Mid Century Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Chair and Side Table
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful chair and side table by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini called the “clam shell “ or “orange slice”.
Iron
$3,880Sale Price / set|20% Off
Fantastic Set 4 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Iron Patio Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic set of 4 wrought iron and metal mesh lounge designed by Maurizio Tempestini and manufactured by Salterini. Wrought iron frames with metal mesh seats and backs. All chairs a...
Iron
Pair Clam Shell Chairs By Tempestini For Salterini
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of Salterini clam shell chairs. Needs to be repainted.
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Patio Clam Shell Chair by Maurizio Tempestini 1955
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic mid century garden patio clam shell or orange slice chair by Maurizio Tempestini for the John Salterini co.
Iron, Steel Mesh
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini 'Clam Shell' Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Gladstone, NJ
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini 'Clam Shell' chairs.
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 26.5 in W 22.5 in D 23.25 in
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Wrought Iron Patio Set SOLD
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Pasadena, TX
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Wrought Iron Patio Set 1950s Set of 2 outdoor "lemon slice" clam shell lounge chairs with side table designed by Maurizio Tempestini...
Wrought Iron
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Stool or Ottoman
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini outdoor "orange slice" or "clam shell" stool or ottoman.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Salterini Clam Shell Outdoor Lounge Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Classic Pair Of Outdoor Chairs By Maurizio Tempestini For Salterini. Spring Frame Which Adds To The Comfortable Factor.
Iron
Sold
H 27 in W 22.75 in D 21.5 in
Pair of Tempestini for Salterini "Clam Shell" or "Slice" Iron Chairs
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Cool pair of Tempestini design for Salterini chairs. Often called the "Clam Shell" or "Slice" chair, this is a icon of casual outdoor mid century style.
Iron
Pair of Galvanized Steel Saucer Chairs
Located in Redding, CT
We think these are a current reproduction in the style of a salterini clam shell chair.
Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Salterini Style Clam Shell Outdoor Patio Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
What a find. Offered is a pair of awesome vintage iron 'clam shell' outdoor/patio chairs. These chairs are extremely unique, featuring clam-shaped wire backs and seats with curved le...
Iron
Maurizio Tempestini / Salterini Four-Piece Clam Shell Iron Patio Set
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare four-piece set of Maurizio Tempestini clam shell set 2 chairs, settee and table Produced by Salternini in the 1950s classic modernist design. Extremely comfortable, Hand deliver...
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 28 in W 41 in D 23.5 in
Salterini Maurizio Tempestini Four-Piece Wrought Iron Patio Set Clam Shell Style
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare four-piece set of Maurizio Tempestini clam shell chairs or settee. Produced by Salternini in the 1950s and sanded and coated with professional enamel so they are ready to use. T...
Metal, Enamel, Wrought Iron
Sold
H 28 in W 41 in D 23.5 in
Salterini Maurizio Tempestini Four-Piece Wrought Iron Patio Set Clam Shell Style
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare four-piece set of Maurizio Tempestini clam shell chairs or settee. Produced by Salternini in the 1950s and sanded and coated with professional enamel so they are ready to use. T...
Metal, Enamel, Wrought Iron
Sold
H 28 in W 42 in D 24 in
Salterini Midcentury Modern Clam Shell Orange Slice Patio Set Chair Settee Table
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Very cool 3 piece set that includes a wrought iron settee, chair, and table made by Salterini and designed by Maurizio Tempestini in the clam shell or orange slice design.
Iron
Sold
H 27.5 in W 23 in D 24 in
5 Pc Salterini Orange Slice Clam Shell Patio Dining Table & Chairs Powder-Coated
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid Century Modern 5 Piece dining table patio outdoor sunroom set & 4 chairs. Design by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. This set has been freshly powder-coated in white. Cha...
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 29 in W 25 in D 21 in
Homecrest Clam Shell Casino Salterini Style Wrought Iron Swivel Chairs - a Pair
By Homecrest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Homecrest Clam Shell Casino Salterini Style Wrought Iron Swivel Garden Patio ...
Wrought Iron
Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini 'Clam Shell' Settee
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Gladstone, NJ
Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini 'Clam Shell' settee.
