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XL Murano Glass Ceiling Light in the Style of Barovier, 1970s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Extra Large Size Murano glass ceiling lamp with transparant clear glass. The rich textured glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Murano Glass
XL Murano Glass Ceiling Light in the Style of Barovier, 1970s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Extra Large Size Murano glass ceiling lamp with transparant clear glass. The rich textured glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Vintage Murano Glass Ceiling Light Flush Mount Chandelier, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful Murano glass flower flush mount chandelier.
Italy, 1960s.
Lamp sockets: 6
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Rome, Murano Glass Gold\Orange Ceiling Light or Flush Mount, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
: circa 1970.
The light mounts 6 standard European e14 lamp holders, possible to switch for Usa Standards
Category
Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
XXL Murano Glass Ceiling Light in the Style of Barovier, 1970s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Splendid Extra Large Size Murano glass ceiling lamp in colored glass bead with transparant clear
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Murano Glass
Positano, Murano Glass Gold\Orange Ceiling Light or Flush Mount, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
: circa 1970.
The light mounts 6 standard European e14 lamp holders, possible to switch for Usa Standards
Category
Vintage 1970s European Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
1970s Pair of Arne Jacobsen
Eklipta
Wall or Ceiling Light for Louis Poulsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Cleaned polished and rewired
- Good original condition
- 1x , E26-E27 bulb
- US wiring compatible
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Charming Murano and Crystal Glass Vintage Ceiling Light White Flowers, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous white flowers Murano ceiling light with white murano flower and white crystal flower.
The
Category
Vintage 1970s European Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Crystal Flushmount Ceiling Light Fixture, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Miami, FL
Kinkeldey Classic German 1970s chrome and crystals flushmount, ceiling light, light fixture from
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
Glass and Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Light by F. Fabian, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Glass and Metal Flush Mount Ceiling Light by F. Fabian, 1970s, Italy
Lampshade is in very good
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Elegant Ceiling Light by Franco Luce for Seguso, Murano Glass, 1970s
By Franco Luce
Located in Roma, IT
Large and very precious Murano ceiling light with hand-blown glass leaves and gold-plated hardware
Category
Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Taormina, Murano Glass Amber\Orange Ceiling Light or Flush Mount, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
the city of Taormina in Sicily.
Period: circa 1970.
The light mounts 6 standard European e14 lamp
Category
Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Pistillino Ceiling Light by Valenti Luce for Studio Tetrarch, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large Pistillino Ceiling / Wall Light by Valenti Luce for Studio Tetrarch, 1970s
Wonderful light
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Other
1970s Italian Murano Glass Ceiling Light Design attributed to AV Mazzega
By Vistosi, Mezzaga
Located in London, GB
A glamorous ceiling light "filament". Blown clear glass components on a handmade chromed steel
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1 of 5 Midcentury Limburg Ceiling or Wall Light, Germany, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning midcentury ceiling or wall light, by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1970s.
Made of glass and
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Delicious Murano Vintage Ceiling Light White Flowers, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 2 Gorgeous white flowers Murano ceiling light.
The ceiling light mounts 2 lamp holders with
Category
Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Arlecchino, Multicolor Rainbow Murano Glass Ceiling Light or Flush Mount, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Extraordinary Rainbow Multicolor Murano glass ceiling lamp.
Period: circa 1970.
The light mounts
Category
Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
1970s Italian Murano Glass Space Age Chrome Ceiling Light by Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Palermo, PA
Amazing mid-century Murano glass ceiling light, made in Italy in the 1970s. Two Murano glasses set
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1970s Stilux Italy Production Design Two Point Light Ceiling Lamp Aluminum
By Stilux
Located in Biella, IT
Stilux Italy design years 1970 two point light ceiling lamp in alluminum and chrome
measure 40
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
1970s Mid-Century Modern Brass Italian Chandelier or Ceiling Light by Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
can be used as a ceiling or wall light not using brass cilinder on the upper part. It's in perfect
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960s 1970s Lamp Light Ceiling Flush Mount Ice Glass Space Age Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
1960s 1970s Lamp Light Ceiling Flush Mount Ice Glass Space Age Design
Object: Ceiling
Category
Vintage 1960s German Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
German Vintage Sculptural Ceiling or Wall Light Flush Mount Chandelier, 1970s
By miiss, Helestra
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural brass chandelier.
