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60s 70s Ball Lamp Light Table Lamp Bedside Lamp Space Age Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s ball lamp light table lamp bedside lamp space age design Object: spherical lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

60s 70s Ball Lamp Light Table Lamp Bedside Lamp Space Age Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s ball lamp light table lamp bedside lamp space age design Object: spherical lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal, Brass

60s 70s Ball Lamp Light Table Lamp Bedside Lamp Space Age Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s ball lamp light table lamp bedside lamp space age design Object: spherical lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal, Brass

60s 70s Ball Lamp Light Table Lamp Bedside Lamp Space Age Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s ball lamp light table lamp bedside lamp space age design Object: spherical lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Three Leaf Floor lamp By Tommaso Barbi 70s.
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This floor lamp by Tommaso Barbi, designed in the 1970s, is a captivating expression of his
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage 70s Lamps

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Brass

Italian Modern Murano Glass Leaf Table Lamp, Italy 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare Murano glass leaf table lamp Made in Italy in the 70s
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Murano Glass

60s 70s table lamp table lamp Murano glass Artistica Lampadari Italy
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp table lamp Murano glass Artistica Lampadari Italy Object: table lamp
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1970s Italian Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

60s 70s floor lamp space age design metal
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s floor lamp space age design metal Object: floor lamp Manufacturer: Condition: good
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1960s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Vintage Italian Articulated Metal Table Lamp from 70s
Located in Catania, CT
Articulated table lamp produced in Italy during the 70s. Fair vintage condition with trace of age
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Vintage Space Age floor lamp in chromed metal and Glass , Made in Italy 70 s
Located in Milano, IT
Chromed floor lamp - Space Age metal lamp - Decorative floor lamp An unusual, highly decorative
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

Italian Modern Thick Glass Table Lamp from 70s
Located in Catania, CT
Great vintage condition for this table lamp made from thick glass and produced in Italy during the
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Glass

Vintage 70s two-tone aluminum table lamp - 1970
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Paris, FR
Very beautiful vintage table lamp from the 70s in aluminum, two-tone. . Can be attributed to Poul
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1970s Danish Vintage 70s Lamps

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Aluminum

Plexiglas lamp attributed to Christophe Gevers, 1970s - 70s - Belgium
By Christophe Gevers
Located in Paris, FR
Plexiglas lamp attributed to Christophe Gevers, 1970s - 70s - Belgium . The base is made of white
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1970s Belgian Vintage 70s Lamps

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Plexiglass

60s 70s table lamp desk lamp by Heinz Pfänder for Hillebrand
By Heinz Pfaender, Hillebrand
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp desk lamp by Heinz Pfänder for Hillebrand Object: table lamp Manufacturer
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1960s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Vintage 1960s-70s Reggiani Table Lamp Glass Aluminium
By Reggiani
Located in Milano, IT
Table lamp with double switch, chromed aluminum base, white glass and plasticized fabric lampshade.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Aluminum

70s 80s table lamp desk lamp by Franco Mirenzi for Valenti
By Valenti, Franco Mirenzi
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
70s 80s table lamp desk lamp by Franco Mirenzi for Valenti Object: desk lamp Manufacturer
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1980s Italian Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Vintage Fontana Arte Style Table Lamp from 70s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Catania, CT
glass and milk murano glass. Reminiscent of Fontana Arte style. Produced in Italy during the 70s. Full
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Brass

60s 70s table lamp bedside lamp brass Doria Leuchten Germany Design
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp bedside lamp brass Doria Leuchten Germany Design Object: table lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal, Brass

60s 70s Desk Lamp Table Lamp Germany Flexible Design Space Age
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s Desk Lamp Table Lamp Germany Flexible Design Space Age Object: table lamp Manufacturer
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

60s 70s table lamp clamp lamp gooseneck space age design metal
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp clamp lamp gooseneck space age design metal Object: table lamp Manufacturer
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

70s Swedish table lamp pine wood mid century modern
Located in Boden, SE
Scandinavian vintage table lamp Mid-century modern Pine wood light. This is a Scandinavian wooden
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Wood, Pine

60s 70s Ball Lamp Lamp Light Table Lamp Space Age Design Glass Metal
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s ball lamp lamp light table lamp space age design glass metal Object: spherical lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Pair Murano Mushroom Table Lamps by Vistosi, Italy 70s
By Vistosi
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of Mid Century Murano glass table or nightstands lamps made in Italy in the 70s Made by
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Murano Glass

60s 70s Ball Lamp Lamp Light Table Lamp Space Age Design Glass Metal
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s ball lamp lamp light table lamp space age design glass metal Object: spherical lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Giotto Stoppino, Italian Vintage Table Lamp from 70s
By Giotto Stoppino
Located in Catania, CT
table lamp designed by Giotto Stoppino for Valenti Luce. Made from metal frame and plastic. Full working
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

70s Chrome Round Table Lamp by DDD Design
By DDD Design
Located in Milan, IT
Large chrome table lampmanufactured by DDD Design. Two symmetrical metal shells hide the light source, providing a space-age atmosphere.
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1970s European Vintage 70s Lamps

