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Space Age Lighting

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
1970s Space Age Wall Lamp by Cosack
Located in München, DE
Very nice Pop Art wall lamp from the 1970s. Nice reduced design. Very high quality workmanship. The lamp head can be rotated. Manufacturer: Cosack Condition: Very good vintage con...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Alain Richard, A19 Floor Lamp, 1967 for Disderot
Located in London, GB
This important design is a very rare model by the renowned French designer Alain Richard. Recognized for his quest for perfection, Richard has received multiple prestigious awards in...
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Late 20th Century European Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Focus Space Age Arc Floor Lamp by Fabio Lenci for Guzzini, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Increasingly rare 'Focus' eyeball space age floor lamp by Fabio Lenci for Guzzini. The moon-like acrylic glass shade produces a very warm glow and can be positioned in the ring in an...
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20th Century Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Chromed & painted metal Spinnaker table lamp by Corsini & Wiskemann for Stilnovo
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Base in cream painted metal with cracquelè finish. Structure in chromed metal and sail lampshade in curved aluminum sheet. Equipped with 3 lamp holders: 2 at the front with E27 socke...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Sputnik Chandelier by Motoko Ishii for Staff
Located in München, DE
Extremely impressive Sputnik chandelier from the 1970s. Extraordinary design and a real eye-catcher for every room. The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely beautiful. Very high ...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Space Age Polished Nickel and Glass Pendant
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Space age polished nickel and glass pendant with stacked glass disks at center. Arrangement of glass disks can be changed.
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1960s American Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Nickel

Space Age Italian Floor Lamps in Lacquered Iron and Chromed Metal, 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Step into the future with this pair of Space Age Italian floor lamps from the 1970s, an iconic fusion of form and function. Crafted from lacquered iron and chromed metal, these lamps...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome, Iron

Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp is in very good vintage condition. The lamps measure 44cm up to the socket. Please note that the shades are not included in the price.  
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Ceramic

Vintage Chromed Table Lamp, Reggiani Italy, 1950s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Vintage Chromed Table Lamp, Reggiani Italy, 1950s. A 1950s Reggiani chromed table lamp composed by a textile lampshade and a beautiful circul...
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1950s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Italian Murano Clear and White Glass Shades, 1960s Floor Lamp
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This beautiful floor lamp was produced in Italy, circa 1960s. It is made from 2 handmade Murano glass shades joint together by a cylindrical metal belt. The lamp features 2 E27 ligh...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Sheet Metal

Space Age Kundalini Berchicci E.T.A. Sat White Fiberglass Suspension
Located in Trezzano sul Naviglio, Milano Lombardia
E.T.A. sat white finish The material is transformed and turned into a light. Physical presence and abstract concept for a light with an original aesthetic look. Fluid, irregular s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Space Age Lighting

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Fiberglass

Cascade Murano & teak pendant by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Zaandam, NL
Incredible cascade pendant form Luxus Vittsjö Sweden 1960s by Uno and Östen Kristiansson consistent of 8 hand blow glass spheres that can either be used as a circular waterfall casca...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Murano Glass, Teak

Large Unique Italian XXL 1960s Pendant Lamp with Murano Glass Flowers by VeArt
Located in München, DE
Unique, very rare, huge original 1960s pendant lamp or chandelier. Manufactured by VeArt. Made in Italy. Chromed metal frame with hand blown green tinted to clear Murano glass shades...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Olive Green and White Murano Glass Floor Lamp by Carlo Nason for Selenova, 1960s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This rare floor lamp was manufactured in Italy in 1960s by the Murano glasswork Vistosi. The lamp is made up of 5 handmade glass elements. Each element slips into the structure of t...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Emil Stejnar, pair of XXL sputnik from 70s
Located in Catania, CT
Great vintage condition for this pair of large chrome and lacquer sputnik designed by Emil Stejnar and produced form Kalmar during the 70s. Full working with EU standard, adaptable o...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Unique Set of Four Design Space Age Dandelion / Sputnik Chandeliers, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Czechoslovakia - Maker: Kamenicky Senov (marked) - Original condition with patina. jr.
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1970s Czech Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Brass

