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Space Age Furniture

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
Pierre Paulin pair of early three seater ABCD sofas by Artifort
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare pair of Pierre Paulin sofas, labeled and upholstered in their original fabric, belongs to the ABCD series, which was designed in 1968 for Ar...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass, Foam

Pair of Amanta armchairs by Mario Bellini for C&b Italia 1960s
Located in PARIS, FR
Amanta armchair by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1960s. The Amanta model was the first piece designed by Mario Bellini for the early days of the Italian firm. He was inspired by Ludw...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

1 of 4 Putzler Wall Lights, Sculptural Clear Glass, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of 4 Putzler wall lights in sculptural glass on a brass frame, circa 1970s, Germany. Statement pieces. A clear design, with modern materials and special textures. With gold inclusi...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage 80s Willy Rizzo Coffee Table, Jet Set Era, Mirror Chrome Cocktail Table
Located in Milano, IT
A photographer turned furniture (and interior designer), Willy Rizzo has been one of the most eclectic and interesting personalities of the 1970s and 80s Jet Set. Born in Italy, yet ...
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1980s French Vintage Space Age Furniture

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

1970s Italian Conical Enamelled White Metal & Chrome Uplighter Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
1970s Italian space age polished chrome and white enamelled metal conical uplighter table lamp. Rewired by a professional electrician with a black s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Cocoon & White Metal Body Pair of Table Lamps by GOLDKANT, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Cocoon & White Metal Body Pair of Table Lamps by GOLDKANT, 1970s, Germany Cocoon shades & metal body Minimal and natural design Very high quality. Fully functional. Original cable...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal

Alba floor lamp by Ermanno Lampa & Sergio Brazzoli for Guzzini, Italy 1970s.
Located in Haderslev, DK
Rare and iconic Italian floor lamp, Alba, meticulously designed by Ermanno Lampa and Sergio Brazzoli for Guzzini in the 1970s. Crafted with caramel-colored plastic on the exterior ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Large Mid-Century Modern Orbit or Sputnik Lamp with 12 Opaline Glass Balls
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large Mid-Century Modern Orbit or Sputnik Lamp with 12 Opaline Glass Balls Diameter: 25.19 in (64 cm) Height: 33.07 in (83 cm) Executed in glass, metal and brass. The lamp needs 10...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal

Nasa, Mission Gemini Charles Conrad & Gordon Cooper , 1965 lot de 5 photographie
By Nasa
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Gemini V est la troisième mission habitée du programme Gemini et la neuvième mission spatiale habitée américaine. L'objectif d'un vol d'une durée record de près...
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1960s American Vintage Space Age Furniture

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Paper

Very rare fancy 1960s brass table clock by Atlanta Electric Germany
Located in München, DE
Beautiful and very rare 1960s Atlanta Electric table clock. Made in Germany. All in brass and in Space Age design. Very good, clean and well-kept condition with no damage to the enti...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Brass

1970s Ufo Wall or Ceiling Lamp
Located in München, DE
Very nice wall or ceiling lamp from the 1970s. Nice reduced design. Very high quality processing. Condition: Very good vintage condition with slight signs of wear consistent with a...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Space Age Vintage Blue Lounge Chair Etcetera Jan Ekselius, 1970s
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...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Space Age Furniture

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Fabric

"The Dance", Lucien-Pierre CADENE (1887-1958).
Located in Lisboa, PT
"The Dance", Ink drawing and brown ink wash. Framed under glass. Lucien-Pierre CADENE (1887-1958), France.
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Early 18th Century French Antique Space Age Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Pair of Orange Hex-shaped Ceramic Wall Lights, Germany, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Orange hex-shaped ceramic wall lights. Manufactured in Germany in the 1970s. The base of the light is hexagonal and there is a beautiful ceramic web on top of that. The fixt...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

