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Stilnovo ceiling suspension, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo ceiling suspension.
Designed and made in Italy, 1960s.
Opaline glass, patinated brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$3,900 / item
Stilnovo style wall light, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo style wall light.
Made in Italy in 1960s.
Opalescent glass, nickel plated brass.
One
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Midcentury Modern Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Large Vintage Arc Lamp, Italy, 1960s
A stunning and XL vintage Italian arc lamp from the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Chrome
Oscar Torlasco Attributed Brass Table Lamp, Italy 1960s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oscar Torlasco attributed brass table lamp
Designed and made in Italy in 1960s
2 candelabra sockets
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Stilnovo, Table Lamp, Metal, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
A black and white-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced by Stilnovo, Milan, Italy, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Glass Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Glass table lamp, manufactured in Italy, 1960s. Glass frame, brass detail, paper shade. Good
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Green Metal Table Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
An Italian table lamp made in the 1960s. The lighting has an exceptional design.
The light
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Stilnovo ceiling pendant, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo ceiling pendant
Made in Italy in 1960s.
Takes one medium base bulb.
Complimentary US
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
$1,800 / item
1960s Italian Crystal Chandelier
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Italian crystal chandelier. Iron frame. A few crystals missing.
Category
Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Murano glass ceiling pendant, Italy 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Murano glass ceiling pendant.
Italy 1960s.
Handblown glass, brass.
Rewired for US with custom chain
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Helga Floor Lamp by Silvio Bilangione, Italy, 1960s
By Silvio Bilangione
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original Helga floor lamp by Silvio Bilangione, produced by Fumagalli, Italy in the 1960's
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Wood
Chrome and Plexiglass Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1960s table lamp.
Large solid plexiglass base with chrome details and original textile
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Italian Toleware Flush Mount, 1960s
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This vintage 1960s Italian flush mount is a true statement piece, crafted in gold painted iron with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount
Materials
Iron
1960
s Crystal
brass table lamp attributed to Barovier
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Schoorl, NL
Majestic table lamp attributed to Barovier, each layer a different cut that makes the light sparkle through the room.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Fontana Arte style ceiling light, Italy circa 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fontana Arte style ceiling light.
Made in Italy in 1960s.
Two kinds of glass.
Takes 4 candelabra
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Stilnovo ceiling suspension, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo ceiling suspension.
Designed and made in Italy, 1960s.
Opaline glass, patinated brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$3,900 / item
Italian Double Bamboo Lantern Pendant, 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
An Italian double lantern pendant from the 1960s, its cylindrical shades woven in warm bamboo. Each
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Green Industrial metal desk lamp Italy, 1960s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Mid-century industrial metal desk lamp made in Italy in the 1960s.
Italian industrial production
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Murano 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
Brutalist Longboard Hanging Lantern Hammered Glass by Poliarte, Italy 1960s
By Poliarte, Albano Poli
Located in Hannover, DE
This brutalist pendant lamp made of hammered glass is something truly special. The glass was lovingly crafted by hand, and its beauty is reminiscent of a raw gemstone — it's a true w...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Brutalist Lanterns
Materials
Metal, Copper
Toni Zuccheri, Flush Mount, Glass, Metal, Italy, 1960s
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and black-lacquered metal flush mount designed and produced by Toni Zuccheri, Italy, c
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Stilnovo Flush Mount Ceiling Lights, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light
Made in Italy in 1960s.
Textured glass, enameled metal, brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stilux Milano Desk / Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo, Stilux
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant adjustable desk lamp, made by Stilux Milano, Italy in the 1960s. With a marble base
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Italian 1960s Drop Pendant Light
Located in CA, CA
An Italian 1960s classic oval shaped single pendant drop lamp in the style of Fontana Arte.
Two
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Patinated Brass
Opaline Sconces att. Luigi Caccia Dominioni - Italy 1960
s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern sconces. Attributed to Luigi Caccio Dominioni.
Price
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Vintage Table Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy 1960s.
By Stilnovo
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Table Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy 1960s.
h58×25×25 cm.
Brass structure, opal glass base
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Chrome Italian Gooseneck Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial chrome flexible gooseneck table lamp made in Italy during the 1960s. Original vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Iron
Joe Colombo, Table Lamp, Acrylic, Italy, 1960s
By Kartell, Joe Colombo
Located in High Point, NC
A white and orange acrylic table lamp designed by Joe Colombo and produced by Kartell, Italy, c
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Italian 1960s Carved Alabaster Acanthus Form Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian hand-carved solid alabaster acanthus form lamps, circa 1960's.
