These six tables by Vivai del Sud, produced in Italy during the 1970s, are a significant example of Italian furniture design centred on the use of natural materials and a flexible, modular conception of domestic space. The Rome-based company became renowned for its distinctive decorative language. It is often characterised by the use of cane, bamboo, rattan, and woven fibres, interpreted with a modern sensibility and a strong emphasis on visual impact.
In this ensemble, the woven cane and black rattan structure gives the tables a striking graphic presence while preserving the lightness typical of furnishings made from natural fibres. Furthermore, the dark finish enhances the geometric profile of the modules, highlighting the contrast between the organic material and the rigorously designed forms.
The composition includes four star-shaped elements and two Moorish cross-shaped modules, all freely configurable. At the same time, each piece retains its own formal autonomy and can be used individually or combined with the others. This versatility perfectly reflects the spirit of the 1970s, when furniture design became increasingly informal, adaptable, and responsive to changing living spaces.
Moreover, the reference to Moorish forms introduces a decorative element inspired by Mediterranean and exotic aesthetics. Overall, these six tables combine functionality, decoration, and modularity, offering an elegant and highly recognisable example of Italian design from the period.
Description: H cm (single module) 40.5 × maximum diameter cm 48.5.
Hammer Price: € 2.500,00
Auction 80 – March 5th, 2025 – Design – Decorative Arts