1970's Italian Stainless Steel Table Lamp
Located in Paris, FR
A very cool originally shaped table lamp composed of steel and designed with a plastic shade. Light switch at the cord. Restored condition. The wire is professionally checked. E2...
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20th Century Italian Space Age Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Space Age Chrome Wall Lamp Covered With Foam Glass, Cosack Leuchten
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introduce a unique and captivating lighting element to your space with this Chrome Wall Lamp by Cosack. This German-made wall lamp features a stunning design that combines chrome and...
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Late 20th Century German Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

A Pair of 1970s Shelves / étagère in Chromed Metal, Solid Wood and Smoked Glass
Located in Roma, IT
Two twin shelves perfect for being positioned symmetrically on the sides of a door or for use as a room divider. This pair of vintage bookcases...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Space Age Chrome Stool Designed by Arthur Umanoff for Contemporary Shells, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Chrome bar stool designed by Arthur Umanoff, for Contemporary Shells, circa 1960's. The stools is constructed of repeating bright chrome rod...
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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Pierre Cardin Space Age Telescopic Table Lamp in White, Blue, Green & Black
Located in Amityville, NY
Rare Signed Pierre Cardin Space Age Telescopic Table Lamp in White, Blue, Green & Black. Can also be mounted on the wall as a wall lamp or sconce...
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1970s Japanese Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Purple Acrylic & Chrome Pendant 1968/1969 Cosack Leuchten Germany
Located in Bergen op Zoom, NL
Top quality German lighting made by Cosack Leuchten and featured in their catalogue of 1968/1969 This pendant is made in purple and white acrylic plexiglass rings...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Gianfranco Frattini Black Leather Sesann Living Room Set for Cassina, 1972
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann dining room set, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina. It is composed of a two-seater sofa and two armchairs. It features...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Midcentury Space Age Style Italian Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Attractive set of four mid-century modern space age style dining chairs crafted in Italy. The chairs feature a wooden frame upholstered with a modern metallic style teal naugahyde fa...
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20th Century Italian Space Age Furniture

Materials

Brass

Brown Orange Diamond Shaped Ceramic Wall Lights, Germany, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Brown and orange diamond-shaped ceramic wall lights/flush mounts Germany in the 1970s. This lights have a unusual shape. This makes it possible to create a playful arrangement. Can ...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

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Ceramic

Wooden mirror, 1920.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Wooden mirror. France, 1920.
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1920s French Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Wood

3 seater bench by Dominque Prevot & Jean-Luch Favriau for Édition France Design
By France Design S. A., Dominique Prevot, Prevost & Favriau
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
this 3-seater bench was designed around 1970 by dominique prevot and jean-luc favriau and produced by edition france design. that’s about all we know about these benches and their de...
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Fiberglass

Living room and bookcase set Attr. a Acerbis black with display cabinet
Located in Milano, IT
In the world of vintage Italian furniture, few pieces are as striking and versatile as your Black Acerbis lounge and bookcase set from the 1970s. This collection, comprising three di...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal

Krokus Style Lounge Chairs - Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W35 D37 H21.5 SW18 SD22 SW17 SH13 Pair of Krokus style lounge chairs in as is vintage condition.Upholstered in an electric blue velvet. Fiber glass base does show areas of wear that...
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1960s Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Fabric

1970s German Hustadt Leuchten Glazed Ceramic Brown Fat Lava Wall Sconce or Light
Located in London, GB
1970s vintage, retro, space-age, German Hustadt Leuchten 'Fat Lava' ceramic brown glazed glossy wall sconce with a 3-dimensional design. A single E14 screw in bulb sits in the centr...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Italian Lacquered Bentwood Dining Chairs - a Set of 6
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A set of six mid century Italian dining chairs. Black lacquered bentwood with chrome hardware. Original geometric pa...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Small coffee/side table in glass and steel
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A small coffee tabe in glass and steel. In general good condition, original from 70's .
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Steel