The lamps have
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster
$3,500 / item
Tommaso Barbi, Table Lamp, Brass, Italy, 1960s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in High Point, NC
A brass table lamp designed by Tommaso Barbi and produced by G&G, Italy, 1960s.
Overall Dimensions
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Stilnovo Cascading Chandelier, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo ceiling suspension, Italy circa 1960s
Five opaline glass shades in different shapes
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
1960s Pair of Italian Ceramic Studio Lamps
Located in New York, NY
1960s pair of Italian ceramic studio lamps. The lamps have vibrant colors, black lacquered base and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$11,000 / set
Murano ceiling light by Vistosi, Italy circa 1960s
By Vistosi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
is new and custom made.
Designed and made in Italy, 1960s.
White opaline glass, enameled metal.
Takes
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Vintage Pendant Light Flower, Italy 1960s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage beautiful pendant lamp made in Italy in the 1960s.
Unusual painting in the form of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Ceiling Lamp in Plastic Polymer by Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1960
s
By Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
& Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Plastic polymer resin applied with
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron
Vintage Chrome Italian Gooseneck Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial chrome flexible gooseneck table lamp with clamp base made in Italy during the 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Iron
1960s
Alberello
Floor Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in London, London
Alberello Floor Lamp by Stilnovo
A striking 1960s floor lamp by Stilnovo, Italy, featuring seven
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
1960
s Bitossi Gold Glazed Table Lamp with Decorative Hand Incised Bands
By Bitossi
Located in Knebel, DK
1960's Bitossi Gold Glazed Table Lamp with Decorative Hand Incised Bands
These hand incised
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Stilnovo Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo flush mount ceiling light
Made in Italy in 1960s.
Textured glass, enameled metal, brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo cascading chandelier, Italy 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo cascading chandelier.
Designed and made in Italy, 1960s
Opaline glass, brass, enameled
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
$2,880 Sale Price
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1960s Italian Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Italian table lamp , the lamp has not the shade and is rewired USA.
The condition is
Category
Antique 1630s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
$2,800
Vintage Italian Stilnovo Milano Desk Lamp, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage metal desk lamp produced by Stilnovo Italy during the 1960s.
Condition: Vintage, lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1960s Italian Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in Praha, CZ
- cleaned polished and rewired
- 1x , E26-E27 bulbs
- US wiring compatible
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Stilnovo, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Acrylic, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, white acrylic and black-lacquered metal table lamp produced by Stilnovo, Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Taccia Table Lamps by Achille Castiglioni, 1960s Italy
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for the lighting manufacturer Flos, these robust objects stand as a testament to the quality and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Italian Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Italian Table Lamp, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Table Lamps
Materials
Marble
Vintage italian floor lamp, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
a nice warm light.
1960s, Italy
Good condition with normal age related wear.
Dimensions:
Height
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Stilux, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Acrylic, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, green-lacquered metal and white opaline acrylic table lamp produced by Stilux, Italy, c
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo sconce, Italy circa 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stilnovo sconce, attributed.
Designed and manufactured in Italy in 1960s
2 candelabra sockets
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Designer, Wall Light, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A Murano glass and brass wall light likely designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Overall
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Hebi
Table Lamp by Isao Hosoe, Italy, 1960s
By Isao Hosoe
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Designed by Isao Hosoe for Valenti Luce this table lamp embodies the playful spirit of Italian
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Adjustable Wood
Brass Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Adjustable table lamp in a wood structure and brass details made in Italy in the 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Murano ceiling light by Vistosi, Italy circa 1960s
By Vistosi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
custom made.
Designed and made in Italy.
White opaline glass, metal.
Takes 3 Edison bulbs.
Complimentary
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Metal, Glass, Marble, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, metal, glass and marble floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass, Metal
1960s Large Toleware Italian Gilt Flower Light
Located in Hastings, GB
1960s large gilt flower Italian wall/ceiling light.
Fabulous gilt toleware light in the form of a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Alessandro Mendini Cubosfera Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Milan, IT
Alessandro Mendini Cubosfera table lamp, Italy, 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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.
Glass, metal.
Takes
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
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1960s Italian Lighting For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of 1960s Italian lighting for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of 1960s Italian lighting you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each choice in our collection of 1960s Italian lighting bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of 1960s Italian lighting that is appealing in its simplicity, but Stilnovo, Venini and Gaetano Sciolari produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a 1960s Italian Lighting?
Prices for a piece of 1960s Italian lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $9,000,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,943.
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 Italian Lighting
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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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