Floor Lamp Mod. Clan by Harvey Guzzini - Italy 1968
Located in Milano, IT
The Clan floor lamp is a tribute to the products that remain remarkably modern that emerged during the most brilliant season of Italian design. During this prosperous period, the use...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Brass, Chrome

Flush Mount Ceiling or Wall Light by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1960s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Very well-preserved ceiling lamp / wall lamp / plafoniere by Glashütte Limburg from the 1960s. Type 3034. This item represents the typical design of the 1960s with a structural glass...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Aluminum

1960's White Opaque Ceiling lamp
Located in Brno, CZ
This is an original 1960’s ceiling lamp produced by renowned Osvetlovaci sklo Company, Valasske Mezirici in former Czechoslovakia. Ovetlovaci sklo Company has got a long history going back to the Austro - Hungarian Empire, when it was part of the S. Reich Co; the main producer of the lightning glass...
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1960s Czech Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Stainless Steel

Magnificent french Counterweight Wall Lamp, 1960s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The Magnificent French Counterweight Wall Lamp from the 1960s, featuring a black lacquered body, chrome details, and a pearly white screen, is a striking example of mid-century moder...
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1960s French Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Pair of Rare Wall Lights by Motoko Ishii for Staff Leuchten, 1970
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A wonderful set of 2 wall lights by the Japanese designer Motoko Ishii for the German brand Staff Leuchten. They have a very thin amber glass shade and a brass base. The lights requ...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Glass

Chrome Space Age Geometric Pendant, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chrome space age - geometric pendant. A 1960s chrome ceiling light with a geometric design. Looks like a large ball made of triangular pieces all conn...
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Mid-20th Century European Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Pair of Brass and Metal Chrome Lamps by Lumica, Spain, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Very rare Space Age Mid-Century Modern pair of table or bedside lamps in brass and metal chrome, shades in white lucite perspex methacrylate by the span...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome, Brass

1970s Space Age Art Glass and Chrome Table Lamp with Brown and White Inclusions
Located in Melbourne, AU
A compact table light designed and made in Italy or Spain in the late 1970s. We have restored and rewired, adding a satin black coat to the base. Simple push button switch to undersi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Galaxy Contemporary Italian Alabaster Marble Globe Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Galaxy contemporary Italian alabaster marble globe chandelier. Exclusive production of Tuscany alabaster...
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2010s European Space Age Lighting

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Alabaster

Mid-Century Modern LT216 Table Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1970
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Space Age, LT216 model, one-light table lamp designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, in red and white Murano glass. Made in Italy, circa 1970.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Murano Glass

Galaxy Contemporary Italian Alabaster Marble Globe Wall Lights or Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
Striking contemporary Italian alabaster marble globe sconces or wall lights. Exclusive production of Tuscany alabaster, handmade with great skill of Italian craftsmanship. Price is f...
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2010s European Space Age Lighting

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Alabaster

Ufo Design Glass & Blue Glas Flush Mount by Gunther Lambert, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Very Rare Ufo design glass & blue plexiglass flush mounts or wall lamps by Gunther Lambert, 1970s, Germany Lampshade is in good condition and very clean. This lamp works with E2...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Model MICO Murano White & Red Glass Ceiling Lamp by Renato Toso for Leucos, 1972
Located in Barntrup, DE
A famous Italian ceiling lamp, model MICO, is also suitable as a wall or table lamp. Designed by Renato Toso and manufactured by Leucos. Made of handmade glass from the masters of Mu...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Putzler Wall Lights, Sculptural Glass and Chrome, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Putzler wall lights in sculptural glass on a highly polished chrome frame, circa 1970s, Germany. Statement pieces. A clear design, with modern materials and special textures....
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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Vintage Italian 1960s Space Age Tall Floor Lamp
Located in Koper, SI
This vintage floor lamp was manufactured in the late 1960s in Italy. Although its designer has not been yet identified, it is well crafted and with a captivating shape. Thanks to its...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Vintage Chrome lamp Space Age Chandelier with 5 lights in Steel 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Chrome lamp Space Age Chandelier with 5 lights in Steel 1970s. Steel chandelier attributed in Reggiani style 1970s. 60s 70s Sputnik chandelier metal chrome space age design. ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Stainless Steel

