Renowned Italian furniture designer Willy Rizzo is celebrated for having produced eye-catching, sensational showpieces that merged plush fabrics with wood, metal and glass. Influenced by European modernists and drawing on the spare forms and clean lines of the American mid-century modern style, Rizzo prized functionality and simplicity in his dazzling work.
Born in Naples, Rizzo never intended on designing furniture. Instead, he began pursuing photography at the age of 12. By the 1960s, he had become a notable photographer, having captured images of such celebrities as Marilyn Monroe, Fred Astaire and Spanish artist Salvador Dalí. His experience with furniture design came about inadvertently when he moved to Rome in 1966. There, Rizzo rented an apartment with his wife Elsa that he described as "practically uninhabitable." Dissatisfied with the Scandinavian furniture options on offer, Rizzo built sofas, coffee tables and other furniture to suit the space's strong modern vibe. When his friends saw what he had accomplished, they were enamored by his furniture creations and commissioned him to build similar items for them.
The demand for Rizzo’s furniture grew from there. He established a production facility and workshop in Tivoli, just outside of Rome, which grew to house over 150 employees. There, finding inspiration in the work of iconic architects including Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Le Corbusier, he created more than 30 unique furniture designs. Over the years he opened boutiques around the world to showcase and sell his furniture.
Rizzo prided himself on seamlessly blending the contemporary with the classic. “It was about creating something new for a traditional setting,” he said of his work. From his sleek sideboards to his low-profile side tables, elegant chairs and entire living room sets, Rizzo's style sensibility is evident throughout every detail of his designs.
Rizzo sold his company in 1978 and returned to photography. However, the presence of his furniture resonated into the new century and is sure to impact interior décor enthusiasts into the next. Over the years, high-profile collectors of Rizzo’s work have included French actress Brigitte Bardot, Salvador Dalí and American musician Lenny Kravitz.
On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage Willy Rizzo tables, lighting, seating and storage pieces.
$3,106Sale Price|20% Off
Italy Table lamp, brass and chrome-plated steel, Willy Rizzo for BD Lumica
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Valladolid, ES
Stunning table lamp designed by Willy Rizzo, blending sophistication and architectural style. Luxury and elegance emerge from the geometric shapes and combination of materials. The ...
Brass, Steel
Willy Rizzo Brass and Burlwood Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Willy rizzo brass and burled veneer mirror 1970s. Elegant mirror by Willy Rizzo refine with beautiful veneer and brass frame.
Brass
Rare side table of chromed brass and creme coloured laminate by Willy Rezzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare side table of chromed brass and creme coloured laminate. Manufactured 1970s by Mario Salbot, Italy.
Chrome
Willy Rizzo Rolling Ottoman
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully tailored Willy Rizzo rolling ottoman with hidden casters.
Wool
Willy Rizzo for Lumica 1970s, brass and cream enamel lamps with original shades
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Henley-On-Thames, GB
This stunning and extremely rare pair of brass and cream enamel lamps are designed by the legendary Willy Rizzo for Lumica Barcelona.They are large in scale and a masterclass in 1970...
Brass, Enamel
$11,331Sale Price|25% Off
Red Burgundy Lacquered Modular Shelf / Wall Unit by Willy Rizzo, Italy ca. 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage red burgundy lacquered laminated wood with chrome trims modular shelf by Willy Rizzo made in Italy ca. 1972. Very good condition Dimensions as shown on the pictures : W 320 ...
Metal
Brass Chrome Smoked Glass Willy Rizzo Square Coffee Table
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Sharp looking Mid-Century Modern coffee table by Willy Rizzo.
Brass, Chrome
A Willy Rizzo Chest with Two Doors and Brass Trim
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Chicago, IL
Sleek and timeless, this vintage storage chest by Willy Rizzo features lacquered amboyna veneers and refined brass inlay detailing. Designed in the early 1970s, it offers clean lines...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Travertine Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo, Italy, 1960s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Travertine Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo, Italy, 1960s
Travertine
$7,881Sale Price|20% Off
Willy Rizzo Cabinet, Elm Burl Wood & Brass, Mid-Century Modern, Italy
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in London, GB
Willy Rizzo cabinet, from the 1970s, it's a piece of history of furniture design. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Brass
$13,208Sale Price / item|20% Off
Willy Rizzo Drybar Set in Black Lacquer with Chrome and Cowhide Upholstery, 1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Cheyenne, WY
This dry bar set by Willy Rizzo features a clean chrome top that compliments the high-gloss quality of its black lacquered finish—an entertainment piece that exemplifies high-class g...
