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.
Vivai del Sud Lotus Leaf Wall Light, Italy, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vivai del Sud Lotus Leaf wall lights, banana leaf and brass, Italy, 1970s Produced by Vivai del Sud, the Roman atelier founded by the Di Pierri brothers that through the 1960s and 1...
Brass
Max Ingrand Sconces for Fontana Arte, 1955, Set of 2
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Max Ingrand sconces for Fontana Arte, glass and brass, Italy, 1955, set of two Designed in 1955 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, this rare pair of sconces exemplifies the poetic ele...
Brass
Vico Magistretti "Omega" Wall Lights for Artemide, 1962, Set of 2
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vico Magistretti "Omega" Wall Lights for Artemide, glass and iron, Italy, 1962, set of 2. The Alpha and the Omega, a linear start with a flashing warm expression of light, captures ...
Metal
Max Ingrand “2240” Sconces for Fontana Arte, 1961, Set of 2
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Max Ingrand “2240” sconces for Fontana Arte, brass and glass, 1961, Set of 2 Designed by Max Ingrand during his celebrated artistic direction at Fontana ...
Brass
Italian Modernist Wall Lights in Brass and Opaline Glass, 1950s
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Italian Modernist Wall Lights in Brass and Opaline Glass, 1950s A pair of wall lights built around a single flat bar of brass, its rectangular profile running the full height of eac...
Brass
Max Ingrand “1636” Sconces for Fontana Arte, 1953, Set of 2
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Max Ingrand “1636” Sconces for Fontana Arte, glass and brass, Italy, 1950s, set of two Designed in the 1950s by Max Ingrand, one of the most celebrat...
Brass
Set of Two Large Mid-Century Double Monstera Leaf Sconces by Hans Kögl 1970s
By Hans Kögl, Maison Jansen
Located in München, BY
Set of two, large, rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern double Monstera leaf sconces or wall fixtures. Designed and manufactured by Hans Kögl, Germany, 1970s. Executed in p...
Metal
Pair of Graniglia Leaf Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall light with a clear Murano glass leaf hand blown with Graniglia to produce granular textured effect / Made in Italy in the style of Barovier e Toso Measures: Height 10.5 ...
Gold Plate
Pair of Maison Jansen Style Gilt Brass Lotus Leaf Wall Sconces, 1970s
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant pair of Maison Jansen style wall sconces dating from the 1970s, crafted in gilt brass and decorated with sculptural lotus leaves. Their refined botanical design reflects the ...
Brass
Midcentury Pair of "Rugiodoso" Leaf Sconces Attributed to Barovier and Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
By Barovier and Toso in the "Rugiodoso" technique. Fully functional. With four E14 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V. Our lamps are tested, cleaned and suitable for use in the USA.
Brass
Large Vivai del Sud Leaf-Shaped Wall Scone, Italy, circa 1970
By Vivai del Sud
Located in amstelveen, NL
An exceptional and monumental wall sconce by the renowned Italian design house Vivai del Sud. Handcrafted in woven rattan with brass fittings, the sconce takes the form of a styliz...
Brass
Pair of Graniglia Leaf Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall light with three clear Murano glass leaves hand blown with granular texture using Graniglia technique, mounted on gold metal frame / made in Italy in the style o...
Murano Glass
