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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.

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

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Style: Space Age
Karim Rashid Aphex Chair Space Age Digital Pop
Karim Rashid Aphex Chair Space Age Digital Pop

Karim Rashid Aphex Chair Space Age Digital Pop

By Idée Japan, Karim Rashid

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Aphex chair designed by Karim Rashid for Idee, Japan. This is one of Karim Rashid furniture produced by Idee in the 90s to early 2000s. Designed in 1997. Black and gray color combina...

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1990s Japanese Space Age Seating

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Steel

Space Age "Panton Chair" in black plastic by Verner Panton for Vitra, Germany
Space Age "Panton Chair" in black plastic by Verner Panton for Vitra, Germany

Space Age "Panton Chair" in black plastic by Verner Panton for Vitra, Germany

By Verner Panton

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find the iconic S Chair or Panton Chair, designed by Verner Panton for Vitra. It is celebrated for being the first single-form, injection-molded plastic chai...

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Early 2000s German Space Age Seating

Materials

Plastic

Blue Velvet Lounge Chair 'Karate' by Michel Cadestin, France 1970s
Blue Velvet Lounge Chair 'Karate' by Michel Cadestin, France 1970s

Blue Velvet Lounge Chair 'Karate' by Michel Cadestin, France 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Striking space age lounge chair by Airborne international. The chair consists of a fiberglass shell upholstered with dark blue velvet fabric. It sits as comfortable as it looks. T...

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1970s French Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Velvet

Casalino stools by Alexander Begge for Casala, 1970s
Casalino stools by Alexander Begge for Casala, 1970s

Casalino stools by Alexander Begge for Casala, 1970s

By Alexander Begge

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Space age design stackable Casalino stool designed by Alexander Begge for Casala. All the stools are labelled underneath the seat. They have a handy cutout handle. Cool and timele...

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1970s German Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Plastic

Space Age Vintage Orange Plastic Metal Chair 1970s
Space Age Vintage Orange Plastic Metal Chair 1970s

Space Age Vintage Orange Plastic Metal Chair 1970s

Located in Vienna, AT

Pop Art vintage plastic metal chair from a sports stadium in Vienna shows a steel frame and an orange plastic seat shell. The seat shell is plastered...

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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

Vintage Lane Pencil Reed and Cane Sofa
Vintage Lane Pencil Reed and Cane Sofa

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 subst...

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Late 20th Century American Space Age Seating

Materials

Rattan, Reed

Vintage Boho Bent Rattan Bar Stools - A Pair
Vintage Boho Bent Rattan Bar Stools - A Pair

Vintage Boho Bent Rattan Bar Stools - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your kitchen island or home bar with this exceptional pair of vintage bar stools, showcasing the artful design of bent rattan paired with warm cognac leather seats. These sto...

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Mid-20th Century Philippine Space Age Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Osvaldo Borsani 'Modus' chairs for Tecno, 1970s - set of 2
Osvaldo Borsani 'Modus' chairs for Tecno, 1970s - set of 2

Osvaldo Borsani 'Modus' chairs for Tecno, 1970s - set of 2

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Modus plastic and fabric desk chair designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Italy. Timeless design from the seventies. Overall good condition with normal age related wear. 1970s - I...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

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Plastic

Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Space Age Orange Swivel Armchair, 1960s
Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Space Age Orange Swivel Armchair, 1960s

Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Space Age Orange Swivel Armchair, 1960s

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This low swivel armchair was manufactured in Scandinavia during the 1960s. This piece of furniture is both functional and decorative, attracting attention with its organic, rounded f...

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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Space Age Seating

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Metal

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

Italian Modern Suite Chairs and Sofa, Set of 3
Italian Modern Suite Chairs and Sofa, Set of 3

Italian Modern Suite Chairs and Sofa, Set of 3

Located in Milano, IT

Original living room set consisting of 2 armchairs and a 2-seater sofa, upholstered with its original, flame-red skai. The legs are made of black-painted tubular metal with unique an...