Chrome
Willy Rizzo Lumica Clock Bicolor 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, BD Lumica
Located in Cork, IE
This is a rare find! We are delighted to bring this glamourous 1970's cubic mantle clock designed by Willy Rizzo and produced by Lumica to the market. In overall good condition wit...
Brass, Chrome
Large table lamp with glazed ceramic base and brass shade
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Milano, IT
COD-2547 Large table lamp with glazed ceramic base and brass shade made of a high quality with interior covered in fabric and profile on the base in silver ceramic. The brass shade i...
Brass
Signed "Flaminia" Side Tables by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Geneva, CH
"Flaminia" chrome, brass and glass side tables by Willy Rizzo Very good condition. Signed. 3 pieces available.
Brass, Chrome
Willy Rizzo Style Mid-Century Lucite Ice Effect Ashtray, Desk Tidy, Catchall
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking modernist Lucite ashtray or vide‑poche, crafted with a bold architectural sensibility reminiscent of Willy Rizzo's aesthetic. This substantial catchall features a square, ...
Lucite, Plexiglass
Brass & Chrome "Flaminia" Console Table by Willy Rizzo, Italy, ca. 1970's
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Geneva, CH
Brass, glass and chromed steel "Flaminia" console table by Willy Rizzo, Italy ca. 1970's Very good condition. Traces appear on the metal (photo) are due to reflections of other furn...
Brass, Chrome
Signed "Flaminia" Side Table by Willy Rizzo, Italy, circa 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Geneva, CH
"Flaminia" signed side table by Willy Rizzo, Italy, circa 1970s Chrome and smoked glass. This table shows little variations with a similar one from Willy Rizzo also available in our ...
Chrome
1970s Willy Rizzo Brass Console with Glass Top
By Willy Rizzo
Located in IT
Brass console table with glass top for room center or wall mounting from the 1970s by Willy Rizzo. The console table has a frame with brass legs and a square base, attached to each...
Brass
Set of 6 Mid Century Dining Chairs by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a
Metal
$2,800 / item
"Flaminia" Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Geneva, CH
"Flaminia" coffee table by Willy Rizzo. Chrome, brass and smoked glass. Very good condition. A pair is available. Price is per item. W 130 ...
Brass, Chrome
SQ-AL Chairs by Willy Rizzo for Maison Willy Rizzo - Brass Version 1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Conversano, IT
This elegant set of four SQ-AL model chairs was designed by Willy Rizzo for his Maison Willy Rizzo during the 1970s, perfectly embodying the refined and architectural aesthetic that ...
Brass
Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot Pair of Nightstands "Ghost," Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in Naples, IT
Rare pair of cylindrically shaped bedside tables/tables in black laminated lacquered wood and chromed metal, designed by Willy Rizzo for the firm Mario Sabot in the 1970s. They have ...
Plastic, Wood
Coffee Table Composed of Two Designer Faux Marble Tables Resting on Chrome Legs
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare and beautiful design coffee table is composed of two tables made of faux marble resin tops and resting on two discreet chrome legs of different heights giving the impressio...
Chrome
1970s Hollywood Regency Flaminia Smoked Glass Coffee & Side Table by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Izegem, VWV
A large coffee table and matching side table created by Willy Rizzo from the Linea Flaminia series produced in the 1970s. The structure is in chrome, and the original smoked glass tr...
Brass, Chrome
$2,644Sale Price|20% Off
Tavolo in noce, inserti in ottone, piano vetro fumé stile Willy Rizzo, anni 70
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Catania, IT
Tavolo anni '70 nello stile di Willy Rizzo in radica con inserti in ottone e piano in vetro fumè. Buone condizioni e usura compatibile con l'età. Il tavolo presenta una piccola scheg...
Crystal, Brass
Willy Rizzo Console Table
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Willy Rizzo console table. Italian chromed steel two tier console with brass trim and features smoked glass top and lower shelf. Signed on one of the legs.
Brass, Steel
Alveo Coffee Bar Table By Willy Rizzo for Cidue Italy 1970's
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Oirlo, LI
Step into the world of 1970s luxury with this exceptional rectangular cocktail table designed by Willy Rizzo for Cidue. A true icon of Hollywood Regency style, this rare coffee table...
Chrome
Canapé en velour bleu nuit "Super C" Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Ce canapé modulaire modèle "Club C", dessiné par Willy Rizzo dans les années 1970, incarne à la perfection l'esthétique "Modern Regency" et le glamour de la jet-set. Revêtu d'un som...
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century Willy Rizzo Table Lamp For Lumica, 1970's
By Willy Rizzo, BD Lumica
Located in Vilnius, LT
Vintage Italian Space Age Willy Rizzo design Lumica table lamp in brass and chrome with white color plastic shade. Bulb holders: E27 type, 3 pieces (bulbs are not included). Very goo...
