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.
Fluorescent Pair of Sconces by Brendel & Loewig, 1970s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Fluorescent Pair of Sconces by Brendel & Loewig, 1970s, Germany This lamp works with fluorescent tubes. Wired and suitable to use 110-220V in all countries. Please do not hesitate ...
Metal
Pair of Sconces by Rolf Krüger for Heinz Neuhaus Leuchten, 1970s, Germany
By Rolf Krüger, Heinz Neuhaus Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pop Art Red Pair of Wall or Ceiling Lamps by Rolf Krüger for Heinz Neuhaus Leuchten, 1970s, Germany 2 pair available Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works wit...
Metal
Pair of Sconces by Ernesto Gismondi for Artemide, 1980s, Italy
By Ernesto Gismondi, Artemide
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pair of Sconces by Ernesto Gismondi for Artemide, 1980s, Italy Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps. Lamps are in very good condition. These lamps works with E27 standard light ...
Metal
Model Clipeo Rare Pair of Sconces by Eric Gottein for Artemide, 1970s, Italy
By Eric Gottein, Artemide
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Model Clipeo Rare Pair of Sconces by Eric Gottein for Artemide, 1970s, Italy Very high quality. Fully functional. Lamps are in very good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age ...
Metal
Opal Glass Model GEA Large Pair of Sconces by Florian Schulz, 1980s Germany
By Florian Schulz
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Opal Glass Model GEA Large Pair of Sconces by Florian Schulz, 1980s Germany Very rare wall lights Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamp Lamps are in very good condition. These lamp...
Brass, Chrome
Pop Art Pair of Sconces by Sölken Leuchten, 1970s, Germany
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pop Art Rare pair of sconces by Sölken Leuchten, 1970s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps. They can be use as ceiling lamp Lamps are i...
Metal
Set of 2 Vintage German Space Age Wall Lamps from Peill & Putzler, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Glass ceiling light from the renowned manufacturer cleaner. The most striking detail of this lamp is the glass diffuser in hemisphere. The texture and shape of the glass commemorate...
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Bathroom Wall Lights by Wilhelm Wagenfeld, 1960s
By Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative pair of bathroom wall lamps in porcelain with shades in opaline glass. Designed in 1955 by Wilhelm Wagenfeld for Lindner Leuchten...
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
"Tortue" Wall Lamp Rodolfo Bonetto Candle Space Age Italian Design Set of 2
By Rodolfo Bonetto, Candle
Located in Brescia, IT
"Tortue" wall lamps by Rodolfo Bonetto Candle Italy, 1970 Opaline glass shade White Plastic base Perfect working order Glass in perfect condiction Set of 2.
Blown Glass, Plastic
German Midcentury Glass Pair of Wall Sconces by Peill and Putzler, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beautiful and unique pair of glass German Wall Sconces. These Wall Sconces are designed and manufactured in Germany by Peill & Putzler during 1970s. Glashüttenwerk Peill und Sohn...
Metal
Pair of 2 Italian Sconces, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of 2 wall sconces made in opaline glass and metal An iconic piece that will complete a midcentury style living room or studio with its timele...
Metal
Pair of Glass Wall Sconces by Peill & Putzler, Germany
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
Pair of glass on a white frame wall sconces by Peil & Putzler, Germany, 1970s Wonderful light effect. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired, and ready to use...
Glass
