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large two light Futuristic Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful organic glass flush mount. Made in Germany by Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured light
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Murano glass flush mount ceiling light, Italy circa 1960s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass flush mount ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s.
Graniglia glass, brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Cocoon Ceiling Pendant Light by Goldkant, 1960s, Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautifully Cocoon pendant light made by Goldkant, 1960s Germany, comes from the Achille
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Spanish Rattan Pendant Light Ceiling Hanging Lamp, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eyecatching handcrafted rattan / wicker pendant light with geometric decorations. Spain, 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Rattan
Scandinavian Mid-Century Ceiling Light in Brass, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
1960s second half. The lamp is fully working and in very good vintage condition, each bulb holds one E27
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Large Austrian Vintage Ceiling Light Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
One of... wonderful crystal glass and brass pendant/chandelier.
Austria, 1960s.
Height (body) 8.6
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Sergio Mazza flush mount ceiling light, Italy circa 1960s
By Sergio Mazza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sergio Mazza flush mount ceiling light.
Patinated brass, glass.
Italy, 1960s.
Takes 1 medium base
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
1960
s French Mid Century Modern Gilt Tole 6 Light Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture
By Maison Charles
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's French Mid Century Modern Gilt Tole Floral Form 6 Light Ceiling Flush Mount Fixture
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$940 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Glass Ceiling Light By Napako, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By Napako
Located in Zohor, SK
This rare and beautiful mid-century ceiling light was designed and produced by the iconic Napako
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
$807 Sale Price
20% Off
Fontana Arte style ceiling light by Veca, Italy 1960s
By VECA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fontana Arte style ceiling light by Veca
Designed and made in Italy, 1960s
Glass, chrome plated
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Ceiling or Wall Light, Germany 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Almelo, NL
Round Ceiling or wall light Germany 1960s.
This round flush mount ceiling or wall light, made of
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Oval Ceiling Light, Wood and Opaline Glass, Italy 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Italy, 1960s
Long oval flush mount ceiling light, opaline squared tubular lamp enclosure suspended
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass, Wood
Murano glass flush mount ceiling light, Italy circa 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano mid-century modern flush mount light.
Made in Italy in 1960s
Takes one medium base bulb
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Murano Mazzega Ceiling Light, 1960s-1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Carmine, TX
Light fixture made by Mazzega in Venice between 1960 and 1980 using steel, teak and blown murano
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Five 1960s Venini Murano Glass Striped Ball Ceiling Light
By Venini
Located in Florence, Tuscany
in Florence. These 1960s Murano glass ball lights are clear with opaque white diagonal stripes. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,495 Sale Price / set
30% Off
1960s Sergio Mazza
Sigma
Wall or Ceiling Light for Artemide, 1960s
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Sergio Mazza 'Sigma' Wall or Ceiling Light for Artemide, 1960s.
Executed in nickeled brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Big Limburg Glass, 1960s Flush Ceiling Light
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Wien, AT
Big Limburg glass, 1960s. Flush ceiling light
Original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
$652 Sale Price
38% Off
Kinkeldey Austrian Crystal 1960s Flush Ceiling Light
By Kinkeldey
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 1960s Austrian hand-cut crystal and polish chrome flush ceiling light by Kinkeldey
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
$2,995 Sale Price
39% Off
German 1960s Blown Glass Flush Ceiling Light
Located in New York, NY
A decorative 1960s white enameled wood flush ceiling fixture with a heavy textured blown glass
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass, Wood
Murano glass ceiling light by Vistosi, Italy circa 1960s
By Vistosi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass flush mount ceiling light by Vistosi.
Glass is made by Vistosi, metal frame is new and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage White Porcelain Ceiling Light with Milk Glass, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage industrial ceiling or wall light made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Porcelain, Milk Glass
1960s Italian Geometric Chrome Ceiling Light By Gaetano Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in London, GB
Italian 1960’s geometric modern design chrome structure chandelier designed by Gaetano Sciolari
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Italian Mazzega attributed Mid Century ceiling light, circa 1960s
By Mazzega
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian Mazzega attributed ceiling light
Made in Italy, 1960s
Clear handblown pulegoso glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Large Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful vintage hand made blown glass flushmount.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: E27 (US E26).
.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
1960s Arteluce Italian Ceiling Light Plafonnier Gino Sarfatti Milan
By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Arteluce single Ceiling Lamp Plafonnier Milan Italy
Round metal light flush ceiling mount.
