Combining the opulence of Italian Baroque art, the grandeur of Roman classicism and the clean sophistication of mid-century modernism, Vivai del Sud’s designs have an utterly recognizable look. Carefully crafted, limited edition floor mirrors, credenzas, sofas and other pieces echo the elegance of Hollywood Regency style while incorporating playful inspiration from the design team’s Italian heritage.
Brothers Giorgio, Gianfranco and Piero di Pierri founded Vivai del Sud in Rome in 1950. Established first as a landscape design firm, its early work included designing modern winter gardens throughout Italy as well as restoring historic parks. Building on this success, Vivai del Sud expanded in 1970 with a new focus on interior decoration and furniture design.
Originally from the Italian region of Puglia, the brothers were inspired by Italian Baroque artists and Roman architecture, using classical themes and mythological motifs in their furniture designs. Vivai del Sud built an international audience for its inimitable pieces, opening branches in Italy, France, Germany, the United Arab Emirates and West Africa.
Vivai del Sud later added architectural design to its practice, designing luxury hotels as well as residential buildings. The company has also published magazines and books of poetry.
Vivai del Sud’s work has garnered international acclaim, with features in Domus, Casa Vogue and other major publications.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Vivai del Sud seating, tables, decorative objects and more.
Vintage Varnished Iron Etagere with Wooden and Colored Formica Shelves, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s. This shelving unit is made from varnished iron with brass feet caps and wooden shelves that are covered in Formica. It may show slight traces of use since it's ...
Brass, Iron
Vintage Walnut Bookshelf and Secretaire by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s - 1960s. This bookshelf and secretaire features a walnut frame with nickel-plated brass handles and black varnished metal feet, which are not original. As a matt...
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Bamboo and Formica Demilune Console Table with a Lower Shelf, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. It features a bamboo frame with a formica veneered top. The lower shelf has a missing band (as you can see in the pictures) but this doesn't affect its stabili...
Formica, Bamboo
Postmodern Tempered Glass and Steel Etagere by Gallotti & Radice with a Shelf
By Gallotti & Radice
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s - 1980s. This etagere / side table is made in tempered glass and features a glass shelf and steel parts. It may show slight traces of use since it's vintage, bu...
Steel
Monumental Wooden Cabinet with Parchment Panels by Gio Ponti, Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. It features parchment panels and it is made in a rare exotic wood. Its bar part features mirrored glass interiors. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might s...
Brass
Vintage Black Walnut Divider Cabinet in the style of Emilio Lancia, Italy
By Emilio Lancia
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1930s. It is made in black walnut and features brass handles. This is a vintage item, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it has been perfectly restored...
Brass
Asymmetrical bamboo and smoked glass shelf - 1970s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
There was an error while attempting to create your item. Bamboo decoration - Mid-century Measures : 103x30cm H:181cm Materials : Bamboo - Smoked Glass
Bamboo, Glass
Midcentury Bamboo and Glass Etagère with Five Shelves and Geometric Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Midcentury bamboo and glass étagère with five shelves and geometric accents. Step into the world of Midcentury elegance with this bamboo and glass étagère, a piece that beautifully...
Bamboo, Glass
Bamboo, Brass and Smoked Glass Étagère or Shelving Unit
Located in Roma, IT
Refined and unique etagere or shelving unit fully hand-made in solid brass and bamboo, completed with thick smoked glasses. This one-of-akind organic piece was crafted in Italy duri...
Brass
Mid-century modern set of 2 Étagère/Bookcase 1970 Italian manufactuing in bamboo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Set of two bamboo bookcases dating back to around the seventies, Italian manufacturing. The two bookcases have six brown glass shelves. Glass dimensions: width 64cm x 33.5 cm Two pie...
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s Large 2 Piece Hollywood Regency Bamboo Étagère with Wood Shelves
By Vivai del Sud
Located in St. Louis, MO
Wonderful 1970s BOHO CHIC large two piece Bamboo Étagère with wood shelves. In very nice original condition, maybe a few spots of wall paint, will try to remove prior to shipping. ...
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Pair of Stunning Wrapped Bamboo and Glass Bookshelves Etageres
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome pair of Miami Modern wrapped rattan and glass shelf etageres. Each etagere has four glass shelves and decorative wrapped rattan trim.
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
