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.
Large Elegant German Wall Sconce or Ceiling Lamp, Ice Glass, by Fischer, 1970s
By Fischer Leuchten
Located in Berlin, BE
Large wall lamp from the late 1970s or 1980s. Can also be used as a celing light. By Fischer Leuchten. Brass frame with elegant Ice Glass There is a hole in the middle of the fram...
Brass
Rare German Hanging Lamp, Bubble Design, 1970s
Located in Berlin, BE
Extremely rare and attractive bubble hanging lamp. Made of plastic with a pearlescent shimmer. With silver rim on the side and chrome cover on the socket. Produces a lot of atmosph...
Chrome
Big Table Lamp, Art Deco Style, German Ceramic Original 1970s
Located in Berlin, BE
Extraordinary large table lamp from the 1970s in Art Deco style. Company: FEESE Its imposing appearance makes it ideal for a large room or a restaurant. New, high-quality, handma...
Ceramic, Fabric
Rare Table Lamp by Yasha Heifetz for Rotaflex, 1950s, Tripod
By Yasha Heifetz, Heifetz Rotaflex
Located in Berlin, BE
This enchanting little table lamp is from the design of Yasha Heifetz for Rotaflex. Typical is the lampshade made of plastic, with narrow grooves...
Metal
2 x Elegant German Wall Sconce or Ceiling Lamp, Ice Glass, by Fischer, 1970s
By Fischer Leuchten
Located in Berlin, BE
Set of two wall lamps from the late 1970s or 1980s. Can also be used as a celing light. By Fischer Leuchten. Brass frame with elegant Ice Glass There is a hole in the middle of th...
Brass
Set of 3 Very Rare Original GDR Design Wall Lights, Acrylic, 1970s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Berlin, BE
Three very rare and unusual wall lamps, made entirely of acrylic glass and the orange-yellow one also of granules. Real GDR Design (Eastern Germany). Indirect light, even throug...
Plexiglass, Wood
Exceptional Wall Lamp or Sconce Daphne by Wilhelm Wagenfeld 1954 Germany
By Peill & Putzler, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in München, BY
Extremely rare Mid-Century Modern sconce or wall lamp Daphne by Wilhelm Wagenfeld, 1954 for Peill & Putzler, Germany. This sconce is a real collectors item and hard to find. Execut...
Metal
Wall Light, Maria Lindeman, Idman Oy, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Maria Lindeman
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Wall light, designed by Maria Lindeman, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1950s. Opaline glass shade, brass and painted metal frame. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age ...
Metal, Brass
Wall Light by Angelo Lelli, circa 1950
By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii
Located in Berlin, DE
This wall light was designed by the Italian designer Angelo Lelii around 1950. Made from a brass construction with flexible arms. The reflectors are made of yellow/black lacquered al...
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamps Corno, Wilhelm Wagenfeld for Peill & Putzler, 1952
By Peill & Putzler, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in München, BY
Elegant and extremely rare Mid-Century Modern wall lamps or sconces 'Corno'. Designed by the famous German Designer Wilhelm Wagenfeld in 1952. Manufactured by Peill & Putzler in 1950...
Metal
Midcentury Wall Lamp/ ULUV, 1960s
By ULUV Krásná jizba
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, parchment - New shade handmade from parchment paper - Fully functional - Very good, original condition.
Wood, Parchment Paper
Wall Light Model 71030, Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy, 1960s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Wall light Model 71030, design Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Idman Oy, 1960s. Brass frame, rare blue painted original metal shade. Marked. Good vintage condition, patina consistent w...
Metal, Brass
