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Space Age Lighting

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.

Find a collection of vintage Space Age seating, tables, lighting and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Space Age
Space Age Polished Nickel and Glass Pendant
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Space age polished nickel and glass pendant with stacked glass disks at center. Arrangement of glass disks can be changed.
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1960s American Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Nickel

Space Age Chrome Sputnik Chandelier by Motoko Ishii for Lightolier c 1977
Located in New York, NY
Incredible iconic Space Age chandelier designed by Motoko Ishii, made in Lightolier as part of their sought after Space Crystal collection. The chandelier features 28 arms, each hav...
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1970s American Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Transparent Glass Pair of Sconces by Artemide, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Transparent glass pair of sconces by Artemide, 1970s, Italy. Very nice high quality wall lamps. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. These lamps works with E27 standard...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Vintage italian glass and chrome chandelier, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
1970s Gaetano Sciolari style chandelier with a chrome frame and mushroom shaped smoked glass lamp shades. The lamp emits a soft welcomming light. Good condition Tested and ready t...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Very Rare Orange Ceramic Table Lamp Base from Kaiser Leuchten, Germany 1960s -
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
These ceramic table lamp was designed in the 1960s. We have a total of six table lamp bases from the Kaiser Leuchten Bubble ceramic series from the 19...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Quadrifoglio Floor Lamp designed by Harvey Guzzini, manufactured by Meblo
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an exceptionally rare floor lamp designed by Harvey Guzzini. The model is called Quadrifoglio, due to its 4-arm stand, which holds a beautifully designe...
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1960s Slovenian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel

Op-Art Glass Flush Mount, circa 1970
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...
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1960s French Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel

Vintage 1970s table lamp designed by Bellini for Targetti
Located in None, IT
Chromed metal and black plastic table lamp, flexible and adjustable, design Mario Bellini for Targetti, 1970s. CONDITION: In good, working condition, may show signs of wear given by...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Acrylic and Metal Flush Mount Lamp from RAAK, Holland, 1970s
By RAAK
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Flush mount lamp manufactured by RAAK Holland in the 1970s. Made from white acrylic with a lacquered metal base. The lamp houses a round neon bulb (included) but could be converted ...
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Acrylic

Vintage Verner Panton Inspired Space Age Floor Lamp with Half Dome Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage white enameled metal floor lamp with large half dome shade and acrylic diffuser. The lamp also features a large rounded chrome dimmer knob. Beautiful, simple and classic desi...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Large glass table lamp from Italy, 1960s
Located in Lyon, FR
Large glass table lamp made in Italy in the 1960s, in the style of Sergio Asti's Daruma or Giuliana Gramigna's Electra. Opaline glass and white...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Chrome Metal Ball Lamp by Robert Sonneman. 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Tall table lamp chrome ball black wood lacquered base by Robert Sonneman. Wired for US. famous design like Sciolari, Reggiani, Luci, Lumi.
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1970s American Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

A 60 Lights POP & SPACE-AGE TARAXACUM CEILING FIXTURE by CASTIGLIONI Italy 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An authentic spectacular and iconic "Taraxacum 88" pendant light, Post-Modernist, Memphis, Space-Age, kaleidoscopic structure with triangular facets in chrome metal each presenting 3...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Pair of Cocoon Table Lamps with Grey Metal Base by GOLDKANT, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pair of Cocoon Table Lamps with Grey Metal Base by GOLDKANT, 1960s, Germany Cocoon shades & metal body Minimal and natural design Very high quality. Fully functional. Original cab...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Opaline Glass and Metal Atomic Age Pair of Table Lamps by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Opaline glass and metal pair of atomic age table lamps by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970s, Germany Rare oval opaline glass and copper colored metal tul...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Italian Space Age Pendant Lamp in Mirror Glass, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual possibly bespoke small Italian hanging light in fluted mirror glass and tubular chrome-plated steel. Its design features reminds us of Ingo Mauer and Kazuo Motosawa in partic...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel, Chrome

Two Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by Aldo Nason for Mazzega, Murano ca. 1968
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Space Age four-light "Chain Link" chandelier designed by Aldo Nason, circa 1970 in Murano clear "pulegoso" (bubbles) glass and chrome hardware. Two identical chandeliers are availabl...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Set of 2 1970s Bicolor Space Age Wall Lamps by Sölken
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: ...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

1970s Poliarte Italian Design Glass Big Table Lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Polychrome glass shade Black metal base Excellent condiction Perfect working order Rare model Published on Poliarte catalogue.  
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

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...
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1970s Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Plastic, Acrylic

Oscar Torlasco for Stilkronen Italian Rare Big Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful and very rare Space Age table lamp designed by Oscar Torlasco for Stikronen in the 70s. Made in Italy. The lamp is made of chromed metal with a tulip base and a diffuser d...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

