John Salterini Seating
Italian, 1928-1952
While John B. Salterini designed ornate wrought-iron garden furniture for patios and lawns, he specifically sought to match the forms of indoor furniture and also advocated the use of his furniture indoors “because it brings into your home the freshness and gaiety of a flowery summer garden” (per his print advertisements).
After emigrating from Italy to New York, Salterini worked in journalism at first, editing a newspaper in Syracuse. When he moved to New York City, he worked in glass manufacturing and then entered into the production of wrought-iron furniture as a partner in Salterini & Gallo. When that company shuttered, he launched his own eponymous firm in 1934, eventually offering some of the most exquisite, high-end outdoor furniture of the mid-century period.
Over the course of his career, Salterini designed a wide range of furniture, from tables and chairs to chaise longues, ottomans and benches. And his influences were equally wide as well. His work is often identified as mid-century modern — the Clamshell line, designed for Salterini’s company by like-minded Italian architect and industrial designer Maurizio Tempestini, boasts soft curves and cocoon-like shells that strike a sharp contrast with the solidity of wrought iron and resemble the zany chair designs emerging during the postwar period from designers like Pierre Paulin and Arne Jacobsen.
The furniture from John B. Salterini Company also combined organic and geometric forms, one of the mid-century design movement’s defining features. But Salterini was equally influenced by the Gothic Revival and Art Deco movements, incorporating their signature flourishes like intricate lace-like patterns, delicate vine leaves and protruding scrolls into his French Provincial Group’s glass-topped tables and chairs. One of his most ornate and ostentatious designs is the Peacock double chaise longue, with its elaborate spokes and arching back.
The postwar boom in prosperity and leisure time led to the expansion of the home to include patios, which needed to be furnished with stylish outdoor furniture.
Wrought iron was considered the best material for outdoor use because of its comparative lightness and pliability to other metals. The term “wrought” means made by hand, as opposed to “cast” iron, which was made using molds. Salterini’s high-end handcrafted furniture, with names like Park Avenue Group — promoted for indoor use and photographed as such for the firm’s catalogues — attracted wealthy buyers from across the country. They were drawn to his ability to make a metal like wrought iron look almost ethereal and elegant, and the way he incorporated the popular styles and design principles of the day into his pieces. That Salterini’s garden furniture can be used indoors and look completely natural is a rare feat.
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Creator: John Salterini
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Black "Radar" Tete-a-Tete, 1950's
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini Pair Radar Chairs & Occasional Table. Patio Set. Lanai Set. Featuring a Wrought Iron and woven wire mesh frame...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron, Wire
Maurizio Tempestini, Sofa, Iron, Maple, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron, dark-stained maple and white fabric sofa designed by Maurizio Tempestini and produced by Salterini, USA, c. 1950s.
Seat height 15”.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Maurizio Tempestini, Lounge Chairs, Iron, Maple, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of cast iron, dark-stained maple and white fabric lounge chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini and produced by Salterini, USA, c. 1950s.
Seat height 15”.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950
By John Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa maintains its original verdigris finish, with heavy patina. The piece may be painted or professionally powder coated if so desired. Finals may be finished in ag...
Category
1950s American Organic Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Seven Mario Papperzini for Salterini Garden Lounge Chairs and Ottomans
By Mario Papperzini, John Salterini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of seven Italian iron patio and garden lounge chairs and ottomans designed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. The Mid-Century Modern garden suite consists of three armchairs with adjustable chain reclining backs, two non-reclining back side chairs and two ottomans. One ottoman has tall gilt finials, the other does not. The tall ottoman...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Patinated Wrought Iron Ottoman by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini
By John Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Patinated wrought iron outdoor ottoman designed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. Wonderful verdigris green original finish.
16 or 17 in. seat height with 2 or 3 in. thick cus...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Marvelous Iron Bench by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950
By Mario Papperzini, John Salterini
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent bench maintains its original verdigris finish, with heavy patina. The piece may be painted or professionally powder coated if so desired. Finals may be finished in a...