Murano Glass Spiral Frosted Globe Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An Italian Murano glass globe pendant light. White and tan spiral pattern with frosted finish. Original chrome and orange coated hardware. Original wiring as found. Sourced in Northe...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Murano Glass Chandelier attrib Mazzega 1970s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Chandelier . Three thick Murano Glass shades . Chrome armature . Large E27 bulb needed . 1970s Please don't hesitate to reach out for alternative shipping quote
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Space Age White Hanging Lamp Cristallux Germany 70
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Vintage Space Age White hanging lamp Cristallux Germany 70 This is a beautiful white plastic with Chrome hanging lamp. Space Age model made by Cristallux 1970 There is a spring i...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Green Chapter One Night Stand by Broyhill Premier
Located in 성동구, KR
The Chapter One collection produced in the 1970s by Broyhill Premier in the United States, is reminiscent of Raymond Loewy's DF2000 series. The streamlined handle made of high-gloss ...
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1970s American Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Hardwood

Space Age, Large metal and plastic chandelier by Studioluce. Italy 1970s
Located in Catania, CT
Good vintage condition with trace of age and use. Oxidation on the stems. No cracks. Signed by Studioluce and produced in Italy during the 70s. Full working with EU standard, adaptab...
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage ceramic mosaic coffee table by Heins Lilienthal, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Beautiful mid century mosaic ceramic coffee table by German glass artist Heinz Lilienthal. Gorgeous coffee table. Chromed metal base. 1960s - Germany Good condition Dimensions: ...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Italian steel and glass Space age dining table
Located in Milano, IT
In the world of interior design, there are pieces that stand as timeless icons of a bygone era, and your vintage Italian steel and glass dining table from the 1970s is unquestionably...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal, Steel

Rodney Kinsman Space Age Yellow Omstak Chair for Bieffeplast, 1971, Set 0f 18
Located in Vicenza, IT
This set of 18 yellow "Omstak" stackable dining chairs was designed by Rodney Kinsman's eponymous company in London in 1971 and produced in Italy by Bieffeplast. They feature a chrom...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Black living furniture set attr. to Acerbis in steel profiles
Located in Milano, IT
In the world of interior design, there are pieces that transcend time and style, and your elegant lounge furniture set attributed to Acerbis from the 1970s is undoubtedly one of these timeless treasures. This remarkable collection comprises three distinct pieces, each exuding a unique blend of sophistication and innovation, characteristic of the Space Age era. The first piece in this set is a small square chest of drawers, a compact gem that not only adds functional storage but also serves as a statement piece. Its sleek black lacquered wood exterior provides a sense of classic elegance, while the steel edges and trims lend a touch of futuristic flair. Inside, you'll discover thoughtfully designed shelves that can hold cherished objects or even function as a small bookcase, making it as practical as it is visually striking.The centerpiece of this ensemble is the chest of drawers with three central drawers, an embodiment of both form and function. Its design effortlessly merges the sleek lines of the 1970s Space Age aesthetic with the practicality of storage. The drawers provide ample space for organizing your essentials while the black lacquered wood exterior exudes an air of timeless sophistication. The steel accents along the edges add a touch of visual interest, elevating it beyond mere furniture. Completing the set is the tall side cabinet...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Steel

Italian Chrome Wrapped Chair in the Style of Adriano Piazzesi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An Italian chair in the style of Adriano Piazzesi. Overstuffed silhouette with chrome wrapped detail. Original brown and beige patterned velvet. Reupholstery recommended. Sourced in ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Adjustable GEPO Arc Floor Lamp, Netherland, 1960s
By Gepo
Located in Praha, CZ
Eye-ball arc floor lamp by GEPO Amsterdam with adjustable shade. Max height: 165cm. Wide adjustment range with eye ball shade. Very good original condition. 1x60W, E25-E27 bulb ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Theatre decor drawing, 1940s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Theatre decor drawing, 1940s.
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1940s French Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Large Space Age Acrylic "Kalmar" Chandelier ME Marbach Leuchten Germany 1960's
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Large Space Age chandelier from the company ME Marbach Leuchten from Erbach in the Odenwald, Germany from the 1960's ME Marbach Leuchten made their o...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

