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Space Age Lighting

SPACE AGE STYLE

Vintage Space Age furniture captured post–World War II optimism with swooping shapes, bowed lines and experimentation with new materials including plastic and fiberglass.

From the launch of the Sputnik 1 satellite in 1957 to the landing of Apollo 11 astronauts on the moon in 1969, the space race between the Soviet Union and the United States propelled advancements in technology that transformed culture. Space Age design encompassed fashion, architecture, cars, furniture and objects for the home, bringing wonder and hope for the future into everyday life.

Coinciding with Pop art, Space Age style featured bold colors and forms. Eero Aarnio’s Ball chair, which debuted in 1966, used molded fiberglass for a capsule-like space while Verner Panton’s 1959 Panton chair was a single piece of molded plastic for a gravity-defying S shape. Red versions of Olivier Mourgue’s 1964 Djinn chair were futuristic enough to appear on the space station in Stanley Kubrick’s 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey. Today, Joe Colombo is revered as a master of modern Italian design thanks to the provocative modular furniture pieces he created, such as the Tube chair and the Elda armchair, both of which embody the future-forward spirit of the Space Age.

The Space Age spirit extended to home building too. The futuristic Case Study Houses, which were designed by the likes of Pierre Koenig, Charles and Ray Eames, Richard Neutra and Whitney R. Smith, are considered a high point of modernism and the Southern California lifestyle.

Sometimes the nods to space exploration were more literal, like moon and star motifs or the 1965 Eclisse lamp by Vico Magistretti that saw the mid-century Italian designer integrating a movable inner shade to “eclipse” the light source. Alongside the pioneering moon missions, JVC manufactured the Videosphere portable television reminiscent of the Apollo 11 space helmets.

Although the style faded in the 1970s — with the 1975 joining of the Apollo and Soyuz spacecrafts signaling a new era of cooperation and the global oil crisis impacting the availability of plastics — the era’s innovations influenced designers into the 21st century such as Zaha Hadid and Djivan Schapira.

Find a collection of vintage Space Age seating, tables, lighting and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Space Age
Mid-20th Century Original Sputnik Chandelier
Located in CABA, AR
This is a mid-century modern Sputnik chandelier, originating from the Space Age period. It features a central, often spherical or slightly elongated, core from which numerous arms or...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Space Age Lighting

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Metal

1 of the 2 Glass Pedant from Glashütte Limburg, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful glass pendant from Glashütte Limburg, 1960s. The octogonal metal frame holds the hand blown glass. Good quality and in perfect condition. Cleaned, re-wired and ready to u...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Large 1970s Peill Putzler Striped Silky Glass Mushroom Table Lamps
Located in London, England
Pair of 1970s Large German Peill Putzler opaque white and striped glass mushroom shaped table lamps. The darker frosted stripe runs over the entire body of the lamps at varyin...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Harveiluce Guzzini Bugia 1970s Table Lamp by Giuseppe Cormio, Set of 2
By Harvey Guzzini, Giuseppe Cormio
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Iconic pair of table lamp ‘Bugia’ designed by Giuseppe Cormio for Milano 1975 Fair and produced by Harvey Guzzini in 1976. Bugia has a sleek, curved base made of a metal sheet with a tiltable half globe lampshade that allows to adjust the light. This piece comes with the pure white color – a signature of elegance and versatility. This rare table version of the iGuzzini Bugia...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Vintage Pendant Chandelier 1970s Space Age Ufo Atom Lamp Chrome, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage Pendant Chandelier - 1970s Space Age UFO Atom Lamp in Chrome Introducing a captivating vintage pendant chandelier, a true embodiment of the 1970s Sp...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Glass

Mid-Century Modern Sconce by Targetti Sankey, Italy, circa 1970
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Space Age sconce in hand blown clear and dark blue Murano glass and chromed and lacquered (white) metal, manufactured by Targetti Sankey and still retaining the original label, circa...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Blown Glass

Set of 5 Wall or Ceiling Lamps by Staff Leuchten, 1960s, Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in aluminium metal and plastic, each lamp needs 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Our lamps are checked...
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1960s Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Aluminum

Barbier Style French Space Age Brass Table Lamp (Without Lampshade)
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We invite you to carefully read the entire description, as we strive to provide detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. This exquisite ...
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Mid-20th Century French Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Space Age Floor Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Space Age floor lamp made in Italy in 1960s. White metal base with new paint. Three chrome arms with age patina. Light blue blown glass shades Rewired: 3x40W, E12-E14 bulbs US plug a...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

