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.
Vivai del Sud Square Side Table in Bamboo, Wicker and Rattan, Italy, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
orgeous mid-century small square side table in bamboo, rattan, and hand-woven wicker. This stylish organic table was produced in Italy during the 1970s by Vivai del Sud. In fabulous...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Large Italian Rectangular Coffee Table in Bamboo, Wicker and Smoked Glass, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning French Riviera style rectangular organic coffee table fully made in bamboo and woven rattan wicker completed by a bronzed glass top. This stylish and unique piece was hand-m...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Glass
Vivai del Sud Midcentury Large Italian Coffee Table in Bamboo and Rattan, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century rectangular coffee table fully made in curved bamboo, woven rattan and wicker. This stylish organic cocktail table was designed by Vivai del Sud in Italy in the ...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vivai del Sud Midcentury Italian Square Coffee Table in Bamboo and Rattan, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous and unique square organic coffee table in bamboo and hand-woven rattan wicker with crystal glass top. This incredibly stylish piece was designed by Vivai del Sud in Italy d...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vivai del Sud Square Coffee Table in Woven Bamboo with Mirror, Italy, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning square side or coffee table made of woven bamboo and rattan, completed with a mirrored top. This incredibly stylish organic table was designed by Vivai del Sud and produced ...
Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror
Italian Side Table in Bamboo, Wicker and Glass, Vivai del Sud, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful square-shaped side table in bamboo and hand-woven wicker with a crystal glass top. This stylish organic table is attributed to Vivai del Sud and was produced in Italy durin...
Brass
Large Rattan and Wicker Elephant Side Table by Vivai del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous midcentury elephant-shaped side table with removable tray fully made in hand-woven wicker. This gorgeous piece was designed by Vivai del Sud in Italy during the 1970s. In...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Large Rattan and Wicker Elephant Side Table by Vivai del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Franca Helg, Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful and rare midcentury elephant-shaped side table with removable tray fully made in hand-woven wicker. This stylish organic piece was designed by Vivai del Sud and produced in...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Italian Rectangular Coffee Table in Bamboo and Rattan by Vivai del Sud, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century two-tier rectangular coffee table fully made in bamboo, rattan and wicker. This lovely organic coffee table was designed by Vivai del Sud and produced in Italy d...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vivai del Sud Square Coffee Table in Bamboo, Wicker and Rattan, Italy, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century square coffee table in bamboo, rattan, and hand-woven wicker. This wonderful organic table was produced in Italy during the 1970s by Vivai del Sud. In fabulous ...
Crystal
Pair of Bamboo and Rush Fabric Side Tables – 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of Bamboo and Rush Fabric Side Tables – 1970s Product details Bamboo structure with shelves made of rush fabric and rush trim. Dimensions: 31 W x 48 H x 31 D cm
Bamboo, Rush, Wood
Pair of Mid Century Bamboo and Rattan Side Tables, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very nice, understated yet very typical bamboo & rattan side tables. Two different heights: 44 cm and 53 cm The base areas are 33 x 33 cm and 41 x 41 cm.
Bamboo, Rattan
$950
H 12.5 in W 22.5 in D 23.75 in
Percival Lafer Rosewood and Smoked Glass Coffee or Side Table, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Miami, FL
Rosewood and smoked glass top coffee or side table by Percival Later. Brazil, 1970s; maintains original label.
Smoked Glass, Rosewood
Smoked Glass Coffee Side Table, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Coffee/side table completely in smoked glass with an abstract sculptural presence that gives it a dynamic style.
Metal
$1,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 18.12 in W 22.84 in D 46.46 in
Rectangular Glass Coffee Table with Brass and Acrylic Glass Frame, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s. This coffee table features a plexiglass and brass frame with two beveled glass shelves. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, b...
Brass
$2,333
H 20.48 in W 43.31 in D 23.82 in
Folding Coffee Table in Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker and Steel Corner, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Folding coffee table in bamboo and Rattan with corners reinforced with steel. Made in Italy 1970s.
Metal, Steel
$3,850
H 14.97 in W 27.96 in D 18.12 in
Midcentury Coffee Table Wavy Legs in Rattan by Vivai Del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing rectangular coffee table in wood and rattan with wavy legs by Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were the three...
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Vivai del Sud Italian Two Seat Sofa
By Vivai del Sud
Located in New York, NY
A vibrant and cheerful Vivai del Sud two seat sofa in gold and cream silk moire fabric; original upholstery. The smooth and sensuous form, combined with the sweet color, creates an a...
Fabric
$2,450 / set
H 30.71 in W 22.45 in D 22.05 in
Pair of Vintage Rattan and Bamboo armchairs by Vivai del Sud. Italy 1960s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Catania, CT
This is an exceptional and highly sought-after Mid-Century Italian set of two armchairs manufactured by Vivai del Sud, circa the 1960s. The piececes exemplify high-end Italian tropic...
