Willy Rizzo Furniture
Italian, 1928-2013
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.
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Creator: Willy Rizzo
Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot Sectional Corner Sofa in White Upholstery
By Mario Sabot, Willy Rizzo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, sectional corner sofa, fabric, ultrasuede, wood, Italy, 1970s.
This rare sofa is designed by Willy Rizzo and consists of a three-seater, two-seater, a...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Ultrasuede, Wood
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...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Willy Rizzo, table in Lacquered Wood and steel for Mario Sabot, Italy
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Willy Rizzo, table in Lacquered Wood and steel for Mario Sabot, Italy 1960
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Steel
Willy Rizzo Set of 3 Vases in Stainless Steel with a Brass Insert
By Willy Rizzo
Located in PARIS, FR
Rizzo loved the simplicity and purity of Rationalism and was heavily inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetic. Informed by his photographer’s eye, he sought visual harmony of shapes and mat...
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1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
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.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$2,400 / item
Willy Rizzo - Cabinet Elm Burl Wood
By Mario Sabot, Willy Rizzo
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.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rectangular Cocktail Table by Willy Rizzo for Cidue, Italy, 1970s
By Cidue, Willy Rizzo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Hollywood Regency; Willy Rizzo; Black Formica; 1970s; Space Age; Italy; Mid-Century Modern; 20th Century; Modernist;
Rectangular cocktail table designed by Willy Rizzo for Cidue in ...
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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Metal
Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot Glass Cabinets
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian glass cabinets designed by Willy Rizzo. Smoked glass with accenting brass hardware.
Please confirm location.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
$3,500 Sale Price / set
22% Off
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...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Willy Rizzo Smoked Glass Cabinet for Mario Sabot, 1970
By Mario Sabot, Willy Rizzo
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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vintage Tortoiseshell Lucite & Chrome Serving Tray by Willy Rizzo, Italy ca.1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Geneva, CH
Tortoise shell and chrome serving tray by Willy Rizzo made in Italy ca. 1970
Good vintage condition
L 54 x D 35 x H 8 cm
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Tortoise Shell
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...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Willy Rizzo Console Cassia
By Willy Rizzo
Located in PARIS, FR
Rizzo loved the simplicity and purity of Rationalism and was heavily inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetic. Informed by his photographer’s eye, he sought visual...
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1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
$15,607
Willy Rizzo Wall Mirror in Brass and Burlwood
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.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
1970s Stacking Corner Cabinet by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Toronto, CA
This cabinet has the head-turning magnetism of a celebrity, and no wonder: it’s by Willy Rizzo (1928 – 2013), a photographer of the mid-century jet set who turned to furniture design...
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1970s Post-Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Wood
Willy Rizzo Set of 3 Vases in Stainless Steel with a Gray Green Brass Insert
By Willy Rizzo
Located in PARIS, FR
Rizzo loved the simplicity and purity of Rationalism and was heavily inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetic. Informed by his photographer’s eye, he sought visual harmony of shapes and mat...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Italian Table Lamp by Willy Rizzo for Lumica
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Vilnius, LT
Mid-century Italian table lamp in brass and gilded chrome decorated with natural suede leather elements on all base sides.
There are 3 pcs. of E24 bulbs, that can be switched separ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
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...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Grey - Red Set of 4 "willy Rizzo" Dining Chairs.
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Waasmunster, BE
Grey - Red Set of 4 "willy Rizzo" Dining Chairs.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Metal
Alveo Cocktail Table in Walnut BurlWood Veneer with Brass Corners & Drybar
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Cheyenne, WY
This cocktail table, designed by Willy Rizzo, is a part of his Alveo Series—alveo meaning riverbed. Rizzo, who first made his name as a photographer, launched his design career in th...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Suite de 6 chaises italiennes traîneau vintage de Willy Rizzo pour Mario Sabot
By Willy Rizzo
Located in BESANÇON, FR
6 chaises vintage des années 70, superbe design italien attribué à Willy Rizzo pour Mario Sabot, structure et dossiers en bois foncé, assises amovibles totalement rénovées en très jo...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Wood
Set of six chairs, designed by Willy RIZZO for CIDUE, in black leather. Italy, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Cidue
Located in Torino, IT
Set of six chairs,
design by Willy RIZZO
for CIDUE,
in Black leather.
ORIGIN
Italy
PERIOD
1970s
DESIGNER
Willy RIZZO
(Naples, 1928 - Paris, 2013) was a celebrated Italian photogr...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Metal
Travertine and Brass Dinning Table by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful and very elegant barrel-shaped dining room table is made of a very nice travertine top with brass mesh on the sides of the top as well as on the base. This is a work b...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Willy Rizzo Nesting Trays Serving Pieces in Steel and Brass 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Willy Rizzo set of three nesting trays in polished stainless steel and brass, signed, from the 1970s. The graduated measurements are 5.15 inches then 7.9 inches and 10.65 i...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Italia table lamp, brass and chrome-plated steel, Willy Rizzo for BD Lumica
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Valladolid, ES
Gorgeous and very trendy table lamp designed by Willy Rizzo for BD Lumica, showcasing a blend of sophistication and architectural style. The lamp's structure is organized using cubic...
Category
1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
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...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Chrome and Brass Willy Rizzo Table without Glass Top
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Miami, FL
Metal table without glass top
By Willy Rizzo
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
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...
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Chrome Lamp "Lumica" Willy Rizzo, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in PARIS, FR
Chrome "Lumica" table lamp by Italian designer Willy Rizzo for BD Lumica from the 1970s. Functional, with a European plug. Sold without a lampshade. In excellent condition.
LP3323
Category
Mid-20th Century Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Metal
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 ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
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, ...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Willy Rizzo Coffee Bar Table in Checkered Burl Wood & Black Stained Veneer, 1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Cheyenne, WY
This coffee bar table by Willy Rizzo, emulative of the Art Deco influence during the 1970s, features a checker-like top with contrasting panels of rich brown burl and dark-stained wo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Italian Modernist Faux Marble Cocktail Table by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage Italian cocktail table designed by Willy Rizzo, circa 1970s. This table has an organic and minimalist design in which the elegance of the materials used in its const...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,199 Sale Price
20% Off
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.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
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.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Pair of Geometric Brass and Chrome Table Lamps by Willy Rizzo for Lumica
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Red Lion, PA
Pair of Geometric Brass and Chrome Table Lamps by Willy Rizzo for Lumica
Metal tube structure with a square section and chrome and gilt patinas. It keeps the original lamp holder, ...
Category
1970s Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
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 ou...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
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...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Brass
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...
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1660s Italian Antique Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Ultrasuede, Wood
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...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of Ten Dining Chairs for Mario Sabot in Black Lacquer with Cotton Blend 1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Cheyenne, WY
This set of ten dining chairs, designed by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, feature an elegantly curved back and frame of black lacquered wood. Offering up simple, ergonomic elegance, th...
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1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Lacquer
Willy Rizzo Serving Bar Cart in Chrome, Brass, Lucite and Straw, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Exceptional and unique Italian serving bar cart in chrome and brass with an incredibly stylish bottom tray in lucite and Vienna straw and completed by its original smoked glass top. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Table Lamp (LOVE LAMP) by Willy Rizzo 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Large round table lamp by Willy Rizzo. France.
Original vintage round stainless steel lamp with copper lining, designed by Willy Rizzo in the 1970s. It includes five E27 light socke...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Willy Rizzo furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Willy Rizzo furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Willy Rizzo furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Willy Rizzo were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Romeo Rega, Gianfranco Frattini, and Ico Parisi. Prices for Willy Rizzo furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $300 and can go as high as $29,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,639.
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