Known for his use of luxurious materials such as precious metals, warm woods and even gemstones in his extensive range of tables, lighting and decorative objects, Italian architect and interior designer Achille Salvagni is widely collected and celebrated by design enthusiasts around the globe.
Born in Rome in 1970, Salvagni was raised in a home that was filled with an eclectic mix of early 20th-century furniture and objects, thanks to his father’s buying tours of art and furniture galleries in Milan and Rome. Salvagni’s father was a key influence on his early interest in art and design — the younger Salvagni began drawing furniture at the age of 10. He would later find inspiration in the work of modernist architects like Alvar Aalto and Erik Gunnar Asplund.
Salvagni attended Sapienza University in Rome, obtaining a degree in architecture in 1998. He subsequently won a grant to study at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden.
In 2002, Salvagni founded his architecture firm Salvagni Architetti where his early projects included supermarket interiors, grand Italian apartments and yacht cabins. In 2007, he won an award at the World Yacht Trophies in Cannes for his work on the M.Y. Mikymar, a 120-foot, four-cabin yacht.
Salvagni’s reputation for his sleek, lavish interiors drew acclaim from critics and fellow designers, and he soon established an elite global clientele. Although his primary focus was on interior design, Salvagni often found himself creating furnishings to complement his decorating projects.
While Salvagni draws from a wide range of historical elements in many of his furniture designs — for example, his Lancea table lamp is inspired by a voluminous skirt worn by Queen Elizabeth I — the influence of Art Deco can be seen in some of his coffee tables, wall sconces, side tables and chairs.
“Art Deco is the perfect balance between the past and the future,” Salvagni told Introspective.
Salvagni has exhibited at several galleries worldwide, including Maison Gerard in Manhattan and the Laguna gallery in London. His first show at the former took place in 2013, and designers like Amy Lau, Victoria Hagan and Jamie Drake bought pieces on behalf of clients. Salvagni's works have also been shown at PAD exhibitions in Paris, London, Monaco and Geneva.
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Achille Salvagni
By Rizzoli International Publications, Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
A meticulously curated glimpse at the career of a design-world superstar. "Stylistically, Salvagni is an avowed modernist; his work displays an elegant economy of means that is ut...
Paper
$22,500 / set
H 16 in Dm 10 in
Important 1937 Papier Mâche Head/Masks Of "The 7 Dwarfs" - A Revue For The Movie
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A truly spectacular and important piece of historical American film art. A group of Dwarf Masks from the 1937 Theater Land on stage revue of the new movie "Snow White and the Seven D...
Other
$12,434
H 29.53 in W 47.64 in D 14.57 in
Iconic Brionvega radio turntable RR126 by Achille Castiglioni
By Brionvega, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Milano, IT
Brionvega RR126 radio turntable, Italian Mid Century by Achille Castiglioni - Sculptural Radio - Space Age Radio Designed in 1964 by Achille and Pier...
Steel, Aluminum
$414
H 3.55 in W 18.12 in D 14.38 in
Swing Tractor Seat Chair, in Red like Achille Castiglione Stool, circa 1970
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
Metal
$9,991
H 28.75 in W 48.04 in D 15.75 in
20thC Brionvega Rr126 Stereophonic Radio, By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
The Brionvega RR-126 is an icon of Pop design. It was conceived as an anthropomorphic ‘musical pet’, with speakers for ears and control dials for its face. It could be moved around e...
Metal
$12,079
H 29.14 in W 47.64 in D 14.38 in
Record Player Brionvega by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Record Player Brionvega by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1960s
Wood
$9,474
H 26.78 in W 48.04 in D 14.57 in
Stereo RR-126 radio by Pier Giacomo & Achille Castiglioni for Brionvega, 1960s
By Brionvega, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in bruxelles, BE
Brionvega wood-colored stereo radio. The radio and record player work perfectly, it has been completely overhauled. There is a bluethoot connection for GSM. Dimensions in closed posi...
Metal
$8,900
H 9.85 in W 8.27 in D 2.37 in
Antique Judaica Silver Menorah with engraved initials Wien C.M.v.R 19th century
Located in Doha, QA
This is an incredibly finely made and one of a kind silver 875 Hanukkah Menorah. Extremely detailed and intricate, it has an eagle on the top, two Stars of David on the left and righ...
Silver
$10,421
H 37 in W 4.75 in D 1 in
Jugendstil walking stick, silver depicting a cicada, by Janesich. Austria 1905.
By Janesich
Located in Milan, IT
Art Nouveau walking stick: curved handle, designed and crafted by Leopoldo Janesich, in silver with gilded reliefs. An imposing and deeply carved stick. Thick ribbons in pure Art Nou...
