Set of Five 1950s "Hoop" Chairs in the Manner of Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of five outdoor hoop chairs, ca. 1950s, in the manner of Maurizio Tempestini’s “Radar” chair
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$4,270 / set
H 35 in W 24 in D 24 in
Wrought Iron Radar Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini, Mid-Century Modern
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Cumberland, RI
A Pair of Wrought Iron Radar Chairs by Tempestini are available now and ready to ship. The pair
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Vintage Salterini Maple Leaf Mount Vernon Dining Chaire A Pair
By Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought Iron Arm Chairs, Vintage Outdoor Patio Barrel Back
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Set of 4 Vintage Wrought Iron Chairs
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought Iron Arm Chairs, Vintage Outdoor Patio Barrel Back
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Vintage Salterini Radar Rocking Chairs Mid Century Modern
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Lake Worth, FL
These vintage Salterini Radar Rockers are mid-century modern space-age rocking chairs that add a
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Vintage Wrought Iron Outdoor Patio Furniture
By Salterini, John Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Bar Carts and Tea Carts, Outdoor Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought
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Tempestini for Salterini Radar Chair
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Nice Garden or Patio Radar chair designed by Tempestini, manufactured by Salterini. No damage
Iron, Wrought Iron
$2,195
H 30 in W 25 in D 21 in
Pair Tempestini - Salterini "Radar" White Enamel Iron Chairs 1950s Mid-Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Salterini Radar chairs in white enameled wrought iron. A fine pair of the iconic model
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Tempestini for Salterini Radar Cantilevered Lounge Chair
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional and rare cantilevered lounge chair, designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini as
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$1,540Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 27.25 in W 30 in D 22 in
Mid Century Tempestini for Salterini "Radar" Lounge Chairs - A Pair
By Salterini
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this wonderful pair of original vintage cast iron chairs crafted by Salterini. Please
Metal
$8,000 / set
H 30 in W 25 in D 21 in
Set of 8 Restored Tempestini for Salterini Radar White Powder Coated Iron Chairs
By Tempesti, Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of eight beautiful chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for prestigious manufacturer
Enamel, Iron
$4,800 / set
H 26.5 in Dm 41.25 in
6 chairs and a table set Tempestini for Salterini, Orange Slice, Radar
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Buchanan, MI
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. There is a green dining table and 6 "Orange Slice" chairs in the same
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$1,895 / set
H 29 in W 31 in D 25 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Radar Lounge Chairs Maurizio Tempestini - Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic similar pair of outdoors lounge chairs by Tempestini for Salterini. Very similar in style
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Vintage Wrought Iron Chairs A Pair of Wireworks
By John Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
, Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Bar Carts and Tea Carts, Outdoor Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini
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$1,999Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 33 in W 23 in D 24 in
Woodard Wrought Iron Outdoor Valencia Patio Chairs Alfresco Dining
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
Bar Carts and Tea Carts, Outdoor Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
$2,799 / set
H 35 in W 24 in D 72 in
Woodard Wrought Iron Patio Sofa and Chair Set, Mid-Century Modern, USA
By Meadowcraft, Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought Iron Arm Chairs, Vintage Outdoor Patio Barrel Back Chairs, and
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$1,895 / set
H 29.5 in W 30.5 in D 24 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Radar Saucer Chairs by Tempestini for John Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of mid century modern iron hoop outdoor lounge chairs in old white paint. In
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A single white "Radar Hoop" chair
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Buchanan, MI
. a single white "Radar Hoop" chair. The Radar chair measures 28" x 28" x 30".
