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.
A pair of 1960s Space Age metal wall lamps by Klaus Hempel for Kaiser Leuchten
Located in München, DE
A rare pair of original 1960s Space Age metal wall lamps. Designed by Klaus Hempel for Kaiser Leuchten. Made in Germany. A beautiful, quintessential 1960s minimalist design. The lamp...
Metal
$261Sale Price|20% Off
Lucifer Desk Lamp by A&E Design, Space Age Plastic, Sweden, 1975
By A&E Muller Schwarza Saale, Fagerhult
Located in Den Haag, NL
Lucifer desk light / lamp vanbyA&E Design for Fagerhults name: Lucifer desk light designer: Tom Ahlstrom and Hans Ehrich (A&E Design) m...
Plastic
Mid-Century Modern Orange Glass Table Lamp with Biomorphic Design
Located in Hanover, MA
This vintage Mid-Century Modern table lamp features a vibrant orange cased glass body in a distinctive biomorphic, Space Age design. The two-tiered upper section supported by a dark ...
Blown Glass, Wood
Kamenický Šenov 28-Light Brass Sputnik Chandelier, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Exceptional large-scale 28-light Sputnik chandelier manufactured by Kamenický Šenov in Czechoslovakia during the 1970s. This highly decorative ceiling light represents the exuberant ...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Bathroom Wall Lamps by Peill Putzler, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Rare pair of bathroom lamps by Peill Putzler, 1970s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps Lamps are in very good condition. These lamps works with E14 standard light bul...
Metal
1970s Cin & Nils Design OPI Milano Nautical Ashtray
By OPI Milano
Located in Biella, IT
Cin & Nils design Opi Milano rare nautical ashtray years '70. Measure; 4 inches x 2", vintage in perfect condition.
Aluminum
$5,702 / set
Pair of green bouclette easy chairs
Located in Brussel, BE
Pair of green bouclette armchairs made in Italy. Organic shape typical of “Space age”. 1970s. New fabric.
Fabric
Leaf Shaped Gold and Chrome Pair of Sconces by Baulmann Leuchten, 1980s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Leaf Shaped Gold and Chrome Pair of Sconces by Baulmann Leuchten, 1980s, Germany Very nice high quality wall lamps. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. These lamps wor...
Metal
Vintage Italian Space Age Hebi Table Lamp by Isao Hosoe for Valenti Luce, 1970s
By Isao Hosoe
Located in Hamburg, DE
Hebi lamp from the Italian manufacturer Valenti based on a design by Japanese designer Isao Hosoe from the 70s. A design classic of the 70s. The Hebi is adjustable to almost any pos...
Metal
Adjustable Space Age Gallery Spot Floor Lamp by Staff
By Gino Sarfatti, Staff Leuchten, Cosack Leuchten, Dieter Witte, Gebrüder Cosack
Located in München, DE
Fantastic floor lamp from the 1970s. The Staff brand is renowned for high-quality craftsmanship and perfectionist design. The large brown lamp head is fully adjustable. A mirrored re...
Metal
Round Chrome and Glass Coffee Cocktail Table c 1960/70s possibly Paul Tuttle
By Paul Tuttle, Strässle International
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional post modern, space age period coffee table, attributed to Paul Tuttle for Strasse International. The table features a round tempered glass top with a polished edge, whi...
Chrome
Geometric Cuff Bracelet by Isaky, Sandblasted Resin, France, 1980
By Isaky
Located in St Ouen, FR
Half object, half jewel, this sculptural bangle in sandblasted resin bears the handwritten signature of the artist. Measurements (cm) : triangle's sides 9.8 depth 2 wrist (int. di...
Resin
$690Sale Price|20% Off
Toni Zuccheri. Space Age Murano table lamp, Italy, 1970s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Italian Spaceage table lamp in the style of Toni Zuccheri's artistic creations. Murano glass tulip with organic shapes combining the smoky tone with transparent and red. Chrome metal...