Brass, Chrome
$2,644Sale Price|20% Off
Elm burl veneer and chrome square mirror by Willy Rizzo. Circa 1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice design square mirror. is made of Elm burl veneer and chrome. This is an Italian work by famous designer Willy Rizzo. Circa 1970
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Italian Willy Rizzo Table Lamp in Purple Plexiglass and Brass
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Palermo, PA
This striking table lamp, designed by renowned Italian designer Willy Rizzo, exudes a sophisticated blend of materials. The base is crafted from a deep purple Plexiglass, which is be...
Brass
$424Sale Price|20% Off
Lusterie Deknudt Vintage Design Table Lamp Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Poperinge, BE
Vintage brass and chrome design table lamp with three pillars, by Willy Rizzo for Lusterie Deknudt, Belgium, 1970s, marked on the bottom with the maker's label. Elegant Hollywood Re...
Brass, Chrome
$3,529 / set
Set de 4 chaises Willy Rizzo, années 1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Tresbœuf, FR
Superbe ensemble de 4 chaises attribuées à Willy Rizzo, emblématiques du design italien des années 1970, période marquée par des lignes audacieuses, des matériaux nobles et une éléga...
Chrome
Willy Rizzo Italian Mid-Century Glass and Chrome Two-Tier Console Table
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century rectangular two-tier console with a square tube chrome frame with copper and brass trim around two inSet smoked glass shelves. (signed, WILLY RIZZO) Two chips in...
Brass
Dining Table Mod. 2007D by Willy Rizzo & Nucci Valsecchi for Aldo Tura, 1970
By Willy Rizzo, Aldo Tura, Nucci Valsecchi
Located in Conversano, IT
There are important tables. And then there is Model 2007 in the D / Decorated version. A manifesto of radical 1970s luxury, a triad of the highest systems of Design. A livable sculpt...
Wood, Parchment Paper
Set of 6 Chairs by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, Italy, 1970s - New Upholstery
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 6 Chairs by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, Italy, 1970s - New Upholstery
Metal
Willy Rizzo for Jean Charles Travertine and Brass Dining Table, France 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Hellouw, NL
Italian glamour meets architectural rigour in this sculptural dining table, designed by Willy Rizzo for Jean Charles in the 1970s. Its strong geometric silhouette, paired with natura...
Travertine, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Chrome Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo Signed 1970s Italy
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Vienna, AT
This signed Willy Rizzo vintage coffee table was made of brass and chromed metal and appears as an elegant beauty. Willy Rizzo (1928-2...
Metal, Brass
Willy Rizzo Brass Framed Mirror, Italy, circa 1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in New York, NY
Celebrated luxury furniture designer Willy Rizzo designed this beautiful brushed brass wall mirror, circa 1970. With sharp and clean lines, ...
Brass
$22,280Sale Price / set|20% Off
Willy Rizzo Super C Sofa Set with Wood Base and Ultra-suede Upholstery, 1969
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Cheyenne, WY
This modular sofa set designed by Willy Rizzo features one three-seater module and two single-seat modules, upholstered with camel ultra-suede. The modular aspect of Rizzo’s design a...
Ultrasuede, Wood
Willy Rizzo Fiorentina Model Steel and Brass Crystal Top Table, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in IT
Fiorentina Model table by Willy Rizzo, Italy, 1970s. Steel and brass structure, glass top. Size: 101 x 204 cm, H 75 cm. A video is available upon request. Good conditions, wears cohe...
Brass, Steel
Set of 6 Willy Rizzo Dining Chairs for Mario Sabot in Brown Velvet, Italy, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in Sant'Arsenio, Campania
An elegant set of six dining chairs designed by Willy Rizzo and produced by Mario Sabot in Italy during the 1970s. These chairs embody the sophisticated glamour that characterized I...
Velvet, Beech
Burl elmwood and brass sideboard by Willy Rizzo, Ed.Mario Sabot 1970
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in Renens, CH
Burlwood and brass sideboard by Willy Rizzo, Ed.Mario Sabot 1970 The gorgeous credenza has been designed by the famous Italian fashion photographer turned designer Willy Rizzo. Thi...
Brass
Italian Modernist Faux Marble Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Designed by the celebrated Italian designer Willy Rizzo during the 1970s, this exceptional coffee table exemplifies the refined glamour and modernism that defined his work. Known for...
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Willy Rizzo Smoked Glass Cabinet for Mario Sabot, 1970
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Smoked glass cabinet designed by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, 1970s. The cabinet comes with smoked glass with accenting brass hardware. The frame of the cabinet is made of ...
Brass, Steel