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Set of 3 Golden Florentiner Leaf Theatre Wall Ceiling Light Sconces, Italy 1960s
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Wall light, ceiling light set of 3
Origin:
Italy
Age:
1960s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
1960s Large Italian Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Pia Guidetti Grippa for Lumi
By Lumi, Pia Guidetti Crippa
Located in London, GB
A 1960s large Italian flush mount ceiling light by Pia Guidetti Grippa for Italian lighting company
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
1960s J.T Kalmar Austrian Flush Mount Ceiling Light with Four Frosted Shades
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, England
1960s Austrian J.T. Kalmar flush mount ceiling light with four frosted glass shades suspended from
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1960s, Achille Castiglioni
Light Ball
Wall or Ceiling Lamp in Red for Flos
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Achille Castiglioni 'Light Ball' wall or ceiling lamp in red for Flos. Designed in 1965, this
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Set of 1960s Achille Castiglioni
Light Ball
Wall or Ceiling Lamps for Flos
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Glendale, CA
Set of 3 1960s Achille Castiglioni 'Light Ball' wall or ceiling lamps for Flos. Designed in 1965
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Martinelli Luce Bolla 35 Ceiling/Wall Lamp, 1960s
By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Iconic Bolla 35 ceiling lamp by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1960s
Ceiling or wall light
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Aluminum
1960s Achille Castiglioni
Light Ball
Wall or Ceiling Lamp in Black for Flos
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Achille Castiglioni 'Light Ball' wall or ceiling lamp in black for Flos. Designed in 1965
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Large Brass Wall or Ceiling Light Designed by Igel by Hillebrand, Germany, 1960s
By Hillebrand
Located in Aachen, NRW
A wonderful round brass wall light or flush mount Designed by Ernest Igl for Hillebrand Leuchten in
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Kastor Ceiling Light in Copper by Jo Hammerborg for Fog
Mørup, Denmark, 1960s
By Fog
Mørup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Type: Pendant ceilling light.
Designer: Jo Hammerborg.
Model: Kastor.
Design year: 1969
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Bolla 50 Ceiling/Wall Lamp by Martinelli Luce 1960s
By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Iconic Bolla 50 ceiling lamp by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1960s
Ceiling or wall light
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Aluminum
Italian 60s "Space Age" Flush Ceiling Light
Located in New York, NY
A sleek 1960s Italian chrome flush ceiling dick light with three frosted globe shades. Rewired
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
1960s Sergio Mazza Ceiling or Wall Lights for Artemide
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Sergio Mazza Ceiling or Wall Light for Artemide. Executed in pressed opaline glass, painted
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Space Age Murano
Bullicante
Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
.
Installation is typically wall-mounted, but it can be also used as ceiling light.
item. wall lamp, ceiling
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Limburg Glass, Austria, 1960s Light
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful 1960s flush ceiling or wall light made by the Austrian maker, Limburg. Rewired.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Enamel
1960s Brass Bubble Globe Flush Mount Light
By Lightolier
Located in Hanover, MA
Groovy 1960s ceiling mounted light fixture by Lightolier with four clear glass globe lights on
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Bolla 60 Ceiling / Wall Lamp by Martinelli Luce, 1960s
By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Iconic Bolla 60 ceiling lamp by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1960s.
Ceiling or wall
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
Ceiling Lamp by Louis Poulsen from the 1950s-1960s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
1950s-1960s.
The ceiling light has minor scratches (see photo).
Manufacturer: Louis Poulsen
Design
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
1960s Italian Stilnovo Brass Light Fixture with Central Ball
By Stilnovo
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Italian 1960s Stilnovo Ceiling Light with Central Ball in Brass.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Italian Achile Castiglioni Flush 1960s Sculptural Light
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in New York, NY
An original 1960s spun resign sculptural flush ceiling light with an aged brass fitting. Rewired.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Thermoformed Glass Ceiling Light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy
By Max Ingrand
Located in London, GB
A 1960s hexagonal glass and brass ceiling light designed by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, circa
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s Italian Carlo Nason for Mazzega Murano Glass
Chrome Pendant Light
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in London, England
1960s Italian Murano glass ceiling pendant light designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega. A
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Italian Crystal Mid-Century Modern Flush Ceiling Light Oscar Torlasco for Lumi
By Oscar Torlasco, Lumi
Located in New York, NY
An original 1960s faceted crystal flush ceiling light by the famed Italian lighting designer, Oscar
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Sergio Mazza Artemide Italian, 1960s Mid-Century Flush Light
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in New York, NY
An original 1960s, Italian Mid-Century flush ceiling light or wall sconce designed by Sergio Mazza
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Steel
Italian mid-century modern red wall lamp Light Ball Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Flos, Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Red wall lamp Light Ball Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
Wall or ceiling
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Elio Monesi for Arredoluce Ceiling Pendant
By Elio Monesi, Arredoluce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elio Monesi from Arredoluce ceiling pendant.
