Space Age Chairs
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
Number in Set: Set of 2
Two 1970s tubular steel upholstered chairs by Hanno von Gustedt for Thonet
Located in München, DE
Two original 1970s tubular steel upholstered chairs by Hanno von Gustedt for Thonet model S30.
Great high quality Space Age design. Made in Germany.
Winner of the IF Design Award in ...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Set of 2 Chairs Mod.4854 Gae Aulenti, Kartell
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Chairs Kartell by Gae Aulenti Mod.4854
Chairs Mod.4854 Gae Aulenti, Kartell
The Mod.4854 chair is an iconic creation by famous Italian designer Gae Aulenti for Kartell, a renowned It...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Garden Egg Chairs by Peter Ghyczy for Reuters
By Reuter Products, Peter Ghyczy
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
We have two of these original vintage Garden Egg chairs in white with blue cushions, designed for use indoors and outdoors by Peter Ghyczy for Reuters in the former East Germany, pri...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Set di sedia e pouf Locus Solus, Gae Aulenti Poltronova
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Il “Locus Solus” è stato concepito negli anni 60 e rappresenta un’icona del design moderno italiano. Caratterizzata da linee pulite e geometriche, la poltrona è stata realizzata con ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
Space Age Vintage Chairs Chromed Steel Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, Italy, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age pair of vintage chairs from chromed tube steel model Sabrina for Rima, Italy, 1970s.
Slightly curved chromed tube steel floats from the seat and back into the base.
The d...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
1 of 2 Vintage Atomic Age Blue Faux Leather Swivel Armchairs by Müster, Germany
By Muster
Located in Zagreb, HR
Two unique German space age or atomic age swivel armchairs, in blue faux leather seat and white metal base. Produced by Müster.
Well preserved, with some expected signs of age, most...
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1980s German Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Pair of Caprice Dining / Side Chairs by Philippe Starck for Cassina
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of modernist chairs with a retro / space age feel. This model is called the Caprice chair, they were designed by Philippe Starck in 2007 and made in Italy by Cassina....
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Early 2000s Italian Space Age Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Poltrone Galaxy Space Age di Alf Svensson e Yngve Sandsteöm per Dux, 1970 ca.
Located in MIlano, IT
Coppia di poltrone modello Galaxy, in stile e del periodo Space Age, con scocca in resina, base in metallo, imbottitura trapuntata su schienale e seduta e rivestimento in pelle nera.
Progetto di Alf Svensson e Yngve Sandsteöm per Dux, 1970 ca.
Buone condizioni, in patina e con i segni del tempo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Poltrone Galaxy Space Age di Alf Svensson e Yngve Sandsteöm per Dux, 1970 ca.
Located in MIlano, IT
Coppia di poltrone modello Galaxy, in stile e del periodo Space Age, con scocca in resina, base in metallo, imbottitura trapuntata su schienale e seduta e rivestimento in pelle nera.
Progetto di Alf Svensson e Yngve Sandsteöm per Dux, 1970 ca.
Buone condizioni, in patina e con i segni del tempo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
La Chair Sculptural Contemporary 'Silver'
By Rankin Rugs
Located in Berkshire, England
LA CHAIR by RANKIN RUGS
LA CHAIR is the first in a new series of collectible design pieces from the Rankin Rugs studio. Each chair is handcrafted-to-order in the UK by local craftsm...
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2010s British Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Black'
By Rankin Rugs
Located in Berkshire, England
LA CHAIR by RANKIN RUGS
LA CHAIR is the first in a new series of collectible design pieces from the Rankin Rugs studio. Each chair is handcrafted-to-order in the UK by local craftsm...
Category
2010s British Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
Joe Colombo Chairs Sedia Universale 4867 by Kartell Vintage Made in Italy
By Joe Colombo, Kartell
Located in Vancouver, BC
A Colombo classic! It's safe to say these are making a comeback in modern interiors today and its sensibility can match well with a wide range of materialities. The design is also it...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Pair of turned wood and caning chairs, 1910s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Pair of turned wood and caning chairs. Portugal, 1910s.
