Taupe Colored Sideboard by Willy Rizzo, 1972
View Similar Items
Taupe Colored Sideboard by Willy Rizzo, 1972
About the Item
- Creator:Mario Sabot (Maker),Willy Rizzo (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 29.73 in (75.5 cm)Width: 69.69 in (177 cm)Length: 29.73 in (75.5 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1972
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Rotterdam, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU111724472263
Willy Rizzo
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.
- Jean Touret & Les Artisans de Marolles sideboard in solid Oak and wrought IronBy Jean TouretLocated in Rotterdam, NLRare sideboard in solid Oak and wrought Iron by Jean Touret & Les Artisans de Marolles, France 1950s. Clean and modest lines made from raw and honest materials such as solid French O...Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
MaterialsWrought Iron
- Ceramic vase by Hans & Renate Heckmann, 1972Located in Rotterdam, NLSculptural ceramic vase by Hans Renate Heckmann (1935 - 2022), Germany 1972. Hans took his pottery apprenticeship in 1950– 1953, Renate between 1959 - 1962 and continued between 1963...Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vases
MaterialsCeramic
- Abstract ‘Spatial’ wall tapestry by Annet Gaaikema, 1972Located in Rotterdam, NLLarge wall Tapestry by Annet Gaaikema (1944), The Netherlands 1972. The tapestry shows beautiful spatial openwork and crochet work, all skillfully and disciplinary done by hand, even...Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
MaterialsJute, Natural Fiber
- Abstract Carrara marble sculpture by Willy Anthoons, France 1951By Willy AnthoonsLocated in Rotterdam, NLAbstract Carrara marble sculpture by Willy Anthoons (Belgium 1911 - Paris 1982), France 1951. Beautiful stylized flowing shapes, resulting in a calm and peaceful sculpture. The sculp...Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
MaterialsCarrara Marble
- Gae Aulenti bed mod. ‘Tennis’ for Gavina, Italy 1972By Gavina, Gae AulentiLocated in Rotterdam, NLLarge king size bed by Gae Aulenti mod. ‘Tennis’ for Gavina, Italy 1972. Unique and iconic bed from the ‘Tennis‘ series referring to the round shapes and th...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
MaterialsLeather, Wood
- Abstract Metal Sculpture by Jacques Scheepens, 1960sLocated in Rotterdam, NLAbstract Metal Sculpture by Jacques Scheepens, The Netherlands 1960s. Scheepens studied at the Royal Academy of art in Den Bosch from 1948 until 1951, he practiced sculptures, painti...Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
MaterialsMetal, Sheet Metal
- Sideboard by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, 1970sBy Mario Sabot, Willy RizzoLocated in amstelveen, NLElegant black sideboard made in black laminated wood and chromed steel edges and drawer pulls on the front. Designed by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot in Italy in 1974. It has two opening side doors, one center drop-down door, and three drawers. The production was limited to 2000 pieces in white, black, and brown. The middle section has a hole in the back. Because the previous owner had his audio...Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
MaterialsLacquer
- Original black 3-door Sideboard by Willy RIZZO, Sabot 1972By Willy RizzoLocated in Berlin, BerlinBlack three-door Sideboard designed by Willy Rizzo. Italy, Mario Sabot, 1972. Black laminate and chrome detailed sideboard, designed by Willy Rizzo and produced by Mario Sabot. Two ...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Credenzas
MaterialsLaminate
- Italian Sideboard Alveo by Willy Rizzo for Mario SabotBy Mario Sabot, Willy RizzoLocated in Vlimmeren, BEThis unique sideboard was designed by Willy Rizzo from the Alveo series published by Mario Sabot Editions, Italy 1970. Willy Rizzo (1922-2013) was an Italian photographer and designe...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
MaterialsSteel
- Original 3-door Sideboard in black by Willy RIZZO, Sabot 1972By Willy RizzoLocated in Berlin, BerlinTwo-door sideboard designed by Willy Rizzo. Italy, Maria Sabot, 1972. Dark red laminate and chrome detailed sideboard designed by Willy Rizzo and produced by Mario Sabot. Two doors ...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Credenzas
MaterialsLaminate
- Impressive Italian Sideboard by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, 1970sBy Mario Sabot, Willy RizzoLocated in Echt, NLItalian Sideboard by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, 1970s Beautiful large sideboard in very good condition. Designed by Willy Rizzo Produced by Mario Sabot, Italy 1970s This side...Category
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Sideboards
MaterialsMalachite, Metal, Chrome, Berlin Iron
- Midcentury Willy Rizzo Burl Wood and Chrome Credenza, Italy, 1970sBy Willy RizzoLocated in Baambrugge, NLImpressive Italian credenza designed attributed to Willy Rizzo. The rich burl wood sides and top in shades of caramel and coffee brown, have a warm, glossy look. True to Willy Rizz...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
MaterialsChrome