MOLLA lamps by Franca Stagi Cesare Leonardi for LUMENFORM, 1970s
Located in Athens, Attiki
MOLLA lamps by Franca Stagi & Cesare Leonardi for LUMENFORM, 1970s 2 beautiful vintage lamps by the designers Franca Stagi & Cesare Leonardi. The condition is very good, only minimal...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Several Beautiful Brass Glass Flush Mounts by Doria Leuchten, Germany 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful donut glass wall light/flush mount by Doria Leuchten, Germany 1970s. The glass is mounted on a brass back plate. Can be used as a wall light or flush mount. Please notice...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

1970s Italian Space Age Chrome Wall or Ceiling Light with Mirrored Bulbs
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
This rare Italian wall or ceiling light from the 1970s is a striking example of Space Age design. Featuring a square chrome-plated structure measuring 22 × 22 cm with a depth of 11 c...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Steel

Mid-Century Modern Sconce by Aldo Nason for Mazzega in Murano glass
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Space Age two-light sconce designed by Aldo Nason, circa 1970 in Murano glass in the 'Pulegoso' technique and chrome and black hardware.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome, Iron

Vintage Halogen Hala floor lamp van 1980s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Halogen floor lamp . Standing on a Bal joint .so it stands in every position you want .Bright Red shade . good working dimmer .Very good condition . so stylish. Plea...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

1 of the 4 Valenti Luce Pistillino Wall Lights, Italy, 1970
Located in Rijssen, NL
Hard to find out-of-production collectible Pistillino lamp with gold brushed finish. The Pistillino lamp is widely recognized as one of the most beautiful lamps ever made! The Pistil...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Gold

Space Age Eye Ball Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Italy in 1970s, - made of metal, - fair original condition, - shows signs of use.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Italy space age Adjustable table lamp Drive Adalberto Dal Lago Bieffeplast 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age Adjustable table lamp Drive by Adalberto Dal Lago for Bieffeplast, 1970s Vintage table lamp mod. Drive table lamp in black and white plastic. The adjustable diffuse...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Plastic

1970 Italy White iGuzzini Lucite Space Age Wall Sconces by Guzzini, Set of 2
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pair of space age wall lights with white plastic lampshades mounted with chromed metal buttons. Designed and manufactured by iGuzzini, Italy in the 1970s. Measures: diamete...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Vintage Space Age Floor Lamp in Chromed Metal With Magnetic Lights by Reggiani
Located in Milano, IT
When thinking of chromed lamps from the mid-century period it's hard not to remember Goffredo Reggiani, the obscure yet famed italian entrepreneur and light designer. Particularly ke...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

Space Age Swing-Arm Wall Lamp with Orange Flower Shade, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Space age swing-arm wall lamp with orange flower shade. The swing arm allows you to adjust the length of the lamp. Also the position of the shade can be adjusted. The lamp requires a...
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20th Century Space Age Lighting

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Fabric

Pair of Putzler Wall Lights, Sculptural Glass and Chrome, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Putzler wall lights in sculptural glass on a highly polished chrome frame, circa 1970s, Germany. Statement pieces. A clear design, with modern materials and special textures....
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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

1 of the 2 Pan Ceramics Green Textured Square Wall Lights, 1960s
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 green textured square wall lights, manufactured by Pan Ceramics in the 1960s. This lamp is a blend of playful and sleek design, making it a bold statement piece that adds ...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Ceramic

VeArt Italy Artemide Floor Lamp Design by Jeannot Cerutti
Located in Oirlo, LI
Afna 'floor lamp by VeArt ARtemide. Design in Italy made in the 20th century. A design by Jeannot Cerutti. The shade is made of white frosted glass.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel, Chrome

Mid century 1970 s chrome pendant light by Motoko Ishii for STAFF Leuchten
Located in Liberty, NY
Beautiful mid century 1970's chrome pendant light by Motoko Ishii for STAFF Leucten Germany. Great minimal design with the signature oversized glass globe resembling a bulb - measuri...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Lido Mushroom Table Lamp by Peill Putzler, 1970s Space Age Design
Located in London, England
La grande lampe Lido Mushroom, conçue par Peill Putzler en Allemagne dans les années 1970, incarne à la perfection le style Space Age de cette époque fascinante. Telle une œuvr...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Blown Glass

Orange Cased Glass Pendant Light, 1970s
Located in Mortsel, BE
This vibrant pendant light dates from the 1970s and is a playful example of the Space Age / Pop Art aesthetic. The lamp features a hand-blown glass shade, the interior is lined with ...
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1970s Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Glass