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1910s Portuguese Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Wood
1979 Niels Gammelgaard Ted Net White Metal Grid Folding Chairs for IKEA
Located in San Gabriel, CA
1979 white metal folding grid chairs designed by Niels Gammelgaard. Excellent condition, very nice color to go with anything. Minor scuffs from age and use. Four are available and so...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vintage Yellow Omkstak Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of vintage 1970s Omkstak chairs in yellow by Rodney Kingsman for Bieffeplast. Wire frame and perforated
metal seat and back. Can be used inside or ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vintage Red Omkstak Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of vintage 1970s Omkstak chairs in red by Rodney Kingsman for Bieffeplast. Wire frame and perforated
metal seat and back, powder coated. As the na...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
Boris Tabacoff Scimitar Chairs in bouclé, Mobilier Modulaire Moderne 'MMM'
Located in amstelveen, NL
Boris Tabacoff Scimitar chairs for 'Mobilier Modulaire Moderne' (MMM), France, 1960s.
Boris Tabacoff is well known for his futuristic-looking pieces during the 1960s. These 'Scimita...
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1960s European Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set 2 Chairs Michel Dumas
By Michel Dumas
Located in Perpignan, FR
Rare set de 2 chaises sculpture de Michel Dumas - années 70
Plexiglass
En bon état général / pas de manque ni fêle . tres robuste
85 x 45 x 45 cm / hauteur assise : 48 cm.
Category
1970s French Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Altuglas, Plexiglass
La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Olive Green'
By Rankin Rugs
Located in Berkshire, England
LA CHAIR by RANKIN RUGS
LA CHAIR is the first in a new series of collectible design pieces from the Rankin Rugs studio. Each chair is handcrafted-to-order in the UK by local craftsm...
Category
2010s British Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair Restored Black Leather Yrjo Kukkapuro Swivelling Chairs for Haimi Finland
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of swivelling chairs model ‘415A’ Finland 1960s
These organic shaped dining chairs were designed by the Finnish artist Yrjö Kukkapuro
Molded fiberglass and casted aluminium...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Joe Colombo Universale Plastic Chair for Kartell White Italy Vintage Space Age
By Joe Colombo, Kartell
Located in Alsdorf, NW
Nice set of two chairs by Joe Columbo. Manufactured by Kartell.
The Universale chair is one of the first molded plastic chairs created.
The ch...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Set of Four Dining Chairs / Occasional Chairs by G.S in White Bouclé By Dedar
Located in Milano, IT
Set of four rare dining chairs, made in Italy in the 1960s and designed by Giotto Stoppino just been redone in a beautiful white bouclé fabric by Dedar Milano. Crafted in chromed me...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel, Chrome
French 1970s Design Style Handcrafted Rattan and Wicker Cane Chair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Sculptural and gorgeous rattan and wicker French 1970s design style high back chair with a beige linen fabric round cushion seat 18.89 inches diameter and 30.30inches armrest height. A great vintage style centerpiece!
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Space Age Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
French 1970s Design Style Handcrafted Rattan Wicker Peacock Emmanuelle Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Sculptural and gorgeous Emmanuelle style rattan and wicker French 1970s design chair with a beige linen fabric round cushion seat 21.65 inches diameter and 26.77inches armrest height. A great vintage style centerpiece!.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Space Age Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Fabric
Pair of vintage Italian made dining chairs in chromed metal and black leather
Located in Milano, IT
Offered from Spinzi Milano is an attractive and well preserved set of two occasional / dining chairs from the Space Age era. Made around the mid 1970s, they perfectly represent the s...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
Pair of 70's white Spaghetti chairs by Giandomenico Belotti for Alias, Italy
Located in München, DE
Pair of 70's original Spagetti chairs in white by Giandomenico Belotti. Manufacturer is Alias. Made in Italy. Rare in white lacquered frame and white seats + backrests. Beautiful minimalist Italian design of the Pop Art era. In good condition with slight signs of wear and patina.
The paint is scratched in some places on the back of the backrests. That's why you can see a little rust film. The paint has been touched up in a few places on the feet. You can see it well in the photos.
Both chairs are in the same good condition.
All plastic...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Olive/Green'
By Rankin Rugs
Located in Berkshire, England
LA CHAIR by RANKIN RUGS
LA CHAIR is the first in a new series of collectible design pieces from the Rankin Rugs studio. Each chair is handcrafted-to-order in the UK by local craftsm...
