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.
Find Achille Salvagni decorative objects, seating, storage cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.
$65 / item
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
Christies Catalogue Latin American Sale
By Christie's
Located in Mexico City, MX
Auction catalog with outstanding works of Latin American Sale. Ideal for collectors, galleries and art lovers. Illustrated editions, reference piece for collectors.
Paper
Jean Prouve/Serge Mouille Book
Located in New York, NY
DeLorenzo 1950, Jean Prouve/Serge Mouille, 1985 exhibition catalog.
Highclere Castle Jewellery Box
By LINLEY London
Located in London, GB
Over the years, British design company Linley has developed expertise in creating scaled versions of famous architectural buildings including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Royal Albert Hall and the Royal Opera House. In this instance, Highclere Castle...
Maple
Objects of Desire Book by Maria Hummer Tuttle
By Maria Tuttle
Located in New York, NY
Objects of Desire By: Maria Hummer Tuttle Photography by Miguel Flores-Vianna Foreword by Edmund de Waal A personal celebration of the hunt for—and joy of living with— favorite collections and things What is it in our homes that we truly value and why? What would you take when you leave in fear of fire? Our home is an expression of ourselves in many ways, largely through the objects we accumulate. For Maria Hummer-Tuttle, the objects she has collected over the years, from the priceless to the flea-market finds, are precious not only for their beauty, uniqueness, and craftsmanship but also for their connection to the past and the future, for their resonance with one another. In this exquisitely illustrated book, she serves as our guide through three dwellings, focusing our attention on objects ranging from an ancient Chinese horse sculpture...
Paper
Swan German Blown-Glass Ornament
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Swan German Blown-Glass Ornament Holder on back of neck for ornament hook
Mercury Glass
19th Century Limestone Holy Water Font
Located in Zedelgem, BE
19th century Beautiful little holy water font in limestone (Italian church).
Limestone
$7,470
H 25.2 in W 48.04 in D 15.36 in
Brionvega RR126 By Achille And Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Italy 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Brionvega
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice Brionvega RR126 radio in walnut wood by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Italy 1960s. RR126 stereo system was designed in 1965 by brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castigli...
Metal
$16,800
H 36 in W 37 in D 2 in
Lux Mini Hoops MADE by Moniomi, Square Handcrafted Marble Basketball Hoop
Located in Miami, FL
A playful and graphic layering of marble patterns that utmost depict the ALTIS aesthetics. Hues of blushes and burgundies are reflected amidst the marbles, hand-woven cotton and copp...
Marble, Copper
$417
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
$12,549
H 29.53 in W 47.64 in D 14.57 in
Iconic Brionvega radio turntable RR126 by Achille Castiglioni
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Brionvega
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
Stork German Blown-Glass Ornament
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Stork German Blown-Glass Ornament Holder on back of neck for ornament hook Made in Germany sticker on bottom
Mercury Glass
Georg Jensen Christmas Ornament 1998, Finn Næss-Schmidt
By Georg Jensen
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Every year a well-known Danish artist designs the Georg Jensen Christmas Ornament. In its many incarnations over the years it has become a tradition representative of Danish handcraf...
Brass
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