
By Fosnova
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The Fosnova Mod. Cloe 508 wall sconce is an iconic lighting fixture inspired by the sleek, futuristic aesthetic of the 1970s Space Age design movement. It represents the era’s fascin...
Metal
Swirl Pattern Murano Glass Pair of Sconces by F.Fabbian, 1970s, Italy
By F. Fabbian
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Swirl Pattern Murano Glass Pair of Sconces by F.Fabbian, 1970s, Italy Very elegant and minimalist wall lamps. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E27 standard li...
Metal
1970s Space Age Danish Saturn Louis Poulsen Outdoor Wall Light by Joachim Lepper
By Joachim Lepper, Louis Paulsen
Located in London, England
A striking wall light manufactured by the Danish lighting manufacturer Louis Poulsen. This is the largest "maxi" version in the Model Saturn range. Designed by Joachim Lepper. The...
Metal, Aluminum
Wall or Ceiling Lamp Bolla by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, Italy 60s
By Martinelli Luce, Elio Martinelli
Located in Lucija, SI
Bolla wall or ceiling lamp designed by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce in the 60s. The item is in very good vintage condition with minor traces of use.
Plastic, Plexiglass
1 of the 3 Stunning Ceramic Wall Lights by Axella and Løvemose, Denmark, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the three spectacular circular ceramic wall lights, with beautiful accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. A unique and playful set, statement pieces. Two lamps are ...
Ceramic
Vintage Space Age Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Motoko Ishii for Staff, 1970s
By Motoko Ishii
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposing mid-century ceiling or wall lamps from the house of staff after a design by japanese designer motoko ishii. this design convinces with its reflective surfaces. The play wit...
Metal
1970s German Hustadt Leuchten Glazed Ceramic Brown Fat Lava Wall Sconce or Light
Located in London, England
1970s vintage, retro, space-age, German Hustadt Leuchten 'Fat Lava' ceramic brown glazed glossy wall sconce with a 3-dimensional design. A single E14 screw in bulb sits in the centr...
Metal, Chrome
$338Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 2 wall lamps space age lamps wall lamps, 70s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Set of 2 x Aluminium Wall Lamps - 1970s These great lamps are a real design classic from the 1960s-1970s. The wall lamps are an original of their time and provide a pleasant light. ...
Aluminum
LSP6 Tommy burnished brass & Glass Wall Lamp by L. Caccia Dominioni for Azucena
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This flush/wall lamp is made from a burnished brass and sandblasted glass shade. It was designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni in 1965 for Azucena. This item belongs to the 1960s product...
Metal, Brass
Space Age Brutalist Ceiling Lamp by Doria Leuchten, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Space Age Brutalist Ceiling Lamp by Doria Leuchten, 1960s Germany The lamp can be adjusted from 40cm to a height of 140cm. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wire...
Metal
Mid-Century Fuga Aluminum Tubular Wall Lamps with Black Enameled Bases by RAAK
By Maija Liisa Komulainen, RAAK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century wall lamps with aluminum tube shades on black enameled bases. Designed by Finnish architect Maija Liisa Komulainen for RAAK, Holland. This is an Iconic dutch design from ...
Metal, Aluminum
Stunning Fridtjof Sejersen White Brown Ceramic Wall Light, Denmark, 1960
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular circular ceramic wall light, with beautiful accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. The beautiful engravings in the ceramic make this wall light illuminate beauti...
Ceramic
Modular Wall Lights By Mokoto Ishii For Staff Circa 1970s
By Motoko Ishii
Located in Gloucester, GB
Modular Wall Lights By Mokoto Ishii For Staff Circa 1970s - Polyhedric glass shades with mercury coated inners - Chrome backplate - Take E14 fitting bulbs - Designed by Motoko Ishii...
Mercury Glass
White Opaline Glass & Metal Velella Ceiling Lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This Velella lamp can be used as sconce or as a ceiling lamp. It is made from a painted metal frame with adjustable holders, and with an opaline glass shade. This model provides onl...
Metal, Nickel
1970s Space Age Wall Lamp by Cosack
By Gebrüder Cosack, Staff Leuchten, Dieter Witte, Cosack Leuchten, Sölken Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Very nice Pop Art wall lamp from the 1970s. Nice reduced design. Very high quality workmanship. The lamp head can be rotated. Manufacturer: Cosack Condition: Very good vintage con...
Metal
Pair of Sconces Panta Murano Glass by Giusto Toso for Leucos, Italy, 1970s
By Leucos, Giusto Toso
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
Nickel-Plated & Painted Metal, Glass 1960s "PI" Sconce by S. Mazza for Artemide
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Wall lamp in matt nickel-plated brass. Reflector in aubergine coated aluminum. Frosted glass globe. Very good condition: Normal nickel oxidation.
Brass, Nickel, Aluminum
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
Plexiglass & Grey Metal Pair of Sconces by Massive, 1980s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Plexiglass & Grey Metal Pair of Sconces by Massive, 1990s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist outdoor sconces Lamps are in very good condition. These lamps works with E27 standard...
Metal
White Plastic & Painted Metal 1970s "Montparnasse" Sconces by S. Asti for Candle
By Sergio Asti, Candle
Located in Varese, Lombardia
2-piece molded diffuser in opal acrylic material. Painted metal structure. Nickel-plated metal stop.