A Magnificent Neverrino wall lamp by Gae Aulenti for Vistosi, Murano 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The Magnificent Neverrino wall lamp by Gae Aulenti for Vistosi, crafted in Murano during the 1970s, is an extraordinary piece that epitomizes the fusion of innovative design and mas...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Murano Glass

Floor Lamp Chrome Blown Glass by Reggiani, Italy, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spiral floor lamp by the Reggiani manufactured, circa 1970. Stainless steel with hand blown Murano glass sphere. A statement piece! In very good condition. Cleaned well wired and r...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel, Chrome

Adjustable Space Age Gallery Spot Floor Lamp by Staff
Located in München, DE
Fantastic floor lamp from the 1970s. The Staff brand is known for its high-quality workmanship and perfectionist design. The large yellow-orange lamp head is infinitely adjustable. ...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Space Age Wall Light, Flush Mount by Teka, Germany, 1960s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Original discus lamp from the 1960s by Teka (similiar to Honsel), Germany. The lamp is made of aluminum with a brushed brass surface. It can be attached to both the ceiling and the ...
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1960s Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Aluminum

Flower shaped Opaque Brown Glass Fixtures, Europe 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful and unique brown flower glass pendant, made in the 1970s by german designer and company Peill Putzler. The lampshade is made of a ‘cast opaque brown glass’ with an inner ...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Lighting

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Blown Glass

Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Staff Braun Glass Pendant Lights, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
Modernist pendant lamp in light braun-colored opal glass. Designed and designed by H.A. Jacobson for Staff Leuchten, Germany, circa 1960 second half. Please notice the price is for ...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Blown Glass

Arlus Diffusion, design table lamp, France circa 1970's
Located in leucate, FR
Beautiful desk lamp with a futuristic and classic design. Cylindrical flared brushed aluminum base, linen lampshade. Edition ARLUS DIFFUSION. The lamp is in good condition, some tr...
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Aluminum

Large Harvey Guzzini BUD 3059 Acrylic Hanging Lamp in Gradient Brown
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Step back into the vibrant Seventies with the stunning 70s Lamp Model Bud 3029, designed by Studio 6G, the internal design team of Harvey Guzzini, in 1968. This remarkable piece, man...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Sconces, In style of Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsas, 1980s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Rare Italian design yellow and black Wood Pair of Sconces, In style of Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsass, 1980s, Milano - Italy It is very ideal and suitable for all living areas. La...
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1980s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Wood

lampadario space age, anni 70
Located in Felino, IT
lampadario Sputnik, in stile Space Age. anni 60/70 struttura in ottone, dettagli rossi in plastica. diffusori tondi in vetro opalino. ruotabili. lunghezza totale 100 cm. asta tige lu...
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1970s European Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Yellow & White Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by A. Pianon for Vistosi, 1960s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This pendant lamp was produced approximately in the 1960s. It is made of metal structure with a beatiful "incamiciato" Murano glass shade in yellow and white color. Pretty good condi...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Various telescopic table lamps by Koch Creations Lynbrook NYC for Eichhoff Werke
Located in Deventer, NL
Various telescopic table lamps designed by Koch Creations Lynbrook NYC and produced by Eichhoff Werke, 1970s Germany. Four types of orange desk lamps with telescopic arm. A/ desk la...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Chrome and Glass French Pair of Sconces by BLUX Adar Pie, 1980s, France
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Chrome and Glass French Pair of Sconces by BLUX Adar Pie, 1980s, France It is very ideal and suitable for all living areas. 2 pair available Lamp is in good condition. No damage, ...
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1980s French Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Rare Pair of 70s Lamps in Crafted Glass Richard Essig Besigheim Design Germany
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Discover the timeless elegance of this amazing pair of 70s lamps by renowned designer Richard Essig. Exemplifying Nordic design principles, these lamps are a perfect blend of form an...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Susi & Ueli Berger Floor Light, circa 1970
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Rare floor lamp by the Swiss designers couple Susi & Ueli Berger. Cylindrical tube base in chromed metal from which rises a shaft ending in a swan's neck. To direct the light, the...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Space Age Lighting