One of the Five Putzler Wall Lights, Sculptural Glass and Chrome, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 5 of Putzler wall lights in sculptural glass on a chrome frame, circa 1970s, Germany. Statement pieces. A clear design, with modern materials and special textures. This mode...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Large Golden Space Age Glass Pendant Lamp by Peill and Putzler
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful Space Age pendant lamp from the 1960s. The lamp is very noble and a very special design object. A spectacular play of light is created. Manufacturer: Peill and Putzle...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Opaline Sputnik Chandelier
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Sputnik chandelier from the 1960s. The 9 opal glass lampshades spread a pleasant light. The lamp has a very high quality finish. Very contemporary design with a fantasti...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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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.
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Aluminum

Set of 2 Cubist 1970s Modernist Metal Wall or Table Lamps
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and impressive cubist wall or table lamps from the 1970s. Exceptional design and a real highlight for every room. The lighting effect of the lamps is extremely beautif...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Mushroom Table Lamp, Peill and Putzler
Located in Neuss, NW
Rare mushroom table lamp by Peill und Putzler from the 1970s. High-quality construction made of orange glass with colorful inclusions. Made in Germany. Quality Features: very good w...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Glass

Italian Reggiani 1970s Chrome Sculptural Wall Sconces
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of Italian vintage sconces by Goffredo Reggiani from the 1970s, featuring sculptural chrome tubes arranged in a bold geometric desi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

"Onda" Claudio Salocchi Lumenform Italian Design 1960s Wall Lamp Flush Mount
Located in Brescia, IT
"Onda" wall lamp Claudio Salocchi 1969, Lumenform Modular lamp Murano opaline glass Lacquered metal base.
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Mod 5-Light Chrome and Glass Ball Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Chic and decorative mod midcentury chandelier having 5 art glass ball globe shades, each having an opaline white to clear fade surface, with a bright chrome body and dramatic curved ...
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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Blue Pop Art Wall Hanging with Light by Capelli, 1974, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Blue Pop Art Wall Hanging with Light by Capelli, 1974, Italy Very heavy wall art, wall decoration. The woman drawing made of enamel. These lamps...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Enamel

Red Metal and Chrome Table Lamp by Ateljé Lyktan, 1970s, Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Red metal and chrome table lamp by Ateljé Lyktan, 1970s, Sweden Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulb. Wired and suitable to use wi...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Space Age Plastic Pendant, Italy, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Space Age pendant made in 1960s in Italy. Red plastic shade with some scratches visible on pictures. Rewired: 1x40W, E25-E27 bulb US wiring compatible
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Elegant 1960s Brass Ceiling Lamp with 9 Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This piece is a golden 9-arm orbital Lamp with white opaline glass beads from the 1960s. It has an E14 socket. Very elegant and decorative.
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Space Age Sconce Pair in the style of Max Sauze C. 1960s-1970s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A striking embodiment of Space Age design, this pair of sculptural chrome sconces from the 1970s captures the era’s fascination with futurism, geometric abstraction, and industrial m...
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Mid-20th Century French Space Age Lighting

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Aluminum

Great Mid Century Modern metal bedside lamp with brass base by Kaiser Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Great Mid Century Modern metal brass table lamp. Manufacturer: Kaiser Leuchten. Made in Germany. Beige on the outside and white on the inside. Very rare with a square shade. Continuo...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Pendant Chandelier 1970s Space Age Atom Lamp Chrome, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
1970s Vintage Pendant Chandelier - Space Age UFO Atom Lamp in Chrome Introducing a captivating vintage pendant chandelier that perfectly encapsulates the ae...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Glass

Artemide E-light red Y2K style design
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Desk lamp with color half transparent body. It was released in late 90s by Artemide. It's obvious that it was influenced from first generation iMac released in 1997. Color is red. I...
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1990s Italian Space Age Lighting

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Plastic

Table Mushroom Lamp, Copper-Coloured by DORIA, 1970s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Doria Aluminium Table Lamp - 1970s The Doria Mushroom table lamp from the 1970s is a true classic of retro design. This table lamp impresses with its anodised copper-coloured surfac...
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1970s European Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Aluminum

