Well-known for adorning his handmade pieces with colorful inlays, designer Ivan Paradisi creates coffee tables, buffets, console tables and other furnishings that, with their unusual forms and clever mixing of materials, stand out in any space.
Born in Tuscany, Italy, in 1971, Paradisi initially tried to make his way as a musician and singer. He developed an enthusiasm for furniture design when he found work restoring valuable pieces of art. This endeavor led him to pursue furniture design.
Paradisi revels in the minor imperfections that can only exist in handmade works. He prefers to use rare materials in his designs, and any given structure might begin with rich hardwoods such as rosewood and ebony. From there, Paradisi fearlessly incorporates unexpected materials like plastic and steel into the dressers, mirrors and decorative objects he crafts in his studio.
Infusing his love of music into his creations, Paradisi draws inspiration from improvisational musical genres such as jazz and fusion in his workshop, building sculptural maple desks embellished with steel inlays or statement case pieces such as an olive wood storage cabinet with interiors that are lined in leather.
Paradisi continues to create bespoke designs today and has an atelier in Turin. He has exhibited at the Venice Biennale and the Italian Pavillon in Turin.
On 1stDibs, browse a selection of Ivan Paradisi tables, seating and storage pieces.
Modern Gueridon "Sway" in Walnut with Blue & Black Maple by Ivan Paradisi
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
The "Sway" is a modern gueridon in walnut, colored maple, and brass, handcrafted by Italian designer Ivan Paradisi — a compact accent table that turns simplicity into bold elegance. ...
Brass
Modern Black Lacquer Gueridon Side Table "Sway" by Ivan Paradisi, Italy
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
The "Sway" Black is a modern black-lacquer gueridon by Italian designer Ivan Paradisi — a striking study in contrast and refinement. Its polished, mirror-like surfaces catch light a...
Brass
Art Deco Rustic Wood Gueridon Side Table
Located in New York, NY
A small rustic round wood and glass side or drinks table, in the Art Deco style, circa late-20th century. This side or drinks table has all the hallmarks of Art Deco design including...
Glass, Wood
$15,278
H 37.01 in W 18.51 in D 14.97 in
Italy 18th Century Louis XV Walnut Side Table Gueridon with Drawings
Located in Brescia, IT
18th Century Louis XV Italian (Tuscany) walnut side table with drawings. It was a work table to contain embroidery accessories, a very charming piece. It shows a beautiful proportio...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Spanish Green Onyx Gueridon / Side Table, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding Mid-Century Modern Onyx Stone Gueridon Table Spain, 1950s Eye-catching onyx side table with column pedestal round base holding a round top. It has an amazing color in gre...
Stone, Onyx
French Art Deco Alabaster Gueridon Table / Side Table
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding Alabaster Gueridon Table France, 1930-1940 Gueridon Side Table / Drinks Table in Turned Alabaster. Manufactured at the Art Deco Period. Rare find. Amazing color! Elegant ...
Alabaster
Mid-Century Modern Travertin Gueridon
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Travertin Gueridon
Travertine
$2,291
H 26.78 in W 14.57 in D 12.21 in
Spanish Drinks Table Gueridon / End or Side Table in Black Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Martini Table // Gueridon // Side Table // End Table // Drink Table // Floor Ashtray Elegant hand-hammered iron drinks end table /floor ashtray standing on tripod base. Spain, 1950...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Gueridon In Walnut, France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Modernist walnut gueridon with a stepped stem and a conical base
Walnut
Spanish Alabaster Gueridon Table / Side Table
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gueridon Side Table / Drinks Table in Turned Alabaster, Spain, 1950s-1960s Manufactured at the Mid-Century Modern Period. Elegant alabaster side table with round top and pedestal rou...
Alabaster, Brass
$3,525
H 22.84 in Dm 14.18 in
1960 Piero Fornasetti Italian Design Flower Metal Brass Gueridon Side Table
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Brescia, IT
Side Table Piero Fornasetti Italy, 1950 lithographic transfer print on lacquered metal Brass Frame Paper label on the bottom Wear consistent with age and use (shown in the pictures)
Metal
Italian Gueridon Marquetry Tripod Table
Located in East Aurora, NY
An exceptionally nice Walnut octagon marquetry tripod table. The Marquetry design on the top, base, and legs are constructed of mixed hardwoods. The original surface has a great age...
Wood
Sarreid Round Chinoiserie Gueridon Side Table
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Sarreid Round Chinoiserie Gueridon Side Table. Brass framed table with a circular painted center with chinoiserie decoration depicting men in fields. The circular brass top with thre...
Brass
$14,900 / set
H 16.5 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in
Pair of French 1940s Style Modern Neoclassical Gueridons / Side Tables
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of French Forties style side tables/gueridons the modern neoclassical spirit. The pieces are in hand-forged iron with a braided rope border and the delicate legs termina...
Iron, Wrought Iron