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Peill & Putzler Glass

German

Transforming light manufacturing into an aesthetic art form, Peill & Putzler is synonymous with futuristic globular glassworks. It was a massive operation at the peak of its production, creating mid-century modern designs and employing up to 1,500 workers. Its table lamps, wall lights and chandeliers and pendants are anything but mundane and are admired today for their innovative artistry.

The melding of two great, independent glassworks companies in 1947 to form Peill & Putzler occurred at the beginning of a postwar design surge. Peill und Sohn, founded in 1903, was led by Leopold Peill, a philanthropist and glassmaker. Originally from Pieńsk in today’s Poland, the Putzler brothers were well-established glass producers known for kerosene street lighting. The synthesis of the two companies established the renowned glassworks and a lighting company. The site of its glassworks factory in Düren, Germany, became the home of this integrated partnership.

In 1953, the German Design Council was formed, with Peill & Putzler as a founding member. The council is essential today, bringing social awareness, support and knowledge transfer to design companies and providing beneficial tools for their success. 

Heading the company at this time were Günther Peill and Hans Ahrenkiel. The pair were experimental with the designs the company produced. Advancing technologies supported industrial production, allowing the company to manufacture pieces that were as much art as functional objects.

Designers of note who worked with Peill & Putzler and contributed to its acclaim included Aloys Ferdinand Gangkofner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Helmut Demary, William Brown, Horst Tüselmann and Wilhelm Braun-Feldweg. Collaboratively, they produced stunning flush mount lighting, candle holders and vases and vessels.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Peill & Putzler lighting, decorative objects, glass and more.

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Creator: Peill & Putzler
Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light
Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light

Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light This dramatic and eye-catching 3-D sculptural wall (or ceiling) lamp was designed specifically for use w...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peill & Putzler Glass

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Brass

Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light
Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light

Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light This dramatic and eye-catching 3-D sculptural wall (or ceiling) lamp was designed specifically for use w...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peill & Putzler Glass

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Sheet Metal

Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light
Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light

Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light This dramatic and eye-catching 3-D sculptural wall (or ceiling) lamp was designed specifically for use w...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peill & Putzler Glass

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Sheet Metal

16 pieces of Peill & Putzler clear crystal cut wine glasses, Germany, 1970s
16 pieces of Peill & Putzler clear crystal cut wine glasses, Germany, 1970s

16 pieces of Peill & Putzler clear crystal cut wine glasses, Germany, 1970s

By Peill & Putzler

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16 pieces of Peill & Putzler clear crystal cut wine glasses, Germany, 1970s Two sets of 8 glasses per set in small and a larger size manufactured by Peill & Putzler, Germany These c...

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20th Century German Peill & Putzler Glass

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Crystal

Glass by Peill & Putzler Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes'
Glass by Peill & Putzler Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes'

Glass by Peill & Putzler Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes'

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Pair of Peill & Putzler ice cube lamps Pair of cube candlestick (ice cubes) in glass by Peill & Putzler. Period: 1960s Style: Midcentury Quantity: Tw...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Peill & Putzler Glass

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Glass

Peill & Putzler White Clouds Glass Table Lamp, 1970s
Peill & Putzler White Clouds Glass Table Lamp, 1970s

Peill & Putzler White Clouds Glass Table Lamp, 1970s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Hollow-footed glass table lamp made by Peill & Putzler in the 1970s. Their unique patterning awareness of light patterns and their use of frosted glass to give a range of white shade...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peill & Putzler Glass

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Metal

Peill & Putzler, Vintage Set of Vases Düren Decor "Malachit"
Peill & Putzler, Vintage Set of Vases Düren Decor "Malachit"

Peill & Putzler, Vintage Set of Vases Düren Decor "Malachit"

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

A vintage German art glass vase made by Peill & Putzler Peill & Putzler, vase series "Malachit". Manufacturer: Peill & Putzler, Düren Shape/decor...

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Early 1900s German Mid-Century Modern Antique Peill & Putzler Glass

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Glass, Art Glass

Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler
Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler

Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Pair of Peill & Putzler ice cube lamps Pair of cube candlestick (ice cubes) in glass by Peill & Putzler. Period: 1960s Style: Midcentury The piece is in excellent condition and a ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Peill & Putzler Glass

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Glass

Peill & Putzler, Vintage Set of Vases clear and frosted Art glass Signed
Peill & Putzler, Vintage Set of Vases clear and frosted Art glass Signed

Peill & Putzler, Vintage Set of Vases clear and frosted Art glass Signed

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

A vintage Set German art glass vase made by Peill & Putzler Manufacturer: Peill & Putzler, Düren Designer/design Year 1974. Measures: Height 36 cm / 28 cm Width, diameter 11 cm / ...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peill & Putzler Glass

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Glass, Art Glass

Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler
Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler

Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Pair of Peill & Putzler ice cube lamps Pair of cube candlestick (ice cubes) in glass by Peill & Putzler. Period: 1960s Style: Midcentury Quantity: Two. The piece is ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Peill & Putzler Glass

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Glass

Peill & Putzler Frosted and Textured Glass Pendent Lamp, 1970s
Peill & Putzler Frosted and Textured Glass Pendent Lamp, 1970s

Peill & Putzler Frosted and Textured Glass Pendent Lamp, 1970s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Lamp made by Peill & Putzler in the 1970s. Their unique patterning awareness of light patterns and their use of frosted glass to give a range of white shades was typical of Peill & P...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peill & Putzler Glass

Materials

Brass

Peill & Putzler Floor Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural
Peill & Putzler Floor Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural

Peill & Putzler Floor Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Peill & Putzler Floor Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural This dramatic and eye-catching 3-D sculptural Floor lamp was designed specifically which reflects the light through the deepl...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peill & Putzler Glass

Materials

Sheet Metal

Peill & Putzler Frosted and Textured Glass Lamp, 1970s
Peill & Putzler Frosted and Textured Glass Lamp, 1970s

Peill & Putzler Frosted and Textured Glass Lamp, 1970s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Hollow-footed glass table lamp made by Peill & Putzler in the 1970s. Their unique patterning awareness of light patterns and their use of frosted glass to give a range of white shade...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peill & Putzler Glass

Materials

Metal

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Peill & Putzler glass for sale on 1stDibs.

Peill & Putzler glass are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Peill & Putzler glass, although silver editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original glass by Peill & Putzler were created in the mid-century modern style in germany during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider glass by Rosenthal, Wilhelm Wagenfeld, and Ingrid Glas Euskirchen. Prices for Peill & Putzler glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $254 and can go as high as $534, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $337.

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