Maker
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Mid century modern flush mount ceiling Light, Italy 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern flush mount ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s
Textured glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Ceiling Light by Birger Dahl for Sønnico, 1960s
By Birger Dahl
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative ceiling light in lacquered aluminum. Designed by Birger Dahl and made in
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount Chandelier, 1960s
By Leola
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural Sciolari style ceiling or wall flushmount,
Germany, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Fontana Arte style flush mount ceiling light, Italy 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fontana Arte style flush mount ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s
Textured glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Peacock Eye Pattern Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful peacock pattern glass flush mount. The clear glass gives this ceiling light a bright cold
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Stilnovo Style Wall or Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo style flush mount wall or ceiling light.
Glass, brass, enameled metal.
One medium base
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Italian 1960s "Tornado" Ceiling Light by Elio Martinelli
By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A large model 1770 "Tornado" ceiling light by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce.
This light is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Vintage Beige Soviet Ship Ceiling or Wall Light, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage industrial celing or wall light made in former Soviet Union during the 1960s. It features a
Category
Mid-20th Century Russian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Vintage Beige Soviet Ship Ceiling or Wall Light, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage industrial celing or wall light made in former Soviet Union during the 1960s. It features a
Category
Mid-20th Century Russian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Tendrils Pattern Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s, German
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Tendrils pattern glass flush mount ceiling light. Made in Germany. Gorgeous textured
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Light, Ellysett, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Ellysett
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare model. Produced by Ellysett, 1960s.
Very good vintage condition, small signs of usage.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood
Fontana Arte Style Ceiling Light, Vintage Italian Flush Mount, 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fontana Arte style ceiling light.
Made in Italy in 1960s.
Two kinds of glass.
Takes 3 halogen G9
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount Chandelier, 1960s
By Helestra
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural Sciolari / Leola style ceiling or wall flush mount by Helestra,
Germany, 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Murano Glass Ceiling Light from Kalmar, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This large ceiling lamp was designed and manufactured by J. T. Kalmar, Austria, circa 1960. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Swirl Pattern, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass flush mount ceiling light.
Swirl pattern in dark brown on white color.
Made in Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Luigi Caccia Dominioni LSP3 Brass
Glass Ceiling/Wall Light, 1960s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena LSP3 wall or ceiling light
Made in Italy, 1960s
Opalescent glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Temde Ceiling Light with Silk Lampshade - Mid-Century Design - 1960s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Beautiful ceiling lamp from Temde, the German-Swiss manufacturer of lighting fixtures headquartered
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silk
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light model 1243, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light model 1243.
Italy 1960s. Stilnovo label.
Made of copper and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Copper
Stilnovo Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Opaline Glass
Brass, 1960s Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light.
Opaline glass, brass.
Takes 1 Edison medium base bulb.
Height
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
German Vintage Textured Murano Glass Ceiling Light Flushmount, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural blown glass flushmount.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 3 x E27 (US E26).
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Large Ceiling Light by Fratelli Toso, Murano Glass, Italy, 1960s
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Brussels, BE
Large Ceiling Light by Fratelli Toso, Murano Glass, Italy, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Organic Bubble Glass Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
to 40 watts. It can be use also as a wall light or sconce. A nice addition to any room.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
German Vintage Brass Wall or Ceiling Light Flush Mount, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Minimalist brushed brass flush mount for wall or ceiling.
Germany, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 5
(Height
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Charming Vintage Murano Ceiling Light White Flowers, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous white flowers Murano ceiling light.
The ceiling light mounts 3 lamp holders with E14
Category
Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Futuristic Organic Pattern Limburg Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful organic glass flush mount. Made in Germany attributed to Glashütte Limburg. Gorgeous textured glass flush mount with metal fixture. The fixture requires one European E27 Ed...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Mid century modern Italian flush mount ceiling light, circa 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Italian flush mount ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy 1960s.
Opaline glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Petite Bubble Glass Pattern 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
Sergio Asti for Kartell ceiling suspension light, Italy circa 1960s
By Kartell, Sergio Asti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sergio Asti for Kartell suspension ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s.
Acrylic
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Sergio Asti for Kartell ceiling suspension light, Italy circa 1960s
By Kartell, Sergio Asti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sergio Asti for Kartell suspension ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s.
Acrylic
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Sergio Mazza Style Flush Mount ceiling light, Italy circa 1960s
By Sergio Mazza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
glass
Italy, 1960s.
Takes 2 medium base bulbs.
Complimentary US rewiring upon request.
Some losses and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Vintage Ceiling Light Flush Mount Chandelier, 1960s
By Helestra
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural Sciolari / Leola style ceiling or wall flush mount by Helestra,
Germany, 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Murano Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass flush mount ceiling light.
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s.
Hand blown Murano
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
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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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The Louisiana-born and -bred architect talks to 1stdibs about the art of making timeless places that matter.
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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