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Vintage Wrought Iron Sofa Set Conversation 9 Pieces
By John Salterini, Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
, Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Bar Carts and Tea Carts, Outdoor Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini
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Vintage Wrought Iron Outdoor Sofa
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Cumberland, RI
Carts and Tea Carts, Outdoor Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron
Radar Chair by Salterini Newly Powder Coated
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Great Radar Hoop chair designed by Tempestini for Salterini, just powder coated in semi gloss black
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Wrought Iron Dining Set by Salterini 7 Piece
By Salterini, John Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought Iron Arm Chairs, Vintage Outdoor Patio Barrel
Iron, Wrought Iron
$3,895 / set
H 27.63 in W 23.25 in D 23.5 in
Wicker Radar Lounge Chairs and Pedestal Tables Set, Mid-Century USA
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Chattanooga, TN
: two radar-style wicker lounge chairs paired with two hourglass pedestal side tables, restored with
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Mid Century Salterini “Radar” Outdoor Dining Set
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Mid Century five piece set by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini .Four classic “Radar
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tempestini for salterini radar chairs - a pair
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Athens, GA
offering pair of satin black wrought iron three seasons or patio lounge chairs designed by Maurizio
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Tempestini for Salterini Radar Chairs - Set of 2
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Athens, GA
offering pair of sea harbor blue wrought iron three seasons or patio lounge chairs designed by
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tempestini for salterini gray radar chairs - set of 4
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Athens, GA
offering a set of 4 radar chairs, professionally sandblasted, primed in grey. these can be painted
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Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Iron Radar Patio Set
By Salterini
Located in Tulsa, OK
This is an amazing Mid-Century Modern patio set. It is comprised of four Salterini radar circular
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H 32 in W 24.5 in D 18 in
Lovely set of Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Rocking Chair and Ottoman
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in San Jose, CA
Lovely set of Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Circular Radar Saucer rocking chair and Ottoman
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Salterini Radar Lounge Chair by Maurizio Tempestini
By Salterini
Located in Kingston, NY
Wrought iron patio lounge chair with rare detachable drink table in original condition, designed by
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Radar Style Lounge Chair
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Vancouver, BC
called the "Radar" this modern chair has strong Art Deco influences. Finished in an antiqued
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Vintage Pair of Salterini Radar Chairs #1
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Newtown, CT
Salterin radar chairs in old paint white over red. They are 30" high x 30" wide, 26" deep and the
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mid century modern salterini radar chairs in white - set of 6
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Athens, GA
as radar chair no maker’s mark shipping from athens, ga 30606
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Tempestini Radar Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Tempestini Radar Chair set is made of heavy duty wrought iron and built to withstand the most severe weather
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Pair of Salterini “Radar” Rocking Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wrought iron rocking chairs from Maurizio Tempestini's 1950s “Radar” collection for John Salterini
Wrought Iron
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H 31.25 in W 30 in D 28 in
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Cantilevered Radar Spring Lounge Chairs a Pair
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A pair of Maurizio Tempestini designed cantilevered Radar spring chairs for Salterini, Ca. 1950s
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Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Black "Radar" Tete-a-Tete, 1950's
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini Patio Set. Lanai Set. With Pair Radar Chairs & Occasional
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Salterini Radar Patio Set
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georgeous set of wrought iron patio chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. The set
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Pair of Salterini “Radar” Lounge Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two “Radar” wrought iron patio lounge chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini
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Salterini “Radar” Lounge Chair by Maurizio Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
“Radar” wrought iron patio lounge chair designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini, c.1950s
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Pair of Tempestini for Salterini "Radar" Patio Chairs
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Denton, TX
Vintage cantilevered Patio lounge chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
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Pair of Salterini “Radar” Lounge Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of “Radar” wrought iron patio lounge chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John
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Wrought Iron 'Radar" Tete-a-Tete by Salterini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Denton, TX
Vintage 1950s wrought iron 'tête-à-tête'. Designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. The two
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4 Radar Patio Dining Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Southampton, NJ
A set of 4 radar and mesh steel patio dining chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
Steel
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H 32.25 in W 29.75 in D 26.5 in
Tempestini for Salterini ‘Radar’ Patio Rocking Lounge Chair Italy circa 1955
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Southampton, NJ
A comfortable radar cantilever rocking chair designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. In
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H 28.5 in W 30 in D 25 in
2 Pairs Mid Century Modern Radar Lounge Chairs Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous mid century modern design mid fifties by Maurizio Tempestini, his radar chairs are
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H 28 in W 30 in D 26 in
Set of 3 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Black "Radar" Lounge Chairs, 1950's
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original set of three black Radar Collection patio, poolside lounge chairs designed by Maurizio
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Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Lounge Chair
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Baltimore, MD
Scarce, Maurizio Tempestini designed Radar lounge chair with detachable cocktail table, c.1950
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Salterini Cantilevered Radar Spring Chair
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mauricio Tempesi designed cantilevered Radar spring chair for Salterini c. 1950. All original.
