Italian furniture brand Driade offers modern designs that are joyful, whimsical and slightly mischievous — words that might be used to describe the tree nymph of Greek mythology for which the company is named. Faye Toogood’s chunky, stout Roly Poly armchair and Fabio Novembre’s enigmatic Nemo chair — in which a backrest assumes the form of a human face — are just two examples of Driade’s eclectic furnishings.
Driade was founded in 1968 by brother and sister Enrico and Antonia Astori, and Adelaide Acerbi Astori, Enrico’s wife. Described by the company as a “factory of art,” Driade was focused solely on bringing distinctive and creative seating, case pieces and decorative objects to market in its early years. The brand sought to mass-produce decor and furniture that could also be seen as provocative works of art.
Driade's initial collaborations included Italian designers such as Enzo Mari, Nanda Vigo, Giotto Stoppino and Rodolfo Bonetto, to name a few. In the 1980s, the brand worked with influential and renowned designers from around the globe. In 1984, Driade partnered with French designer Philippe Starck and debuted his iconic Costes armchair during the same year. Projects with architects and furniture designers such as Ron Arad, Toyo Ito, Borek Sipek, Patricia Urquiola and others followed into the 2000s.
Over more than five decades — the company celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2018 — Driade’s fruitful partnerships have culminated in a vast catalog of chairs, sofas, coffee tables and other furnishings for the home and garden that evoke a unique and diverse blend of cultures.
Driade has also garnered international acclaim, winning the Compasso d’Oro award in 1979 and 2001 for Enzo Mari’s Delfira chair and ebony-finished, chipboard-top table, and again in 2008 for Ron Arad’s MT3 rocking armchair.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage and contemporary Driade tables, cabinets, armchairs and other furniture.
Modern Italian glass and metal Pandora sideboard Antonia Astori for Driade 1990s
By Antonia Astori, Driade
Located in MIlano, IT
Sideboard or low sideboard, Pandora model, with anodized aluminum structure on the entire external part, with embossed frames on the entire front and top with embossed lines along it...
Metal, Aluminum
Hidalgo Vertical Sideboard by Driade, Curved Plywood, 2015
By Driadelab, Driade
Located in Asti, Piemonte
For a unique and original interior design, eccentric and at the same time extremely elegant, Hidalgo is a vertical sideboard with an unusual design, spokesperson for the codes and th...
Wood
$3,278Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.14 in W 92.13 in D 17.33 in
Vintage 60's sideboard sideboard in wood and glass Italian design
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Teak wood sideboard with black wood details and glass top, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, may show signs of wear given by time. SIZING: Height 74 cm, width 2...
Glass, Wood
Italian Colored Glass and Brass Sideboard or Credenza
Located in London, London
Colored glass sideboard Brass base and details Postmodern mix of colors Contemporary, Italy.
Brass
$6,013Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 29.53 in W 70.87 in D 17.72 in
Italian Dark Green Sideboard with "Grisinato" Murano Glass and Brass
Located in Guazzora, IT
This exquisite dark green Italian buffet sideboard is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, blending Mid-Century Modern style with luxurious materials. The highlights are the four doors ...
Brass
Mae Credenza, Sideboard by Crump and Kwash
By Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae Credenza by Crump and Kwash Solid wood case / hand-turned legs / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass pulls / premium, full extension, soft close ...
Brass
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 82 in D 19.25 in
Mastercraft Amboyna Burl and Brass Concave Curve Sideboard
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Mastercraft sideboard clad in vibrant Amboyna burl veneer, with heavy brass appointments. It is quite striking, with its inverted curve ends. Four drawers on one side, and shelf stor...
Brass
Strings Credenza Sideboard Gold by Nika Zupanc
By Scarlet Splendour, Nika Zupanc
Located in Kolkata, IN
Strings Credenza Sideboard Gold by Nika Zupanc is a metal cabinet made of multiple steel "strings" with a lace like edge to make an elegant side board...
Metal
$7,610
H 33.47 in W 70.87 in D 17.72 in
Sculptural Brass and Murano Glass Sideboard by Justfurnituress, Custom Italy
Located in Guazzora, IT
Designed and handcrafted in Italy by Justfurnituress, this sculptural sideboard is a statement piece that blends collectible design and artisanal craftsmanship. The entire front is ...
Brass
$3,149
H 53.55 in W 77.37 in D 19.3 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboard in Walnut with Glass Doors, 1960s
Located in Premariacco, IT
An elegant Italian display cabinet from the 1960s, finished in walnut veneer and featuring light, refined lines that evoke the Mid-Century Modern design style. The front features tw...
Brass
$6,079Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 29.53 in W 70.87 in D 17.72 in
Spectacular Modern Sideboard with White Murano Glass Grissinato Italian Artistry
Located in Guazzora, IT
A stunning modern sideboard with white Murano "Grisinato" glass that showcases exceptional Italian craftsmanship and mid-century modern style. This handcrafted sideboard is made of ...
Brass
$7,025 / item
H 30.32 in W 59.06 in D 19.69 in
Italian Contemporary Green Murano Glass, Brass and Wood Sideboard
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful sideboard designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid wood, legs and finishes in brass and tops and decorations in emerald colored Murano glass. I...
Brass
$4,868Sale Price|30% Off
H 67.33 in W 95.67 in D 16.93 in
Modular Bookcase Sideboard by Enzo Mari for Driade, Italian Design
By Enzo Mari, Antonia Astori, Driade
Located in Milano, IT
Modular sideboard bookcase "Bric" by Enzo Mari for Driade in wood, a work of Italian design that combines elegance and functionality. Iconic piece perfect for modern and sophisticate...
Wood
$6,650Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 35.44 in W 70.87 in D 19.69 in
Modern Brass and Birch Sideboard with 8 Drawers Handmade in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
A modern brass and birch sideboard handcrafted in Italy, this beautiful piece features 8 spacious drawers and a refined Mid-Century Modern style. Crafted from solid birch and finish...
Brass
Sold
H 28 in W 80.25 in D 15.75 in
1990's Postmodern Italian Driade Aleph Aluminum & Glass Credenza / Sideboard
By Antonia Astori, Roche Bobois, Pietro Costantini, Driade
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1990's Post Modern sideboard for sale. It was manufactured in the 90's by Driade Aleph, and was designed by Antonia Astori. It's in excellent condition, and very rare. It's a...
Aluminum
Nanda Vigo, Credenza mod. Chronotope, prod. Driade, 1971
By Driade, Nanda Vigo
Located in Rivoli, IT
Luminous storage cabinet with aluminum cladding, crystal shelves and doors, mirror interior. Nanda Vigo's projects stem from the concept of chronotopia, according to which the spati...
Crystal, Aluminum