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 Chromed Ice Bucket with tongs, Italy, 1970's
By Romeo Rega
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb Hollywood Regency ice bucket designed in Italy, 1970's. In the style of Romeo Rega, this unique object with its chromed structure will add a touch of elegance to your bar and ...
Chrome, Metal
1970s Romeo Rega Mid-Century Modern Brass and Silver Plate Italian Wine Cooler
By Romeo Rega
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a Romeo Rega 1970s Mid-Century Modern Italian wine cooler, notable for its refined craftsmanship and luxurious materials. The design features a cylindrical form, with the ext...
Metal, Brass
Vintage Italian Aluminum "Pear" Ice Bucket
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Italian Modern aluminum 'pear-form' ice bucket with white plastic insulated bucket (ca. late 1960s/early 1970s, Italy). Features a textured, sculptural stem decoration ...
Aluminum
$2,900
H 8.5 in W 10 in D 10 in
Large Mid-20th Century Globe Champagne or Wine Cooler Italian, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
A Impressive Large Heavy Quality mid-20th century Globe Champagne or Wine Cooler, hailing from Italy and dating around 1970. This modernist piece exudes quality, with thick and surp...
Silver Plate
$1,650Sale Price|25% Off
H 8.08 in Dm 10.04 in
Christofle Art Deco / Modern Design Champagne, Wine Cooler, France, 1970s
By Christofle
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Christofle Art Deco design champagne, wine cooler, France, 1980s. Very chic! We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1995. If you have ...
Metal
$4,400 / set
H 16.25 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in
Emilia Castillo Silver Plated Ice Bucket & Tongs with Seashell Motif, Mexico
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking silver plated hammered ice bucket with matching tongs by acclaimed Mexican silversmith Emilia Castillo, handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico. Known for her distinctive blend of traditional Taxco silversmithing and nature-inspired artistry, Castillo creates collectible works that are both functional and sculptural. This coastal-inspired ice bucket features a beautifully hammered silver surface with a decorative openwork rim adorned with detailed scallop shells, nautilus shells, and fish appliqués. The matching silver plated tongs...
Silver Plate, Copper
Victorian Copper and Brass Wine Cooler, Four Bottle Design, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Victorian era patinated copper and brass four bottle wine cooler with an ice compartment in the center.
Copper
$950
H 31 in W 11.5 in D 8.5 in
Glitzy Chrome Standing Champagne Ice Bucket with Brass Ball Shaped Handles
By International Silver
Located in Miami, FL
A glamorous and functional midcentury modern chrome champagne ice bucket or cooler on a stand having brass shaped ball handles and finial on top. Also works well with Art Deco. Ple...
Aluminum, Brass
Willy Rizzo Purple Frosted Lucite Large Ice Bucket, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Fabulous large ice-bucket made in a combination of ice-effect purple lucite and clear lucite. This incredibly charming and unique piece is attributed to Willy Rizzo and was produced ...
Acrylic, Lucite
Ice Bucket in Chrome in the shape of a bowling ball, France, 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Vintage chrome ice bucket with an iconic spherical design reminiscent of the 1970s. Its perfectly round shape and mirrored finish give it a futuristic aesthetic typical of space age ...
Chrome
Mid 19th Century English Silver Plated Wine Cooler, Hand-Crafted
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid 19th century English Sheffield silver plated barware / tableware wine cooler / ice bucket with removable insert, exterior design details and two side handles. The wine cooler / i...
Silver Plate, Copper
$1,502
H 8.86 in W 10.24 in D 7.49 in
A Gio Ponti Mid-Century Silver plated Champagne or Wine Cooler, A. Krupp, Milano
By Gio Ponti, Arthur Krupp
Located in London, Fitzrovia
A Mid-Century Silver plated Gio Ponti Champagne or Wine Cooler for A. Krupp, Milano. Barely used. From a series designed for the VI triennale, 1930's to 1950's. Beautiful quality an...
Metal
1970's Italian Cube Ice Bucket in Thick Lucite With Sliding Lid
By Alessandro Albrizzi
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage Ice cube bucket in thick lucite. Beautiful and functional ice bucket with sliding top is an outstanding addition to any bar. The lucite is in very good condition and will kee...
Lucite
Signed Calegaro Ice Bucket in Hammered Silverplate, Italy 1970s
By Calegaro
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century ice bucket in hammered silverplate. This incredibly stylish piece was hand-made by Calegaro in Italy during the 1970s and is signed on the bottom and on the side...
Metal, Silver Plate