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.
Romeo Rega Brass, Chrome and Crystal Centerpiece Catchall Vide Poche, circa 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in Atlanta, GA
Renowned Italian designer Romeo Rega designed this stunning modernist brass and chrome catchall or tray. The piece was meticulously crafted in Italy circa 1970. This rare catchall sh...
Crystal, Metal, Brass, Chrome
Vintage Romeo Rega Signed Brass and Chrome-Plated Checkers Game Italian Restored
By Romeo Rega
Located in North Miami, FL
This ultra chic and modern signed vintage Italian Romeo Rega vintage checkers game has sculptural components. It is great just even as a decorative ob...
Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Pair of Cylindrical Box in Chrome, Brass and Lucite by Romeo Rega, Italy 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing pair of cylindrical box in chrome, brass and lucite by the Italian designer Romeo Rega. Made in Italy in the 1970s. His signature is engraved on the pair of box as shown in...
Metal, Brass, Chrome, Steel
Italian 1970s Multi Windows Picture Frame in Brass, Chrome and Leather
By Paul Evans, Romeo Rega
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1970s Multi Windows Picture Frame in Brass, Chrome, and Leather Sold by Nella Longari, probably by Romeo Rega
Brass, Chrome
Italian 1970s Multi Windows Picture Frame in Brass, Chrome and Leather
By Paul Evans, Romeo Rega
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1970s Multi Windows Picture Frame in Brass, Chrome and Leather Sold by Nella Longari, probably by Romeo Rega
Brass, Chrome
Romeo Rega Chrome and Brass Rectangular Photo Frame, Italy, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century picture frame in chrome-plated metal and brass. This stylish piece was designed by Romeo Rega and produced in Italy during the 1970s. Fully original and in amaz...
Brass, Chrome, Metal
$3,450Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Romeo Rega Brass Pyramid Step Box Sculpture Desk Accessory Italian 70's
By Romeo Rega
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing and very special heavy large vintage brass stepped pyramid box and or sculpture designed by Romeo Rega is Italian and now rare. This is from the 70s. It is unmarked but ...
Brass
EXQUISITE MID CENTURY MODERN CiRCA 1970 ROMEO REGA CHROME & BRASS PICTURE FRAME
By Romeo Rega
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable Mid Century Modern Romeo Rega Brass & Chrome picture frame in the Art De...
Brass, Chrome
Large Italian Romeo Rega Flower Planter from 1970's
By Romeo Rega
Located in Vilnius, LT
Large vintage Italian Romeo Rega planter in chrome and brass from the 1970s. Solid and heavy planter is on wheels that works perfectly and makes easy to change position without need ...
Brass, Chrome
Signed Brass, Chrome & Decorative Glass Stacking Trays by Romeo Rega, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Geneva, CH
Decorative set of 3 stacking trays in chrome, brass and decorative colored glass. Signed. 30 x 30 x 6 cm
Brass, Chrome
$1,186Sale Price / set|50% Off
Romeo Rega Italian brass chrome set of two picture frames 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful set of two Mid-Century picture frames made in Italy in the late 1970s by Romeo Rega. These brass and chrome frames are very graphic and decorative, and covered with brown v...
Brass, Chrome
$664Sale Price|30% Off
Decorative Round Box in Glass Steel Gilded Brass Italian Design 1970 Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Round box in glass steel and gilded brass Italian Design 1970 Romeo Rega.
Brass, Steel
$4,175Sale Price|26% Off
H 3.15 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
French Chess Theme of Ancient Egypt Plaster & Wood Restored, circa 1920
Located in Labrit, Landes
French chess game in the thematic of Ancient Egypt. The chess pieces are in painted and waxed plaster, the board is in wood and the is also a display shel...
Plaster, Wood
$1,124
H 13.78 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in
Midcentury Tommaso Barbi Burl and Chrome Square Picture Frame, Italy 1970s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Roma, IT
Astonishing midcentury chromed brass and burl square photo frame. This beautiful piece was designed in Italy in the 1970s by Tomaso Barbi and is als...
Metal, Chrome
Italian Photo Frame Handmade Wood, Double Heart
By Laura G Art with Heart
Located in Sarezzo, IT
Double Heart is a unique arge Italian hand crafted wood double photo frame by sculptor Massimo Pasini. Wood is a very warm material and it is very m...
Wood
Picture Frame Wood Chrome E Glass Felice Antonio Botta Italy 1970s
By Felice Antonio Botta
Located in Rome, IT
Picture frame in burl wood, chrome and glass by the Italian designer Felice Antonio Botta. Made in Italy in the 1974.
Metal, Chrome
Hollywood regency brass and wicker vide poche, Italy ca. 1970
Located in Firenze, IT
Hollywood regency bowl / vide poche in the manner of Gabriella Crespi Italy ca. 1970 Wicker, brass H 8 cm - 36 cm Conditions: excellent, no defects.
