Well-known for adorning his handmade pieces with colorful inlays, designer Ivan Paradisi creates coffee tables, buffets, console tables and other furnishings that, with their unusual forms and clever mixing of materials, stand out in any space.
Born in Tuscany, Italy, in 1971, Paradisi initially tried to make his way as a musician and singer. He developed an enthusiasm for furniture design when he found work restoring valuable pieces of art. This endeavor led him to pursue furniture design.
Paradisi revels in the minor imperfections that can only exist in handmade works. He prefers to use rare materials in his designs, and any given structure might begin with rich hardwoods such as rosewood and ebony. From there, Paradisi fearlessly incorporates unexpected materials like plastic and steel into the dressers, mirrors and decorative objects he crafts in his studio.
Infusing his love of music into his creations, Paradisi draws inspiration from improvisational musical genres such as jazz and fusion in his workshop, building sculptural maple desks embellished with steel inlays or statement case pieces such as an olive wood storage cabinet with interiors that are lined in leather.
Paradisi continues to create bespoke designs today and has an atelier in Turin. He has exhibited at the Venice Biennale and the Italian Pavillon in Turin.
On 1stDibs, browse a selection of Ivan Paradisi tables, seating and storage pieces.
Modern Walnut Bull Sculpture "Taurus" in Marquetry by Ivan Paradisi, Italy
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
The "Taurus" is a modern walnut bull sculpture, crafted entirely by hand by Italian designer Ivan Paradisi. Animal sculptures hold an important place in Paradisi's body of work — ex...
Maple, Padouk, Walnut, Wenge
Modern Italian Marquetry Jewelry Box "Caruso" in Brown Wood by Ivan Paradisi
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
The "Caruso" is a handmade Italian jewelry box in colored eucalyptus, crafted in marquetry by designer Ivan Paradisi in his Turin atelier. Like the spare, unforgettable accompanimen...
Leather, Wood
Modern Italian Sideboard "Brown Sugar" in Walnut & Olive Wood by Ivan Paradisi
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
The "Brown Sugar" is a modern Italian sideboard in dark walnut and olive wood, handmade by designer Ivan Paradisi. A sculptural piece that blurs the boundary between collectible desi...
Leather, Maple, Olive, Walnut
Modern Chest of Drawers "Africa" in Zebrawood by Ivan Paradisi, Italy
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
The "Africa" is a modern chest of drawers in zebra wood, handcrafted by Italian designer Ivan Paradisi. Rising like a monolith on almost-invisible legs, it is built from a continuous flow of slender zebrawood strips — each leaf applied by hand and matched so precisely that the joins between the pieces all but disappear. The natural striping of the wood becomes the surface's living pattern. Four capacious drawers, lined in natural linen, reinforce the piece's earthy, tactile character. Conceived by Paradisi as a homage to the art and visual culture of the African continent...
Fabric, Zebra Wood
Modern Chest of Drawers "Master Blaster" in Ebony & Maple by Ivan Paradisi
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
The "Master Blaster" is a modern sculptural chest of drawers in ebony, maple, and leather, handcrafted by Italian designer Ivan Paradisi as a one-of-a-kind work of contemporary collectible design. Inspired by the wild freedom of African...
Leather, Ebony, Maple
Modern Italian Credenza "Espresso Love" in Maple & Walnut by Ivan Paradisi
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
The "Espresso Love" is a modern Italian credenza in maple and walnut, handcrafted by designer Ivan Paradisi — a sculptural storage piece that pays tribute to Italy's culinary traditi...
Brass
Enameled 16.5"L Bronze Roaring Tiger Sculpture
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a beautifully enameled sculpture of a Tiger. The Tiger is made of bronze and is enameled. A nice addition to any home or workspace.
Bronze, Enamel
Wood Panther Sculpture MDF
Located in DE MEERN, UT
The design of the panther must be meticulously planned, paying close attention to anatomical details. The layers of MDF should be cut and stacked to accurately resemble the curves and contours of the panther body. Each layer of MDF needs to be cut with precision to ensure a seamless fit when they are assembled. Achieving this level of accuracy requires precise measurements and the use of appropriate cutting...
Plywood
Antique Japanese Meiji period carved hardwood okimono of a prowling tiger C 1900
Located in Central England, GB
This most pleasing hand carved hardwood Japanese Meiji period okimono depicts a muscular prowling tiger. Its body is slightly lowered in a stalking position with its mouth open showi...
Hardwood
Life-Size Bronze Sculpture of a Walking Bengal Tiger by G. Van de Voorde
By Georges Van De Voorde
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning life-size bronze sculpture captures the majestic essence of a Bengal tiger in all its untamed glory. The bronze is finished with a dark brown patina, giving this piece ...
Bronze
1.53 Kg Natural Tiger's Eye Hand-Carved Lion Sculpture Figurine
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
1.53 Kg Natural Tiger's Eye Hand-Carved Lion Sculpture Figurine. Command attention with this majestic hand-carved lion sculpture, skillfully shaped from a single block of natural T...
Tiger's Eye
Art Deco bronze tiger sculpture, France, ca. 1930
Located in Firenze, IT
Art Deco bronze tiger sculpture, France, ca. 1930 Portoro Black Marble Base H 16 cm x 43 x 8 cm Conditions: very good consistent with age and use.
Marble, Bronze