Category
2010s British Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970s Meritalia Sculptural Space Age Air Loungers Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Extremely rare Fabio Novembre for Meritalia sculptural chairs. The beautiful set in dark and light gray ultra suede is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! The fabulous chairs of the Air Lounge System...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Ultrasuede
Rare Sculptural Chairs in Mohair, Italy, 1970s / 80s
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of curved scultptural lounge chairs, Italian, 1970s/80s. Newly upholstered in a premium ivory 100% mohair fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mohair
Black Lacquer Wooden and Velvet Shell Chair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
MCM style chair in a comfy shell shaped velvet, black lacquered wooden frame with gold feet. Around the dining table, it will be perfect near your desk...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Space Age Chairs
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Italian Space Age Pair of Red Plastic Chairs by Carlo Bartoli for Kartell, 1970s
By Kartell, Carlo Bartoli
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Space Age pair of red plastic chairs by Carlo Bartoli for Kartell, 1970s
Pair of chairs with rounded shapes, in red plastic with removable l...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Horn Collection Side Chair
Located in Nagoya-Shi, 23
This indoor/outdoor chair was introduced in the 1970s by the West German furniture manufacturer Horn. The chair is made of a resin-based material called polyurethane Duromar, a material developed by the company, and is very lightweight.
The one-piece structure of this interesting chair...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Italian Space Age Chair in Curved Chromed Steel, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age chair in curved chromed steel, 1970s
Chair in curved chromed steel. The seat and back are made of fine tubular chromed steel that fo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of 1970's Italian Swivel Tall Chairs with Zebra Print Fabric
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking tall back pair of chairs, with original zebra fabric print the chairs swivel and are in very clean condition.
Category
20th Century Italian Space Age Chairs
Materials
Metal
Space Age Vintage Black Plastic Three Dining Chair Joe Colombo 1967 Italy
By Kartell, Joe Colombo
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage three plastic dining chairs or chairs by Joe Colombo 1965 - 67 and executed for Kartell 1970s Italy.
Stamped underneath, Kartell Binasco ( Milano ) 860 & 861 made in Italy Des. Prof Joe Colombo 1970
The chairs are in good condition with signs of age and use like scratches at the glossy surface.
The iconic dining chairs...
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Chair F780 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, New Upholstery, 1966
Located in Rijssen, NL
Paulin and Artifort developed these sensuous ‘Concorde’ lounge chairs back in 1960. Both chairs have a beautiful new rich high-end Boucle fabric ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Space Age Set of Two Dinning or Easy Chairs Made in Spain, 1970s
Located in Haderslev, DK
Cool and elegant set of two Space Age chairs made in Spain by Felpam SL start, 1970s.
Red velvet upholstery light worn and with stains to the fabric.
Off white shell made of ...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arflex 'Solar' Lounge Chairs in Fiberglass by Carlo Bartali
By Carlo Bartoli, Arflex
Located in Antwerp, BE
Carlo Bartali, model 'Solar', Arflex, Italy, 1965, four armchairs available
Fiberglass and polyester resin with lacquer finish
These elegant lounge chairs by Carlo Bartoli were made...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Polyester
2008 Him & Her Glossy White Glossy Chair by by Fabio Novembre for Casamania
Located in London, GB
"Him & Her" white gloss finish polyethylene moulded freestanding chairs designed by Fabio Novembre for Casamania in 2008. This pair are an early addition. The manufacturer's stamp ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Italian Space Age Green Plastic Chairs 4875 by Carlo Bartoli for Kartell, 1970s
By Kartell, Carlo Bartoli
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Space Age green plastic chairs mod. 4875 by Carlo Bartoli for Kartell, 1970s
Pair of chairs mod. 4875 with rounded seat and back, in brigh...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Mid-Century Modern Space Age White Fiberglass Plush Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern space Age white fiberglass plush XL lounge chairs, Italy 1970s.
Stunning pair of 2 huge Space Age lounge chairs in snow white...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Space Age Vintage Brown Plastic Armchairs "Gaudi" by Vico Magistretti, 1968
Located in Brescia , Brescia
The exquisite Gaudi Space Age armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, with a captivating vintage patina in brown chocolate plastic. Designed with a sleek and futuristic aesthetic...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Joe Colombo Universale Plastic Chair for Kartell White Italy Vintage Space Age
By Joe Colombo, Kartell
Located in Alsdorf, NW
Nice set of eight Italian chairs by Joe Colombo.
The black plastic model 4867 universale chair are a true Italian icon.
Manufactured and stamp...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Space Age chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Space Age chairs 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 chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with plastic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age chairs 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 chairs, popular names associated with this style include Kartell, Verner Panton, Joe Colombo, and Herman Miller. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $384 and tops out at $42,008 while the average work can sell for $2,760.
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