Italian sculptor, furniture designer and maestro d’arte e mestiere (master of art and craft) Giuseppe Rivadossi is considered one of the 20th century’s leading woodworkers. His hand-carved, mid-century modern furniture — as well as the work of Officina Rivadossi, the firm he cofounded — has been described as poetic, ancient, ethereal and soulful.
Rivadossi was born in 1935 in Monteclana di Nave, where he still lives and works today. He began woodworking at an early age, learning the craft from his father, who founded a carpentry business in 1920. In 1962, Rivadossi took over his father’s workshop and transformed it into an artistic atelier, creating sculptural furniture and objets d’art.
Toward the late 1960s, Rivadossi’s friends and fellow woodworking artists encouraged him to exhibit his wooden sculptures at shows throughout Italy. In 1968, he participated in his first sculpture exhibition, which led to others throughout the 1970s, such as the Triennale di Milano in 1974 and the Biennale di Mentone in 1976. That same year, Rivadossi and several collaborators established Officina Rivadossi, which specialized in wooden objects, sculptures and modern furniture. Pieces included walnut dining room tables, oak sideboards and architectonic dining chairs and armchairs suitable for the home or office.
From the 1980s through the 2000s, Rivadossi’s designs took on a more organic, architectural approach. For instance, his Custodia Lombarda cabinet comprises two doors with hand-carved latticework that gradually reduces size. His decorative boxes with grooved textures, geometric patterns and curved forms also double as desktop sculptures.
In 2013, Officina Rivadossi evolved to become Habito di Giuseppe Rivadossi, which Rivadossi runs with his two sons Emanuele and Clemente. Since then, the furniture firm has shown at numerous exhibitions, including Salone del Mobile di Milano, the London Design Festival, PAD Paris and BRAFA Art Fair, in Brussels. Also, in 2018, Rivadossi received the prestigious Maestro d’Arte e Mestiere award at the Triennale di Milano.
On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage and contemporary Officina Rivadossi case pieces, tables and dining chairs.
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Dining Set in Carved Pine
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, unique set of seven dining armchairs with table, solid pine, Italy, 1970s This unique dining ensemble is among the finest works we have en...
Pine
Midcentury coffee table by Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, Italy 1970
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Coffee table by Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi manufactured by Officina Rivadossi. Stunning coffee table featuring a high level of craftsmanship in woodwork which ...
Wood
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Dining Table in Oak
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, dining table, oak, Italy, 1970s Giuseppe Rivadossi once again proves his great eye for materialization and technicality this table is exem...
Oak
Square Italian Dining Table in Oak and Glass
By Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining table, oak, glass, Italy, 1970s This Italian dining table from the 1970s is defined by its clear structure and careful craftsmanship. The square top is arranged in a grid-lik...
Glass, Oak
Giuseppe Rivadossi High Table in Oak Wood by Officina Rivadossi 1970s
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Cascina, Pisa
High work table in oak wood designed by Giuseppe Rivadossi and produced by Officine Rivadossi in 1973. Originally realized for a fabrics Atelier in Brescia (Italy), this table presen...
Oak
Officina Rivadossi Oak Dining Table with Botticino Marble Inlay, Italy 1970s
By Officina Rivadossi
Located in Hellouw, NL
Furniture by Officina Rivadossi is known for its honest use of materials and traditional woodworking techniques. This dining table combines solid oak with a polished Botticino Marble...
Marble
$3,500
H 29 in W 37 in D 37 in
Chunky Mid Century Modern Oak and Cork Square Dining Table or Game Table
By John Richardson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning and gorgeous square dining or card table circa 1960s. It features a simple modern design with a chunky stained oak frame and a cork top. The top has glass.
Oak, Glass, Cork
Oval Dining Table in Natural White Oak
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing our exquisite Amber oval dining table, crafted from beautiful white oak for a touch of elegance. Its solid construction ensures durability and longevity, perfect for ever...
Wood, Oak
Italian Coffee Table, 1970
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful red leather and wood two-tier coffee table from Italy, 1970, attributed to Poltrona Frau. One dark and one light wood top, wrapped in ox-blood colored, patinaed leather, on...
Metal
Pine Dining Table by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, Sweden, 1960s
By Yngve Ekström, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Dronten, NL
A distinctive Scandinavian Modern dining table designed by Yngve Ekström and produced by Swedese in the 1960s. Crafted in solid pine, the table exemplifies Ekström’s commitment to fu...