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

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Metal

Chrome Plated & Black Metal Burgundy Skay 1960/70s Stools by Velca, set of 6
Chrome Plated & Black Metal Burgundy Skay 1960/70s Stools by Velca, set of 6

Chrome Plated & Black Metal Burgundy Skay 1960/70s Stools by Velca, set of 6

By Velca Legnano

Located in Varese, Lombardia

Adjustable and pivotable stool produced by Velca between the 1960s and the 1970s. Black metal & rubber legs. Chrome plated metal structure with cushioned seat and backrest. Adju...

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Sectionnal sofa Poltrona Frau with matching coffee table , model Socrates
Sectionnal sofa Poltrona Frau with matching coffee table , model Socrates

Sectionnal sofa Poltrona Frau with matching coffee table , model Socrates

By Pierluigi Cerri

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Socrates modular sofa by Poltrona Frau in leather from the 1980s, feather filling for the cushions . An iconic Italian sofa manufactured by Poltrona Frau for a high-end design that w...

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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Seating

Materials

Leather, Feathers

A Post-Modern SPACE-AGE Desk CHAIR by WELLE, Germany 1970
A Post-Modern SPACE-AGE Desk CHAIR by WELLE, Germany 1970

A Post-Modern SPACE-AGE Desk CHAIR by WELLE, Germany 1970

Located in PARIS, FR

A spectacular adjustable, telescopic and wheeled office chair, Pop, Post-Modernist, Memphis, red lacquered metal structure, white fabric seat with red checks, black faux leather trim...

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1970s French Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

Hyaline Armchair by Fabio Lenci for Standing Italy in Dark Brown Leather 1970's
Hyaline Armchair by Fabio Lenci for Standing Italy in Dark Brown Leather 1970's

Hyaline Armchair by Fabio Lenci for Standing Italy in Dark Brown Leather 1970's

By Fabio Lenci

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Set of two available Italian space age design by Fabio Lenci, the Hyaline (pronounced as “Hay’Line) chairs are a prime example of Italian design of the time period. The thick leather...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

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Aluminum

Set of mid century french style SPACE AGE cocktail sofa and chairs - 1970s
Set of mid century french style SPACE AGE cocktail sofa and chairs - 1970s

Set of mid century french style SPACE AGE cocktail sofa and chairs - 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- Czechoslovakia, around 1970s - beautiful space age design - dimensiosn of chairs : height: 80cm, depth: 67, width: 63cm - the set is predestined to be newly upholstered in new tex...

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Late 20th Century Czech Space Age Seating

Materials

Chrome

'Informel' 3 seater Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
'Informel' 3 seater Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois

'Informel' 3 seater Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois

By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer

Located in Brussels, BE

This rare vintage ‘Informel’ sofa, designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, embodies the same relaxed sculptural form and exceptional comfort associated with the iconic Michel Ducar...

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1970s Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Leather

3 seater 'Maralunga' Sofa by Vico magistrate for Cassina
3 seater 'Maralunga' Sofa by Vico magistrate for Cassina

3 seater 'Maralunga' Sofa by Vico magistrate for Cassina

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Brussels, BE

An iconic design by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, this 1970s Maralunga sofa is upholstered in rich navy leather and features the model’s celebrated adjustable headrests, seamlessly s...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Leather

A Sculptural Wooden Monroe Chair by Alexander White
A Sculptural Wooden Monroe Chair by Alexander White

A Sculptural Wooden Monroe Chair by Alexander White

By Alexander White

Located in Surbiton, GB

A white Monroe Chair designed by the award winning British designer Alexander White. The Monroe Chair is an exploration of form and function through repetition using modern technolo...

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2010s American Space Age Seating

Materials

Wood

8 Chairs , 1950, Country: Italy, Material: Wood
8 Chairs , 1950, Country: Italy, Material: Wood

8 Chairs , 1950, Country: Italy, Material: Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

6 chairs Material: Wood Country: italian Year: 1950 We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you have any questions we are at you...

