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Space Age Seating

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.

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Style: Space Age
Midcentury Italian Inspired Serpentine Occasional Chair
Midcentury Italian Inspired Serpentine Occasional Chair

Midcentury Italian Inspired Serpentine Occasional Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Inspired by a 1950s Italian design. The curving serpentine Silhouette is a bold graphic statement. It may be used as a chair or in tandem with additional pieces to create a modular s...

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1980s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Wool, Bouclé

Scandinavian Space Age Style Leather and Chrome Armchairs by M-TOP, 1970s
Scandinavian Space Age Style Leather and Chrome Armchairs by M-TOP, 1970s

Scandinavian Space Age Style Leather and Chrome Armchairs by M-TOP, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- Finland, around 1970 - manufacturer: M-TOP, marked by label - good original condition with patina - very stylish design. jt.

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1970s Finnish Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Vintage Green Modular Freestanding Sofa Wittmann Rhombos 1970s Austria
Space Age Vintage Green Modular Freestanding Sofa Wittmann Rhombos 1970s Austria

Space Age Vintage Green Modular Freestanding Sofa Wittmann Rhombos 1970s Austria

By Wittmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage freestanding modular sectional sofa elements model Rhombos from stitched corduroy in pastel green color by Wittmann 1970s Austria. A joyful and livable freestanding...

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Late 20th Century Austrian Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 blue 4794 armchairs, Gae Aulenti, Kartell space age plastic 1970s
Set of 2 blue 4794 armchairs, Gae Aulenti, Kartell space age plastic 1970s

Set of 2 blue 4794 armchairs, Gae Aulenti, Kartell space age plastic 1970s

By Kartell, Gae Aulenti

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Designed by Gae Aulenti for Kartell, the model 4794 armchairs represent one of his most famous forays into industrial design. Made entirely of lacquered foam plastic, these seats are...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Plastic

Puffer XL Chair Sculptural Contemporary 'Olive'
Puffer XL Chair Sculptural Contemporary 'Olive'

Puffer XL Chair Sculptural Contemporary 'Olive'

By Rankin Rugs

Located in Berkshire, England

Handcrafted-to-order in the UK by local craftsmen. Signed and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. The Puffer XL chair is available in a range of materials and customisable ...

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2010s British Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

Space Age Dining Room Set by Maurice Burke, White Plastic, UK, 1960s
Space Age Dining Room Set by Maurice Burke, White Plastic, UK, 1960s

Space Age Dining Room Set by Maurice Burke, White Plastic, UK, 1960s

By Maurice Burke

Located in Vienna, AT

Space age vintage white plastic dining room set designed by Maurice Burke 1960s United Kingdom and produced by Arkana Great Britain. The dining room set consists of 1 white enameled ...

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1960s British Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Plastic, Fiberglass

Funky Red Chairs from the 70s or 80s
Funky Red Chairs from the 70s or 80s

Funky Red Chairs from the 70s or 80s

Located in Beerse, VAN

Pair of funky chairs. Unfortunately the designer or manufacturer are unknown. The seats are covered with a cherry red upholstery that is still in very goo...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Xavier Feal  rare swivel chair with footrest in curved steel
Xavier Feal  rare swivel chair with footrest in curved steel

Xavier Feal rare swivel chair with footrest in curved steel

By Xavier-Feal

Located in Milano, IT

COD-2688A Xavier Feal Rare swivel chair with footrest in curved steel and leather upholstery. Inox Industrie, France, ca. 1970. Xavier Feal, born Jean Claude Neyton, was a French ...

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Mid-20th Century French Space Age Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 American 70's Brushed Aluminum and Eggshell Chairs
Set of 4 American 70's Brushed Aluminum and Eggshell Chairs

Set of 4 American 70's Brushed Aluminum and Eggshell Chairs

By Burke, Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 American 70's brushed aluminum and eggshell chairs by Burke, Inc. of Texas. Stamped BURKE, INC. DALLAS, TEXAS. Great for a small dining room or a ...

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1970s American Vintage Space Age Seating

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Aluminum

Modular Space Age Vintage Blue Velvet Lounge Chair Rhombos Wittmann 1970 Austria
Modular Space Age Vintage Blue Velvet Lounge Chair Rhombos Wittmann 1970 Austria

Modular Space Age Vintage Blue Velvet Lounge Chair Rhombos Wittmann 1970 Austria

By Wittmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage modular element or sofa or lounge chair model Rhombos from stitched velvet fabric in blue color by Wittmann 1970s Austria. A wonderful modular sofa element or loung...

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Late 20th Century Space Age Seating

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Boho Trellis Rattan Lounge Chairs - Set of 2
Vintage Boho Trellis Rattan Lounge Chairs - Set of 2

Vintage Boho Trellis Rattan Lounge Chairs - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embrace relaxed, bohemian elegance with this exceptional pair of vintage rattan lounge chairs. Dating back to the mid-20th century, these chairs are a masterclass in natural craftsma...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Space Age Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Olive Green'
La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Olive Green'

La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Olive Green'

By Rankin Rugs

Located in Berkshire, England

Handcrafted-to-order in the UK by local craftsmen. Signed and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. A functional design piece, La Chair bridges the gap between fine art, desi...

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2010s British Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

Trio stool by Olaf Von Bohr for Gedy, Italy 1970s
Trio stool by Olaf Von Bohr for Gedy, Italy 1970s

Trio stool by Olaf Von Bohr for Gedy, Italy 1970s

By Olaf von Bohr

Located in Den Haag, NL

An Italian space age classic by Olaf Von Bohr for Gedy. This 'Trio' stool was made in the 70s and still is in great condition.

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Plastic

Lounge Chair by Marzio Cecchi in Lucite and Leather
Lounge Chair by Marzio Cecchi in Lucite and Leather

Lounge Chair by Marzio Cecchi in Lucite and Leather

By Marzio Cecchi

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Very rare Mid-Century Modern space age lounge chairs in clear lucite and leather by the Italian designer Marzio Cecchi.  Born near Florence on March 1st 1940, Marzio Cecchi comes fro...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Leather, Lucite

Pair of Upholstered Space Age Swivel Chairs, Germany 1970s
Pair of Upholstered Space Age Swivel Chairs, Germany 1970s

Pair of Upholstered Space Age Swivel Chairs, Germany 1970s

Located in Utrecht, NL

The design philosophy of the 1970s in Germany was often focused on functionality and ergonomics, but with a playful twist. There was a tendency to mix and match styles and materials,...

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1970s German Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Fabric, Acrylic

Jet Lag Chair Sculptural Modular Chaise Longue Contemporary 'Silver'
Jet Lag Chair Sculptural Modular Chaise Longue Contemporary 'Silver'

Jet Lag Chair Sculptural Modular Chaise Longue Contemporary 'Silver'

By Rankin Rugs

Located in Berkshire, England

Handcrafted-to-order in the UK by local craftsmen. Signed and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Available in a range of materials and customisable fabrics - a functional ...

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2010s British Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

Italian Black fiberglass fabric Armchair Girasole Tournesol by Frigerio, 1960s
Italian Black fiberglass fabric Armchair Girasole Tournesol by Frigerio, 1960s

Italian Black fiberglass fabric Armchair Girasole Tournesol by Frigerio, 1960s

By Luciano Frigerio

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian space age Black fiberglass and fabric Armchair Girasole by Frigerio, 1960s Armchair mod. Girasole (Tournesol) with flower-shaped seat, padded and upholstered in colorful fab...

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Space Age swivel black dining chairs by Konrad Schaefer for Emu, set of 4, 1960s
Space Age swivel black dining chairs by Konrad Schaefer for Emu, set of 4, 1960s

Space Age swivel black dining chairs by Konrad Schaefer for Emu, set of 4, 1960s

By EMU Furniture, Konrad Schäfer

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Price is for the set of 4! Rare find in black… This space age dining room set from the 1960s is absolutely unique. A design by Konrad Schafer produced by Emu. The set consists of 4 c...

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1960s German Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Fabric, Polyester

Elda Chair, Joe Colombo, Comfort, Black and Creme, Italy, circa 1970
Elda Chair, Joe Colombo, Comfort, Black and Creme, Italy, circa 1970

Elda Chair, Joe Colombo, Comfort, Black and Creme, Italy, circa 1970

By Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy

Located in Regensburg, DE

Design classic ‚Elda Chair’ with an off-white / creme shell and black leather, from Italy circa 1970. Design: Joe Colombo, 1963 Manufacturer: Comfort, Italy, 1965 – circa 1975 The E...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

1970s Space Age Italian Design Creme Lacquered Stools with Teal Velvet, Set of 2
1970s Space Age Italian Design Creme Lacquered Stools with Teal Velvet, Set of 2

1970s Space Age Italian Design Creme Lacquered Stools with Teal Velvet, Set of 2

Located in Val de Bagnes, CH

A pair of refined Italian stools from the 1970s, marrying the decade's appetite for bold color with restrained modernist form. Their rounded lacquered frames — a signature of Italian...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Velvet, Lacquer, Upholstery

Space Age Black Faux Leather Swan Desk Chair Office Chair 1960s
Space Age Black Faux Leather Swan Desk Chair Office Chair 1960s

Space Age Black Faux Leather Swan Desk Chair Office Chair 1960s

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage desk chair from faux leather and metal tulip - like 1960s. A wonderful office chair or desk chair, this model from the 1960s with a metal base with four wheels and a seat shell covered with black faux leather. This sleek office chair shows swiveling and smoothly rocking function and great seating comfort. The stylishly desk chair could work perfectly in your home office or office space and makes a wonderful statement. This space age desk chair...

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Mid-20th Century Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

Space age sofa by Emilio Guarnacci
Space age sofa by Emilio Guarnacci

Space age sofa by Emilio Guarnacci

By Emilio Guarnacci

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Rare space age sofa by Emilio Guarnacci, Italy circa 1968. A sculptural drawing, all in curves and volumes, typical of the formal revolution of the lat...

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Other

Mid-Century modern set of 2 stools and 1 coffee table, original pieces
Mid-Century modern set of 2 stools and 1 coffee table, original pieces

Mid-Century modern set of 2 stools and 1 coffee table, original pieces

By Gerd Lange

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Set of 2 stools and 1 coffee table, original pieces from the 1960s by Gerd Lange for “Die Gute Form.” Typical space-age design from the 1960s. Stackable. Made in Germany by Biester...

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Late 20th Century German Space Age Seating

Materials

Glass, Plywood

Philippe Starck Kartell Eros Pair Of Armchairs Design 1970s Space Age
Philippe Starck Kartell Eros Pair Of Armchairs Design 1970s Space Age

Philippe Starck Kartell Eros Pair Of Armchairs Design 1970s Space Age

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Taranto, IT

Designed in the 1970s, Eros armchairs are distinguished by their enveloping and futuristic shapes, with a plexiglass frame that perfectly expresses the innovative research on materia...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Steel

Pierre Paulin, 557 or Tongue Chairs, Artifort, 1967, free color choice
Pierre Paulin, 557 or Tongue Chairs, Artifort, 1967, free color choice

Pierre Paulin, 557 or Tongue Chairs, Artifort, 1967, free color choice

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Paris, FR

An astonishingly comfortable Tongue chair, designed by French designer Pierre Paulin in the 1960s and produced by the renowned high-end seating manufacturer Artifort. The chair has ...

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1960s French Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

"COCKTAIL" Armchair by FABIAN FREYTAG STUDIO
"COCKTAIL" Armchair by FABIAN FREYTAG STUDIO

"COCKTAIL" Armchair by FABIAN FREYTAG STUDIO

Located in Berlin, DE

ARMCHAIR COCKTAIL by Fabian Freytag Studio As displayed at the MILAN DESIGN WEEK Alcova Milano 2023. The Armchair by Fabian Freytag Studio is inspired by the compact but upholstere...

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2010s German Space Age Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vibrant Orange 1970s Stool by Flair Furniture, Glossy Plastic Design
Vibrant Orange 1970s Stool by Flair Furniture, Glossy Plastic Design

Vibrant Orange 1970s Stool by Flair Furniture, Glossy Plastic Design

By Flair

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

A bold 70s orange stool by Flair furniture. Crafted in glossy molded plastic, its vibrant color and fluid curves are unmistakably rooted in 1970s aesthetics. Measuring 39 x 39 x 39...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Plastic

Space Age Plastic Chair by Reguitti
Space Age Plastic Chair by Reguitti

Space Age Plastic Chair by Reguitti

By Gio Ponti

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1972. Plastic chair attributed to Gio Ponti. Signed. Original vinyl seat.

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Plastic

Pair of Chrome and Leather Stools, Italy 1970s
Pair of Chrome and Leather Stools, Italy 1970s

Pair of Chrome and Leather Stools, Italy 1970s

Located in London, GB

Pair of chrome and orange leather stools with a nice patina, Italy 1970s.

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Chrome

White Plastic & Chrome Plated Metal 1970s Stools by C. Salocchi for Alberti
White Plastic & Chrome Plated Metal 1970s Stools by C. Salocchi for Alberti

White Plastic & Chrome Plated Metal 1970s Stools by C. Salocchi for Alberti

By Claudio Salocchi

Located in Varese, Lombardia

Pair of stool with tubolar chrome plated support and white painted plastic (maybe resine of fiberglass) folding seat. These thick seats are ergonomic and designed to fold away. The t...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Chrome

Black Dorsal Chair by G. Piretti & E. Ambas, Italy, 1980s
Black Dorsal Chair by G. Piretti & E. Ambas, Italy, 1980s

Black Dorsal Chair by G. Piretti & E. Ambas, Italy, 1980s

By Emilio Ambasz, Giancarlo Piretti

Located in KUTNO, PL

Designed in 1980 by Italian-Argentinian duo Giancarlo Piretti & Emilio Ambasz, exposing modernity and ergonomics - Piretti was already known for his innovative designs, such as the f...

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1980s Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Textile, Plastic

Armchair by Gianni Moscatelli
Armchair by Gianni Moscatelli

Armchair by Gianni Moscatelli

$3,645Sale Price|20% Off

Armchair by Gianni Moscatelli

By Gianni Moscatelli

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Rare armchair in brushed steel and blue and white leather, by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, Italy circa 1970. Very comfortable !

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of 8 Calla chairs by Antonio Ari Colombo dining chairs, 1970s
Set of 8 Calla chairs by Antonio Ari Colombo dining chairs, 1970s

Set of 8 Calla chairs by Antonio Ari Colombo dining chairs, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage black leather and chrome frame dining chairs model Calla designed by Antonio Ari Colombo for Arflex. Good condition. 1970s - Italy Dimensions: Height: 75cm Width: 45cm De...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

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Chrome

1970's Spage Age Fiberglass Chaise Longue Sculptural Outdoor Garden Object
1970's Spage Age Fiberglass Chaise Longue Sculptural Outdoor Garden Object

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...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Fiberglass

Italian Space Age Set of Two Swivel Chair in Fibreglass
Italian Space Age Set of Two Swivel Chair in Fibreglass

Italian Space Age Set of Two Swivel Chair in Fibreglass

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

A sculptural Italian Space Age swivel chair from the 1970s, crafted entirely in fiberglass. Defined by its fluid silhouette and futuristic character, this piece captures the optimism...

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1940s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Fiberglass

Stunning Set of Four French 1960s Space Age Chairs
Stunning Set of Four French 1960s Space Age Chairs

Stunning Set of Four French 1960s Space Age Chairs

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Stunning Set of Four French 1960s Space Age Chairs, with heavy chrome-plated steel moon shaped base, professionally reupholstered in a chique met...

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1960s French Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Chrome, Steel

chair sattelite   Aerospace, Quasar Khahn , , France 1968
chair sattelite   Aerospace, Quasar Khahn , , France 1968

chair sattelite Aerospace, Quasar Khahn , , France 1968

By Quasar Khanh

Located in PARIS, FR

Fauteuil aerospace sattelite de quasar khanh orange jamais gonflé au préalable avec sa pochette originale

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1960s French Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

Lotus lounge chair by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle International, 1969.
Lotus lounge chair by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle International, 1969.

Lotus lounge chair by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle International, 1969.

By Strässle International, Andre Vandenbeuck

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

Lotus lounge chair by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle International, 1969 Switzerland. Fiberglass frame in very good condition. Completely reupholstered in high-quality black leather....

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Late 20th Century Swiss Space Age Seating

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Space Age Vintage White Plastic Metal Stool by Luigi Colani  Germany 1971
Space Age Vintage White Plastic Metal Stool by Luigi Colani  Germany 1971

Space Age Vintage White Plastic Metal Stool by Luigi Colani Germany 1971

By Luigi Colani

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage organic stool from plastic in white and ivory color designed by Luigi Colani. Germany 1971 / 1972. A rare collector piece, this new arrival, a stool from white and ...

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1970s German Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Plastic

Rare Olivier Mourgue Montreal armchairs dark blue velvet
Rare Olivier Mourgue Montreal armchairs dark blue velvet

Rare Olivier Mourgue Montreal armchairs dark blue velvet

By Olivier Mourgue

Located in Paris, FR

This is a very rare collectible pair of historic french design chairs Olivier Mourgue (1939-) Pair of Montreal armchairs Mobilier National-Atelier de recherche et création, Airbor...

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1960s French Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair Eames Herman Miller DAX Leather Armchairs 1960s MCM Rope Edge Shell Bucket
Pair Eames Herman Miller DAX Leather Armchairs 1960s MCM Rope Edge Shell Bucket

Pair Eames Herman Miller DAX Leather Armchairs 1960s MCM Rope Edge Shell Bucket

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous and extremely rare pair of early 1960s caramel leather Eames DAX armchairs. A very special collaborative pair between Herman Miller and Vitra, these stunning armchairs work as lounge chairs, occasional chairs or dining chairs and will add stunning two-tone colouring and a fabulous Space Age 1960s aesthetic to any interior. The DAX armchair was first produced in 1952 and is the most sought-after version of Charles and Ray Eames's classic fibreglass chairs, which revolutionised 20th Century furniture. Sometimes called the Eames 'Shell Chair', 'Bucket Chair' or 'Rope Edge Chair', this pair of DAX armchairs (which stands for Dining Height Armchair X-Base) has 'Greige' coloured (a combination of grey and beige) fibreglass shells, one of the three original Eames fibreglass shell colours produced from the early 1950s. This pair is fourth generation (made from 1959 onwards) as they have the improved white nylon glide feet and 'H-bases', so were likely manufactured in the early 1960s. These wonderful armchairs features four-legged tubular steel chrome H-bases above all original & complete nylon glide feet. They have 'greige' fibreglass 'V'-stamped (for Vitra) shell seats, which join to the bases via Herman Miller marked black shock mounts and are upholstered in beautiful caramel leather with lovely contrasting white plastic bordering. Much sought after for their simplicity, beautiful lines and their status as design icons, the gorgeous colouring and extremely rare collaborative authenticity of this pair of DAX chairs makes them even more special. Comfortable, iconic, exceptionally rare and effortlessly cool, these are a stunning and timeless pair of armchairs. HERMAN MILLER / VITRA COLLABORATION & MARKINGS Ray and Charles Eames began designing for Herman Miller in the late-1940s, since when the Herman Miller company has manufactured Eames furniture including the DAX chair, and in 1957 the Herman Miller company assigned the Swiss company Vitra the manufacturing licenses for the European market, since when they have also made Eames furniture including the DAX chair. These two DAX chairs both have the Herman Miller logo markings to their black shock mounts and also have an embossed 'V' (for Vitra) on the underside of fibreglass shells, next to which the original Herman Miller sticker would have been placed. We therefore surmise that this pair would have been a collaborative effort produced for the European market between Herman Miller, who may have supplied the base (or at the very least the shock mounts) and Vitra, who made the fibreglass shell (and possibly all of the chair apart from the shock mounts.) Despite extensive digging we haven't been able to find a detailed history of such collaborations between Herman Miller and Vitra, as it's rather nuanced and may have been carried out ad-hoc basis that wasn’t recorded in the histories of the companies. However, we think it highly plausible such collaborations would have happened, as both companies made the same Eames products and so could well have used each other's know-how and parts in the interest of keeping the Eames brand and products up to the highest specifications possible. Hence this very rare pair of twice-marked Eames DAX chairs...