Mod 5-Light Chrome and Glass Ball Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Chic and decorative mod midcentury chandelier having 5 art glass ball globe shades, each having an opaline white to clear fade surface, with a bright chrome body and dramatic curved ...
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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Space Age Pendant Attributed to Fabio Lenci Made in Chrome and Murano Glass
Located in Roma, IT
A Space Age Pendant made in Italy between the 1960s and 1970s composed of a sphere in Murano glass shaded from teal to transparent with a diameter of 26 cm, wrapped and supported by ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp in Murano Glass, Italy, circa 1970
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Beautiful lamp from the Space Age era in the shape of a cone. The Murano glass shade is manufactured in white, blue and clear. The metal base is lacquered in white and blue. Lamp ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Murano Glass

Space Age Chrome and Brushed Alloy UFO Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Italy
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful Italian Space Age UFO ceiling lamp. Chromed metal and brushed alloy with white interior. Fully working and tested condition with six E27 Ed...
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Aluminum, Chrome

Patinated Brass Space Age Orbital Floor Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Space Age, patinated brass floor lamp with adjustable orbital shade.
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1980s American Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Elegant 1960s Brass Ceiling Lamp with 9 Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This piece is a golden 9-arm orbital Lamp with white opaline glass beads from the 1960s. It has an E14 socket. Very elegant and decorative.
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Six-light pendant lamp DLG Gaetano Scolari for Guzzini, Italy, circa 1970
Located in LYON, FR
Six-light pendant lamp inspired by Gaetano Scolari for Guzzini, Italy, circa 1970. Circular chromed metal structure fitted with six white opaline glass globes. A geometric and balanc...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel

Anders Pherson for Atelje Lyktan, Black Tube Desk Lamp, 1970s, Sweden
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice black tube desk lamp Design by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lykan,1960s, Sweden. signed. Good condition.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Plastic

Space Age Pendant Light by Sothis in Opalescent Murano Glass
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Space Age chandelier in Murano glass, designed by Sothis, holds one light, the glass has a blue opaline shade that can vary depending on the bulb used, circa 1970. Measurements Shade is 39 cm high with a 17 cm diameter, There is a larger matching chandelier...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Blown Glass

Lamp from table Cactus by Giovanni and Gianpiero Bassi for Studio Luce
Located in Cerignola, IT
Beautiful table lamp by Italian design duo Giovanni and Gianpiero Bassi who designed this "Cactus" table lamp for Studio Luce in 1969. The construction consists of a cylindrical-shap...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel

Metal ‘Dania Table Lamp by Dario Tognon and Studio Celli for Artemide, 1969
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive Dania table lamp in very good condition. Designed by Dario Tognon and Studio Celli. Manufactured by Artemide, After the introduction in 1969 Artemide produced the lamp only for a few years. The sculptural and organic shape of the Dania lamp...
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20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Aluminum, Enamel

Acrylic Glass Orange and White Space Age Hanging Lamp, 1970 s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Small orange space age acrylic glass pendant lamp. The plexiglass shade produces a magnificent, warm light. The lamp requires one E26/27 lightbulb. Additional information: Materials...
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20th Century Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Mid-century ufo cocoon hanging pendant lamp with brass 1960s
Located in Zaandam, NL
Absolutely stunning ufo pendant hanging lamp with patinated brass attributed to Italy although Germany is also very well known for its cocoon lamps. The brass is in a lovely patinate...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Motoko Ishii Chrome Sputnik for Lightolier
Located in Hanover, MA
From the Space Crystal collection designed by Motoko Ishii, the multi-award winning savant of architectural lighting, created in 1972 for West German firm Staff Leuchten.. This UL ...
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1970s American Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Chrome

Beautiful Ceramic Wall Light in the style of Axella, Denmark 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular circular ceramic wall light, with beautiful accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. In excellent condition, in the style of Axella. A beautiful wall light that com...
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1970s Danish Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Ceramic

Vintage Goffredo Reggiani floor lamp in chromed metal, Italian Space Age, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
When thinking of chromed laps from the mid-century period it's hard not to remember Goffredo Reggiani, the obscure yet famed italian entrepreneur and light designer. All charachteris...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel, Chrome