Bamboo, Rattan
$1,312Sale Price|25% Off
H 14.97 in Dm 35.44 in
1970s Space Age Round Coffee Table with Smoked Glass & Chrome
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Space Age Round Coffee Table, Smoked Glass & Chrome, Italy, 1970s Crafted in Italy during the 1970s, the table embodies the pure essence of Space Age design. Featuring a sleek c...
Chrome
$3,885
H 29.73 in W 54.93 in D 20.48 in
Midcentury Console Table in Bamboo and Rattan Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful rectangular console table in bamboo and rattan in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were th...
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
$3,267
H 31.89 in W 79.93 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo Sofa Bed by Vivai del Sud. 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian bamboo sofa by Vivai del Sud. This sofa can become a comfortable single bed. From the part under the seat another bed can be pulled out. The bedsteads are...
Bamboo
Rattan Sofa by Vivai Del Sud, 1970s - New Upholstery
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Brussels, BE
Rattan Sofa by Vivai Del Sud, 1970s - New Upholstery
Rattan
Sold
H 15.95 in W 13.59 in D 13.59 in
Set of Three Side Tables By Vivai Del Sud, Model Stella and Croce - 1960s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, RM
Set of Three Side Tables By Vivai Del Sud, Model Stella and Croce - 1960s Product details Wooden structure, bamboo, and woven wicker Original label Cross dimensions 34.5 W x 40.5 H x...
Bamboo, Rush, Wood
Sold
H 21.66 in W 28.75 in D 16.15 in
Large Rattan and Wicker Elephant Side Table by Vivai del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury elephant-shaped side table with removable tray fully made in hand-woven wicker. This stunning organic piece was designed by Vivai del Sud in Italy during the 197...
Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
Sold
H 24.02 in W 24.41 in D 16.54 in
Vivai del Sud Pair of Nightstands in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning pair of Mid-Century nightstands, fully hand-made in bamboo, rattan, and hand-woven wicker, completed with a crystal glass top. These unique organic nightstands were produced...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Glass
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H 16.15 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Vivai del Sud Square Coffee Table in Bamboo, Wicker and Rattan, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century square coffee table in bamboo, rattan, and hand-woven wicker, completed with a crystal glass top. This wonderful organic table was produced in Italy during the 1...
Crystal
Sold
H 17.72 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in
Vivai del Sud Large Rectangular Coffee Table in Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous and unique very large organic two-tier coffee table in bamboo and hand-woven wicker completed by 2 crystal glasses. This stunning piece was produced in Italy during the 197...
Glass, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Sold
H 11.82 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in
Vivai del Sud Midcentury Italian Square Coffee Table in Bamboo and Rattan, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous and unique square coffee table in bamboo and hand-woven rattan wicker with crystal glass top. This wonderful and unique organic table was designed by Vivai del Sud in Italy...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Sold
H 21.26 in W 26.38 in D 16.15 in
Large Rattan and Wicker Elephant Side Table by Vivai del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning midcentury elephant-shaped side table with removable tray fully made in hand-woven wicker. This gorgeous object was designed by Vivai del Sud in Italy during the 1970s. In...
Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
Sold
H 22.05 in W 16.15 in D 27.17 in
Large Rattan and Wicker Elephant Side Table by Vivai del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning midcentury elephant-shaped side table with removable tray fully made in hand-woven wicker. This gorgeous object was designed by Vivai del Sud in Italy during the 1970s. In...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Sold
H 29.53 in W 39.77 in D 22.05 in
Mid-Century Vivai del Sud Desk in Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker and Brass, Italy, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century organic desk with drawers fully made in a gorgeous combination of bamboo, rattan, hand-woven wicker and brass. This stylish desk was produced by Vivai del Sud in...
Brass
Sold
H 22.05 in W 16.54 in D 30.32 in
Large Rattan and Wicker Elephant Side Table by Vivai del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning midcentury elephant-shaped side table with removable tray fully made in hand-woven wicker. This gorgeous object was designed by Vivai del Sud in Italy during the 1970s. In...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
1960s Vivai Del Sud Italian Split Reed End Tables, a Pair
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Hudson, NY
Statement split reed end tables attributed to Italian designer Vivai Del Sud. Made in the 1960’s, use them as pedestals or add a glass top to make...
Bamboo
Sold
H 16.15 in W 26.38 in D 26.38 in
Vivai del Sud Midcentury Italian Square Coffee Table in Bamboo and Rattan, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century two-tier square coffee table fully made in bamboo, rattan and wicker. This lovely organic cocktail table was designed by Vivai del Sud in Italy in the 1970s. Th...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan