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.
Mid-Century Modern Italian Rattan and Brass Dining Table by Vivai del Sud, 70s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This dining table was designed by Vivai Del Sud in Rome in the early 1970s. The bases, entirely handmade from rattan and brass, can be positioned in various ways. The table is truly ...
Brass
Mid-Century Style Wood and Brass Center Console, Italy, 1990s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Oval shaped console, can be positioned either in the center or on the wall, made entirely by hand, the top is made of a brass plate with a glass top, surrounded by beech wood strips,...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Briar Walnut and Brass Coffee Table, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian coffee table in walnut briar and brass, 70s. The coffee table has been restored and polished with shellac.
Brass
Mid Century Italian Unfilled Travertine and Brass Inlay Console Table
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mid-century Italian travertine console table. Sanded, unfilled finish. Decorative fine brass finish surrounding the top and bottom.
Travertine, Brass
Luciano Frigerio Mid-Century Modern Italian Design Brass Coffee Table, 1970s
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This coffee table was designed by Luciano Frigerio, produced by in the 1970s in Italy, with a very refined design, in solid brass and smoked glass.
Brass
Brutalist Italian Chestnut Wood and Brass Bar Cabinet, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Brutalist-style three-door bar cabinet in chestnut wood. With geometric and harmonious lines, the piece of furniture is also embellished by the underlying brass band.
Brass
1970s Rattan & Brass Geometric Console Table With Stepped Frame
By McGuire
Located in Elkton, MD
1970s console table in rattan construction with a geometric, stepped frame. The form is built from tightly bundled reed, layered to create a tiered profile along the top and legs, me...
Reed
Mid-Century Brass and Rattan Side Tables by Tempestini & Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century occasional end / side tables with basket woven rattan tops woven on brass frames resting on two V-shaped supports with rounded corners. (MAURIZIO TEMPESTINI FOR J...
Brass
Midcentury Console Table in Bamboo and Rattan Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful rectangular console table in bamboo and rattan in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were th...
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Rattan Console with Bronze-Patina Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Quartz, Brass
Mid Century Pencil Reed Rattan Console Table
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century Pencil Reed Rattan Console Table This console table measures: 55.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 25.75 inches high Great Vintage Condition. We take our photos in a controlled lig...
Rattan
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Console Table Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful console table in rattan and bamboo featuring a lower shelf in the style of the Italian designer Franco Albini. Made in Italy in the 1960s.22
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