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Petite Salterini Style Radar Chairs- A pair
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Denton, TX
Petite Radar chairs in the style of Salterini- A pair. Great addition for a smaller garden/patio
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H 30 in W 25 in D 20.5 in
Mid Century Modern 2 Maurizio Tempestini Radar Chairs & a Round Mesh Top Table
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 3 pc set for your garden or porch. 2 radar styled chairs by Maurizio Tempestini for John
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Wrought Iron Radar Chairs by Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of satin black Radar wrought iron lounge chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini. The perfect
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H 28 in W 29.75 in D 26 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Salterini Hoop Radar Chairs Maurizio Tempestini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Iconic pair of radar - hoop chairs by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. Iron frames have been well
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H 28.5 in W 30 in D 30 in
5 Piece Set Salterini by Maurizio Tempestini 4 Radar Lounge Chairs & Table
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular 5 pc set which includes 4 Radar Styled lounge chairs and a cocktail table by Maurizio
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Vintage Wrought Iron Dining Chairs Arm Chairs with Wicker
Located in Cumberland, RI
Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought Iron Arm Chairs, Vintage Outdoor Patio Barrel Back
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Cantilevered Salterini Radar Chair by Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Classic mid century radar chair designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. This example is in
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H 32.25 in W 30 in D 26.5 in
1950s Tempestini Salterini Cantilever Patio Rocking Radar Lounge Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A comfortable pair of radar cantilever bouncing chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for
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H 28 in W 29.5 in D 51 in
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Green "Radar" Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Redding, CT
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Green "Radar" Lounge Chair with Ottoman. Hard to find in original
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H 32 in W 30 in D 27 in
Pair of Cantilever Bouncer Radar Lounge Chairs Tempestini Salterini Clamshell
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
I love these Salterini clamshell style chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini and this greenish
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Vintage Salterini Wrought Iron Outdoor Sofa Banana Leaf
By Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Bar Carts and Tea Carts, Outdoor Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought
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White Radar Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini, 1950s
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern pair of vintage white wrought iron circle or hoop outdoor chairs from the 1950s
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H 30 in W 29.88 in D 28 in
Pair of Cantilever Bouncer Radar Lounge Chairs Tempestini Salterini Outdoor
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Wayne, NJ
Pair of Black Cantilevered Lounge Chairs by Tempestini for Salterini Indoor - Outdoor - Patio . We
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Pair of Tempestini for Salterini "Radar" Black Enamel Iron Chairs, 1950s
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini black enameled iron radar chairs. Featuring a sculpted
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H 28.25 in W 30 in D 51 in
Tempestini for Salterini Radar Chaise & Lounge Chair with Cocktail Table Set
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Southampton, NJ
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Radar chaise lounge, lounge chair with attached side table and
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White Salterini Radar/ Hoop Chair Leg Rest by Maurizio Tempestini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
White Salterini Radar/ Hoop chair leg rest by Maurizio Tempestini, restored At the time of this
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H 31.5 in W 30 in D 24 in
Fabulous Pair 50s Tempestini Salterini Cantilever Patio Radar Lounge Chairs
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of circular radar wrought iron patio chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for
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H 32.5 in W 29.75 in D 29.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Radar Saucer Rocker Lounge Chair
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous style and comfort in this bouncer rocker chair by John Salterini. In excellent vintage
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H 32 in W 30 in D 26 in
Lovely Pair of Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Circular Radar Saucer Chairs
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of springer radar chairs for Salterini designed by Maurizio Tempestini. Spring action
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H 29 in W 30 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Radar Saucer Lounge Chair Maurizio Tempestini John Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous mid-1950s iconic design and comfort by John Salterini. Outdoor chair is in excellent