Nickel, Sheet Metal
10 Pairs Available — ERCO Wall Sconces, Germany, 1970s — Space Age Up/Down Light
By Erco
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Elegant set of vintage Space Age wall sconces designed and manufactured by ERCO in Germany, circa 1970s. A refined example of European architectural lighting from the period, each sc...
Metal
$3,623 / set
Nason wall sconce for MAZZEGA "Torpedo"
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Cerignola, IT
Pair of space age wall sconces by Carlo Nason for Mazzetta, in white Murano blown glass and silvered metal
Metal
1960s German Egon Hillebrand Triple Murano Glass Cube Wall Light or Sconce
By Egon Hillebrand, Hillebrand
Located in London, England
This stunning 1960s German wall light or sconce by Egon Hillebrand features a striking triple-cube design made from thick, hand-crafted Murano glass blocks mounted on a polished chro...
Chrome, Metal
Two 1970s Space Age White and Brown Murano Glass and Steel Italian Wall Sconces
By Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This stunning pair of vintage Italian wall sconces beautifully encapsulates the Space Age design movement of the 1970s. Each sconce features a semi-cylindrical shade of thick, curved...
Steel
Bulbo' Set of Sconces by R. Barbieri & G. Marianelli for Tronconi, 1970s, Italy
By Barbieri e Marianelli, Tronconi
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Bulbo Model Set of Three Sconces by Raul Barbieri & Giorgio Marianelli for Tronconi, 1970's, Italy Very nice high quality wall lamps. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. The...
Porcelain, Glass
Several Yellow Glass Flush Mounts by Doria Leuchten, Germany 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful donut glass wall light/flush mount by Doria Leuchten, Germany 1970s. The yellow glass is mounted on a brass back plate. Can be used as a wall light or flush mount. Please...
Brass
Cobalt Blue Glass Pair of Sconces by King and Miranda for Arteluce, 1980s, Italy
By Perry King and Santiago Miranda, Arteluce
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Cobalt blue glass pair of sconces by King and Miranda for Arteluce, 1980s Italy Designers : Perry King and Santiago Miranda The Arteluce "Jill w...
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
Rare set of Flash wall or ceiling lamps by Joe Colombo for Oluce, Italy 1960
By Joe Colombo, Oluce
Located in Milano, IT
Each lamp features a chalice-shaped aluminum shade and finished in matte white lacquer. A black plastic knob allows adjustment of the main body's rotation angle. Designed and manufac...
Aluminum
$2,608Sale Price / set|20% Off
Henri Mathieu Twirling Aluminum Modern Wall Lights, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stunning pair of shiny shell shaped aluminum futuristic Space Age wall sconces by French designer Henri Mathieu in the early 1970s. Brushed softly bent silver colored aluminum lamels...
Aluminum, Metal
1970s Ufo Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Staff
By Sölken Leuchten, Cosack Leuchten, Staff Leuchten, Charlotte Perriand, Motoko Ishii
Located in München, DE
Very nice wall or ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Beautiful, reduced design. Very high-quality workmanship. Condition: Very good vintage condition with slight signs of wear and tear d...
Metal
Pair of Italian VECA Smoked and Clear Glass Wall Sconces, 9-Blade Model, 1970s
By VECA
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Elegant and rare pair of Italian wall sconces produced by VECA in the 1970s, distinguished by their striking nine-glass-blade structure — an uncommon and highly desirable configurati...
Metal
Large Sputnik Gemini Flush Lamp by Gebrüder Cosack
By Harvey Guzzini, J.T. Kalmar, Gaetano Sciolari, Cosack Leuchten, Robert and Trix Haussmann
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
Wall lamp made of Murano glass by Albano Poli for Poliarte, Italy, 1970s
By Poliarte, Albano Poli
Located in München, DE
Beautiful large Italian wall lamp from the 1970s. Can also be mounted to the ceiling. Made entirely of Murano glass. Designed by Albano Poli for Poliarte. Made in Italy. The wall lam...
Metal
Porcelain Duck Shade Pair of Sconces by Gamla Stan's Lamp Factory, 1970s, Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Porcelain Duck Head Shade Pair of Sconces by Gamla Stan's Lamp Factory, 1970s, Sweden Lamps are in very good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use This lamp works wit...
Metal
Lamp by Trix und Robert Hausmann for Swiss Lamps International
By Gaetano Sciolari, Robert and Trix Haussmann, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Swiss Lamps International, Kalmar Lighting
Located in München, DE
Very impressive Sputnik wall or ceiling lamp from the 1960s. Exceptional design and very high-quality workmanship. The lamp is a highlight for every room. The smoky gold finish is ra...
Metal
Pair of Mushroom Chrome Glass Wall Lights by Doria Leuchten, Germany 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful pair of mushroom glass wall lights by Doria Leuchten, Germany 1970s. The glass is mounted on a chrome frame. Please notice the price is for a pair. Cleaned and well-wired...
Chrome
$608Sale Price / set|37% Off
1980s Mathieu Matégot Style White Perforated Metal Wall Lights
By Mathieu Matégot, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of two post-modern space age perforated metal wall sconces by Davids Lampe in the style of Mathieu Matégot and Rupert Nikoll. Soft semi-circle shaped white lacquered metal on an...
Metal
1960 Claudio Dini Enzo Francesconi Italian Design Space Age Wall Lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Wall Lamp Designer Claudio Dini prod. Francesconi Enzo Italy, 1960 Brown metal frame Clear Glass Shade Perfect working order Glass in perfect condiction
Metal