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Space Age Dry Bars

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
Dry Bar Set by Willy Rizzo in Chrome and lacquered Wood, 1970s
Dry Bar Set by Willy Rizzo in Chrome and lacquered Wood, 1970s

Dry Bar Set by Willy Rizzo in Chrome and lacquered Wood, 1970s

By Sabot, Willy Rizzo

Located in Argelato, BO

Rare and extraordinary lacquered wood and metal bar designed by Willy Rizzo for Sabot, 1970s. A sophisticated, elegant, versatile work, which will add a touch of style and glamour t...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Dry Bars

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Metal

Vintage Boho Rattan Dry Bar
Vintage Boho Rattan Dry Bar

Vintage Boho Rattan Dry Bar

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite vintage dry bar captures the spirited luxury and organic texture of the late Mid-Century era, specifically channeling the popular Boho Chic and Tropical aesthetics of ...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Space Age Dry Bars

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Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Bottle Holder / Bar Stand by Flair, Netherlands, 1970s
Vintage Bottle Holder / Bar Stand by Flair, Netherlands, 1970s

Vintage Bottle Holder / Bar Stand by Flair, Netherlands, 1970s

By Flair

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

Vintage bottle holder and bar stand designed and produced by Flair in the Netherlands during the 1970s. This elegant space age piece features a white molded plastic structure with a ...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Space Age Dry Bars

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Plastic

Joe Colombo Black Lacquer Bar Cabinet, Italy, 1970s
Joe Colombo Black Lacquer Bar Cabinet, Italy, 1970s

Joe Colombo Black Lacquer Bar Cabinet, Italy, 1970s

By Joe Colombo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This cylindrical dry bar is a bold example of futuristic Italian design from the 1970s by visionary Joe Colombo. Crafted in high-gloss black lacquer with polished chrome accents, it ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Dry Bars

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Chrome

1970s Ron Arad for Kartell Vintage Infinity Rack
1970s Ron Arad for Kartell Vintage Infinity Rack

1970s Ron Arad for Kartell Vintage Infinity Rack

By Kartell, Ron Arad

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1970s stock of Ron Arad's Infinity wine bottle rack for Kartell. Can be assembled in several configurations. From Kartell's website description: Infinity is a colorful and curvilin...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Dry Bars

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Plastic

Double-face rotating display cabinet in red lacquer by Arflex, 1980s
Double-face rotating display cabinet in red lacquer by Arflex, 1980s

Double-face rotating display cabinet in red lacquer by Arflex, 1980s

Located in Conversano, IT

This extraordinary display cabinet produced by Arflex in the 1980s represents one of the most scenographic and ingenious examples of Italian design from that period. Entirely lacquer...

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1980s Italian Vintage Space Age Dry Bars

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Glass, Wood, Lacquer

Space Age Italian Styled Expanding Bar in the Manner of Joe Colombo
Space Age Italian Styled Expanding Bar in the Manner of Joe Colombo

Space Age Italian Styled Expanding Bar in the Manner of Joe Colombo

By Joe Colombo

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A unique very well-crafted Space Age expandable bar that opens up like a book into three sections. A center cut out circle handle with aluminum backing revealing the middle having an...

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Mid-20th Century Space Age Dry Bars

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Bookcase and bar, 1960, italian , Material: Wood and (parchment leather)
Bookcase and bar, 1960, italian , Material: Wood and (parchment leather)

Bookcase and bar, 1960, italian , Material: Wood and (parchment leather)

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Bookcase Year: 1960 Country: French Wood and parchment leather It is an elegant and sophisticated bookcase. You want to live in the golden years, this is the bookcase that your pro...

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Dry Bars

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Wood, Leather

Bookcase in Glass and Iron, 1960, French
Bookcase in Glass and Iron, 1960, French

Bookcase in Glass and Iron, 1960, French

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Dry Bars

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Iron

Bar in Wood and chrome , France, 1960
Bar in Wood and chrome , France, 1960

Bar in Wood and chrome , France, 1960

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Dry Bars

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Chrome

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A vintage Italian modernist bar cart in cherry red, circa 1960

A vintage Italian modernist bar cart in cherry red, circa 1960

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Located in Chattanooga, TN

The Chapter One Server (model 6316-05) is a fabled unicorn. Broyhill's Chapter One line has acquired a cult following over the last decade. This Server / Dry bar is the first (and most likely last) one we've had our hands on in 15 years, and it's not for lack of hunting. Trust us when we say, you won't find another one anywhere, and if you do, it won't be fully restored like this show pony. Broyhill’s Chapter One Collection is officially harder to find and more sought after than the Raymond Loewy originals. With all due respect to Raymond Loewy, there really is something magical about the Chapter One line. Maybe they’re just more fun and approachable. Maybe it’s the proportions and practicality. Regardless, they’re one of our favorite collections of all time. The restoration team pulled no punches on this Chapter One Green Server / Dry-Bar, and the end result exceeded our expectations. Every inch of painted wood was professionally sanded primed and painted to match the original bright white. The laminate top and green molded plastic door / drawer fronts were finally buffed and polished to a glassy shine. It’s tough to see this one go, but we know it will be loved. Broyhill’s Chapter one collection borrowed from the plastic mold injection designs made famous by legendary designer Raymond Loewy. Like Loewy, this Chapter One Green Server employs the futuristic use of color and materials in a way that had not been seen before. The bright green plastic captures the playful spirit of the 1970s. The cabinet is supported by four steel casters that roll with ease. Three hinged doors with towel racks and wood bottle holders, conceal adjustable shelves. Of course this gem is finished on the back with a giant inset green panel framed in the curved white wood. This colorful, curvaceous case-good could have blended in nicely on the set of 2001 A Space Odyssey. The space-age look has never been more desirable, which may help explain the recent scarcity of all things Chapter One. Chapter One green credenza original catalog description: Broyhill’s Chapter One is the beginning of a new era in furniture design and technology. It emphasizes the use of new materials, new shapes and new finish concepts. Chapter One uses plastic for design as well as durability. The fronts are of “Cycolac” polymer, the tops are of newly developed Pionite high gloss laminate, pedestal tulip bases of spun steel. Curved wood areas of select tupelo veneers with cabinet hardwoods are the result of advanced woodworking technology. The bright lacquer finish was especially blended for Chapter One. The House & Garden colors are impregnated into the plastic so that the brilliant colors are completely through the Cycolac. All this plus the outstanding Premier features that are standard in Chapter One, make it one of the most outstanding furniture values...

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Space Age dry bars for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age dry bars for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage dry bars created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with plastic, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age dry bars 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 dry bars, popular names associated with this style include Broyhill, Carrara & Matta, Guzzini, and Kartell. 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 dry bars differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $300 and tops out at $32,630 while the average work can sell for $5,775.