"Le pont de chemin de fer"painting, M. L. Daguerry 1888.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Oil on canvas painting signed M. L. Daguerry, located Paris and dated 1888 on lower left corner. Wooden frame and gilded stucco. France, 1888.
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1880s French Antique Space Age Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Italian Collectible Decorative Ceramic Bowl Sculpture with Wood Grille
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Italian decorative bowl / sculpture in ceramic, with a fitted wood grille on top. Coming from the house of a furniture and decorative dealer, this was an unsold, New Old Stoc...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Space Ace daybed with mattress .1970s Dutch
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Day bed comes with its typical spa ace mattress .Teak with Chrome head board .Grey Metal Removable legs . Nice spare bed or Daybed Please don't hesitate to reach out fo...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal

Chrome tulip base arm chairs - set of four
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W26 D26 H31 SW18 SD17 SH18 AH27 Vintage set of four dining chairs. Each chair is structurally sound and sturdy with no structural damage. Light patina is shown closely and minor are...
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1970s Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Italian Ruched Leather Chair in the Style of De Pas, D'Urbino, Lomazzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A space age Italian leather sofa in the style or De Pas, D'Urbino, Lomazzi. Rushed camel leather with removable cushion. Two chairs and one sofa available, sold separately. Sourced i...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Furniture

Materials

Leather

Murano Glass Drip Form Table Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass drip or tear drop form table lamp. White color with black stripe detail. Sourced in Milan, Italy. Pair available, sold separately.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Raspberry/pink/coral Space Age plastic wall lamp by ERCO, Germany, 1970s.
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
The wall lamps (we have two identical ones) are simply amazing. Light and flirtatious. After complete renovation and electrical inspection, even though they are from the 1970s, they ...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Tavolino space age in vetro fumè e acciaio, Francois Monnet anni 70
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Tavolino da salotto degli anni 70 ideato da Francois Monnet in Francia negli anni Settanta. Il tavolo è composta da una struttura in acciaio inossidabile spazzolato e curvato, ment...
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Furniture

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Stainless Steel

"La soledad de la artista", 1970s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Oil on canvas representing a naked woman, Gloria Morera Font (1938 - ), "La soledad de la artista", signed and dated 1976. Spain, 1970s.
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Space Age Sculptural Vintage Lavender Fabric Lounge Chair 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age sculptural vintage lounge chair covered with lavender textile fabric. An amazing freestanding lounge chair in curvy shape with a wonderful and comfortable seat and back, wh...
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Late 20th Century European Space Age Furniture

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Fabric, Plastic, Foam

Painting of a return from fishing, 1930s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Oil on canvas representing fishermen returning from fishing and bringing fish to a table in the foreground covered with fish in the style of a still life. France, 1930s.
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1930s French Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Exceptional Modernist Cantilever chairs in Wool and Alpaca, Italy 1970s
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful modernist lounge chairs in very good condition. These chairs were produced in the 1970s in Italy. The cantilever frames are crafted from chrome-plated steel, creating a l...
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20th Century Italian Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Sciolari Gaetano Style Space Age Chandelier In Aluminum And Half Crystal
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the whole description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Origi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Lampada da tavolo space age in vetro di Murano, Carlo Nason, Italia anni 70
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Lampada in Cetro di Murano degli anni 70 in stile space age. Carlo Nason designer per Mazzega. Struttura circolare con base in acciaio e vetro di Murano finemente lavorato e palla in...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

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Steel

Small Italian Murano Glass & crome plated metal wall/ceiling lamp, 1960/70s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Small wall or ceiling lamp made from clear Murano glass shade and chrome plated metal structure. The quality of the glass is reminiscent of similar products produced by Venini. This...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Space Age furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Mazzega Murano, Artemide, Kartell, and Joe Colombo. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $22 and tops out at $650,000 while the average work can sell for $1,719.

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