Very rare ceiling light.
Italy, 1960s
Nickeled
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Pair of Midcentury Glass Ceiling Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1960s eight-light Italian ceiling-mounted nickel-plated fixtures with glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Flush Mount
Materials
Nickel
Castiglioni Flush Light
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful 1960s Italian flush ceiling light composed of a spun resin shade with a aged polished
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Flush Mount
Materials
Brass, Steel
$2,800
Vico Magistretti "Triteti" Flush Light
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in New York, NY
An iconic bright orange 1960's Italian Space-Age flush ceiling light designed by Vico Magistretti
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
PVC
Large Limburg Glass Flush Light
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful 1960s bubbled glass flush ceiling light with four light sources by Limburg. Original
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Flush Mount
Materials
Enamel, Chrome
Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte Blu Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Pietro Chiesa, Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte Blu chandelier, Italy, 1960s.
Italian midcentury ceiling light of
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
German 1960s Flush Sputnik
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in New York, NY
A great 1960s German gold flush ceiling sputnik light by Cosack. Rewired.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Flush Mount
Materials
Brass, Steel
A. Castiglioni "Cocoon" Flush Light
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in New York, NY
A 1960s Italian spun resin flush ceiling light with a polished chrome fitting , designed by Achille
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
1960s French Metal Chandelier
Located in High Point, NC
A French 1960s metal ceiling light fixture. Constructed with two simple semispheres and a metal
Category
Vintage 1960s French Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Bubble Structure Wall Light Helena Tynell, Glashütte Limburg attrib., 1960 no2
By Glashütte Limburg, Helena Tynell
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
:
Helena Tynell attrib.
Origin:
Germany
Age:
1960s
This fantastic glass wall ceiling light is
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Bubble Structure Wall Light Helena Tynell, Glashütte Limburg attrib., 1960 no1
By Glashütte Limburg, Helena Tynell
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
:
Helena Tynell attrib.
Origin:
Germany
Age:
1960s
This fantastic glass wall ceiling light is
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
1960s Italian Gaetano Sciolari Chrome
Abstract Square Glass Pendant Chandelier
By Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in London, England
1960s Italian pendant chandelier ceiling light with twelve square cubist shades - six that face
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Italian Sixties Space Age Flush Light
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful spun resin 1960s Italian flush ceiling light with matte brass fittings. Three light
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century, 1960s Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A sleek 1960s Italian Mid-Century ceiling light or chandelier composed of a high polished brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bo-Niko 1960s Milk Glass Sconce with Multi-Color Graphic Printed Design
By Bo-Niko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Belgian Mid-Century, 1960's ceiling or wall light with Bakelite base and milk glass shade with
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Milk Glass, Bakelite
Large 25cm Bubble Glass Wall Light by Helena Tynell for Glashütte Limburg, 1960
By Glashütte Limburg, Helena Tynell
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Tynell
Origin:
Germany
Age:
1960s
This fantastic glass wall ceiling light was designed by
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Sputnik Flushmount Light, Austria, circa 1960
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Marvelous midcentury Sputnik flushmount light out of Austria from circa 1960s. This designer
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Danish XL Brass Pendant by Jørgen Kastholm og Preben Fabricius, 1960s
By Nordisk Solar Co., Jørgen Kastholm
Preben Fabricius
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish brass pendant by Jørgen Kastholm og Preben Fabricius, 1960s.
Danish ceiling light
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bronze Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A bronze table lamp (Could also be a ceiling light)
France, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s French Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$2,601
French Moderne Sputnik
Located in New York, NY
A 1960's French flush ceiling light or pendant i polished brass and gun metal black. 10 light
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass, Enamel
$3,800
Italian Architectural Counterbalance Light in the Style of Angelo Lelli
By Angelo Lelii
Located in Astoria, NY
A fabulous circa 1960s ceiling light, manufactured in Italy in the style of designer Angelo Lelli
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Enamel
1970s Italian Colored Murano Glass Chandelier by F Fabbien
By F. Fabbian
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Murano glass chandelier by F. Fabbian.
A 1960s Ceiling Light 'Model C03A0943', by F
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
French Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Maison Lunel, Arlus
Located in Vienna, AT
Charming French Modern ceiling light from the 1960s. Umbrella-shaped diffuser made of granular
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Serge Roche Shell Form Ceiling Pendant Light Fixture, 1960
s
By Serge Roche
Located in San Francisco, CA
Serge Roche style pendant ceiling light fixture. The centerpiece of this pendant light is the large
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Composition, Brass
Mid-Century Ceiling Light/Kamenicky Senov, 1960
s
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of Cut Glass,Metal
4x75W,E27 or E26 socket
US wiring compatible
Re-polished
Fully Functional
Good Original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Functionalist Ceiling Light, Norway, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful midcentury ceiling light in frosted glass and brass. Most likely designed by T. Røstad
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Midcentury Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Minimalistic drop shaped ceiling lamp on a teak stem and opaline glass cupola.