Opal, Metal, Silver
Gaetano Pesce, "Eruption" series bracelet, prod. Fish Design 2004
By Gaetano Pesce, Fish Design
Located in Rivoli, IT
"Ribbon" series bracelet, designed by Gaetano Pesce and produced by Fish Design on 10/11/2004 A unique and original piece, it is the result of a manufacturing process where design, ...
Resin
Vintage Italian Travertine Ashtray Fratelli Mannelli Enzo Mari
By Fratelli Mannelli, Enzo Mari
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Elegant vintage travertine ashtray handcrafted in Italy by Fratelli Mannelli, circa 1970s. This minimalist design features a solid square form with softly rounded corners and a deep ...
Travertine, Marble
$475
H 7.5 in W 1.25 in D 0.197 in
20th Century Victorian Revival Cameo Bracelet Set in Sterling Sliver Frames
Located in San Francisco, CA
20th Century Victorian Revival Cameo Bracelet Set in Sterling Sliver Frames 7 high relief cameos carved from Bull mouth Shell Box Clasp 7.5"L x 1.125"W x .197"D Marked 95
Shell
$9,414
H 20.87 in W 11.82 in D 8.27 in
19th C Anatomical Didactic Model of a Torso with Removable Organs.
Located in Leuven , BE
Anatomical models have been used for centuries as an adjunct to teaching anatomy, and play an important role in the history of anatomical education. Models became popular over time f...
Plaster
Achille Salvagni, 4 Sconces, 2 Diamonds & 2 Earrings
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
Diamond & Earring are wall mounted lights by Rome based architect Achille Salvagni, recognized worldwide for bringing together Italian craftsmanship and his passion for luxurious materials and traditional techniques. This listing is for a set of four sconces (2 Earrings...
Onyx, Bronze
Sold
H 39 in W 75 in D 60 in
Achille Salvagni, "Spider Jewel" Six Arm Chandelier, Italy, 2015 - Deposit 1
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
Spider’s six gunmetal patinated bronze arms, accented at their ends with shades of polished bronze and onyx, reach out and over one another, creating an unmatched visual dynamism and...
Onyx, Bronze
Sold
H 39 in W 75 in D 60 in
Achille Salvagni, "Spider Jewel" Six Arm Chandelier, Italy, 2015 - Deposit 2
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
Spider’s six gunmetal patinated bronze arms, accented at their ends with shades of polished bronze and onyx, reach out and over one another, creating an unmatched visual dynamism and...
Onyx, Bronze
Achille Salvagni, "Spider" Six-Arm Chandelier, Italy, 2013
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
"Spider" Six-arm chandelier in gilt and patinated bronze and onyx by Achille Salvagni Overall drop: Can be 39" or 48" Bulb: Six 25 watt bulbs.
Onyx, Bronze
Achille Salvagni, "Tête à Tête" Chaise Lounge, 2018
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
Tête à Tête is a beautiful new chaise lounge by the architect and designer Achille Salvagni. This extra long piece features the Roman's signature ret...
Bronze
Achille Salvagni, Lacquer and Bronze Bench, Italy, 2015
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
Bench by Achille Salvagni, black lacquer base with patinated and polished bronze legs. Edition of 10.
Bronze
Achille Salvagni, "Pinocchio, " Floor Lamp, Italy, 2015
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
A floor lamp in gunmetal bronze, accented with shades of polished bronze and onyx.
Onyx, Bronze
Achille Salvagni, "Pinocchio, " Floor Lamp, Italy, 2015
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
A floor lamp in gunmetal bronze, accented with shades of polished bronze and onyx.
Onyx, Bronze
Sold
H 24 in W 32.5 in D 24 in
Achille Salvagni, Mini Vittoria Shearling, Contemporary Chair, Italy, 2016
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
Vittoria is a plush, armless club chair by Italian designer Achille Salvagni. Its lacquer base is available in a variety of colors, and accented with a rim of polished bronze. Uphols...
Bronze
"Lucy" Oak and Bronze Wall Mirror by Achille Salvagni
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
"Lucy" Polished Royal oak and patinated bronze wall mirror Edition of 20 Stamped: Achille Salvagni Atelier
Bronze
"Emerald" Side Table by Achille Salvagni
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
"Emerald." A contemporary multifaceted side table in iridescent lacquered and polished fiberglass. Edition of 40.
"Shield" Noir Doré Marble Cabinet by Achille Salvagni
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary cabinet by Achille Salvagni in noir doré marble with concave polished aluminum doors, a marble shelf, gun metal patinated door handles, and gilt bronze feet and hinges. ...
Marble, Aluminum, Ormolu