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4-light Maison Baguès Mid-Century Crystal Flower Ceiling Light 1960s
By Maison Baguès
Located in Palermo, IT
4-light Maison Baguès mid-century crystal flower ceiling lights.
Intact, metal and brass structure
Category
Vintage 1960s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Beautiful Amber Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Vintage, Austria, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful flush mount found in Austria. Gorgeous textured amber colored glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires two European E27 Edison or medium bulb up to 60 w...
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Clear Bubble Glass Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful bubble glass pattern flush mount. Made in Germany, attributed to Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one Europea...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Organic Bubble Glass Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite organic bubble glass pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 E...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Square Bubble Glass Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite bubble glass pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 Edison or...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Petite Bubble Glass Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite bubble glass pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 Edison or...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Amber Bubble Glass Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful bubble pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashuette Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 Edison bulb...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Petite Circle Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful petite flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashuette Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The glass has a very cute design. The Fixture requires on...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Ice Pattern Clear Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s, Italy
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful flush mount. Made in Italy. Gorgeous textured glass Flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 Edison or medium bulb up to 60 watts.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Large Bubble Glass Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Large organic bubble glass pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires three European E27 ...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Vintage Midcentury Limburg Ice Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous glass flush mount by Glashuette Limburg. Very heavy ice glass. Glass has a small chip inside at the rim, not visible if it is attached to the metal frame. The flush mount ...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Petite Bubble Glass Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite bubble glass pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 Edison or...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Petite Flower Pattern Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Kramer Leuchten, 1960s
By Kramer Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite flower pattern flush mount. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 Edison or medium bulb up to 60 watts.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Organic Bubble Glass Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite organic bubble glass pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 E...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Organic Bubble Glass Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite organic bubble glass pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 E...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Diamond Shaped Glass Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite glass pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 Edison or medium...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Organic Bubble Glass Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite organic bubble glass pattern flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 E...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Monumental Crystal Pattern Clear Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning large crystal pattern clear glass flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires two Europea...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Petite Starburst Pattern Flushmount Ceiling Light by RZB Leuchten, 1960s
By RZB Leuchten
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Petite starburst pattern flushmount. Made in Germany by RZB Leuchten. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E14 candelabra bulb up...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Wall or Ceiling Light, Kamenicky Senov, 1960s
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of glass, metal
New cabling
1x75W, E27 or E26 bulb
US wiring compatible.
Good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
1960s Midcentury Wall or Ceiling Light, Kamenicky Senov
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of glass, metal
New cabling
1x75W, E27 or E26 bulb
US wiring compatible.
Good original condition
Previously painted brown - unprofessional
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Large Sergio Mazza Wall or Ceiling Light for Artemide c. 1960s
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Sergio Mazza Wall or Ceiling Light for Artemide c. 1960s. This architectural and minimalist
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Golden Metal Florentiner Theatre Ceiling Light by BANCI Firenze , Italy, 1960s
By Banci Firenze, Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
ceiling light flush mount, can also be used as wall light
Origin:
Italy
Age
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Ceiling Light in Brass by Jo Hammerborg for Fog
Mørup, 1960s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog
Mørup
Located in Oslo, NO
Iconic and decorative ceiling light in brass. This is model 'Kastor', designed by Jo Hammerborg for
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Ceiling Light by Jonas Hidle for Høvik Verk, Norway, 1960s
By Jonas Hidle
Located in Oslo, NO
Sublime and wonderful ceiling light in black lacquered steel and brass. Designed by Jonas Hidle and
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Round Iron Rings Glass Flush Mount Ceiling / Wall Light, 1960s Germany
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Limburg Round Rings Glass Flush Mount Ceiling / Wall Light, 1960s
Dimensions
Height: 3.54 in. (9
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Limburg Square Iron Rings Glass Flush Mount Ceiling / Wall Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Limburg Square Iron Rings Glass Flush Mount Ceiling / Wall Light, 1960s
Dimensions
Height: 4.72 in
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Gilt Iron Rosebush Tree Ceiling Light Fixture or Chandelier, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
six rose light holders, Spain, 1960s.
This six-light ceiling lamp features an intrincate of branches
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Iron
German Vintage Geometric Ceramic Wall Ceiling Light Flush Mount Sconce 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful sculptural ceramic flush mount for wall or ceiling.
Germany, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Ceramic
Extra Large Palme Glass Austrian 1960s Flush Ceiling Light
By Christoph Palme
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful 1960s Austrian flush ceiling light composed of a golden brass fixture holding 42 floral
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
German Vintage Bubble Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount, 1960s
By Helena Tynell and Heinrich Gantenbrink
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare and beautiful glass ceiling or wall flush mount.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 1.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
German Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount Sconce, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful blown glass ceiling or wall flush mount.