Metal, Chrome
Twin Head Gold Coloured Metal Pair of Wall Sconces by ERCO, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Twin Head Gold Coloured Metal Pair of Wall Sconces by ERCO, 1970s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 2x E14 light bulbs. Wired and suitabl...
Metal
1970s Space Age Yellow Glass and Metal Table Lamp Carlo Nason for Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iconic table lamp manufactured in Italy by Mazzega, chromed metal and yellow murano glass are in good vintage conditions. It works both 110-240 volts and needs regular e27 bulb. T...
Chrome, Metal
$11,261Sale Price|20% Off
Table basse ovale vintage en verre fumé et métal chromé des années 70
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Table basse ovale vintage des années 70, plateau en verre fumé ovale et pied en métal chromé design composé de 3 bandes en forme de S, très bon état général avec un petit défaut de f...
Metal
Brass Table Lamp, 1950s Space Age Style
Located in IT
50s Vintage Space Age style brass table lamp, often attributed to the French manufacturer Aluminor and known as the "UFO" model. The adjustable arm controls its height, and the part ...
Brass
German Space Age Chandelier from Kinkeldey
By Kinkeldey
Located in Hamburg, DE
Impressive Space Age chandeliers by renowned manufacturers Kinkeldey. There is an element of a special model of Kinkeldey a stairwell. These candlesticks were elements among themsel...
Metal
Sculptural Brass Table Lamp in Space Age Style, France, Circa 1970s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique handcrafted brass table lamp from the 1970s exemplifies the refined French design aesthetic associated with Jacques Duval-Brasseur. Its sculptural form and warm patina h...
Brass
Orange Plexiglass Flush Mount by Kinkeldey, 1970s, Germany
By Kinkeldey
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Orange Plexiglass Flush Mount by Kinkeldey, 1970s, Germany 3 available Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use...
Plexiglass
Pop Art Black Ceramic Sconce in Faucet Form, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pop Art Black Ceramic Sconce in Faucet Form, 1970s, Germany Very nice high quality wall lamp. Lamp is in very good vintage condition. 3 available in stock These lamps works with ...
Ceramic
Pop Art yellow table lamp made of plastic tubing by Wavin 1971, Made in Italy
Located in München, BY
Rare Pop Art yellow floor lamp made of plastic tubing. Manufactured in 1971 by Wavin. Made in Italy. Great, typical experimental design of the 1970s. With manufacturer's stamp and y...
Plastic
Three Half Round Plastic Side Tables in Off-White, circa 1970
By Kartell
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach, find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-) Three half round plastic...
Plastic
Plexiglass and Metal Single Wall Sconce by ERCO, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Plexiglass and Metal Single Wall Sconce by ERCO, 1970s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E14 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use with 2...
Metal
Brown Metal and Plexiglass Self-standing Industrial Floor Ashtray, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Brown Metal and Plexiglass Self-standing Industrial Floor Ashtray, 1970s, Italy Measuretements : Height: 52 cm Ashtray cup diameter: 11 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us if you...
Metal
Pair of vintage chairs by Elmar Flötotto, Germany, 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
A rare and striking pair from one of postwar Germany's most celebrated furniture makers. These swivel chairs capture everything that made 1960s European design so enduringly desirabl...
Chrome
Rodney Kinsman Omstak Stackable Chairs for Bieffeplast, White, 1972, Set of 4
By Rodney Kinsman, Bieffeplast
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of four Omstak chairs, designed by Rodney Kinsman in 1972 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Bieffeplast. The Omstak chair is considered one of the icons of early High-Tec...
Steel, Chrome
Three beautiful original 1970s Space Age red ceramic wall lamps
Located in München, DE
Three beautiful original 1970s Space Age ceramic wall lamps. Made in Germany. Typical Pop Art Space Age design. Very high-quality workmanship. The ceramic lamps are dark red with bla...
