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.
Additional System armchairs and ottomans by Joe Colombo for Sormani, c1968
By Joe Colombo, Sormani
Located in London, GB
Fabulous and original Joe Colombo for Sormani 'Additional System' set of four pieces. Two chairs and two ottomans.. Each element stamped Sormani + Original 1970s Sormani edition...
Metal
$23,000
Verner Panton, Pantonova
Located in Allerum, SE
Verner Panton "Pantonova" Chaise with ottoman for Fritz Hansen. 1970s, Denmark. Chaise Height: 30.8" in (78 cm) Width: 22.4" in (57 cm) Depth: 44.9" in (114 cm) Ottoman Height: ...
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Luigi Colani Anthropomorphic Chaise Longue 1967 by Essmann Edition Germany Chair
By Essmann, Luigi Colani
Located in Munster, NRW
Designed by Luigi Colani in 1967 for Essmann, Germany. An extremely rare piece of design history, can be used indoors or outdoors, preferably by the pool... Red dyed fibreglass rein...
Fiberglass
System 1-2-3 chaise longue designed by Verner Panton, manufacturer Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton
Located in Athens, Attiki
System 1-2-3 chaise longue designed by Verner Panton, manufacturer Fritz Hansen 1973-1974. This Serial production model seat in S-shape, was designed in cantilever form and consists ...
Metal
Oversized Milo Baughman Round Circular Chaise "Satellite" Lounge Chair
Located in Buffalo, NY
We have for your consideration a vintage Satellite chaise lounge chair on castors.. attributed to Milo baughman This is a very large chair ma...
Fabric, Wood
Serpentina Daybed Lounger By Burkhard Vogtherr For Rosenthal in BlueFiberglass
By Burkhard Vogtherr, Rosenthal
Located in Halle, DE
Rocking Lounger Model “Serpentina”, designed in 1976 by Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal Einrichtungen. Version in fiberglass plastic. No fabric-cover available. Significant signs of ...
Fiberglass
$2,499Sale Price|20% Off
Organic Lounge Chair by Qui Est Paul
Located in Mortsel, BE
Perfect for outdoors
Plastic
$8,291Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair of "Moby Dick" chaise longue by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiri, Italy, 1970s
Located in Padova, IT
Rare pair of "Moby Dick" chaise longue by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti. Sculptural chair made out of reinforced fiberglass, allow both indoor and outdoor use. Literature: Domus, no....
Fiberglass
Vintage Lane Pencil Reed and Cane Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional sofa from Lane Furniture’s Altavista collection is a masterclass in Tropical Modernism and Hollywood Regency flair. Its substantial, architectural block-style frame ...
Rattan, Reed
1970's Spage Age Fiberglass Chaise Longue Sculptural Outdoor Garden Object
By Luigi Colani
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This fiberglass chaise longue is of unknown maker or designer and most likely a one of a kind Manufactured in the 1970's This piece has been professionally restored and reinforced with respect to its age and original looks preserving a nice patina It can be used as a chaise longue when it is fixated on both ends The design is beautiful but it has to be used with respect as there is a small flaw in the original construction of the piece A timeless and elegantly sculptural shaped 1970's form that can also be used outdoor...
Fiberglass
Space Age Vintage Organic Anthropomorph Blue Chaise Longue Verner Panton 1962/63
By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage organic anthropomorph chaise longue or daybed by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen 1962/63 Denmark Polstermöbelreihe Kleinserie. A wonderful iconic chaise longue in bold blue color with upholstery designed by Verner Panton 1962 / 63 Denmark for Fritz Hansen 1975. Paper label with company´s name With rounded beech wood feet and a gorgeous shape covered with a bright blue woolen fabric this piece is the perfect seating to create your place where you live. Plus it is freestanding. An eclectic mix of the styles and designers Antique or Contemporary, Minimalist or Rustic, it all comes together under your direction. Verner Panton ( 1926 - 1998 ) Danish archtiect and designer designed fabulous furniture...
Fabric
Olivier Mourgue “Djinn” Chaise Lounge in Toscana Fur
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s in excellent, restored condition. This piece features a removable, button-clasp pillow. The fur is 100% authentic and was made by paneling over 25 Toscana sheep hides. This ...
Fur
Strips Long Lounger by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s
By Arflex, Cini Boeri
Located in amstelveen, NL
Very rare strips lounger by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s, It is reupholstered in a sand color recycled fabric. The upholstery can be zipped off so you can snuggle under a blanket. On...
Fabric
Verner Panton S Chairs
Located in London, GB
Set of 6 Verner Panton chairs in white lacquered molded ABS. Publisher's imprint under the seat. Herman Miller edition for Fehlbaum 1971 (except one from 1973). Bibliography: Peter...
Plastic
$3,875
H 29 in W 61 in D 58.5 in
Mid Century Oversized Round "Satellite" Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Welcome to Mid-Century NoHo [Mid Century Oversized Round "Satellite" Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman] This mid-century oversized round "Satellite" Lounge Chair, designed by the renow...
Fabric
$904 / set
H 35.83 in W 27.17 in D 28.35 in
Set of two Fröscher office chairs by Burkhard Vogtherr, 1970
By Burkhard Vogtherr, Fröscher Sitform
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This set of two Fröscher office chairs was designed by Burkhard Vogtherr in the 1970s and manufactured in the early 1980s. Featuring warm cognac-colored leather and black fiberglass ...
