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.
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Set of Four Chrome Side Chairs by Romeo Rega, 1970s Green Suede
By Romeo Rega
Located in Queens, NY
Set of four contemporary Italian postwar design 1970s chrome side chairs with dark green suede upholstered seat and back panel (by ROMEO REGA). Matching game table is dealer referen...
Chrome
$2,741Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 37.41 in W 18.51 in D 18.12 in
1970s Italian Romeo Rega Set of 4 Dining Chairs
By Romeo Rega
Located in London, GB
A set of four dining chairs by Romeo Rega in bi-metal upholstered in navy leather.
Brass, Chrome
$23,310 / set
H 27.96 in W 76.38 in D 32.29 in
Midcentury Italian Lacquer Brass Living Room Set by Romeo Rega, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Paris, IDF
This three elements living room set from the Mid-Century Modern Italian Riviera period designed by Romeo Rega is bursting with nostalgia. With its impeccable design, perfect proporti...
Brass
$2,861 / set
H 34.65 in W 21.66 in D 18.9 in
Set of Four Rainer Daumiller Pine Wood Dining Chairs, 1970s
By Hirtshals Savvaerk, Rainer Daumiller
Located in Echt, NL
Set of four solid pine wood chairs in very good condition. Designed by Rainer Daumiller and manufactured by Hirtshals Savvaerk in the 1970s The chairs have a carved seat and backr...
Wood, Pine
Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Set of matching Bertoia side, or dining, chairs in chrome with original white pad seat covers. This nice set is in very fine, original, clean and ready to use condition, the only cav...
Chrome
Set of Four Czech 1930s Tubular Chrome Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of four Czech Art Deco tubular chrome chairs. A matching armchairs is also available (not included in price) see pictures. and 1st...
Chrome
$12,846 / set
H 27.96 in W 51.97 in D 32.29 in
Midcentury Italian Lacquer Brass Living Room Set by Romeo Rega, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Paris, IDF
This two elements living room set from the Mid-Century Modern Italian Riviera period designed by Romeo Rega is bursting with nostalgia. With its impeccable design, perfect proportion...
Brass
Set of Four Ebonized Gothic Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of four ebonized Gothic side chairs. Label from Irving & Casson - A.H. Davenport, Co., Boston and New York.
Wood
Set of Four Regency Rosewood Side Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Beautifully detailed Regency rosewood side chairs with cheetah print cushions, circa 1810-1820. Set of four.
Rosewood
Romeo Rega 1970 Folding Chairs Set of 2
By Romeo Rega
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Romeo Rega 1970 folding chairs set of 2: elegant vintage chairs from the 70s that combine functionality and material luxury. These Romeo Rega 1970 folding chairs set of 2 are made of...
Steel
Set Of Four French Aluminum Side Chairs
By Jean Prouvé
Located in New York, NY
Two painted blue, two black, cast aluminum modernist side chairs of cast aluminum. I believe they are French in origine, however I cannot document them. Can be use in an indoor o...
Aluminum
$3,200 / item
H 39.5 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
Set 6 1970s Chrome and Suede Dining Chairs Milo Baughman Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic set of six 1970s chrome and suede dining chairs in the style of Milo Baughman. Stunning stylized side chairs, chairs have recently been restored, reupholstered, four with qua...
Chrome
Set of Four Neoclassical Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A set of four neoclassical side chairs. Mahogany with patinated brass inlay, details and sabots.
Brass
Set of 2 Vintage Italian Dining Chairs by Romeo Rega 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Set of 2 Vintage Italian Dining Chairs by Romeo Rega from the 1970s exemplifies the sophisticated and sleek design of the era. Crafted by renowned Italian designer Romeo Rega, th...
Brass
Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Austin, TX
Italian vintage set of six dining chairs in brass, professionally reupholstered, by Romeo Rega. We love the clean, open lines of the frames. Very comfortable, strong and efficient de...
Brass