Metal
Set of three large original 1960s decagonal brass pendant lamps
Located in München, BY
Set of three rare, heavy pendant lamps made of brass and metal In a round, 10-sided decagonal design. The shade is made of brass on the outside and black lacquered metal on the insi...
Metal, Brass
$2,090Sale Price|20% Off
Arteluce Halloween Pendant by Gino Sarfatti, Frosted Glass, 1978
By Arteluce
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful Italian modern frosted glass pendant in warm coconut white with blue circular perforations around the base. Model "Halloween". B...
Glass, Acrylic
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...
Metal
Mid Century Black Metal & Glass Pair of Bedside Lamps, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid Century Black Metal & Glass Pair of Bedside Lamps, 1950s, Germany Minimal design Very high quality. Fully functional. Original cable and plug. This lamp is suitable for EU plu...
Metal
$852Sale Price / set|24% Off
Pair of Targetti Sankey "Alta Lite" Chromed Wall Sconces - Space Age Spotlights
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Pair of Targetti Sankey "Alta Lite" Chromed Wall Sconces - Space Age Spotlights Refined pair of adjustable wall sconces / spotlights featuring an iconic Space Age design, produced i...
Chrome, Iron
White Metal Bicycle Table Lamp by Zicoli, 1970s, Italy
By Zicoli
Located in Hagenbach, DE
White metal bicycle table lamp by Zicoli, 1970s Italy Very rare large desk lamp Plastic rims. Very high quality. Fully functional. Original cabl...
Metal
4 Socket Chrome Body Plexiglass Shade Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
4 Socket Chrome Body Plexiglass Shade Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Germany Height adjustable Very elegant and Minimalist ceiling lamp. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works wit...
Chrome
Sculptural Geometric Cuff by Isaky, Sandblasted Resin, France, 1980
By Isaky
Located in St Ouen, FR
Half object, half jewel this Sculptural bangle is composed of two parts ; a sand blasted resin triangle and an acrylic bracelet allowing the cuff to be closed. Both parts bear the ha...
Resin
Plexi and Chrome Table Lamp in the manner of Gino Sarfatti
Located in Mortsel, BE
We have 4 pieces of this beautiful piece.
Chrome
Mid Century Vintage Space Age Pendant Light Ceiling Lamp by Herda, 1970s
By Herda
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
A space age pendant lamp by Herda with transparent shade. The shade consists of acrylic glass in a copper-like colour. The height of the lamp can be adjusted with the rise-and-fall s...
Metal
Two 1970s Space Age White and Brown Murano Glass and Steel Italian Wall Sconces
By Mazzega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This stunning pair of vintage Italian wall sconces beautifully encapsulates the Space Age design movement of the 1970s. Each sconce features a semi-cylindrical shade of thick, curved...
Steel
Seventies Vase ‘Pagoda’ made by Scheurich Keramik Germany
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Nice Seventies vase. Model: Pagoda. In brown and red glaze.
Ceramic
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
Accolay Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
available in NY lampe base height 16" diameter 8 3/4"
Copper
Studio Brocky Handblown Glass and Cast Brass ‘Neutrino’ Sculptural Table Light
Located in London, GB
The Neutrino Table Lamp has a matte Leopard Glass shade that emits a warm, diffuse glow, complimenting the cast bronze base that provides a bold, sculptural foundation. The minimal,...
Brass
Space Age Chromed Smoked Glass Vintage Sconce, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage glass sconce with chromed metal frame and smoked glasses. Designed and made in 1970s. Two E 14 sockets Good vintage condition approx. measures: Length: 34 cm Width:...
Metal
Ultra Rare Reed & Barton #94 Matte Black Enamel Teardrop Candy Dish by John Prip
Located in Red Lion, PA
Ultra-Rare 1950 Reed & Barton #94 Matte Black Enamel Teardrop Candy Dish – Designed by John Prip This exceedingly rare Reed & Barton #94 teardrop candy dish is a striking example of...