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H 30 in W 25 in D 22 in
Set of 4 Tempestini for Salterini "Radar" Black Enamel Iron Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini set of four black radar dining armchairs. Featuring a
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H 30 in W 25 in D 22 in
Set of 8 Tempestini for Salterini Black Enamel Iron "Radar" Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini set of eight radar dining armchairs. Featuring sculpted
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H 30.5 in W 25 in D 20 in
Salterini 5pc Iron "Radar" Set by Maurizio Tempestini 4 Chairs & Round Table
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 5 PC set which includes a 48 x 28h mesh top table with a umbrella holder. 4 iron Radar
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Pair of Mid Century Modern Salterini Radar Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of Radar Hoop chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. The pair of
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Vintage Wrought Iron Sofa Set Conversation 9 Piece Set
By Russell Woodard, John Salterini, Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
, Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Bar Carts and Tea Carts, Outdoor Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini
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H 32 in W 30 in D 26 in
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Circular Saucer Chairs, Wrought Iron
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini radar saucer chairs. Hard to find spring version. Mid
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Vintage Wrought Iron Parlor Cafe Bistro Chairs A set of 12
Located in Cumberland, RI
, Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Bar Carts and Tea Carts, Outdoor Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini
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Salterini Radar Lounge Chair with Table Surface
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Hard to find Salterini Radar lounge chair, to include chair, attachable leg rest extension, and
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Vintage Salterini Wrought Iron Outdoor Set Arch Cart 3 Piece Set
By John Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Carts and Tea Carts, Outdoor Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs, Wrought Iron
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H 32.29 in W 29.14 in D 21.66 in
Pair of Painted Wrought Iron and Wire Work “Radar” Patio Chairs, C1950s
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in London, GB
Pair of painted wrought iron and wire work “Radar” patio chairs c1950s. In the style of Maurizio
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Pair of Salterini 'Radar' Collection Lounge Chairs by Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Hudson, NY
A matched pair of 1950s wrought iron 'Radar' collection lounge chairs designed by Maurizio
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Pair of Salterini 'Radar' Collection Lounge Chairs by Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Hudson, NY
A matched pair of 1950s wrought iron 'Radar' collection lounge chairs designed by Maurizio
Salterini Wrought Iron Dining Seating Set of 6
By John Salterini, Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
A fantastic set of 6 Salterini Chairs is up for your consideration. Available now and ready to ship. Perfect for any deck garden or patio. Pair the set of 6 wrought iron chairs with ...
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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.
Whether you're sitting around a firepit, playing games or enjoying a meal, outdoor furniture is crucial for a successful social gathering.
We’ve come a long way from the rudimentary patio and garden furniture of yore, which, in the Ancient Roman and Greek eras, meant stone slabs. Back then, your grandiose patch of outdoor greenery was a place to relax and admire the manicured hedges and fruit orchards. Fortunately, advancements in the design of outdoor furniture as well as the burgeoning of artisan landscape designers have made it easier to do so since then.
The need for outdoor chairs, tables and benches to withstand varying weather conditions means that many contemporary offerings prioritize durability over form. For a touch of glamour in your garden, antique and vintage pieces from France or Italy, which have already proven they can stand the test of time, can introduce an elegant sensibility to your outdoor space.
In the late 1940s, Hawaii-based architect Walter Lamb began fashioning outdoor furniture from nautical rope and metal tubing rescued from sunken Pearl Harbor ships. Although his designs were originally intended as gifts for returning GIs, his creations gained such popularity that they were picked up by the then-new Brown Jordan furniture company of California.
Lamb’s adventurous creations inspired many designers who followed. The seating and tables crafted by other mid-century furniture makers noted for their seminal patio and garden works — a list that includes Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green, Russell Woodard and Woodard Furniture, Maurizio Tempestini and Richard Schultz — remain highly sought after by collectors today.
Whether it’s wicker couches for your screened porch or wrought-iron armchairs for fireside drinks, find the antique and vintage patio and garden furniture you need to wind down the day or welcome the morning sun on 1stDibs.