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.
$767 / item
H 33.47 in Dm 13.78 in
1 of 9 Opal Glass Pendant Lights by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning opal Pendant light designed by Peill & Putzler , Germany, 1970s Nice Light effect. Very good condition. Sockets: One x E27 Standard bulb. ( up to 100 W max). Light bulbs a...
Opal
White UFO Opal Glass Hanging Light by Peill and Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Pendant glass lights light in UFO Form Producer: Peill and Putzler, Germany Origin: Germany Age: 1970s Original 1970s modernist Ger...
Metal
$768
H 37.41 in Dm 7.88 in
Opaline Glass Lamp "Bergamo" by Aloys F. Gangkofner for Peill & Putzler, 1960s
By Peill & Putzler, Aloys F. Gangkofner
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Ceiling Lamp by Aloys F. Gangkofner for Peill & Putzler, Germany Düren, 1960s. 1 x E27 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is rewired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt.
Opaline Glass
$1,476 / item
H 37.41 in Dm 12.6 in
1 of 3 Large Opal Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special round Biomorphic opal glass pendant designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, we...
Chrome
Lovely White Milk Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely White Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s The cable length with lamp is 110cm in total, can be adjusted down to 45cm. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit b...
Metal
Large White Opal Glass Pendant Light by Peill Putzler, Germany, 1970
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large white opal glass pendant light by Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa the 1970s. High quality and in very good condition....
Glass
$1,004
H 45.28 in Dm 14.18 in
Opaline Glass Lamp "BOLOGNA" by Wilhelm Braun-Feldweg for Peill & Putzler
By Aloys F. Gangkofner, Peill & Putzler
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Huge Opaline Glass Lamp "BOLOGNA" by Wilhelm Braun-Feldweg for Peill & Putzler. We have a great collection of the Bologna range, two the large globe, a small globe and a huge cylind...
Brass
Rare German Vintage Minimalist White Opal Glass Pendant Light 1960s
By Peill & Putzler, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Art Deco style white opal glass and chrome pendant light, Germany, 1970s Lamp sockets: One x E27 (US E26).
Chrome
Wonderful Opal Glass Pendant Light, Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Aachen, NRW
A special form of opal glass pendant designed by Koch & Lowy for Peill & Putzler, manufactured in Germany, circa 1970s. Beige color cased on opal glass. This pendant light is more th...
Glass, Opaline Glass
Lovely White 3D Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely White Glass Ceiling Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1960s The cable length with lamp is 80cm in total, can be adjusted down to 40cm and up to 100cm. The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edi...
Metal
White Opal Hanging Lamp by Peill & Putzler, 1970s, Germany
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Peill & Putzler hanging lamp made in Germany in the 1970s. It is fascinating with its glass ornaments. Textured opaline glass with aluminum top. The lamp has a beautiful organic sh...
Aluminum
White Opal Hanging Lamp by Peill and Putzler, 1970s, Germany
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Peill and Putzler hanging lamp made in Germany in the 1970s. It is fascinating with its glass ornaments. Textured opaline glass with aluminium top. Measurements: Height: 67 c...
Aluminum
Very Large White Opal Hanging Lamp by Peill and Putzler, 1970s, Germany
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A Peill and Putzler hanging lamp made in Germany in the 1970s. It is fascinating with its glass ornaments. Textured opaline glass with aluminum top. The lamp has a beautiful cylinder...
Aluminum
White Pendant Lamp by Aloys Gangkofner for Peill and Putzler, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler, Aloys F. Gangkofner
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Peill & Putzler pendant lamp, designed by Aloys Gangkofner in 1970. This elegant white lamp features a minimalist design that perfectly embodies mid-century modern aesthetics. Its so...
Plastic
Opal Hanging Lamp by Doria, 1970s, Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Opal hanging lamp by Doria, Germany, 1970s. This elegant vintage pendant light features a spherical opaline glass shade that diffuses the light beautifully, creating a warm and soft ...
Aluminum
Bauhaus Opal Glass Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This Bauhaus lamp from the 1960s features a sleek and minimalist design, true to the principles of the Bauhaus movement. The lamp boasts a white opal glass shade that diffuses light ...
Aluminum
