Chrome Metal and Brass Minimalist Bookcase Romeo rega 1970 Italy
By Romeo Rega
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Bookcase 1970 Romeo Rega Unica elegance.
1970s Italian Minimalist Vintage Romeo Rega Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
For his range of sophisticated modernist furniture, Romeo Rega worked with wrought iron, textiles, glass and more, yielding an amalgam of geometric shapes, sculptural flourishes and glamorous sensibility commonly associated with the Hollywood Regency style that remains popular today. For collectors in the know, vintage furniture made by the Italian designer's eponymous company is branded with his iconic double R logo, and Romeo Rega lighting, tables and other work is recognized globally for its seductive materials and dazzling forms.
Growing up in the heart of Rome, Rega apprenticed with a blacksmith and, just like his craftsman father before him, became a master in the skill of working with wrought iron and forging. In 1957, Rega opened his own workshop and began to explore his potential as a designer while collaborating with other master metalsmiths and blacksmiths. The creation of gates, railings and various furnishings led to a pivotal moment in his career — a contract with Italian movie studio Cinecittà. Rega was commissioned to design and manufacture the chariots for the 1959 acclaimed American film Ben-Hur.
In the 1970s, the Rega trademark was put to use and the designer began to mass produce furniture — including chairs, console tables and more. Renowned designers like Willy Rizzo and Gabriella Crespi collaborated with the company over time but the production of now sought-after Romeo Rega furniture ceased during the 1980s.
Among Rega's clients were A-list Italian entertainment and cinema celebrities, and the company’s furniture continues to be coveted by collectors today. At Hudson, New York–based antique shop Regan & Smith, Rega’s work is among the owners’ favorite designs.
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Chrome Metal and Brass Minimalist Bookcase Romeo rega 1970 Italy
By Romeo Rega
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Bookcase 1970 Romeo Rega Unica elegance.
Brass, Chrome
Romeo Rega Shelf, Italy, 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in Paris, FR
Shelf and/or room divider by Romeo Rega, Italy, 1970s. Polished brass and smoked glass, with a base of black lacquered wood on a recessed brass plinth.
Brass
Romeo Rega Chrome and Brass Étagère / Library, Italy, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sculptural étagère attributed to Romeo Rega, defined by its bold geometric composition and refined mix of materials. The structure is crafted in polished chrome with brass accents,...
Metal
$2,557
H 31.89 in W 35.44 in D 13.78 in
Romeo Rega Gold Plated Brass Etagere Shelving Console, Italy, C.1960
By Romeo Rega
Located in London, GB
Romeo Rega Gold Plated Brass Etagere Shelving Console, Italy, C.1960 In excellent condition commensurate of age.
Brass
$4,250 / set
H 79 in W 42 in D 16 in
Design Institute America Chrome and Glass Etageres / Bookcases, 1970s - A Pair
By Design Institute America
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of 1970s chrome and glass shelf bookcases or etageres attributed to Milo Baughman by DIA Design Institute America. Large Shelf Surface Area: W40.5" x D14.5" Small Shelf Surf...
Chrome
$2,871
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Midcentury Gold Brass and Glass Italian Console Table in Romeo Rega Style, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing mid-century gold brass and glass console table. This marvellous piece was designed in Italy during the 1970s. This fantastic piece is in golden brass, chromed metal and sm...
Brass, Chrome
1970s Sculptural Rattan & Glass Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s sculptural rattan & glass etagere The case with continuous book-matched rattan The upper section measures 24.5" W x 43" H, fitted with two 2...
Rattan, Glass
Romeo Rega Brass & Espresso Color Enamel Shelf Cabinet
By Romeo Rega
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this circa 1970s shelf cabinet is attributed to Romeo Rega. The base is an espresso colored enamel over wood with a brass base and hardwar...
Brass
$980
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 14.18 in
Italian Corner Shelf or Étagère in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful mid-century bamboo and rattan triangular corner shelf, fully handmade in curved bamboo, rattan and hand-woven wicker. This delightful piece was produced in Italy during the...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood
$1,400 / set
H 72 in W 29 in D 15 in
Mid-Century Chrome and Glass Etageres or Bookcases, 1970s - a Pair
Located in Miami, FL
This refined pair of bookcases dates to the 1970s and reflects the period’s emphasis on clean architectural lines and reflective materials. Each piece is constructed with a cylindric...
Chrome
$2,153
H 27.56 in W 56.7 in D 11.23 in
Large Teakwood Italian Mid-Century Modern hanging shelf attributed to Isa
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This hanging shelf was produced in Italy around the 1950s. It is made from teakwood and remains in overall good condition. Shelf is part of a 1950s furniture made in part with furnit...
