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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Creator: Willy Rizzo
Willy Rizzo Console Table in Wood, Brass, Chrome and Smoked Glass, 1970s, Italy
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Rome, IT
Console, hallway, foyer or entry table attributed to Willy Rizzo. It features one closable drawer and a door below.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Italian Modern Gold and Black Brass Console Table by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Salzburg, AT
Stylish straight lined console table, - brass frame and black lacquered wooden side panels and table top.
The construction of the frame has a width of 3cm.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Selection of Willy Rizzo sofas available, we can restore, choose your own fabric.
By Willy Rizzo
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This iconic sofa was designed by Willy Rizzo in 1969 and is published in many of the interior design journals of the period. This design was illustrated in Casa Vogue's feature on Rizzo's own home in St Tropez,France in their October 1974 issue.
The sofa is finished in brown suede.
We have a further selection of these Willy Rizzo sofas...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Suede, Wood
Willy Rizzo Console Table in Burlwood and Brass by Mario Sabot
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish Italian modern console table makes an elegant hall or entry table with an impressive mixture of vintage brass, chrome, and natural burl wood. Single drawer for convenien...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
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Chrome
Willy Rizzo Adjustable Table Lamp for BF Red Marble Brass, 1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Vienna, AT
Willy Rizzo adjustable table lamp for BF, Red marble brass, 1970. Rare adjustable table lamp with a heavy foot from red marble and revolvable rings from brass. Original 1970 shade...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
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Marble, Brass
Midcentury Drinks Cart of Brass, Chrome, and Burled Wood by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome French two-tiered midcentury drinks cart or bar cart trolley by Willy Rizzo, featuring a rectangular brass and chrome frame with two...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
1970s Table Lamp by Willy Rizzo in Burl Wood and Brass Mid-Century Modern Italy
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Rome, IT
This table lamp is made of burl wood and brass by the Italian Willy Rizzo, as the label on the side shows.
The two lights are adjustable.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Chrome Console / Sofa Table by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern brass, chrome and smoked green glass console / sofa table by Willy Rizzo for Maison Jansen, circa 1970. This double tier console...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
1970s Italian Brass Console in White Enamel and Smoked Glass
By Willy Rizzo
Located in London, GB
A 1970s Italian console in brass, white enamel and smoked glass. Produced by Idea Knox and designed by Arcangeli & Serantoni. Condition and wear consistent with age and use.
Measu...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Stylish Chrome and Burl Wood Bar Cart by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Montreal, QC
Stylish chrome and burl wood two-tier bar cart by Willy Rizzo.
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Cocktail Bar vintage in pelle scamosciata e cromo di Willy Rizzo Italia
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Napoli, NA
Mobile bar angolo
Di Willy Rizzo
Completo di pedana e 2 sgabelli
In buone condizioni
Parte posteriore con illuminazione con dettagli in acciaio, cromo e camoscio.
Bancone anterior...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Steel
A Willy Rizzo Bar Coffee Table with Resin Burl and Chrome, Italy c.1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Chicago, IL
A sophisticated Italian Midcentury Modern cocktail table and dry bar by Willy Rizzo. The table captures the glamour of 1970's design with its low, sleek, polished aesthetic. Furtherm...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Steel
Bar set with 2 stools in the style to Willy Rizzo, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Lasne, BE
The set includes a cabinet with 3 illuminated shelves in suede, chromed metal and brass. It also includes a counter in suede, chromed metal with a mirrored top, a fridge and a glass...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Willy Rizzo Steel and Leather Chair for Cidue, 1960s
By Cidue, Willy Rizzo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century steel and leather chair by designer Willy Rizzo for Italian design house Cidue. In original condition with visible wear and heavy patina, consistent with its age and use....
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Chairs Black Leather and Metal by Designer Willy Rizzo for Cidue
By Cidue, Willy Rizzo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of four Willy Rizzo chairs for Cidue. Black plated flat steel frame. Seat and backrest in thick black buffalo leather. Traces of normal...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 Willy Rizzo Chrome and Brown Leather Cantilever Chairs for Cidue, 1960s
By Cidue, Willy Rizzo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, late nineteen sixties, chrome and leather, cantilevered chairs by Italian designer and photographer Willy Rizzo for famed manufacturer Cidue. In original condition with ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Willy Rizzo Cantilever Dining chairs for Cidue, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Cidue
Located in Malibu, US
Chic set of 6 matching cognac brown leather chairs designed by Willy Rizzo for Cidue, Italy 1970’s.
All in excellent vintage condition. Excellent patina to the leather commensurate ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Sideboard / Commode by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, 1970's
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Vilnius, LT
Italian mid-century sideboard / commode by Willy Rizzo from 1970's.
Doors and drawers are decorated with chrome handles.
Central part doors opens down.
Corners are with chrome detail...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Willy Rizzo Dining Set for Cidue, Italy 1970s
By Cidue, Willy Rizzo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of (4) Vintage Mid Century 70's Willy Rizzo Chrome Dining Chairs for Cidue Elementi D’Arredo-Carre with matching Cidue table desig...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Set of six dining chairs by Willy Rizzo for Cidue, Italy 1970's.
By Cidue, Willy Rizzo
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Set of six dining chairs by Willy Rizzo for Cidue, Italy 1970's.
Black thick leather and chromed metal.
The leather has acquired a beautiful patina over the years
Dxhxl: 49x82x46 cm
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Bar set with 2 stools attributed to Willy Rizzo, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Lasne, BE
The set includes a cabinet with 3 illuminated shelves in black suede, chromed metal and brass, one of the sides at the back is mirrored glass. It also includes a suede and brass countertop...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Alveo coffee table by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Paris, FR
Alveo rectangular coffee table by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot.
Designed in the 70s, this table is recognizable by its central compartment and its chrome corner pieces. Originally the...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Willy Rizzo Mirror for Mario Sabot 'ALVEO Collection'
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in Brussels , BE
Willy Rizzo mirror for Mario Sabot (ALVEO collection).
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Willy Rizzo Green Lacquer and Chrome Square Bar Coffee Table Alveo 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Paris, IDF
This stunning square Alveo coffee table is guaranteed to be the focus of attention when you entertain guests in your living room. Following the glamorous mid-century look of other Classic Willy Rizzo designs, this beautiful green lacquered table...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 Willy Rizzo Diningchairs in Chrome and Leather for Cidue, Italy, 1970s
By Cidue, Willy Rizzo
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautifully patinated dark cognac brown dining-room chairs by Willy Rizzo for Cidue. As we are used from Willy Rizzo we see a good combination between the two materials used in this ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Unique Set of Willy Rizzo Coat Hangers / Hooks, Italy
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of three coat hangers/hooks from the 1970's, designed by the famous Willy Rizzo.
The two larger coat hangers are 30 cm wide (each) and the three coat hangers hanging side by si...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Geometric Brass and Chrome Table Lamps by Willy Rizzo for Lumica
By Willy Rizzo
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Metal tube structure with a square section and chrome and gilt patinas.
It keeps the original lamp holder, in gold bakelite, for three bulbs with embossed "Lumica" brand.
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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Midcentury Gold Brass Black Emanel Pair of Table Lamps by Willy Rizzo, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Elegant and charming pair of midcentury Italian table lamps from 1970s. This pair is Willy Rizzo designed and crafted during the 1970s in Italy.
These table lamps are composed by go...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Willy Rizzo Signed Chairs
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Miami, FL
Set of four chrome metal chairs signed Willy Rizzo on the chrome leg.
Newly reupholstered in black ultrasuede.
Measures: 19" H seat.
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Rizzo Furniture
Materials
Chrome
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.