Giuseppe Rivadossi Geometric Side Table in Oak

Name: Giuseppe Rivadossi Geometric Side Table in Oak
Brand: Giuseppe Rivadossi
Price: 1800 USD
Availability: InStock

About the Item

Giuseppe Rivadossi, side table, oak, Italy, 1970s This delightful side table, designed by Italian sculptor and artisan Giuseppe Rivadossi, is a good example of woodworking artistry. Its striking design features a distinctive touch: on one side of the table, a series of inward zig-zag carvings create a dynamic, asymmetric element, adding a contemporary twist to a classic silhouette. The precision and attention to detail in these carvings lend a sense of movement and depth, while the crisp lines offer an engaging visual contrast to the rest of the smooth, polished wood. The beauty of the oakwood takes center stage, with its pronounced grain wood pattern and warm radiance. A versatile piece of furniture as it can be used as a side table in a living room, a nightstand in a bedroom, or an artful accent in a hallway. Giuseppe Rivadossi (1935) was born in Monteclana di Nave, Italy, where he still lives and works. At a young age, Rivadossi's path begins with wood carving, with works reflecting on his poetic idea of living. In 1962, Rivadossi took over the carpentry founded in 1920 by his father Clemente, which he transformed into an atelier, or rather a creative workshop. Eventually, Rivadossi and collaborators established 'Officina Rivadossi' in 1976 where he started the manufacture of wooden objects and unique modern furniture. Kindly note that this item is in good, used condition with signs of age and use, including some scratches and the top surface is worn. For further details, we encourage you to reach out to our team of design specialists.

Creator:

Giuseppe Rivadossi (Designer)

Dimensions:

Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 31.3 in (79.5 cm)Depth: 20.48 in (52 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Oak

Place of Origin:

Italy

Period:

1970-1979

Date of Manufacture:

1970s

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Every item Morentz offers is checked by our team of 30 craftspeople in our in-house workshop. Special restoration or reupholstery requests can be done. Check ‘About the item’ or ask our design specialists for detailed information on the condition.

Seller Location:

Waalwijk, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: 501158121stDibs: LU933139619142

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Giuseppe Rivadossi

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 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.

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