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Space Age Dressers

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.

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Style: Space Age
Space Age Five Drawer Dresser in Yellow and White
Located in Redding, CT
Space Age Five Drawer Dresser in Yellow and White. Or Green and White. The colored panels are interchangeable. Choose Lime green or lemon yellow. How creative. More photos to be adde...
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1970s Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Metal

Space Age Chest by Giovanni Maur, 1960s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Add a touch of cosmic chic to your bedroom with this Tan Space Age Treco Chest by Giovanni Maur. Its sleek design and space-inspired details will transport you to a time when the fut...
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1960s Canadian Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Chrome

Space Age Treco Chest by Giovanni Maur, 1970s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Giovanni Maur's red Treco chest takes storage to another dimension, where sleek curves and bold colors meet to create a piece that's both functional and visually striking, bringing a...
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1970s Canadian Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Chrome

1970′ Dressing Table Signed DBM Mobili 190 x 65 x H 210 cm
Located in Paris, FR
1970 dressing table by DBM Mobili (Tuscan firm which has existed since 1900) Lacquered wood, Altuglass, Acrylic Glass. Pink backlighting on the sides of the Coiffeuse. See; Hollywood...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Wood

Pair of Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Dressers by Broyhill Premier
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Listed and sold as a pair. Please inquire if you are only interested in one. Well it’s 2023, and Broyhill’s Chapter One Collection is officially harder to find and more sought after than the Raymond Loewy orginals. With all due respect to Raymond Loewy, there really is something magical about the Chapter One line. Maybe they’re just more fun and approachable. Maybe it’s the proportions and practicality. Regardless, they’re one of our favourite collections of all time. The restoration team pulled no punches on this set of Chapter One Yellow Dressers...
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1970s American Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Plastic, Hardwood

Italian Art Cart designed by Giovanni Pelis for Stile Neolt, 1970s
Located in Hilversum, NL
Made in Italy plastic work station art cart. Designed by Giovanni Pelis for Stile Neolt. Three drawers and lots of storage. Wheels roll ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Plastic, Fiberglass

1960s Italian Design Chest of Drawers
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1960s Italian design black wooden and raspberry color nubuck chest of drawers composed of black wooden structure, nubuck half-moon shape handles, 3 drawers and chrome edging finish. ...
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1960s European Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Leather, Wood

White Laminated Plastic Storage Unit with Shelves & Sliding Doors, La Rinascente
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This small storage unit is made from black and white laminated plastic sheets. It features three useful and adjustable shelves with two sliding doors. The storage has been partially...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Plastic, Laminate

Pair Pierre Cardin Tall Wardrobe Chests of Drawers
Located in Hanover, MA
We have a pair of Pierre Cardin tall wardrobe dresser cabinets with double doors which open to reveal 6 pull-out drawers. Produced by Dilingham. White l...
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1970s American Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Aluminum

iGuzzini DOMA Series - Rare Vintage Organizer Trolley, 1960s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Beautiful and rare organiser trolley from the iconic DOMA series, produced by iGuzzini in the 70s. This beautiful organizer is highly versatile: it can be used as a portable cabinet, a magazine rack, a serving trolley. It has a movable box and perfectly working wheels. Made with the iGuzzini legendary plastic material, with a classic and timeless off white color adding a unique vintage touch. Also the matching coat hanger / organiser is available, for a hyper-rare and charming 70s home...
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Plastic

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Wood Chest of Drawers with Ebonized Accents
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Art Deco Dressing Table / Mirror Dresser, 1925
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1960s Mid Century Walnut Dresser by Ace- Hi
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut dresser designed and manufactured by Ace-Hi in the United States circa 1960s. This stunning dresser has nine pull-out drawers with aluminum handles, making it easy...
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1960s Mid Century Walnut Dresser by Ace- Hi
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H 1,432.5 in W 56 in D 18.25 in
'Brasilia' Highboy Dresser by Broyhill Premiere, Refinished, 1960s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible 'Brasilia' highboy dresser by Broyhill Premiere has been completely refinished and is signed with its original Brasilia label, and ready to grace your home or office. This beautiful high-boy dresser features the signature Brasilia sculpted front panels and brass pulls. These key elements are what makes a Brasilia a Brasilia. The dresser features five wide drawers in total, the top drawer with a sculpted wood front panel and four with brass Brasilia pulls. All standing on top of a sculpted Brasilia base. Brasilia by Broyhill Premiere label located inside of top drawer. We have the matching low dresser with mirror, nightstands and headboard - contact us or see our other listings for details. Originally designed in the 1960s based on the emerging modern designs coming from the capital city of Brazil, Brasilia. Much of the public spaces were designed by architect Oscar Niemeyer such as the Palácio do Planalto which this credenza shares many design similarities with. Perfect for the Mid-Century Modern collector or the interior designer looking for the perfect piece to make a room look complete and finished. These authentic and original Brasilia pieces are always in such high demand. In addition they are commonly copied these days by so many faker makers (there is one West Coast modern...
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Mid-Century Modern Henredon Tall Five Drawer Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-century five-drawer chest "Circa Casa 60's Series" by Henredon. This brand is well known for their exceptional craftsmanship. The dresser is made in solid wood with walnut veneer...
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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Dressers