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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Wood

La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Black'
La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Black'

La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Black'

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

Set of 4 lacquered wood and fabric chairs 1970s
Set of 4 lacquered wood and fabric chairs 1970s

Set of 4 lacquered wood and fabric chairs 1970s

Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO

Set of 4 chairs from the 1970s with white lacquered wooden frame and circular seat upholstered in fabric. The circular seat is accompanied by a backrest that follows its curved shap...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Dining Chairs
Mid Century Dining Chairs

Mid Century Dining Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These cantilever armchairs exemplify the Space age design movement of the 1970s , characterized by sleek lines , modern materials , and futuristic aesthetics .

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Vintage Plastic White Lounge Chair Ahti Kotikoski Anatomia 1968
Space Age Vintage Plastic White Lounge Chair Ahti Kotikoski Anatomia 1968

Space Age Vintage Plastic White Lounge Chair Ahti Kotikoski Anatomia 1968

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage lounge chair model Anatomia from plastic in white color by Ahti Kotikoski for Asko 1968, Finland. A beautiful vintage lounge chair from the space age era designed b...

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Late 20th Century Finnish Space Age Seating

Materials

Plastic

Gift Bow Modular Seating Sculptural Contemporary 'Silver'
Gift Bow Modular Seating Sculptural Contemporary 'Silver'

Gift Bow Modular Seating Sculptural 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. The Gift Bow modular system is comprised of five stackable metal stools an...

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2010s British Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel, Sheet Metal

Italian space age three-seater sofa in yellow fabric and black wood, 1970s
Italian space age three-seater sofa in yellow fabric and black wood, 1970s

Italian space age three-seater sofa in yellow fabric and black wood, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian space age Three-seater sofa in yellow fabric and black wood, 1970s Three-seater sofa with squared seat and back, padded and covered in yellow teddy fabric. The legs are two s...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Space age swivle chair, 1960s
Space age swivle chair, 1960s

Space age swivle chair, 1960s

$1,438Sale Price|20% Off

Space age swivle chair, 1960s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Space age fiberglass shell swivel chair with beeautiful brown leather cushions and a white lacquered metal base. Fantastic space age design. 1960s - Germany Dimensions: Height: 10...

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1960s German Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Red-Eye Ottoman Sculptural Contemporary 'Pink/Orange'
Red-Eye Ottoman Sculptural Contemporary 'Pink/Orange'

Red-Eye Ottoman Sculptural Contemporary 'Pink/Orange'

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 Red-Eye ottoman is available in a range of materials and customisable ...

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2010s British Space Age Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Tetrad 'Solo' Leather Club Chair 1970's
Tetrad 'Solo' Leather Club Chair 1970's

Tetrad 'Solo' Leather Club Chair 1970's

By De Sede

Located in Hanover, MA

Gorgeous caramel colored soft leather lounge chair by Tetrad UK from their Solo collection. Square tufted loose cushions with whip-stitching on the arm pads. See our separate listi...

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1970s British Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Leather

Studio Brocky Space-Age Yellow Mohair & Chrome ‘Vanguard’ Lounge Chair
Studio Brocky Space-Age Yellow Mohair & Chrome ‘Vanguard’ Lounge Chair

Studio Brocky Space-Age Yellow Mohair & Chrome ‘Vanguard’ Lounge Chair

By Max Brockbank

Located in London, GB

A daring ode to the iconic curves and raw energy of the glam rock era, the Vanguard Lounge Chair draws inspiration from the silhouettes of classic electric guitars. Its sculptural fo...

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2010s British Space Age Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Red-Eye Stool & Side table Sculptural Contemporary 'Olive'
Red-Eye Stool & Side table Sculptural Contemporary 'Olive'

Red-Eye Stool & Side table 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 Red-Eye stool is available in a range of materials and customisable fa...

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2010s British Space Age Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Mohair

Gift Bow Modular Seating Sculptural Contemporary Lacquered 'Red'
Gift Bow Modular Seating Sculptural Contemporary Lacquered 'Red'

Gift Bow Modular Seating Sculptural Contemporary Lacquered 'Red'

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 Gift Bow modular system is comprised of five stackable metal stools an...