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Chrome

Floor Lamp Luci 70s 80s Italian modern Stilnovo style
By Stilnovo, luci
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Floor lamp designed by STD for Luci. Designed and published probably in the late 70s or early 80s
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Steel

Pr. Mid Century Space Age Bulbous Form Table Lamps in White Finish c. 1950/70 s
By Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
Voguish pair of white on white table lamps of repeating graduated size disks, sometimes referred
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Ceramic

60s 70s Floor Lamp Lyfa Danish Modern Design Denmark
By Lyfa
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s floor lamp Lyfa Danish Modern Design Denmark 60s 70s Object: floor lamp Manufacturer
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1970s Danish Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Large Murano 70s Mushroom Table Lamp in Pink Swirl Glass
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Large Murano 70s Mushroom Table Lamp in Pink Swirl Glass Extra large vintage Murano mushroom table
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Murano Glass

Italian Murano 70s Mushroom Table Lamp in Pink Swirl Glass
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Murano 70s Mushroom Table Lamp in Pink Swirl Glass Original Italian vintage Murano
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Murano Glass

Vintage Adjustable Italian Solid Brass Floor Lamp from 70s
Located in Catania, CT
Great vintage condition with normal trace of age and use for this halogen floor lamp produced in
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Brass

Rare Monumental Italian Cocoon Floor Lamp, Italy 60/70s
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos, Goldkant Leuchten
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Monumental Italian Cocoon Floor Lamp, Italy 60s This exceptional piece is a striking example
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1960s European Space Age Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

60s 70s table lamp bedside lamp chrome Doria glass space age design
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp bedside lamp chrome Doria glass space age design Object: table lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

60s 70s table lamp bedside lamp chrome Doria glass space age design
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp bedside lamp chrome Doria glass space age design Object: table lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

Gallotti e Radice, Vintage glass table lamp from 70s
By Gallotti Radice
Located in Catania, CT
This table lamp made from thick glass and nickeled brass has been designed by Gallotti e Radice and
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Brass

60s 70s table lamp Egon Hillebrand ball lamp space age metal design
By Egon Hillebrand
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp Egon Hillebrand ball lamp space age metal design Object: table lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

60s 70s table lamp Egon Hillebrand spherical lamp Space Age metal design
By Egon Hillebrand
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp Egon Hillebrand spherical lamp Space Age metal design Object: table lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

60s 70s Table Lamp Bedside Lamp Chrome Doria Glass Space Age Design
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp bedside lamp chrome Doria glass space age design Object: table lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

Vintage desk lamp, Germany, Vintage desk lamp, VEB Narva Leuchtenbau Lengefe 70s
Located in Torino, IT
Vintage desk lamp, Vintage desk lamp, VEB Narva Leuchtenbau Lengefeld, Germany, 1970s, Germany
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Vintage Space Age Table Lamp: Design from the 70s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage Space Age Table Lamp! Very rare object! Introducing this stunning table lamp that captures
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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Vintage 70s Lamps

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Chrome

Adjustable Floor Lamp Model Faro by Guzzini, Italy 70s
By iGuzzini, Harvey Guzzini
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare and superb Mid Century Floor Lamp, model Faro, designed by Harvey Guzzini and produced in
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

Gherpe table lamp by Superstudio for Poltronova 60s, 70s
By Superstudio
Located in Padova, IT
This is a very impressive table or floor lamp, model 'Gherpe' made by Superstudio for Poltronova
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Steel

Metal Arc floor lamp by Pirro Cuniberti for Sirrah 70s
By Sirrah, Pirro Cuniberti
Located in Padova, IT
. One of his most famous designs is the "PR" floor lamp created for the firm Sirrah in 1970. Major
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

70s Italian glass and chromed brass lamp edited by Lumieres
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large Italian table lamp from the 70's in a futuristic style edited by Lumières. Chrome-plated
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Brass

70s Space Age Stilux Production Italy Big Floor Lamp
By Stilux
Located in Biella, IT
Stilux floor lamp space age design years '70. Rare and good vintage condition a measure 80
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal, Aluminum

Vintage French Table Lamps Blue Gold Giltwood Pineapple Lamps 70s France, a Pair
By Maison Jansen, Chapman Manufacturing Company, Henredon, Maison Charles, Frederick Cooper
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
A paair vintage 1970s French lamps blue and faux gold giltwood pineapple table lamps. Material
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Space Age Desk Lamp Postmodernes Memphis Design Made In Italy, 70s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Space Age Desk Lamp Postmodernes Memphis Design Made in Italy, 70s Exceptionally minimalist, Space
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

White Glass Table Lamp with a Pliche Fabric Shade, 70s
By Murano 5
Located in Oirlo, LI
White Glass Table Lamp With a Pliche Fabric Shade, 70s Additional information: Dimensions: 35 W x
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20th Century German Hollywood Regency Vintage 70s Lamps

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Brass

60s 70s table lamp ball lamp Doria "Big Ball" glass space age design
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp ball lamp Doria "Big Ball" glass space age design Object: table lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