Most likely
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass, Teak
Scandinavian Midcentury Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful ceiling lamp in painted steel and copper. Most likely designed and made in Norway from
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Steel
Scandinavian Hallway Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Sculptural ceiling lamp in blown glass on a metal wire frame. Designed and made in Norway from
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Ceiling Light, Finland, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Magnificent and decorative ceiling chandelier with five shades in opaline glass. Designed and made
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stilux Ceiling Light, Italy, 1960s
By Stilux
Located in New York, NY
Stilux ceiling light with rectangular frosted glass shades on a brass frame with black lacquered
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flush mount ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s
Bullicante glass, polished brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flush mount ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s
Sandblasted glass, patinated brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
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1960s Ceiling Light For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic 1960s ceiling light available at 1stDibs. Each 1960s ceiling light for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. There are many kinds of the 1960s ceiling light you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1960s ceiling light is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1960s ceiling light over the years, but those crafted by Glashütte Limburg, Stilnovo and Artemide are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 1960s Ceiling Light?
A 1960s ceiling light can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,006, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $46,800.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About 1960s Ceiling Light
- What is a flush ceiling light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A flush ceiling light shines light downward and sits flush against the ceiling. Flush ceiling lights are good for areas with shorter ceilings and for keeping dust and debris away from the bulb and shade because there is no space between the ceiling and the light itself. Shop a range of antique and vintage flush ceiling lights on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024The lights that are in the ceiling are called recessed lights. There are two main categories of these lights: can and canless. A can recessed light sits inside a metal housing, allowing you to adjust its angle and control where the light aims. Canless recessed lights lack this housing, so they provide general ambient lighting. Shop a large collection of lighting on 1stDibs.
- What is ceiling mounted light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A ceiling mounted light can refer either to flush mount lights, which is mounted flush to the ceiling or recessed lighting, which is a bulb that’s installed into a hollow opening in the ceiling.
- Were there watches in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a caftan from the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A caftan from the 1960s or any other era refers to a long ankle-length variation on a robe or a tunic. Caftans, which are sometimes referred to as kaftans, feature full sleeves and usually have a deep, open neck. While these garments can be made from any fabric, most caftans are made of wool, silk or cotton. Find a selection of caftans from top fashion boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
- What was worn in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion in the 1960s progressed toward a more casual look for men and for women during the decade. For women, the skirt suits of the 1950s prevailed during the early ‘60s and eventually miniskirts came along. Late-1960s fashion included ponchos, peace signs, chain belts, puffed “bubble” sleeves, frayed bell-bottom jeans for men and women, tie-dyed shirts, work shirts, sandals, headbands and moccasins.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021As its name implies, a flush mount ceiling light is mounted flush to the ceiling. They’re a good alternative to recessed lighting.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Circle ceiling lights are called recessed light fixtures. In most spaces, they provide ambient light by focusing illumination down onto the room below. Shop a range of ceiling lights from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best lighting depends on your space and style. It’s best to have multiple sources of light at different heights to ensure uniform illumination. With low ceilings, the ceilings should be painted white for a highly reflective surface. Flush mount lighting fixtures or a ceiling fan with a light is good for low ceilings. Shop a range of antique and vintage lighting fixtures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best lighting for a kitchen ceiling is really a matter of preference. Some may opt for incandescent light, which provides a soft, warm yellowish light. Others may prefer halogen lights, which produce a crisp white light that is optimal for task lighting. Those who are concerned with energy use may prefer fluorescent lights, which have a long life.
- What did men wear in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024What the dress style was called in the 1960s varied, as there were several types of dresses that were fashionable during the decade. At the start of the 1960s, many women wore swing dresses featuring fitted bodices and full skirts. Collared, button-up belted dresses called shirtwaist dresses were also popular, as were loose-fitting, flowy shift dresses. By the late 1960s, new styles emerged, such as flared, flowing tent dresses, sleeveless jumpers usually styled over sweaters and blouses and drop-waist dresses, which had their waist seams at the hips rather than the natural waist. Find a variety of 1960s dresses and other vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.
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Desert Modern Designer Arthur Elrod Finally Gets His Day in the Sun
The Palm Springs interior decorator developed a mid-century style that defined the vacation homes of celebrities and other notables, including Bob Hope and Lucille Ball.
From the Hamptons to Palm Springs, FormArch’s Homes Embody Both Comfort and Cool
The houses from this New York studio cloak modernist tendencies within what are often more traditional trappings.
8 Mid-Century Lighting Makers
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