Germany, 1960s.
Sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
1960s German Kaiser Leuchten Textured Iced Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in London, England
1960s German Kaiser Leuchten textured, iced-glass, flush mount ceiling light. The thick textured
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1960s Luigi Caccia Dominioni LSP3 Ceiling or Wall Light for Azucena
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Luigi Caccia Dominioni LSP3 ceiling or wall light for Azucena. Executed in blown opaline
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Beautiful German Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Berlin, DE
Amber clear and matte glass ceiling or wall flush mount.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 2x E27 (US
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Rare German Vintage Blown Glass Ceiling Hanging Pendant Light, 1960s
By Carlo Nason
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful hand blown white matte glass and chrome pendant.
Germany, 1960s.
Measures: Glass/glass
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Rosebush Tree Ceiling Light Fixture or Chandelier in Gilt Iron, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
rose shaped light holders. Spain, 1960s.
This seven-light ceiling lamp features an intrincate of
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Gold Leaf, Iron
Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount Chandelier by Leola, 1960s
By Leola
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural Sciolari style ceiling or wall flush mount by Leola.
Germany, 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Flush Mount
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount Chandelier by Leola, 1960s
By Leola
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural Sciolari style ceiling or wall flush mount by Leola,
Germany, 1960s.
White
Category
Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount Chandelier by Leola, 1960s
By Leola
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Beautiful sculptural Sciolari style ceiling or wall flush mount by Leola.
Germany, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount Chandelier by Leola, 1960s
By Leola
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural Sciolari style ceiling or wall flush mount by Leola.
Germany, 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Flush Mount
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Spanish 1960s Gilt Iron Giant Sunburst Wall or Ceiling Light Fixture
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spectacular giant sized handcrafted iron sunburst ceiling sconce or pendant with gold leaf finish
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Mid-Century 4-Light Ceiling Light In Murano Glass "Maestri Muranesi" 1960s
By Maestri Muranesi
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century 4-light ceiling light in Murano glass "Maestri Muranesi" 1960s
Golden metal structure
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1960s German Peill
Putzler
Artichoke
Opaline Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light
By Peill
Putzler
Located in London, England
1960s Large German Peill & Putzler 'Artichoke' shaped opaline ceiling flush mount. The shade clips
Category
Mid-20th Century German Space Age Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Foil
Pair of Petite Squeezer Pattern Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Pair of petite squeezer pattern glass flush mount. The light amber glass gives this ceiling lights
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Starburst Pattern Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s Mid-Century Modern German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A petite Starburst pattern flush mount ceiling light. It measures approx. 4 1/4" high and 10" by 10
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
German Kaiser Flush Mount Ceiling Light Murano Glass, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Almelo, NL
Gorgeous flush mount ceiling light made of heavy textured clear iced glass on a white metal frame
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
Rattan and Rope Bell Ceiling Pendant Light Hanging Lamp, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching vintage bell shaped rope pendant light or lanternwith rattan chain, Spain, 1960s.
This
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rattan, Rope
Large Vintage Murano Glass Fazzoletto Pendant Ceiling Light by Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful "Fazzoletto" Pendant by J.T. Kalmar.
Austria, 1960s.
Handblown Murano glass light in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Kalmar Tulipan Ceiling Flush Mount Light Fixture Bubble Glass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Outstanding Viennese model "Tulipan" flush mount by J.T. Kalmar from the 1960's. Hand made and high
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass, Metal
Huge Gilt Iron Ornate Floral Ceiling Light Fixture / Wall Light, Spain 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Unusual large size hand hammered gilt iron ornate flower bush ceiling light fixture with six flower
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair Smoked Tendrils Pattern Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s, German
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful pair Tendrils pattern glass flush mount ceiling lights. Made in Germany. Gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
1960s Luigi Caccia Dominioni
LSP6
Wall or Ceiling Light for Azucena
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Luigi Caccia Dominioni 'LSP6' Wall or Ceiling Light for Azucena. An iconic design executed in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Large Gernan Vintage Bubble Glass Wall Ceiling Light Flush Mount, 1960s
By Hillebrand, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Berlin, DE
Amazing Murano bubble glass flush mount.
Germany, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Decorative Vintage Murano Glass Ceiling Light Pendant Chandelier by Venini 1960s
By VeArt
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful large blowing colored Murano glass flower chandelier by Venini for VeArt,
Italy, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
German Midcentury Vintage Bubble Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful sculptural bubble clear/white glass flushmount.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: E27 (US
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
Midcentury German Vintage Amber Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful sculptural amber bubble glass flushmount.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
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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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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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