Germany, 1970s.
Shipping without bulbs.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Murano Glass Wall or Ceiling Light, Space Age Brutalist Style, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Murano Glass Wall or Ceiling Light, Space Age Brutalist Style, 1970s
Striking vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
1960s 1970s Ceiling Lamp Spotlight 3-Light in Metal Space Age Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
1960s/70s Ceiling Lamp/Spotlight, 3-Light, Metal, Space Age Style
Item: Ceiling Lamp
Manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1960s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1970s Italian Cast Aluminium, Brass and Glass Explosion Proof Ceiling Light
By Cortem
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Italian explosion proof ceiling light
Made by Cortem a manufacturer of explosion proof electrical
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Extraordinary Aluminium and Murano Glass Ceiling Light by Mazegga, 1970s, Italy
By Mazzega
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful Murano glass hanging lamp made in Italy in the 1970s. The light is made of thick Murano
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
$1,332 Sale Price
20% Off
Brass Italian Stilnovo Style Theatre Wall Ceiling Light Sconces, Italy, 1970s
By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
:
1970s
This modernist light was produced in Italy in the 1970s in Italy. It is made of brass and
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
1970s lightolier ceiling flush mount light sciolari hexagonal glass and chrome
By Alessandro Sciolari, Lightolier
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Very thick glass and high polished chrome, pairs well with vanity bulbs. Tagged by Lightolier, and in excellent vintage condition.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Art Glass
TZ LEUCHTEN Ceiling Lamp, 1970s Textured Glass Shade
Brass Light, Germany
Located in Bastogne, BE
- shaped glass shade.
- Circa 1970s.
TZ LEUCHTEN Glass Chandelier is an artfully handcrafted bright
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Charming Murano Ceiling Light Pink Flower by Seguso for Venini, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Pretty tree-light ceiling lamp with Murano glass flowers, probably made by Seguso for Venini, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Hans Kögl Design Flower-Shaped Gilt Metal Four-Light Wall or Ceiling Lamp, 1970s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Barntrup, DE
used as either a wall sconce or ceiling light. There are two almost identical light fixtures available
Category
Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Hans Kögl Design Gilt Metal Flower Shaped Four-Light Wall or Ceiling Lamp, 1970s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Barntrup, DE
used as either a wall sconce or ceiling light. There are two almost identical light fixtures available
Category
Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Peill
Putzler White Frosted Glass Flush Mount Ceiling or Wall Light, 1970s
By Peill
Putzler
Located in Barntrup, DE
Peill & Putzler white frosted glass flush mount ceiling or wall light, the 1970s
A beautiful white
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Large Vintage Murano Glass Ceiling Light White Glass with Black Rim Italy, 1970s
By Murano 5
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Steel - Italy 1970s - Kitchen Lamp, Gift
This large vintage Murano ceiling light from the 1970s
Category
20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ballarò, Italian Pink Murano Glass Leaves Ceiling Light or Flush Mount, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Splendid Murano pink glass ceiling lamp.
Period: circa 1970.
The light mounts 6 standard European
Category
Vintage 1970s European Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
A 1970s Space Age Square Smoked Mirrored Glass Italian Ceiling Light by Veca
By VECA
Located in Aci Castello, IT
type of ceiling light are considered symbol of the cultural and design influences of the 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Ceiling Light in Brass and Structured Clear Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ceiling light in glass and brass, Europe, 1970s.
Beautiful ceiling light in brass and structured
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Model Area 50 Suspension Ceiling Light by M.Bellini for Artemide, 1970s, Italy
By Mario Bellini, Artemide
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Model Area 50 Suspension Ceiling Light by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1970s, Italy
Elegant design
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic, Parchment Paper
Danish Space Age Ceiling Light by Claus Bolby for Cebo, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Manufactured by Cebo Industries, Denmark in 1975. Brown and amber colored acrylic exterior, brass center tube and supporting brass chain. Measures: Height 10.15 inches, diameter 9.75...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1970s Mid-century Modern Gilded Metal and Murano Glass Ceiling or Wall Light
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This exquisite Mid-century Modern flush mount light is an authentic piece of 1970s Italian lighting
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Fine French 1970s Chrome and Glass "Queen
s Necklace" Ceiling Light by Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Long Island City, NY
Atelier Jean Perzel - A fine French Mid-Century round "Queens Necklace" flush mount made with rough laid glass slabs set between two chrome frames and a white opaline glass diffuser ...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Polychrome Painted Metal Flower Five-Light Ceiling Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
Polychrome painted metal flower five-light ceiling light, Italy, circa the 1970s.