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Art Deco Vanity / Dressing Table
Located in Pomona, CA
A genuine Art Deco vanity / dressing table in mahogany. Chrome hardware and mirror surround. Inset mirror top. Features one cupboard and 2 drawers. ci...
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1930s French Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Art Deco Vanity / Dressing Table
Art Deco Vanity / Dressing Table
H 50 in W 39.5 in D 21.5 in
Göran Malmvall Bureau / Chest of Drawers, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Bureau / chest of drawers in pine designed by Göran Malmvall, produced in Sweden by Svensk Fur, 1960s. Global front door shipping available.
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Pine

Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser Broyhill Premier Saga
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful, sleek mid-century modern walnut, Highboy Dresser circa early 1960’s from Broyhill Premier’s “Saga” collection. This absolute jewel remains in nearly pristine condition. ...
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1960s American Vintage Space Age Dressers

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Walnut

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Campaign Oak Lingerie Chest or Semainier, 1970s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Campaign style highboy dresser or lingerie chest By Henredon, "Artefacts" Collection USA, Circa 1970s Oak, with original brass hardware. Measures: 2...
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Teak Danish Cabinet with mirror, Dressing Table
Located in København K, DK
Secrétaire with a concealed dressing mirror manufactured by Øm (Ølholm Møbelfabrik) Møbelfabrik in Denmark during the 1960s. The back features a stamped logo. The piece exhibits qual...
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Danish Design Teak Dressing Table, 1960s
Located in Elshout, NL
Danish Design Dressing Table What a showpiece! This Danish dressing table is made of teak and is in very good vintage condition. Expertly crafted from high-quality teak and designed ...
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Danish Design Teak Dressing Table, 1960s
Danish Design Teak Dressing Table, 1960s
H 60.24 in W 37.8 in D 17.72 in
French Riviera Chest of Drawers in Woven Rattan by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-century French Riviera style chest of drawers fully made in woven rattan with brass knobs and a top crystal glass. This incredibly charming piece was made by Vivai del S...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Dressers

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Brass

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iGuzzini DOMA Series - Rare Vintage Organizer Trolley, 1960s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Beautiful and rare organiser trolley from the iconic DOMA series, produced by iGuzzini in the 70s. This beautiful organizer is highly versatile: it can be used as a portable cabinet, a magazine rack, a serving trolley. It has a movable box and perfectly working wheels. Made with the iGuzzini legendary plastic material, with a classic and timeless off white color adding a unique vintage touch. Also the matching coat hanger / organiser is available, for a hyper-rare and charming 70s home...
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Space Age Treco Dresser By Giovanni Maur, 1970s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With its vibrant red color and sleek space-age design, this dresser designed by Giovanni Maur for Treco brings a retro-futuristic flair to any interior, making a statement that is ou...
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Hanger Stand Rodier, 1970
Located in Perpignan, FR
Very rare hanger stand maded for the Rodier Shop in France during 1970s. It is in very good conditions.
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Hanger Stand Rodier, 1970
Hanger Stand Rodier, 1970
H 70.87 in W 39.38 in D 17.72 in
1970s Giovanni Maur Dresser for Treco, Canada
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Space age 1970s 9-draw dresser by Giovanni Maur for Treco. Molded plastic drawer fronts inside a wood frame. Slight marks to frame however draw...
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Raymond Loewy Inspired Green Chapter One Triple Dresser by Broyhill Premier
Located in Chattanooga, TN
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Space Age White Laminate Dresser
Located in Fulton, CA
Space-Age style 6 drawer low dresser crafted in all white Formica. Oval or race track design to sides of drawers with waterfall front. Drawers open and close easily on steel glides. ...
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Late 20th Century American Space Age Dressers

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Formica

Space Age White Laminate Dresser
Space Age White Laminate Dresser
H 29.25 in W 56.75 in D 18 in
Faux Fur Cylindrical Folding Dressing Table by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau
Located in Beirut, LB
Dressing table in faux fur by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau from the 1970s, with a cylindrical shape that fold-out in two split cylinder lined with synthetic white fur on weels. Ea...
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Modernist Space Age 6-Drawer Dresser /Cabinet
By (after) Raymond Loewy
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist, Space Age 6-drawer dresser / armoire.. Elegance blended with Space Age design. Most unusual rosewood melamine .laminate and aluminum. Dated 1974 Six drawers on the left, large closet...
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Unusual Modernist, Space Age 9-Drawer Dresser, Aluminum and Melamine Rosewood
By (after) Raymond Loewy
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist. Space age 9-drawer dresser. Elegance blended with Space Age design, most unusual!!! Rosewood melamine (laminate) and aluminum, dated 1974. Three drawers on left. Three dra...
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Green Velvet and Brass 1960s Italian Design Chest of Drawers
Located in Tourcoing, FR
This green forest velvet dresser with generous and plump shapes, with an Italian design from the 1960s and 1970s, is adorned with a mirror-effect glass top tinged with bronze and a b...
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Long and Vintage Chest of Drawers in Black Wooden with Chrome Details
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Long black wooden and chrome vintage chest of drawers with sober lines and Minimalist design offering large storage spaces: eight drawers that have for each their facade decorated wi...
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Late 20th Century European Space Age Dressers

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Chrome

Midcentury Rosewood and White Lacquered Dressing Table
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Amazing and glossy dressing table from the 1960s-1970s composed of a wooden structure, rosewood and white lacquered, a triptych mirror and three chests of drawers decorated with diam...
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Space Age dressers for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age dressers for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage dressers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with plastic, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age dressers made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dressers, popular names associated with this style include Broyhill, Giovanni Pelis, Pierre Cardin, and Stile Neolt. 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 dressers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $757 and tops out at $27,830 while the average work can sell for $3,685.

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