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Metal

1960's Space Age Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Brno, CZ
This is an original chandelier produced in 1960’s by Elekroinstala Company in Czechoslovakia. This is quite a rare piece as this type was only produced in small numbers. The shape o...
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1960s Czech Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Copper

Floor Lamp Diabolo Red Beige by Knoll, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful floor lamp by Knoll, manufactured circa 1970. Red and beige shade with beautiful patterns, illuminates beautifully. The base is made of wood with a classy ring in the middl...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Other

Italian Arch floor lamp in Gilded Metal and Marble attributable to Reggiani, 70s
Located in Roma, IT
A floor lamp made in Italy between the 70s with a shape that recalls the archetype of the Italian lamp in the world "Arco", designed by the Castiglioni brothers during the 60s, tripl...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Marble, Metal

Vintage Murano Glass Accent Chandelier, Space Age Era Chrome Nason Mazzega Style
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning Murano chandelier from the Atomic Era, made in clear blown glass and designed in the style of celebrated designer Carlo Nason and his creations for Mazzega. The piece remind...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Swirl Pattern Murano Glass Pair of Sconces by F.Fabbian, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Swirl Pattern Murano Glass Pair of Sconces by F.Fabbian, 1970s, Italy Very elegant and minimalist wall lamps. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E27 standard li...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

XL Red Taupe Ceramic Table Lamp, Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Red ceramic wall lights in Fat Lava style. Manufactured by Hustadt Leuchten Keramik, Germany in the 1970s. The style of the glaze is called 'Fat Lava'. Which means the glaze is thick...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Lighting

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Ceramic

Lampada da tavolo LS145 Carlo Nason per Mazzega, 1969
Located in Milan, IT
Rarissima e introvabile lampada disegnata da Carlo Nason nel 1969 per Mazzega. Un tempo utilizzata come lampadario, negli ultimi anni la si è riscoperta come lampada da tavolo o da t...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Murano Glass

KD59 Floor Lamp, Annig Sarian, Kartell
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The KD59 Floor Lamp is a design masterpiece created by Anig Sarian for Kartell that combines functionality and style, making it a perfect addition to any modern setting. Made from hi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Plastic

1960s Italian Gaetano Sciolari 6-Light Polished Chrome Buttress Chandelier
Located in London, GB
An elegant mid century modern chandelier designed during the 1960s by Italian lighting designer Gaetano Sciolari for Sciolari Lighting. The light features three-arms with six lights...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Large Mushroom Table Lamp by Peill Putzler, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
This unique Mid-Century Modern table lamp from the 1970s was designed by Peill & Putzler. It has a mushroom design made of hand-blown Murano glass and brass fixture. The glass was ma...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Pair of Koch & Lowy Smoked Glass Wall Sconces/Lights by Peill Putzler, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Midcentury flushmount wall lights or sconces designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler in the 1970s. Featuring a smoked glass globe shade with a waved/ribbed molded bubble form, ca...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Space Age lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, mirrors and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age lighting 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 lighting, popular names associated with this style include Mazzega Murano, Peill & Putzler, Kaiser Leuchten, and Staff Leuchten. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $111 and tops out at $39,124 while the average work can sell for $1,474.

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