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.

Creator: Willy Rizzo

Willy Rizzo. Hollywood Regency style acrylic carey table lamp, Italy, 1970s

$1,138Sale Price|20% Off

Willy Rizzo. Hollywood Regency style acrylic carey table lamp, Italy, 1970s

By Romeo Rega, Sandro Petti, Tommaso Barbi, Willy Rizzo, Philippe Barbier

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Compatible with US/EU standards. LED compatible. Hollywood Regency tortoiseshell-like acrylic table lamp in the style of Willy Rizzo and Romeo Rega for Guzzini, Italy, 1970s. This s...

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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Brass

Burl elmwood and brass sideboard by Willy Rizzo, Ed.Mario Sabot 1970

$6,638

Burl elmwood and brass sideboard by Willy Rizzo, Ed.Mario Sabot 1970

By Mario Sabot, Willy Rizzo

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

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Brass

Tavolo in noce, inserti in ottone, piano vetro fumé stile Willy Rizzo, anni 70

$2,563Sale 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...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Willy Rizzo Smoked Glass Cabinet for Mario Sabot, 1970

$3,033

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

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Brass, Steel

Mid-Century Modern Brass Chrome Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo Signed 1970s Italy

$2,220

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...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Rare side table of chromed brass and creme coloured laminate by Willy Rezzo

$5,500

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

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Chrome

Set de 4 chaises Willy Rizzo, années 1970

$3,422 / 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...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Chrome

Willy Rizzo Mid-Century Large Sculptural Table Lamp in Chrome, Italy 1970s

$4,006

Willy Rizzo Mid-Century Large Sculptural Table Lamp in Chrome, Italy 1970s

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Roma, IT

Spectacular and unique table lamp in polished chrome-plated steel designed by Willy Rizzo and produce in Italy during the 1970s. In fabulous condition and fully original. This one o...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Willy Rizzo & Nucci Valsecchi Parchment Dining Table, Model 2007D, for TURA Milano

$41,205

Willy Rizzo & Nucci Valsecchi Parchment Dining Table, Model 2007D, for TURA Milano

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...

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1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Wood, Parchment Paper

Coffee Table Composed of Two Designer Faux Marble Tables Resting on Chrome Legs

$13,735Sale Price|20% Off

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...

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1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Chrome

Willy Rizzo Dining Armchair by Cidue, Modern Aluminum Design, 1970s

$320Sale Price / item|20% Off

Willy Rizzo Dining Armchair by Cidue, Modern Aluminum Design, 1970s

By Cidue, Willy Rizzo

Located in Debrecen, HU

This Italian design chair was designed by Willy Rizzo for the Italian manufacturer Cidue. A very comfortable dining chair with armrests. Rizzo entered the world of the newly formed “...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum

A Willy Rizzo Chest with Two Doors and Brass Trim

$5,900

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...

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Late 20th Century Italian Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Brass

Willy Rizzo. Brutalist murano glass table lamp for BD Lúmica, Spain, 1970s

$897Sale Price|20% Off

Willy Rizzo. Brutalist murano glass table lamp for BD Lúmica, Spain, 1970s

By BD Lumica, Willy Rizzo

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Space Age style Murano glass table lamp designed by Willy Rizzo for BD Lúmica, Spain, 1970s. Hand-blown Murano glass base with bubbles, crafted in transparent, white and grayish navy...

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1970s Spanish Space Age Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

Set of five Italian dining chairs in the manner of Willy Rizzo

$1,854 / set

Set of five Italian dining chairs in the manner of Willy Rizzo

By Willy Rizzo

Located in BE

This set of six 1970s Italian dining chairs features a fresh brown boucle upholstery, offering a stylish update to a classic design. While often attributed to designer Willy Rizzo an...

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1970s Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Bouclé, Wood

Willy Rizzo Brushed Brass Wall Mirror, Italy, Modern, Circa 1970

$6,800

Willy Rizzo Brushed Brass Wall Mirror, Italy, Modern, 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

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Brass

"Flaminia" Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo

$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 ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Willy Rizzo Mid-Century Two-Tier Console Table, Chrome & Glass, 1955

$10,500

Willy Rizzo Mid-Century Two-Tier Console Table, Chrome & Glass, 1955

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...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Brass

Brass Chrome Smoked Glass Willy Rizzo Square Coffee Table

$5,200

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.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Italian Willy Rizzo Table Lamp in Purple Plexiglass and Brass

$5,033

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

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Travertine Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo, Italy, 1960s

$3,777

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

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Travertine

Large table lamp with glazed ceramic base and brass shade

$5,150

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

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Brass

Willy Rizzo Lumica Clock Bicolor 1970s

$1,087

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...

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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Willy Rizzo Nesting Trays Serving Pieces in Steel and Brass 1970s

$3,891 / set

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

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Brass, Steel

Willy Rizzo Fiorentina Model Steel and Brass Crystal Top Table, 1970s

$7,153

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...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Italian Modernist Faux Marble Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo, 1970s

$6,499

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...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

1970s Willy Rizzo Brass Console with Glass Top

$5,436

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

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Brass

Set of 6 Chairs by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, Italy, 1970s - New Upholstery

$8,241 / set

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

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture

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Metal

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.