2x 60s 70s XL table lamp table lamp aluminum metal space age design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
2x 60s 70s XL table lamp table lamp aluminum metal space age design Object: 2x table lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

Mid Century Post Modern Tótem Form Table Lamp by Adrian Pearsall for Modeline
By Modeline Lamp Co., Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Modeline Lamp Company, California circa 1960/70’s. The lamp features a wood base, white plastic diffuser
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Plastic, Lucite, Wood

60s 70s table lamp Ingo Maurer Gulp tube lamp chrome metal Space Age
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp Ingo Maurer Gulp tube lamp chrome metal Space Age Object: table lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

Post-Modern hand-crafted Cocoon resin table lamps, Italy, 70s
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos, Tobia Scarpa
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Pair of sculptural hand-crafted cocoon table lamps, Italy, 1970s. Formed by several varnished pine
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 70s Lamps

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Resin, Wood, Pine

60s 70s table lamp plastic metal Sonnenkind Tele Ambiance France
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp plastic metal Sonnenkind Tele Ambiance France Object: table lamp Manufacturer
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1970s French Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

60s 70s Table Lamp Ball Lamp Doria "Big Ball" Glass Space Age Design
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s table lamp ball lamp Doria "Big Ball" glass space age design Object: table lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal, Brass

XXL 60s 70s Ball Lamp Light Table Lamp Space Age Design Glass Metal
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
XXL 60s 70s Ball lamp light table lamp space age design glass metal Object: spherical lamp
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1970s German Vintage 70s Lamps

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Metal

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Vintage 70S Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage 70s lamps available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage 70s lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, chrome and glass. There are all kinds of vintage 70s lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of vintage 70s lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern vintage 70s lamps are of considerable interest. Tommaso Barbi, Artemide and Koch Lowy each produced beautiful vintage 70s lamps that are worth considering.

How Much are Vintage 70S Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,571, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $18,387 highest priced.

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 Vintage 70s Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The sunglasses that were popular in the 70s were those that were large and often square in shape. A popular 70s style was the aviator style. Many of the 70s style glasses were characterized by colored lenses and funky frames. Shop 1970s sunglasses and other vintage sunglasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What the ’70s glasses were called depended on the shape of their frames. Sunglasses and eyeglasses that feature rounded frames with a double bridge are aviator glasses. The oversized women's sunglasses that feature curved, thick frames are butterfly sunglasses, while the angular looks worn by Elton John and other celebrities of the 1970s are square sunglasses. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage sunglasses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many kinds of skirts were popular in the 1970s, including denim skirts, A-line skirts, and peasant skirts. Earth tones, pastels, and wildly colorful patterns were common styles of the 70s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide collection of vintage 1970s skirts from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, platform shoes are not from the ‘70s. Platform shoes have been around for centuries, with origins in Greek theater. Salvatore Ferragamo popularized the footwear again in the 1930s with his rainbow-soled design. Find vintage and contemporary platform shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In order to dress for a ‘70s party, it is important to dress in the styles of the day. Namely, opt for bell-bottom jeans, polyester tops, shirts and jackets with wide lapels, peasant tops and halter tops. Additionally, choose bright colors and patterns such as tie-dye.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    From crinkle boots to platform boots, there were many different styles of boot found in the 1970s. One of the most popular and famous styles from the time was the go-go boot which first rose to prominence in the 60s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage boots from the 1970s from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    There are a few options for how you should dress for a ’70s party. You can go for the hippie look with dramatic bell-bottoms, fringed jackets and vests and embroidered blouses, or try a sporty look by pairing a vintage tee with high-waisted, button-fly flared jeans and clogs or platform shoes. For a straight-from-the-disco aesthetic, look for surplice and halter dresses decked out in sequins. Men can make a 1970s-inspired statement with a leisure suit or bell-bottoms matched with a turtleneck. Aviator sunglasses are great accessories for both men and women. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of 1970s apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage Stiffel lamps, first check a piece for any markings. Nearly all Stiffel lamps have a marking at least on the switch, but some also feature large foil stamps on their bases or bulb sockets. By comparing the marks on your lamp to images and descriptions published on trusted online resources, you can often determine approximately when Stiffel produced your lamp. If your lamp is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage. Older Stiffel lamps are antiques, and newer ones are contemporary. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find an assortment of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a brass lamp is vintage, you'll need to determine if it is 20 to 99 years old by conducting online research or having an expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, evaluate it. If you prefer to do the research yourself, first look for the maker's markings. Then, consult trusted online resources to identify the maker and read further to find out when the company was active and manufacturing similar lamps. Checking the plug can also be helpful. If it has two prongs of the same size, you can conclude that your lamp was made in 1962 or before, as U.S. standards set that year required all lamps to feature polarized plugs with one large and one small prong. Keep in mind that it is possible to rewire a lamp, and some makers switched to polarized plugs before the standard was established, so the lack of a non-polarized plug doesn't necessarily mean a lamp isn't pre-1962. Find a large selection of vintage brass table lamps on 1stDibs.