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.
One Green Glass Pendant Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
One green Ufo glass pendant light. The brown lamp has been sold. Green light diameter 50 cm and height 38 cm. Brown light diameter 40 cm.
Glass
Glass Pendant Light, Sweden
Located in Antwerp, BE
Glass and brass pendant light made in Sweden. Diameter 25 cm. Height glass fixture 20 cm. Height glass fixture with brass rod 40 cm. Total height 80 cm.
Brass
Mid-Century Pendant Lamp from Peill & Putzler, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Exceptional, elegant, and large mid-century modern pendant lamp. - Produced by Peill & Putzler in Germany in the 1970s - Made of glass and brass. - 4 E27 Edison screw fit bulbs. - O...
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Opaline Glass Pendant Light, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large Italian pendant in frosted opaline glass with a stepped disc profile and brass details, circa 1970s. Generous diameter and soft, even light diffusion. This Italian pendant lam...
Brass
Large Exclusive Peill & Putzler Pendant Lamp – Mouth-blown Glass (1970s)
Located in Antwerp, BE
Exclusive Vintage Peill & Putzler Pendant Lamp – Mouth-blown Glass (1970s) Elegant vintage pendant lamp by Peill & Putzler from the late 70s is a real eye-catcher. The unique mouth-...
Brass
Midcentury Pendant in Metal and Opaline Glass
Located in Antwerp, BE
The lights consists of a large red, gray and blue metal shades with opaline glass fitted with one E27 socket. Measures: Diameter 50 cm. Height 80 cm.
Metal
Mid-Century Tulip Glass Pendant Lamp from Peill & Putzler, 1960s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century glass pendant in orange by the renowned manufacturer Peill & Putzler, Germany. The design from the 70s shows the typical tulip shape. Fits the orange color. The luminair...
Glass
Mid-Century Tulip Glass Pendant Lamp from Peill & Putzler, 1960s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant glass pendant from the renowned manufacturer Peill & Putzler, Germany. The design from the 1970s shows a typical tulip form. The luminaire body is made of oral glass that is...
Metal
Peill & Putzler Mid-Century Modern Glass Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Oirlo, LI
A pendant lamp made of very thick, heavy glass full of fine bubbles painted in different shades, reminiscent of the ocean. When it is on, the lam...
Steel
Peill & Putzler Ceiling Lamp, Germany, 1970's
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceiling lamp designed and produced by german company Peill & Putzler in 1972. Hand blown coloured glass and enamelled aluminum dome. This is the wide version of this lamp that imitat...
Aluminum
Set of 2 Mid-Century German Ah Glass Pendant Lamp from Peill & Putzler
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century Glass Pendulum from the renowned manufacturer Putzler in very special colors. The luminaire body made of red or blue over-finishing glass show an elegant drop shape. Bel...
Metal
Set of 3 Mid-Century German AH Glass Pendant Lamp from Peill & Putzler
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century glass pendants from the renowned manufacturer Putzler. The lamp body made of orange flashed glass shows an elegant teardrop shape. At the bottom it is open and emits dir...
Metal