Leather
Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
Located in Sheffield, MA
Graceful and inviting, the recamier chaise with arched back and rolled arm. The fainting couch is upholstered but it does show some ware. Although made in the Victorian period, it ...
Upholstery
Penelope Green Chaise Longue
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
The curved Silhouette of this superbly elegant chaise longue provides a chic and comfortable seat that will highlight the decor of any bedroom or...
Metal, Other
$3,800
H 34.5 in W 67.5 in D 33.5 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer-Coggin 1980's One Arm Chaise Lounge - Down Cushions
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in St. Louis, MO
1980s Post Modern design by Milo Baughman for Thayer-Coggin , one arm chaise fully upholstered in original plum linen, with comfy down cushions on four minimal rectangular wood feet....
Upholstery, Down
Modern Oversized Chaise Lounge
Located in New York, NY
Modern Oversized Chaise Lounge / Daybed. Upholstered in an off-white fabric.
Fabric
Victorian Walnut Chaise Longue
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian Walnut Chaise Longue – Button-Back Upholstery Item Code: S27-1109 This elegant Victorian walnut chaise longue features a beautifully shaped silhouette with a sweeping backr...
Walnut
Sculptural Chaise Lounge in Compact Size
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Directional, Milo Baughman, Preview
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1970s Sculptural chaise lounge in a compact size, was reupholstered at some point and no labels remain. Open, light, and the scale is suc...
Brocade
Large Milo Baughman Style 'Satellite' Chaise Lounge
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Large Milo Baughman Style 'Satellite' Chaise Lounge
Upholstery
Adjustable Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long leather chaise lounge with adjustable headrest. Black leather on metal frame gives a comfortable lounging chair. Headrest: 24-30.75" in height Please confirm location.
Leather
1970s Cassina Soriana Chaise Lounge Chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Soriana chaise lounge chair designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina in 1969. This iconic chaise has been beautifully upholstered in...
Steel
Sold
H 27.56 in W 25.2 in D 28.75 in
Sculptural Space Age Vintage Blue Lounge Chair Etcetera Jan Ekselius, 1970s
By Jan Ekselius
Located in Vienna, AT
Sculptural Space Age vintage lounge chair Etcetera by Jan Ekselius from blue stretch fabric 1970s Sweden. An amazing curved sculptural and freestanding lounge chair model Etcetera b...
Fabric
Sold
H 45.28 in W 30.32 in D 29.53 in
Italian Space Age armchair Marsala by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Space Age armchair Marsala by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1960s Chaise longue or low armchair mod. Marsala from the Space Age period, wi...
Fabric, Plastic
Bobo Relax Lounge Chair by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s
By Arflex, Cini Boeri
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare chaise longue lounge chair armchair by the italian designer Cini Boeri for the editor Arflex. New upholstery in bouclé fabric. Famous design like Gio Ponti, Gianfranco Frattini,...
Fabric, Bouclé, Foam
Sold
H 42.5 in W 55.5 in D 63 in
Limited Edition 'Elephant Chair' by Bernard Rancillac, 1985, Signed & Numbered
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare limited edition 'Elephant Chair' is signed and numbered 37 out of 100, and was designed by famed French artist and sculptor Bernard Rancillac and manufactured in France in ...
Steel
Sold
H 32.29 in W 27.56 in D 72.84 in
Bobo Relax Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s
By Cini Boeri, Arflex
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare chaise longue lounge chair armchair with his pouf ottoman footstool by the italian designer Cini Boeri for the editor Arflex. New upholstery in bouclé fabric. Famous design like...
Fabric, Bouclé, Foam
Etcetera Chaise Lounge and Ottoman by Jan Ekselius, Sweden
By Jan Ekselius
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This vintage example was likely recovered in a high quality patterned fabric in the 1980s. The chair and footstool show very clean upholstery and have soft and resilient padding. Bot...
Upholstery
Sold
H 29.14 in W 27.56 in D 28.35 in
White Flax, Fabric and Rattan 1960s Cushioned Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This set, ideal for holiday homes, winter gardens, arcades and dehors, is composed of an armchair and a pouf made with a light and resistant structure of rattan in which large shaped...
Fabric, Linen, Rattan, Foam, Down
Sold
H 24.41 in W 35.44 in D 36.62 in
Early Edition Pair of Tongue Chairs F577 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1967
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Nice pair of Pop Art "Tongue" Model F577 Lounge chairs by French designer Pierre Paulin for Artifort The Netherlands These chairs are fully restored early production Tongue chairs...
Metal
Cleopatra Chaise Longue by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort
By Artifort, Geoffrey D. Harcourt
Located in Hilversum, NL
Countless designers have been inspired by the idea behind the chaise longue. Here is the interpretation of Geoffrey Harcourt from the seventies: the Cleopatra Chaise Longue...
Wool
1960s Pop Art Purple Fibreglass Sun Loungers
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Original 1960s sun loungers made from fibreglass. In good vintage condition, some marks throughout and loss of paint in areas as shown in the photographs. They have been overpainted ...
Fiberglass
Cleopatra Chaise Longue by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort
By Geoffrey D. Harcourt, Artifort
Located in Hilversum, NL
Countless designers have been inspired by the idea behind the chaise longue. Here is the interpretation of Geoffrey Harcourt from the seventies: the Cleopatra Chaise Longue...
Wool