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2010s British Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel, Sheet Metal

Jet Lag Sculptural Modular Sofa Contemporary 'Silver'
Jet Lag Sculptural Modular Sofa Contemporary 'Silver'

Jet Lag Sculptural Modular Sofa 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

rare rocking chair FG2005 by Wolfgang Feierbach
rare rocking chair FG2005 by Wolfgang Feierbach

rare rocking chair FG2005 by Wolfgang Feierbach

By Wolfgang Feierbach

Located in Saarbrücken, SL

rare Wolfgang Feierbach rocking chair from the FG2000 series. A rare and iconic piece of Space Age design, the FG 2005 rocking chair was created by Wolfgang Feierbach in the late 19...

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1970s Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

8725 chair, Medius system, by Roger Tallon, Eurosit edition
8725 chair, Medius system, by Roger Tallon, Eurosit edition

8725 chair, Medius system, by Roger Tallon, Eurosit edition

By Roger Tallon

Located in Saint Ouen, France

Roger Tallon was born in Paris on 6 March 1929. He attended the Ecole des Arts Appliqués de Paris (now ENSAAMA) and took a preparatory course for the Ecole des Arts et Métiers, which...

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1970s French Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

8755 armchair, Medius system, by Roger Tallon, Eurosit edition
8755 armchair, Medius system, by Roger Tallon, Eurosit edition

8755 armchair, Medius system, by Roger Tallon, Eurosit edition

By Roger Tallon

Located in Saint Ouen, France

Roger Tallon was born in Paris on 6 March 1929. He attended the Ecole des Arts Appliqués de Paris (now ENSAAMA) and took a preparatory course for the Ecole des Arts et Métiers, which...

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1970s French Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Statuary Marble, Steel

Yellow bench Locus Solus Gae Aulenti
Yellow bench Locus Solus Gae Aulenti

Yellow bench Locus Solus Gae Aulenti

By Gae Aulenti

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Locus Solus is a collection designed by the unpredictable flair of Gae Aulenti in 1964. The retro design of circular lines envelops any room with a touch of irresistible playfulness....

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Seating

Materials

Metal

Vintage Spanish Hand Painted Ceramic Low Stools - Set of 2
Vintage Spanish Hand Painted Ceramic Low Stools - Set of 2

Vintage Spanish Hand Painted Ceramic Low Stools - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These striking vintage Spanish ceramic stools offer a vibrant blend of Mediterranean charm and Hollywood Regency poise. Each stool features a classically inspired fluted column base, masterfully detailed with hand-painted yellow rope-style bands that provide a bold architectural contrast against the crisp white glaze. The circular tops are adorned with traditional Spanish artisanal motifs in deep forest green and ochre, showcasing the rich heritage of European pottery. These pieces represent a unique moment in mid-century design, where organic textures and historic silhouettes were reimagined for a high-end, glamorous interior. Perfect for use as garden stools, eclectic side tables...

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Late 20th Century Spanish Space Age Seating

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Ceramic, Paint

Space age chair 'Estrosa' by Gianni Osgnach for Dilmos, Italy, 1990s
Space age chair 'Estrosa' by Gianni Osgnach for Dilmos, Italy, 1990s

Space age chair 'Estrosa' by Gianni Osgnach for Dilmos, Italy, 1990s

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Rare chair by italian artist and designer Gianni Osgnach for Dilmos in 1999. Model is called 'Estrosa' and is made out of a frame in steel with a polystyrene foam seat in the shape...

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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Seating

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Metal

Space Age Vintage White Faux Leather Metal Armchairs, France
Space Age Vintage White Faux Leather Metal Armchairs, France

Space Age Vintage White Faux Leather Metal Armchairs, France

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage pair of white faux leather armchairs or chairs, 1960s. The vintage armchairs feature a c-shaped chromed metal base and a white faux leather seat and back and the u...

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1960s French Vintage Space Age Seating

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Metal

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.