Wrought Iron
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Pair of Clam Shell Chairs
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Tempestini for John Salterini Clam shell chairs. Painted black, in nice shape.
Iron
Salterini Orange Slice Clam Shell Side Tables Maurizio Tempestini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Set of 3 stylized oval side tables by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. Curved legs with ample space for your drink and food plate. Just recently painted white. See the other p...
Iron
Sold
H 27.25 in W 23.25 in D 24 in
Matched Pair Orange Slice Clam Shell Chairs by Tempestini for Salterini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Fabulous and rare pair orange slice chairs. Freshly painted in a satin black enamel, chairs are in excellent vintage condition. Exceptional design by Maurizio Tempestini for John Sal...
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 26.5 in W 22.75 in D 25.25 in
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Wrought Iron Chairs, "Orange Slice-Clam Shell"
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Miami, FL
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini wrought iron chairs, "Orange Slice-Clam Shell" chairs Offered for sale is a pair of Mid-Century Modern wrought iron "Orange Slice-Clam Shell Chai...
Wrought Iron
Set of 4 Mid Century Salterini Orange Slice Clam Shell Iron Footstools
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare footstools or seats, designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. Orange slice clam shell design in freshly painted satin white enamel.
Iron
Sold
H 28.5 in W 23 in D 19.5 in
3 Pc. Salterini Orange Slice Clam Shell Bistro Patio Dining Table & Chairs Set
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid Century Modern 3 Piece bistro dining table set & 2 chairs. Design by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. This set has been freshly powder-coated in white. I will also have th...
Wrought Iron
Pair of clam chairs by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of fully restored clam chairs by Salterini.
Pair of clam chairs and table by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of clam chairs and matching table/ottoman by Salterini.
Set of Four Salterini-Style Clam Shell Folding Chairs, circa 1960
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Portland, OR
Possibly the result of the Maurizio Tempestini and John Salterini design collaboration, these folding clam shell chairs are a more accessible rendition of the high-end outdoor furnis...
Set of Four Clam Chairs and Table by Salterini
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
Set of 4 clam chairs and the original table by Salterini all in excellent condition with original black paint.
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Clam-Form Side Chair by Maurizio Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This piece was created by Maurizio Tempestini and is known as the "clam" chair...it has been professionally restored and powder coated in black. For best net trade price...
Iron
Sold
H 28 in W 21 in D 24 in
"Clam Shell" or "Slice" Lounge Chair by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Denver, CO
This beautiful little classic is equally at home on the deck, next to the pool, or as a sitting chair in a bedroom. Great looks, personality, and comfort in a metal lounge...
Wrought Iron
$1,995 / set
H 28 in W 26.25 in D 24 in
Mid Century Modern Sculptura Set of 4 Armchairs by Russell Woodard C1960
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and iconic set of 4 Sculptura armchairs designed by Russell Woodard in black. Very comfortable and of course very pleasing to the eye. In excellent vintage condition with m...
Metal, Iron, Wire
Pair of Willy Guhl Loop Chairs, Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meet the chairs that bend, but never break the rules of design. Willy Guhl’s iconic Loop Chairs, offered here as a striking pair, are formed from continuous ribbons of sculptural cem...
Cement
$9,500 / set
H 34.75 in W 25.5 in D 33.75 in
Pair of Mario Papperzini for Salterini Garden Lounge Chairs
By Mario Papperzini, John Salterini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Authentic pair of Italian of mid-century modern patio and garden adjustable chain-back Amalfi lounge chairs designed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. The iconic chairs feature...
Iron
$14,950
H 36 in W 26 in D 21 in
Vintage Boho Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Salterini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover a rare fusion of industrial chic and sculptural artistry with this exceptional Vintage Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. Crafted from robust wro...
Wrought Iron
$1,880Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 30.5 in W 38.5 in D 22.5 in
Mid Century Modern Outdoor Furniture Set by Salterini, Metal, 3 Pieces
By Salterini
Located in Cordova, SC
This three piece outdoor furniture set is a timeless piece of furniture. Composed of durable metal that has been primed and painted and ready to be used on your porch or in your gard...
