1970's Italian dry bar designed by Willy Rizzo. This very rare mid-century modern bar is crafted in suede upholstered wood and trimmed in chrome and brushed brass accents. The serving bar contains a working refrigerator and ice cube maker as well a a glass enclosed storage shelf.

The stand alone bar storage unit is illuminated to display glassware, bottles and accessories. This bar is in very good vintage condition showing minimal wear for it's age and a newly cut kidney shaped mirrored top and glass storage door.

Bar back storage case measures 60"w x 17"d x 76"h, front service bar measures 51"w x 20"d x 35"h

DESIGNER Willy Rizzo

PERIOD 1970s

PLACE OF ORIGIN Italy

ITEM TYPE Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

MATERIALS Brass Chrome Mirror Wood

CONDITION Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

COLOR Tan

CONDITION NOTES Very good vintage condition - all electric is working. Minimal and age appropriate wear.


WILLY RIZZO,

In 1968 he moved to Rome and started work as a furniture designer for his personal needs because, according to him, "Scandinavian furniture was neither comfortable enough nor luxurious enough". In response to the demand, he created his workshops in 1970 and launched his sales outlets all over the world.
"Imagination and a strong modern style" are the words that define his style.

He opens a Willy Rizzo store, rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, then several in France and Europe, as well as outlets in New York, Miami and Los Angeles. His creations are published in many magazines and exhibited in museums around the world.

Since he had many friends in fashion and film, orders poured in. One of his first clients was Ghighi Cassini, followed by the Jet Set and the wealthy Italian high society. Salvador Dali ordered from him as well as Brigitte Bardot, Lenny Kravitz and many others.

Lenny Kravitz described the austere look of this modern designer's furniture as "very strong, very masculine and really funky."

Willy Rizzo died in 2013, but his works will last forever!