Combining the opulence of Italian Baroque art, the grandeur of Roman classicism and the clean sophistication of mid-century modernism, Vivai del Sud’s designs have an utterly recognizable look. Carefully crafted, limited edition floor mirrors, credenzas, sofas and other pieces echo the elegance of Hollywood Regency style while incorporating playful inspiration from the design team’s Italian heritage.
Brothers Giorgio, Gianfranco and Piero di Pierri founded Vivai del Sud in Rome in 1950. Established first as a landscape design firm, its early work included designing modern winter gardens throughout Italy as well as restoring historic parks. Building on this success, Vivai del Sud expanded in 1970 with a new focus on interior decoration and furniture design.
Originally from the Italian region of Puglia, the brothers were inspired by Italian Baroque artists and Roman architecture, using classical themes and mythological motifs in their furniture designs. Vivai del Sud built an international audience for its inimitable pieces, opening branches in Italy, France, Germany, the United Arab Emirates and West Africa.
Vivai del Sud later added architectural design to its practice, designing luxury hotels as well as residential buildings. The company has also published magazines and books of poetry.
Vivai del Sud’s work has garnered international acclaim, with features in Domus, Casa Vogue and other major publications.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Vivai del Sud seating, tables, decorative objects and more.
Midcentury Pair of Candle Holder Monkey in Ceramic by Vivai Del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing pair of candle holder in white ceramic shape of monkey by Costa for Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. About the Creators: Vivai del Sud was started by ...
Ceramic
Vivai Del Sud White Ceramic Monkey Candlestick, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Milan, IT
Paolo D'Anna for Vivai Del Sud White Ceramic Monkey Candlestick, Italy 1970s Fully signed.
Ceramic
$1,137
H 20.08 in W 14.57 in D 20.48 in
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Decorative Vase, by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous midcentury bamboo and rattan decorative vase. This beautiful piece was produced by Vivai del Sud in Italy during 1970s. This large amphora vase...
Bamboo, Rattan, Rush
Midcentury Rattan Plant Holder Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1960s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful round plant holder in curved rattan with three wheels in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1960s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex ...
Metal
$1,310
H 12.21 in Dm 20.67 in
Midcentury Rattan Plant Holder or Basket Attributed Vivai Del Sud, Italy 1960s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful round plant holder in curved rattan with three wheels attributed to Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1960s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex ...
Bamboo, Rattan
$984 / set
H 5.52 in W 5.12 in D 1.97 in
Pair of Ceramic Birds Candlesticks - Candle Holders - Japanese Pottery 1970s
By Jacques Pouchain, Dominique Pouchain
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Pair of Ceramic Birds Candlesticks - Candle Holders - Japanese Pottery 1970s Charming pair of bird-shaped ceramic candlesticks. Japanese 1970s pottery. Each candlestick is hand-cr...
Enamel
1970s Rattan Cane Brass Basket Centrepiece by Vivai del Sud Italy
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A stunning 1970s Italian oval basket hand-crafted in curved pencil reed, split cane and brass. This delightful decorative object was produced in Italy during the 1970s by Vivai del S...
Brass
$858Sale Price|28% Off
H 20.48 in W 22.05 in D 15.75 in
Vivai Del Sud Rattan Warm Honey Color Italy Amphora Vase, 1960
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, Lazio
Elegance and refinement are the objective of these amphora vases for the "vivai del sud", unique objects of their kind. The amphora vases are in wicker. Cleverly curved and then pla...
Rattan
$1,310
H 20.87 in Dm 11.82 in
Midcentury Basket Rattan, Wicker and Brass Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful round basket with lid in rattan, wicker and brass in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were...
Metal, Brass
$1,149
H 9.45 in Dm 18.9 in
Large Basket in Curved Rattan, Brass and Wicker by Vivai del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning large decorative basket fully made in curved rattan, wicker and brass. This delightful decorative object was produced in Italy during the 1970s by Vivai del Sud. In amazing...
Metal, Brass
1970s Rattan Cane Brass Tray Basket Centrepiece By Vivai del Sud Italy
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A stunning 1970s Italian tray basket hand-crafted in curved pencil reed, split cane and brass. This delightful decorative object was produced in Italy during the 1970s by Vivai del S...
Brass
$1,556
H 11.82 in Dm 25.2 in
Huge Basket in Curved Rattan, Brass and Wicker by Vivai del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous very large decorative basket fully made in curved rattan, wicker and brass. This delightful decorative object was produced in Italy during the 1970s by Vivai del Sud. In am...
Brass
Midcentury Rattan Decorative Basket by Vivai Del Sud, Italy 1960s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing decorative basket in curved rattan with handle attributed to Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1960s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were the three ...
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
$1,310
H 14.57 in Dm 13.78 in
Midcentury Basket Rattan, Wicker and Brass Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful round basket with handles in rattan, wicker and brass in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were...
Metal, Brass