Murano Glass and Chromed Metal Table Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
Located in Madrid, ES
Organic shaped Murano glass table lamp designed by Carlo Nason. This desk lamp is from the Osso series for Mazzega, circa 1970. Made of chromed metal and Murano glass.
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Barbier Style French Space Age Brass Table Lamp (Without Lampshade)
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We invite you to carefully read the entire description, as we strive to provide detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. This exquisite ...
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Mid-20th Century French Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Set of 2 Golden 1970s XXL Ufo Wall or Ceiling Lamps
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and large wall or ceiling lamps from the 1970s. Nice reduced design. Manufacturer: Honzel Condition: Very good vintage condition with slight signs of wear consisten...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Ennio Chiggio "CIOT" floor lampm for Lumenform, Italy, 1970s
Located in Padova, IT
Rare space age "CIOT" floor lamp designed by Italian designer Ennio Chiggio (1938-2020) for Lumenform. White resin and metal chrome base, white lucite methacrylic shade. Ennio Chi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel

Large 1970s German Peill & Putzler Opal Striped Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Located in London, England
Large 1970s German Peill & Putzler plafoniere, space-age, opal glass with a lighter striped pattern flush mount ceiling light. The opal striped-glass circular shade is fixed ont...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Vintage Pendant Chandelier 1970s Space Age Ufo Atom Lamp White Chrome
Located in Berlin, DE
1970s Vintage Pendant Chandelier - White Chrome Space Age UFO Atom Lamp Introducing a captivating vintage pendant chandelier that perfectly encapsulates the...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Glass

Sciolari Cyclone Lamp
Located in Munich, DE
Amazing Sciolari chandelier.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Aluminum

Sciolari Cyclone Lamp
Sciolari Cyclone Lamp
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Space Age Chromed Smoked Glass Vintage Sconce, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage glass sconce with chromed metal frame and smoked glasses. Designed and made in 1970s. Two E 14 sockets Good vintage condition approx. measures: Length: 34 cm Width:...
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1970s Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Space Age Chandelier Sputnik by Elektroinstala Decin, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Good original condition Measures: 5 x 60 W, E27 Two pieces available.
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1970s Czech Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel

Peill & Putzler Pendant Light, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Timeless clear glass pendant lights 'Futura' by Peill & Putzler, Germany 1970, wave pattern on the underside of a 10" globe, chrome hardware, current drop 30", height can be customiz...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

1960s Space Age brass ceiling lamp with 8 glass balls by Kaiser Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Beautiful brass ceiling light from 1960 with 8 white opal glass balls. Manufacturer is Kaiser Leuchten. Made in Germany. Great sixties Space Age Atomic design. Very good vintage cond...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

1 of the 3 Large Ceramic Wall Lights, Germany, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
An exceptional set of  Orange/Braun Ceramic wall lights. Manufactured in Germany in the 1970s. The set shows a playful variety of colors. The glaze of the set has a dark orange, gre...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Ceramic

Pair of Mushroom Lamps Brass and Murano Glass by F. Fabbian, Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age Pair of mushroom table or bedside lamps in brass and Murano glass by F. Fabbian. Famous design like Mazzega, Venini, Vistosi, La Murrina, Poliarte, Stiln...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp Designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Murano Glass
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Space Age one-light table lamp designed by Carlo Nason for mazzega, circa 1965 in Murano opalescent glass.  
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Murano Glass

Adjustable space age nickel wall or table lamp around 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
Adjustable space age nickel wall or table lamp around 1970s Original condition
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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Nickel

Opaline Sputnik Flush Lamp
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Sputnik ceiling lamp from the 1960s. The opal glass lampshades spread a pleasant light. The lamp has a very high quality finish. Very contemporary design with a fantastic l...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Reggiani Style Pair Of Italian Wall Sconces Space Age In Nickel-Plated Metal
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Pair of Italian nickel-plated metal wall sconces in the style of Goffredo Reggiani. Produced in Italy between 1970 and 1975 in a workshop on the outskirts of Milan. Each sconce featu...
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Nickel

Pair of beautiful Mid Century Modern metal lamps from Kaiser Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Pair of exceptional Mid Century Modern metal bedside lamps with metal feet. Manufacturer is Kaiser Leuchten. Made in Germany. Great Mid Century Space Age design. Very rare with this...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

1960s Space Age Italian Design Table Lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Steel table lamp Excellent condition Perfect working order.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel

Pair of 1960s German Kaiser Leuchten Opaline Globe Wall Lights or Sconces
Located in London, England
Pair of 1960s German Kaiser Leuchten space age wall lights or sconces. Each wall light features a pair of sputnik opaline glass globe shades on either side of an off-white lacquer...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Italian Space Age Turn Able Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Space Age bowl table lamp with opaline white glass and metal turning part with solid wooden base. Italian turn able table lamp, metal parts, lacquered wood base and opaline glass, g...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Space Age lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, mirrors and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age lighting 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 lighting, popular names associated with this style include Mazzega Murano, Peill & Putzler, Kaiser Leuchten, and Staff Leuchten. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $111 and tops out at $39,124 while the average work can sell for $1,474.

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