Silver Plate, Enamel
Glass and Metal Single Wall Lamp by LUCI Illuminazione, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Glass and Metal Single Wall Lamp by LUCI Illuminazione, 1970s, Italy Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamp. Lamps are in very good condition. These lamps works with E27 standard l...
Metal
Italian Space Age chandelier in blue and white plexiglass, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Space Age chandelier in blue and white plexiglass, 1970s Chandelier or ceiling lamp with round diffuser, composed of two semi-spherical parts in blue plexiglass and white pl...
Brass
Large Unique Handmade Ceramic Hanging Lamp from the 1960s, Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Unique handmade ceramic hanging lamp from the 1960s Fully functional. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 vo...
Metal
Eyeball Veneta Lumi Space Age Table Lamp Vintage Eye Shape Italy, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Good original condition
Metal
Flower Design Blue Plexiglass Table Lamp, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Flower Design Blue Plexiglass Table Lamp, 1970s, Italy Lampshade is in good condition and very clean. This lamp works with E27 light bulb. Wired and suitable to use with 220V and ...
Metal
Italian Reggiani 1970s Chrome Sculptural Wall Sconces
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of Italian vintage sconces by Goffredo Reggiani from the 1970s, featuring sculptural chrome tubes arranged in a bold geometric desi...
Metal, Chrome
Set of 3 Murano Glass Vases, Made in Italy, Vintage 1970s, Excellent
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous set of 3 vases in Murano glass. The items are in excellent condition. Dimensions: Blu vase diameter 3,14" x 10,23" height inches Blu vase diameter 8 cm x 26 height...
Murano Glass
$138Sale Price|40% Off
70s vintage chandelier in white and yellow glass Italian design
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Chandelier with white opaline glass shade with yellow central stripe, Italian design, 1970s. CONDITION: In good, working condition, may show signs of wear due to age. SIZING: Heigh...
Glass, Plastic
Adorable Brass Coloured Duck Decorative Center Table Sculpture, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Adorable Brass Coloured Duck Decorative Center Table Sculpture, 1970s, Germany It is very ideal and suitable for all living areas. No damage, no crack. Wear consistent with age and...
Brass
Cream Metal Set of Three Sconces by Nordlux, 1980s, Sweden
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Cream Metal Set of Three Sconces by Nordlux, 1980s, Sweden Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E14 standard light bulb. W...
Metal
1970 Cosack Sputnik Space Age Germany design Ceiling Lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Sputnik Ceiling Lamp Germany, 1970 Scenografic Space Age Ceiling Lamp Chrome Metal 10 lights Very Good Condiction Perfect Working Order
Metal, Chrome
Cylindrical Opal Glass & Green Turquoise Metal Single Sconce, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Cylindrical Opal Glass & Green Turquoise Metal Single Sconce, 1970s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamp. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E14 sta...
Metal
Single Sconce by Rolf Krüger for Heinz Neuhaus Leuchten, 1970s, Germany
By Heinz Neuhaus Leuchten, Rolf Krüger
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pop Art Orange metal & Milk round Glass single Sconce by Rolf Krüger for Heinz Neuhaus Leuchten, 1970s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E1...
Metal
Space Age. Ceramic ashtrays set by Scheurich, Germany, 1970s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Scheurich Keramik, Richard Manz
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Sapce Age and Brutalist style ceramic ashtrays set in the style of Scheurich's creations, Germany, 1970s. Set of 6 handmade ceramic ashtrays with a vitrified finish in different colo...
Ceramic
Opal Glass Single Wall Lamp by Peill Putzler, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Opal Glass Single Wall Lamp by Peill Putzler, 1970s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps. Lamps are in very good condition. These lamps works with E14 standard light bu...
Metal
$674Sale Price|20% Off
Hand-blown murano glass table lamp in the style of Toni Zuccheri, Italy, 1970s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Handcrafted murano glass desk or table lamp from the 70s, very much in the style of the artistic creations of Murano glass Toni Zuccheri, a symbol of prestige in a typically Italian ...
Metal