Iron
$5,500 / set
H 32.5 in W 25.5 in D 20.5 in
4 Mid Century Wrought Iron Lounge Chairs att. to Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Rare set of stylish wrought iron and metal mesh lounge chairs design attributed to Tempestini, for Salterini. The chairs are newly powder coated with a black satin finish, making the...
Wrought Iron
Kipp Stewart Aluminum Patio Lounge Chair for Terra
By Terra, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lounge chair by Kipp Stewart for Terra of California, USA, c.1970s. The lounge chair features an aluminum tube frame with applied faux patina and new cotton rope that has been woven ...
Aluminum
$5,000 / set
H 28 in W 41 in D 25 in
4pc Suite Tempestini for Salterini Orange Slice Style Set Settee Chairs Table
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Chic set of four vintage Salterini pieces, to include a settee, two lounge chairs and a small coffee table. Designed by Maurizio Tempestini, known as the Orange Slice pattern, circa ...
Wrought Iron
$1,771 / set
H 28.35 in W 28.35 in D 24.81 in
Pair of wicker armchairs manufactured by Design Italia in the 1950s–60s, Mid-Century Modern style
Located in Palermo, IT
A pair of Mid-Century Modern wicker armchairs, a classic piece of modern antiques made in Italy. The hemispherical or inverted-cone-shaped shell is crafted from a dense, elegant weav...
Metal
Pair of Woodard Sculptura Canopied Garden Chairs, C1960
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous rare pair of sculptura whimsical garden chairs by Russell Woodard. Chairs have been totally restored and are in pristine condition. Seat hgt is 17.75. Currently they are sil...
Iron
$3,850
H 50 in W 32 in D 23 in
Maurizio Tempestini John Salterini Black High Back Lounge Chairs With Ottomans
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Monrovia, CA
Maurizio Tempestini For John Salterini Black Metal High Back Lounge Chairs With Detachable Ottomans. Each Salterini High Back Lounge Chair Has It's Own Ottoman, See Pics. Excellent V...
Metal, Iron
Pair of Outdoor Armchairs by Mario Papperzini for Salterini
By Salterini
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of armchairs by Mario Papperzini for Salterini.
Iron
$3,895
H 30 in W 25.75 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern 5pc Iron Hoop Chairs with Table by Maurizio Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 5 piece set which includes 4 iron hoop chairs and a iron table. Table is 36.25 in diameter x 29h. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear, some surface rust which w...
Iron
$1,732Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 27.56 in
Mid-Century Italian Wicker and Iron Lounge Chair, C.1960
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Italian Wicker and Iron Lounge Chair, C.1960 In very good condition commensurate of age. Please message for an accurate shipping quote.
Iron
$3,800 / set
H 34.5 in W 24.5 in D 24 in
Classic Mario Papperzini Amalfi Lounge Chair And Ottoman for Salterini, 1950's
By Mario Papperzini
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic lounge chair and ottoman in wrought iron, designed by Mario Papperzini for Salterini from the Amalfi collection, ca' 1950's. Purchased from the son of the original owners, ...
Wrought Iron
$18,000
H 32.75 in W 25.25 in D 22.25 in
Set of Eight Maurizio Tempestini "Ribbon" Patio Chairs for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dining Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini, USA, c.1950s. This set consists of two arm chairs and six side chairs with a ribbon detail along the back rest of each. This ...
Wrought Iron
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 55A Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of 1950s modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade for a half century by the original manufacture...
Bamboo, Paper
$9,500 / set
H 28.75 in Dm 54 in
Rare Early Production Knoll Saarinen Walnut Tulip Table & 4 Chairs 575 Madison
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful and quite rare very early production Knoll Eero Saarinen Tulip table and chairs. The Walnut top table and chairs all bear the Knoll 575 Madison Avenue label which means t...
Iron
$595 / set
H 35 in W 17 in D 18 in
Vintage Salterini Style Wrought Iron Small Garden Patio Bistro Dining Set - 3 pc
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Salterini Style Wrought Iron Small Garden Patio Bistro Dining Set - 3 pc. Listing includes (1) small round dining table, (2) dining side chairs, pierced fretwork design to ta...
