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
$9,572Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.53 in W 47.64 in D 14.57 in
Iconic Brionvega radio turntable RR126 by Achille Castiglioni - 20th Century
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
$10,484
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 Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Brionvega
Located in bruxelles, BE
White Brionvega stereo radio. The radio and record player work perfectly, it has been completely overhauled. There is a bluethoot connection for GSM. Dimensions in closed position: h...
Metal
$11,675
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
$398
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
$65
H 10.25 in W 1 in D 10.5 in
Santa Fe Style by Christine Mather, Rizzoli First Edition Hardbound Book 1986
By Rizzoli International Publications
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Santa Fe Style Hardbound Book, First Edition Published in 1986 by Rizzoli, Santa Fe Style by Christine Mather and Sharon Woods is a seminal, heavily illustrated design book explorin...
Paper
15-16th Century Sandstone Standing Buddha Sculpture
Located in Kastrup, DK
400-500 years old hand carved sandstone sculpture of a standning Buddha flanked by a munk and a mythical animal. Originates from pagoda / temple in Ara...
Sandstone
Plaster Model of Male Bust with Markings, France, 19th Century
Located in Kastrup, DK
Plaster bust on base. Preliminary study for marble carving with markings for the stonemason. France, 1850-1880. A very decorative piece.
Plaster
$373Sale Price|20% Off
H 40.56 in W 12.21 in D 12.21 in
Servofumo Ashtray by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Circa 1960
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Zanotta
Located in London, England
The servofumo, designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, is an ashtray or pocket vacuum with an ultra-contemporary aesthetic, and was manufactured by Zanotta between 1961 and...
Aluminum, Cut Steel
Gilded Alligator Taxidermy Head
Located in Houston, TX
Beautifully gilded alligator taxidermy head. Visit our other 1STDIBS storefront Moxie Interiors to shop a vast array of exceptional home furnishings!
Animal Skin
$650 / set
H 4 in W 3 in D 3 in
Inge-Glas, Mackenzie Child, and Christopher Radko Christmas Ornaments, Set of 20
By Christopher Radko, Mackenzie Childs
Located in Sarasota, FL
A set of 20 hand blown, hand painted glass Christmas ornaments. Includes a collection of teddy bear ornaments with an Inge-Glas "Yankee Doodle Teddy" and Christopher Radko "Heartfel...
Blown Glass
$512
H 7.49 in W 26.19 in D 0.67 in
1950 Vintage Pictures Depicting Three Ships Launching Riva Trigoso Shipyards
Located in Milan, IT
Rectangular frame with original pictures depicting three ships launching in Riva Trigoso shipyard: Monfiore transatlantic launched on August 25, 1959; M...
Paper
$4,464 / item
H 25.6 in W 13.78 in D 21.26 in
Pair of 18th Century Temple Elephants Carved in Sandstone from Burma
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of rare 18th century temple elephants carved in sandstone with chalk and leftovers of gold leaf. Chalking is used as a surface to bind gold leaf. Originally fully covered with g...
Sandstone
New African Giraffe Skull - Taxidermy Home Decor and Wall Art
Located in Farmington, UT
This African giraffe skull is in excellent, unused condition, measuring 24" L x 10" W x 15" H. Expertly preserved and presented in its original components, the skull showcases the un...
Bone
$398
H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 0.04 in
Photo of the Transatlantic REX in Navigation taken and printed in 1932
Located in Milan, IT
Photo of the REX in Navigation taken and printed in 1932 by Italian Line. Bon état. Measures 25 x 20 cm - 9.8 x 7.9 in. The Transatlantic REX, built in only 15 months, was launched ...
Paper
$467
H 9.65 in W 7.25 in D 0.12 in
TRansatlantico REX first class menu August 26, 1935 on the cover La Gardesana
Located in Milan, IT
First class menu of the REX dated August 26, 1935, on the cover a reproduction of a painting depicting the Gardesana and on the back photos of some cruise destination cities. Bon é...
Paper
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
Achille Salvagni, "Olympia", Marble and Bronze Table Lamp, Italy, 2013
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
"Olympia" Contemporary table lamp in noir doré marble by Achille Salvagni, with a patinated bronze top/ finial, a polished bronze base and an organic silk lamp shade. ...
Marble, Bronze
"Emerald" Side Table by Achille Salvagni
By Achille Salvagni
Located in New York, NY
"Emerald" A multifaceted contemporary side table in oak Edition of 40
"Spider" Bronze and Onyx Chandelier by Achille Salvagni
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 Edition of 20
Onyx, Bronze