A beautiful
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1970s Reggiani Space Age Steel and Aluminum Italian Table Lamp or Ceiling Light
By Reggiani
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A stylish space age table lamp also usable like a ceiling light designed and manufactured in Italy
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Veca of Italy 1970s Chrome
Blue Glass Panel Pendant or Ceiling Mount Light
By VECA
Located in Montclair, NY
An elegantly designed 1970s ceiling mount pendant light by Italian lighting company Veca. Three
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
$1,760 Sale Price
37% Off
A Franco Albini style Italian 1970s pencil reed bamboo and brass ceiling light
By Franco Albini
Located in London, GB
A Franco Albini style Italian 1970s pencil reed bamboo and brass conical ceiling light, with brass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Fine French 1970s Chrome and Glass "Queen
s Necklace" Ceiling Light by Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Long Island City, NY
Atelier Jean Perzel - A fine French Mid-Century round "Queens Necklace" flush mount made with rough laid glass slabs set between two chrome frames and a white opaline glass diffuser ...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Chrome
Floral Brutalist Brass Metal Wall Ceiling Light by Willy Daro Belgium, 1970s no1
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Wall light ceiling light
Design:
Willy Daro
Origin:
Belgium
Age:
1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Saturno hanging lamp ceiling light by Kazuo Motozawa for Staff, 1970s model 5635
By Kazuo Motozawa, Staff Leuchten
Located in Berlin, DE
ceiling light was designed in the 1970s for the renowned manufacturer Staff.
Condition: Good used
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
large 12-armed solid Brass ceiling light Chandelier by WKR Lights, Germany 1970s
By Gio Ponti, WKR Leuchten, Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
brass ceiling light
Origin:
Germany
Age:
1970s
This vintage modernist light
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal, Brass
Wall and ceiling light by Kalmár
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hannover, DE
Very beautiful, large, and heavy foam glass wall and ceiling light by Kalmar from the 1970s.
Metal
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Blown Glass
$690 / item
Floral Brutalist Brass Metal Wall Ceiling Light by Willy Daro Belgium, 1970s no2
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
position. Very rare and unique design item of the 1970s. The lights can be used as wall or ceiling light
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Brass
Murano Glass Ceiling Light or Flush Mount with Gold Inclusions by Barovier 1970s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Rome, IT
Grande plafoniera in vetro di Murano con inclusioni d'oro, 1970s.
Fine ceiling light with gold
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Murano Glass
Ceiling Light with Five Pendants in Copper and Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ceiling light, glass, copper, Europe, 1970s
Wonderful ceiling light with five pendants. All lights
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Pair of White Leola Sculptural Brass 5-Light Ceiling or Wall Flushmounts, 1970s
By Leola
Located in Rijssen, NL
metal, Germany, 1960s.
Can be used as ceiling flushmount or as expressive wall light.
The light
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Rome, Murano Glass Gold\Orange Ceiling Light or Flush Mount, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
hues
Period: circa 1970.
The light mounts 6 standard European e14 lamp holders, possible to switch
Category
Vintage 1970s European Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Limburg 1970s Vintage Textured Ice Glass Flush Mount Wall or Ceiling Light/Lamp
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
One of a pair of 1970s German made light fixtures by Glashütte Limburg. These lamps feature a shade
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
1 of the 2 Leola Sculptural Brass 4-Light Ceiling or Wall Flush Mounts, 1970s
By Leola
Located in Rijssen, NL
, 1960s.
Can be used as ceiling flushmount or as expressive wall light.
In very good vintage condition
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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Ceiling Light 1970s For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of ceiling light 1970s for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique ceiling light 1970s was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. Ceiling light 1970s have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Ceiling light 1970s are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made ceiling light 1970s over the years, but those made by Glashütte Limburg, Gaetano Sciolari and Peill
Putzler are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Ceiling Light 1970s?
Prices for ceiling light 1970s start at $20 and top out at $49,129 with the average selling for $1,500.
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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.
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Questions About Ceiling Light 1970s
- 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.
- What was worn in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
- 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Was velvet used in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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