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.
1 of the 4 Peill & Putzler Wall Light Ceiling Light, Brass and Glass, 1970
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Rijssen, NL
This sculptural vintage wall light consists of four clear glass cubes on a square brass frame which beautifully reflects the light with a warm glow. The four quality thick clear glas...
Brass
Several Peill & Putzler Wall Light Ceiling Light, Brass and Glass, 1970
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Rijssen, NL
Several high quality Peill &; Putzler wall lights brass and glass cubes, circa 1970s, Germany. This sculptural ceiling lights from Peill &; Putzler consists 1 clear illuminated glas...
Brass
One of the Two Kalmar Flush Mount Light or Sconce, Brass Ice Glass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This briljant Kalmar flush mount light or sconce, brass, cast ice glass, ca. 1970 realized by the esteemed Austrian producer J.T. Kalmar circa 1970. There are 5 small base Edison bul...
Metal, Brass
One of the Two Kalmar Flush Mount Light or Sconce, Brass Ice Glass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This briljant Kalmar flush mount light or sconce, brass, cast ice glass, ca. 1970 realized by the esteemed Austrian producer J.T. Kalmar circa 1970. There are 5 small base Edison bul...
Metal, Brass
Kalmar Flush Mount Light or Sconce, Brass Ice Glass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Kalmar flush mount light or sconce, brass, cast ice glass, ca. 1970 There are 13 small base Edison bulbs up to 40W per bulb which are covered with textured ice glass cubes. Illuminat...
Metal, Brass
1 of the 2 Clear Gold Brass Glass Flush Mount wall lights, Fagerlund, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Rijssen, NL
Wonderful Flush Mount made by Fagerlund, Sweden. From around 1960. Consists of a beautiful crystal handmade glass plate on a polished brass plate. The texture of the glass gives the...
Brass
Large Kalmar Flush Mount Light or Sconce, Brass Glass, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large and square light fixture by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). It is made of polished brass and cast glass. There are eight...
Brass
1 of 4 Ice Glass Cube Wall Lamps with Brass Base by Peill & Putzler, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This stylish 1970s lamp by Peill & Putzler is a versatile piece that can be used as both a wall and ceiling light. Featuring a solid brass base and a striking ice glass shade, it exu...
Brass
One of Two Modulare Kalmar Flush Mount Lights or Sconces, Brass Ice Glass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two modulare and square light fixtures model 'Cubus' (German 'Würfel') by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). They are made of polished brass and frosted cubic glass...
Brass
Large Mid-Century Modern Palwa Wall Light Sconce, Gold-Plated Brass Glass, 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large, high quality and impressive sconce by Palwa, Germany, manufactured in Mid-Century, cira 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). It is made of a gilded brass frame with square lens...
Gold Plate, Bronze, Brass
Large Stunning Glass Flushmount by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic mid-century flush mount by Peill & Putzler, Germany, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. 9 Cube glasses over a brass frame. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, we...
Metal, Brass
Austrian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Austria, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and white opaline glass wall lights likely designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Ligh...
Brass
