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Romeo Rega Furniture

Italian

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.

Find a collection of vintage Romeo Rega case furniture, seating and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Romeo Rega
Romeo Rega Coffee Table, circa 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in L'Escala, ES
Beautiful Romeo Rega coffee table manufactured in Italy in the 1970s. Chrome, glass and brass in very good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Romeo Rega Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

1970s Romeo Rega Coffee Table in Stainless Steel and Glass
By Romeo Rega
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Beautiful 1970s Romeo Rega coffee table in stainless steel and glass with beautiful etching. Designer's insignia in the corner.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Romeo Rega Furniture

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Stainless Steel

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Romeo Rega furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Romeo Rega furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Romeo Rega furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Romeo Rega were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Willy Rizzo, Carlo Scarpa, and Giovanni Offredi. Prices for Romeo Rega furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $390 and can go as high as $44,562, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,200.

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