Wrought Iron
$1,250
H 8.47 in W 22.64 in D 22.64 in
Piero De Martini for Cassina 'Naviglio' Coffee Table in Walnut and Slate
By Cassina, Piero De Martini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Piero De Martini for Cassina, 'Naviglio' coffee table, walnut, slate, metal, Italy, 1980s This low table features are modernly structured, featuring a clear square table top execute...
Slate, Metal
Unavailable|$1,434
H 18.12 in W 14.57 in D 14.97 in
Vintage French Turned Column Side Table, Reminiscent of Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Hitchin, England
A French pedestal table with a turned column screw stem & square top & base, reminiscent of Charles Dudouyt designs. The table form most probably dates from the early 20th C...
Wood
$5,900
H 33.5 in W 66 in D 17.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Burl Wood Credenza for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Toledo, OH
Beautiful Milo Baughman credenza for Thayer Coggin with burl wood patchwork square tiles design. This 3-door cabinet features 4 drawers, an adjustable shelf, and sits on a chrome fin...
Chrome
$2,800
H 28 in W 68.5 in D 32 in
Art Deco Machine Age Sofa Designed by Gilbert Rohde for Troy Sunshade Company
By Troy Sunshade Company, Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Art Deco Machine Age sofa designed by Gilbert Rohde for the Troy Sunshade Company, circa 1930's. The couch features a sexy tubular chrome frame, with thick cushions. This clas...
Chrome
Brown Jordan 'Florentine' Collection 5-piece Outdoor Dining Set
By Brown Jordan
Located in San Francisco, CA
Consisting of a round glass top table and four armchairs with openwork metal strap-work manufactured by the iconic outdoor furniture manufacturer Brown Jordan; Brown Jordan, a manuf...
Aluminum
George Smith Mohair Velvet Ottoman Sofa Banquette
By George Smith
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental bespoke mohair velvet tufted sectional banquette sofa custom designed by George Smith, London UK. The grand "ottoman sofa" was commissioned by Samantha Todhunter Design fo...
Mohair, Hardwood
$58,500 / set
H 30.79 in W 36.78 in D 27.45 in
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Settees with Ottomans in Cognac Leather Mahogany
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier, settees with ottomans, model ‘4698’, leather, mahogany, Denmark, design 1933 These settees with ottomans are designed by Kaare Klint for ...
Leather, Mahogany
$3,028
H 25.2 in Dm 23.63 in
Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Side Table, stepped design and ball feet, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
Exceptional and rare sculptural Amsterdam School side table, executed in solid mahogany (a non restricted type for US shipment) and dating from the early 1920s. This piece is a stri...
Mahogany
$8,000
H 28 in W 77.75 in D 46.75 in
Restored Vintage Florence Knoll Oval Top Rosewood Dining or Conference Table
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in St. Louis, MO
Restored Mid-Century Modern vintage Florence Knoll oval top dining table / conference or desk in rare book matched rosewood veneer on chrome star base. The rosewood has been refinish...
Chrome
1960s iron Salterini outdoor bistro dining set, table and two chairs
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Wrought iron patio Salterini “Radar” Collection bistro set with two hoop dining height chairs and a table. Designed by Maurizio Tempestini, 1960s. One chair leg has a slight bend as ...
Wrought Iron
Four Shell Grotto Chairs and Coordinating Table
By Brown Jordan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of four Grotto chairs newly upholstered and powder coated. The set are a compliment to any dining area, inside or out of doors. The powder coating allows them to be outside as ...
Aluminum
1950s Pacific Iron Works Style Iron and Glass Side Table
By Pacific Iron, Milo Baughman, Frank & Son, Freda Diamond, Arbuck
Located in New Windsor, NY
Iron frame and glass top table reminiscent of Milo Baughman for Pacific Iron Works. Featuring two glass tops with a nice flared leg frame. A nice accent table that can go just about ...
Iron
$850
H 12.49 in Dm 23.23 in
Japanese Antique Round Low Table, Keyaki, Taisho Era (1912–1926), Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique round low table was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926) from Keyaki (Japanese zelkova). The solid zelkova top displays beautifully figured grain patterns, rich in char...
Wood
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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