Pine
Giuseppe Rivadossi Hand-Carved Coffee Table in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, coffee table, oak, Italy, 1970s A beautifully crafted coffee table in solid oak by Giuseppe Rivadossi. Defined by its bold architectural f...
Oak
$4,332Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Angelo Mangiarotti style round Italian marble dining table, 1970s
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Stunning round midcentury white marble dining table with an Elegant thin tabletop and conical base in the style of Angelo Mangiarotti. Italy, 1970s. White marble with gray veining th...
Carrara Marble
Midcentury Italian Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960s Italian coffee table with 2 levels of glass. Measurements: Height: 15.5" Length: 54" Width: 24"
Brass
$4,094
H 15.75 in W 55.12 in D 20.87 in
1960s by Frattini for Bernini Italian Midcentury Design Coffee Table
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Brescia, IT
Gorgeous rosewood coffee table by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina. Very good condition Any defects on the top (look at the pictures).
Wood
Vintage italian marble dining table, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Fantastic looking rosa portogallo marble dining table with beautiful colours and veining. Good condition. 1970s - Italy Height: 75cm Width: 200cm Depth: 100cm Ref: 25111003 *All...
Marble
$2,566
H 16.93 in W 46.86 in D 29.93 in
Salvino Marsura Italian Midcentury Brutalist Coffee Table, 1970s
By Salvino Marsura
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Salvino Marsura Italian Midcentury Brutalist Coffee Table, 1970s Coffee table handcrafted by Italian Artist and Sculptor Salvino Marsura. (1938-2020) The coffee table shows an amazi...
Crystal, Wrought Iron
$6,433
H 32.29 in W 79.53 in D 32.29 in
Antique Swedish Folk Art Dining Trestle Table Fit for 4-6 People in Solid Pine
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique dining trestle table fit for 4-6 people. This folk art, trestle table is from northern Sweden and made around 1830. Made by hand in solid pine and never painted. The table to...
Pine
Guido Faleschini Coffee Table for Mariani, Italy, 1970s
By Guido Faleschini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Guido Faleschini coffee table and four poufs for Mariani, fabric and glass, Italy, 1970s A coffee table that doesn’t just sit there—it hosts. Designed in the 1970s for Mariani, this...
Glass
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H 16.54 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Square Coffee Table by Giuseppe Rivadossi in Slavonian Oak, Italy 1980s
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Hellouw, NL
A restrained composition of timber and glass, where proportion and material carry the narrative. This table reflects a quiet confidence, rooted in Italian craftsmanship and a respect...
Oak
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H 16.34 in W 39.38 in D 24.41 in
Brutalist Coffee Table in Slavonian Oak by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy 1970s
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Hellouw, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi’s furniture carries the unmistakable clarity of handwork, structure, and thought. This 1970s coffee table, produced by Officina Rivadossi, reflects his philosophy ...
Glass, Oak
Officina Rivadossi Coffee Table in Slavonian Oak, Italy 1980s
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Hellouw, NL
A sculptural piece of Italian design, this coffee table by Officina Rivadossi captures the studio’s ability to combine artisanal woodworking with architectural clarity. Produced in t...
Oak
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H 16.54 in W 39.18 in D 23.63 in
Coffee Table in Slavonian Oak by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy 1970s
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Hellouw, NL
This coffee table designed by Giuseppe Rivadossi in the 1970s is produced in his workshop and blends skilled craftsmanship with understated Italian sensibilities. Design Constructed...
Oak
Large Giuseppe Rivadossi Dining Room Table in Oak, Italy 1970s
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Hellouw, NL
A clear example of precise woodworking. This large table by Officina Rivadossi showcases the workshop’s dedication to craftsmanship and straightforward construction. Built with a foc...
Oak
Dining Set by Giuseppe Rivadossi in Slavonian Oak, Italy 1970s
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Hellouw, NL
In 1978, Giuseppe Rivadossi established Officina Rivadossi, where he began crafting exquisite furniture and wooden objects. The Italian maestro continues his work in the studio, now ...
Oak
Dining Table in Slavonian Oak by Officina Rivadossi, Italy 1970s
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Hellouw, NL
Officina Rivadossi, founded by master craftsman Giuseppe Rivadossi, is celebrated for its dedication to traditional Italian woodworking. Rivadossi's workshop produces handcrafted fur...
Oak
Giuseppe Rivadossi For Officina Walnut Desk, Italy, 1980's
By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Austin, TX
Rare and collectible executive desk in walnut plank by Giuseppe Rivadossi. Solid construction throughout with creative joinery techniques. Hand-planed exterior surface gives the wa...
Walnut