Teak
$3,612
H 63.39 in W 58.27 in D 18.12 in
Italian Modern Chromed Steel and Smoked Glass Self Supporting Bookcase, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern chromed steel and smoked glass self supporting bookcase, 1970s. Self-supporting bookcase with structure entirely in chromed steel, w...
Steel
$1,773
H 41.34 in W 29.93 in D 14.57 in
Renato Zevi Gilded Brass Italian Bookcase with Glass Shelves, Romeo Rega 1970s
By Zevi & C., Renato Zevi
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible Hollywood Regency bookcase or etagere in gilt brass with four crystal glass shelves. This fantastic piece was designed and signed by Renato Zevi during ??the 1970s in Ital...
Metal, Brass
1970s Italian Modern Pencil Bamboo Etagere / Bookshelf / Cabinet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s Italian pencil bamboo etagere. It was finished by George Pazzano, but the maker’s mark is somewhat illegible. The shelves are glass. It is illuminated. From the floor...
Bamboo, Glass
$2,153
H 93.71 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Modern Dutch Wooden Bookcase with Shelf and Cabinets, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Danish mahogany self-supporting wood bookcase with a solid black steel frame.
Iron
Bookcases and/or room divider by Romeo Rega, Italy, 1970s.
By Romeo Rega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Functional and stylish, this shelving unit or bookcase has a brilliant brass structure, blue smoked glass shelves, and blue lacquer cabinets. Desi...
Brass
Sold
H 71.66 in W 54.34 in D 14.57 in
1970s Set of Two Romeo Rega Mid-Century Modern Brass and Smoked glass Bookcases
By Romeo Rega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A rare pair of ivory painted metal and brass italian bookcases designed and manufactured Italy by Romeo Rega. original smoked moked glasses are in good conditions, brass it's in ori...
Metal, Brass
Romeo Rega Brass and Chrome Etagere, Italy, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Naples, IT
This brass etegere was designed and manufactured in Italy by Romeo Rega in 1976. It is embellished with an important detail: the structure is made of original smoked glass shelves in...
Brass, Chrome
Exceptional Bookcase by Roméo Rega, circa 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Exceptional bookcase consisting of 3 elements in gilded and chromed brass, altuglass and glass by Roméo Rega, circa 1970.
Brass
Sold
H 71.66 in W 54.34 in D 14.57 in
1970s Romeo Rega Mid-Century Modern Brass and Smoked glass Bookcase
By Romeo Rega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A rare ivory painted metal and brass italian library designed and manufactured in Rome by Romeo Rega. original smoked glasses are in good conditions, br...
Metal, Brass
1970s Romeo Rega Room Divider Library
By Romeo Rega
Located in London, GB
An imposing 1970s library in gold and chrome metal in a circular structure with smoked glass shelves. Lit. Il piccolo libro del grande design, Susie Hodg...
Brass, Chrome
Vintage bookcase by Romeo Rega in Brass, Glass and Wood
By Romeo Rega
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful bookcase designed by Romeo Rega in the early 70's. This particular bookcase has been realized with precious materials, black lacquered wood for the base, golden brass for ...
Brass
Wonderful Brass Bookcase, Design by Romeo Rega, Italy, 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in Napoli, IT
Wonderful brass bookcase with black lacquered metal base and glass shelfs designed by Romeo Rega, Italy 1970.
Brass
Romeo Rega Brass Étagère, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Naples, IT
Geometric shelving system designed by Romeo Rega in 1970s, Italy.
Brass
Sold
H 71.46 in W 49.61 in D 14.57 in
Very Huge Brass and Tinted Glass Bookshelf or Étagère in the style of Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Berlin, BE
Very huge and rare brass and tinted glass bookshelf or étagère in the style of Romeo Rega. The étagère is in good condition and an eyecatcher for every room.
Gold Plate, Brass
Sold
H 71.46 in W 49.81 in D 14.57 in
Very Huge Brass and Tinted Glass Bookshelf or Étagère in the style of Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Berlin, BE
Very huge and rare brass and tinted glass bookshelf or étagère in the style of Romeo Rega. The étagère is in good condition and a eyecatcher for every room.
Gold Plate, Brass
Sold
H 78.75 in W 78.75 in D 15.75 in
Fantastic Bookcase in Chromed Metal and Minimalist Brass Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Fantastic bookcase in chromed metal and Minimalist brass Romeo Rega.