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.
1970s Postmodern Nesting Tables by Romeo Rega, Brass, Glass and Steel
By Romeo Rega
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. These three tables feature a brass and steel frame with glass tops. They are vintage, therefore they might show slight traces of use, but they can be considere...
Brass, Steel
$2,365
H 29.53 in W 27.17 in D 29.14 in
Italian Dining or Console Table in Brass and Chrome by Romeo Rega, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Roma, IT
Incredibly elegant and rare cage table in brass and chrome designed by Romeo Rega and produced in Italy during the 1970s. In amazing condition, the charming sculptural base features...
Brass, Chrome
French Nesting Tables of Brass with Smoked Glass
Located in Austin, TX
A set of French Modern rectangular nesting low tables featuring three fitted tables, each with an elegant frame design in gilt metal with inset rectangular smoked glass top. Great f...
Metal, Brass
$6,893
H 33.47 in W 78.75 in D 17.72 in
Italian Rare Mid-Century Brass, Chrome and Glass Console Table by Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Vilnius, LT
Vintage Italian exclusive and rare brass, chrome and glass console table by Romeo Rega from 1970's. The top and down shelve of this console are with smoked glass. Very good vintage c...
Brass, Chrome
$3,891Sale Price|30% Off
H 30.32 in W 47.25 in D 46.86 in
Romeo Rega's round dining table of brass, steel and decorated glass, 70s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Palermo, IT
The table is made of brass and steel bars. Its elegant beauty given by its skillfully spaced brass and steel brackets make this product very sophisticated and accurate in its composi...
Brass
1970s brass and steel coffee table by Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Vigevano, PV
Elegant 1970s brass and steel coffee table by Romeo Rega
Brass, Steel
$3,895 / set
H 18.13 in W 22 in D 13.88 in
French Nesting Tables of Brass with Mottled Smoke Mirrored Glass
Located in Austin, TX
A set of fine French Modern rectangular nesting low tables featuring three fitted tables - in ascending sizes - each with a frame of gilt metal brass and steel, and inset rectangular...
Metal, Brass
$2,838Sale Price|20% Off
H 21.07 in W 18.71 in D 14.77 in
French 1970s Neo-Classical Steel and Brass Nesting Tables
By Maison Jansen
Located in Milan, IT
French 1970s neo-classical steel and brass nesting tables. Attributed to Maison Jansen.
Brass, Steel
$3,301Sale Price|64% Off
H 28.75 in W 55.12 in D 55.12 in
Romeo Rega Square Table Brass Steel Signed 1970s Italian Design Minimalist
By Romeo Rega
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Romeo Rega elegant table and rare piece, made of brass and steel parts, with all acid stained glass, typical of Romeo Rega invention, signed, Metalarte production.
Brass, Steel
Midcentury Brass & Smoked Glass Nesting Tables, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of 3 coffee tables made of brass and smokey glass. All parts are original vintage condition (see photo). Brass is in bad condition new Glass Tables is 39/33/28 46/37/30 42/30/30
Brass
$1,774 / set
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Chrome and Brass Nesting Italian Coffee Tables with Smoked Glass Top, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Roma, IT
Midcentury chrome and brass set of three nesting coffee tables with smoked glass top. This wonderful item was made in Italy during the 1970...
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Romeo Rega, Italian Chrome Brass and Glass Coffee Table , 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A square coffee table designed by Romeo Rega, featuring a smoked glass top framed in chrome and brass. This iconic piece reflects the designer flair for geometric lines and luxurious...
Chrome
$1,573
H 18.31 in W 20.87 in D 12.8 in
Midcentury Brass and Glass Nesting Tables Maison Baguès Style, Italy 1970s
By Maison Jansen, Maison Baguès
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful pair of half moon nesting table in faux bamboo brass and top glass in the style of Maison Baguès. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Metal, Brass
Italian Set of 3 Nesting Tables in Brass Chrome and Smoked Glass
By Romeo Rega
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
An original Romeo Rega Italian set of nesting tables on chrome, brass and smoked glass. The 3 tables are mounted on wheels with polished chrome frame that is edged in brass in the Ho...
Brass, Chrome