1970s German Peill Putzler Domed Frosted Glass Wall Light or Flush Mount Light
Located in London, England
A small Mid Century Modern 1970s German Peill Putzler domed frosted glass ceiling flush mount ceiling or wall light. The frosted cloud-like white swirls around the grey tinted...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Pair of Mid-Century Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture or Wall Sconce in Wro
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of ceiling or wall sconce with mid-century Spanish sunrays. Brass flush mount with variegated gold metal frame. Sun blast. Measurements: 17 cms deep. This piece can be placed as...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Italian Space Age Cubic Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari for Mazzega, 1970s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Charming Italian "Space Age" Murano glass cubic shape chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari per Mazzega manufacturer, from the 1970s. Blown Murano glass in amber clear color with chromium s...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel

1960s Small Space Age Rocket Table Lamp
Located in Praha, CZ
Mid-century space age table lamp called 'rocket'. Produced in former Czechoslovakia. The top of the lamp is 13 cm wide and the widest point is 17 cm. Good original condition. Bulb: 1...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Space Age Lighting

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Metal

sandblasted galss chrome plated metal 1960s 2137 wall lamp by Fontana Arte
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Fontana Arte wall light Italy, 1960s production. Chrome plated metal structure and sandblasted opaline glass shade. Four lights with E14 socket. Support LED Excellent condition. Po...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass, Chrome

Vintage Red Herda Diabolo Wall Lamp Copper Space Age Lamp
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Very hip, small Herda diabolo with red/orange lacquer. The lamp has two lightsources: one in the front and one in the back. The lamp is made out of metal and aluminium. The lamp requ...
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20th Century Space Age Lighting

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Copper

White Mid Century Dijkstra Flexible Snake Mushroom Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
White space age 'snake' floor lamp by Dijkstra with flexible 'snake' arm and white mushroom shade. The swing mechanism of the base allows you to position the lamp in any way desirabl...
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20th Century Space Age Lighting

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Metal

3 Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Sconces by Venini, circa 1960
Located in Merida, Yucatan
3 Mid-Century Modern Murano glass sconces manufctured by Venini, circa 1960, in clear and amber thick Murano glass slabs. Metal hardware lacquered white. It is shown with warm and ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Murano Glass

Set of Four Stilnovo Wall Sconces, Italy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare set of four Stilnovo sconces of metal and glass in very good condition with minor wear. Made in Italy.
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Italian Grey White Metal Outdoor Wall Light, 1960s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This wall light was designed in Italy in the 1960s. It was meant for outdoor use with a more resistant kind of paint, but can be used indoors as well. It is made from painted metal a...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Aluminum

1980s German Glashütte Limburg Opaque White Glass Brass Pendant Hanging Light
Located in London, England
1980s German large opalescent white and polished brass domed cylindrical pendant lamp manufactured by Glashütte Limburg. This elegant industrial looking lamp is very large and heavy....
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1980s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Brass

Birillo, Floor Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1970s
Located in Brussel, BE
Italian tall floor lamp made of two Murano glass illuminated bulb, one orange and one opaline white , fixed by a chrome strapping in the center...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Chrome Gold Triangle Design Pair of Sconces by J.T. Kalmar, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Chrome and Gold metal Triangle design Pair of Sconces by J.T. Kalmar, 1970s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps. Lamps are in very good condition. These lamps works wi...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

vintage space age ceramic lamp - 1970s
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
- good condition with slight signs of use 25 cm x 24 cm
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Ceramic

Massive Sculptural Chromed Floor Lamp, adjustable arms, Italian Collectible
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Light / Chrome lamp / Italian Designer Lighting Massive Sculptural Chromed Floor Lamp, adjustable arms, Italian Collectible When thinkin...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Robert Sonneman Chrome Articulating Eyeball Floor Lamp
Located in New Windsor, NY
Chrome articulating eyeball floor lamp by Robert Sonneman. Black powder coated iron base that support a slender chrome stem ending in the eyeball orb lamp at the top. Adjustable so i...
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1960s American Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Steel, Chrome, Iron

Nelson Floor lamp by Claudio Dini Ignazia Favata for Francesconi, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Nelson floor lamp, designed by Claudio Dini and Ignazia Favata and manufactured by Francesconi, in 1976. This floor lamp has a heavy metal base and a chrome-plated metal stem, holdi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal

Floor Lamp Metal Chrome Murano Glass by Aldo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare Floor lamp ghost model metal chrome and blown bubble Murano glass by Aldo Nason, the Carlo Nason brother for the manufacture Mazzega Murano. Famous manufacture like Venini, Vist...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Metal, Chrome

Space Age lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age lighting for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, mirrors and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Mazzega Murano, Peill Putzler, Kaiser Leuchten, and Staff Leuchten. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $111 and tops out at $39,124 while the average work can sell for $1,474.