Brass
Lucite and Chrome Box, Italy, 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Rare decorative lucite and chrome cube-shaped box. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Chrome
Turtle Brass Vide-Poche
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice turtle vide-poche is made of brass. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Brass
Italian Photo Frame in Silver , Laura G Heart ruby.
By Laura G Art with Heart
Located in Sarezzo, IT
Laura G' Heart Ruby is a very sweet small photo frame, golden silver with enamel ruby color, a wonderful masterpiece of Laura G collection Art with Heart photo frames...
Silver
Italian Snakeskin Picture Frame, circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A '70s Modern Italian red burgundy suede and snakeskin picture frame, circa 1970s, Italy. Frame can sit in two positions: vertical (as shown) o...
Animal Skin, Suede, Glass
$2,100 / item
H 3.86 in W 12.45 in D 14.26 in
Mahjong Game Board in Black Polished Ebony Passione Di Gioco
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Ebony polished mahjong with ruthenium brass parts.
Ebony
Italian Malachite and Brass Picture Frame, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Italian picture frame from the 1970s, crafted with a polished malachite veneer and accented by a gilt brass border. The vivid green malachite showcases natural banded pattern...
Malachite
Large Qajar and Enamelled Ghalian Section with Brass Hookah Base
Located in New York, NY
Large qajar and enamelled ghalian section with brass Hookah Base circa 1900, Persia The gold waisted body decorated with European scenes and portrait...
Gold, Brass
Set of Three 1970s Romeo Rega Italian Photo Frames
By Romeo Rega
Located in Florence, Tuscany
A delightful and hard to come by set of three Romeo Rega 1970s photo frames. Each frame uses his iconic brass and white metal inlay. All in good conditio...
Silver, Brass
Sold
H 11.42 in W 9.85 in D 1.19 in
An elegant 1970s Romeo Rega Mid-Century Modern Rectangular Picture Frame
By Romeo Rega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This picture frame by Romeo Rega features clean lines and a minimalist design, embodying the sophistication and simplicity characteristic of Mid-Century Modern aesthetics. Made from ...
Silver Plate, Brass
Pair of Large Italian Romeo Rega Flower Planters from 1970's
By Romeo Rega
Located in Vilnius, LT
Pair of large vintage Italian Romeo Rega planters in chrome and brass from the 1970s. Solid and heavy planters are on wheels that works perfectly and makes easy to change position wi...
Brass, Chrome
Nickel plated brass & plexiglass 1970s box by Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Cylindrical box in nickel plated and brass with plexiglass lid by Romeo Rega. Very good condition.
Brass, Nickel
1970s Romeo Rega Italian Picture Frame
By Romeo Rega
Located in Florence, Tuscany
A rare original Italian Romeo Rega 1970s photo frame made of brass surround and inlaid chrome. A detailed and beautiful hand-made piece. It is lined ...
Brass, Chrome
Romeo Rega Picture Frame Brass Metal Crome 1960 Italy
By Romeo Rega
Located in Milano, IT
Romeo Rega picture frame.
Brass
Romeo Rega Italian Chrome Brass Jewellery Box 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Mid-Century square box signed by Romeo Rega in Italy in the late 1970s. This chrome jewellery or make-up box features a beautiful round brass on the top, and black acrylic ...
Brass, Chrome
Sold
H 9.44 in W 10.2 in D 10.2 in
Mid-Century Modern Metal and Brass Cachepot by Romeo Rega, Italy 'circa 1965s'
By Romeo Rega
Located in Catania, IT
For his range of sophisticated furniture and modernist items, Romeo Rega worked with wrought iron, fabrics, glass and more, producing an amalgam of geometric shapes, sculptural flour...
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Vintage Romeo Rega Poker Set, 1970's
By Romeo Rega
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
This is a rare vintage Romeo Rega Poker set with RR mirrored logo on top of the lid. The box of the poker set is made in black plexiglass decorated with ...
Acrylic
Romeo Rega Chromed Brass and Lucite Box, Italy, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Naples, IT
Chromed brass and lucite box, Romeo Rega 1970.
Brass
Romeo Rega Brass and Chrome Photo Frame, Italy, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Naples, IT
Unusual and elegant photo frame in brass and chrome with a chromed geometric design with kinetic effect, Romeo Rega, 70s. Trestle and back in black felt and glass protection on the f...
Brass, Chrome
Romeo Rega Rectangular Box in Brass and Chrome, Italy, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Rome, IT
1970s chrome and brass box with black acrylic interior by the Italian designer Romeo Rega. His signature is engraved on the box as shown in photos.
Metal, Brass