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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Seating

Materials

Chrome

Italian Rush, Rattan and Mid Blue Velvet, 1960s Armchair
Italian Rush, Rattan and Mid Blue Velvet, 1960s Armchair

Italian Rush, Rattan and Mid Blue Velvet, 1960s Armchair

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This beautiful armchair was produced in Italy between the 1960s and the 1970s. It is handmade from rush and rattan and remains in pretty good condition: slight leaks of protective va...

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Velvet, Rattan, Rush

Vintage Wrought Iron Ivy Bench
Vintage Wrought Iron Ivy Bench

Vintage Wrought Iron Ivy Bench

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Evoke the charm of a sun-drenched European estate with this striking vintage wrought iron bench. Defined by its elaborate backrest featuring a winding ivy and floral motif, this piec...

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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Seating

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mario Bellini White Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 2
Mario Bellini White Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 2

Mario Bellini White Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 2

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Vicenza, IT

“Camaleonda” sofa, in white velvet upholstery, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. Fully restored and reupholstered in Italy. The sofa is very comfort...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Chenille

Pair of armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, mod. Poppy, 1970s
Pair of armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, mod. Poppy, 1970s

Pair of armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, mod. Poppy, 1970s

By Poltrona Frau, Tito Agnoli

Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO

Pair of armchairs from the "Poppy" series designed by Tito Agnoli and produced by Poltrona Frau in the 1970s. Very comfortable and cozy seat, practical for its small size, and in ex...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Animal Skin, Wood

Space Age Vintage Pastel Color Mario Bellini Style Sculptural Lounge Chair 1970s
Space Age Vintage Pastel Color Mario Bellini Style Sculptural Lounge Chair 1970s

Space Age Vintage Pastel Color Mario Bellini Style Sculptural Lounge Chair 1970s

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age sculptural vintage lounge chair Mario Bellini style covered with lavender textile fabric. An amazing freestanding lounge chair in curvy shape with a wonderful and comfortab...

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Late 20th Century European Space Age Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic, Foam

Vintage Space Age-Style Smoked Opaque Acrylic Lounge Chair by Raphael Raffel
Vintage Space Age-Style Smoked Opaque Acrylic Lounge Chair by Raphael Raffel

Vintage Space Age-Style Smoked Opaque Acrylic Lounge Chair by Raphael Raffel

By Raphael Raffel

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Beautiful lounge chair designed by French designer Raphel Raffel circa 1970s. Chair is fabricated from smoked opaque acrylic and has a seat cushion and back cushion for increased com...

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1970s German Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Acrylic

Space Age seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age seating 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 seating 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, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Joe Colombo, Mario Bellini, Verner Panton, and Pierre Paulin. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $139 and tops out at $170,000 while the average work can sell for $3,783.