Category
1950s American Organic Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Salterini Black Wrought Iron Peacock Rocking Chair Rocker
By John Salterini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist wrought iron rocker, Designed by John Salterini. From the Peacock line. Stunning design, lesser seen rocker. Hand delivery avail to New ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Orange Slice Iron with Sailcloth Lounge Chairs by Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare to find radar chairs by Maurizio Tempestini with Sailcloth as the seating material. Actual sails were cut and installed professionally. Chairs need a good cleaning ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Tempestini for Salterini Radar Chair
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Nice Garden or Patio Radar chair designed by Tempestini, manufactured by Salterini. No damage, bends, weld or repairs. This example is in later burgundy pa...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron, Iron
2 Pairs of John Salterini American Mid-Century Iron Outdoor Ottomans
By John Salterini
Located in Queens, NY
2 Pairs of American mid-century iron outdoor ottomans with a curved lattice structure supported by four posts topped with gilt ball finials and an x-...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern 6pc. Set Salterini Radar by Maurizio Tempestini C1955
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 6 piece set of "Radar" outdoor patio dining set. Incudes 4 chairs 48" round top table with an umbrella hole and the heavy solid cast iron art deco umbrella holder. In excell...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Steel, Iron
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 ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Iron Hoop Lounge Chair by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous iron hoop chair designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini c1955. In very good condition needing a spray job. New plastic feet glides. Poss...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Set 6 Mid Century Modern Orange Slice Chairs by Tempestini & Salterini + a Table
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare set of six orange slice chairs. Freshly painted in a satin white enamel, chairs are in excellent vintage condition. Exceptional design by Maurizio Tempestini for Jo...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
1960's Pair of Folding Chairs by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern outdoor patio pair of folding chairs designed by Salterini.
The chairs are made of mesh and tubular steel. In good vintage c...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Steel
Set 6 Mid Century Modern El Prado Iron Indoor Outdoor Dining Chairs by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of rare El Prado dining chairs in old white paint. High quality iron set with solid brass finials. In excellent vintage condition with minimal we...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Set of 12 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Ribbon Dining Chairs with Seats
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 12 Mid-Century Italian ribbon dining chairs (4 arms/8 sides) with gently sloped, mesh metal seat and demilune back (MAURIZIO TEMPESTINI FOR SALTERINI)(PRICED AS Set)(Other exa...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Metal
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini "Ribbon" Wrought Iron Painted Dining Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Italian wrought iron "Ribbon" dining chairs painted white with gently sloped, mesh metal seats and demilune backs for indoor and/or outdoor use. (MAURIZO TEMPESTI...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Radar Chair by Salterini Newly Powder Coated
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Great Radar Hoop chair designed by Tempestini for Salterini, just powder coated in semi gloss black. Originally designed for outdoor use, suitable for indoor placement as well.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Set of 4 Midcentury Italian Square Wrought Iron Frame Bar Stools
By John Salterini
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 Mid-Century Italian square wrought iron frame bar stools with faux woven upholstered seats. (MANNER OF JOHN SALTERINI)(PRICED AS Set)
Frames slight...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Salterini American Midcentury Hollywood Regency Lounge Chair
By John Salterini
Located in Miami, FL
American Mid-Century Hollywood Regency chaise lounge designed by John Salterini.
Generous sized and great vintage quality made in the USA, circa 1950s.
The black wrought iron pati...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Modern Victorian Wrought Iron Peacock Rocker by Salterini
By John Salterini, Salterini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this all-original Peacock rocker by Salterini with a great aged patina, composed of twisted, curled, and welded wrought iron wire. A fun and dramatic place to sit, in this less common rocker variation of the Salterini Peacock chair.
Category
1960s American Victorian Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Outdoor Settee / Sofa and Pair of Chairs 'One Rocker' by John Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Kansas City, MO
John Salterini outdoor, patio, loveseat and pair of chairs, one being a rocking chair. Very comfortable and stylish. There are several layers of white paint on the pieces, but they s...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Steel, Wrought Iron
1 Salterini Peacock Wrought Iron Arm Chair
By John Salterini
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Salterini Peacock Wrought Iron Chair
John Salterini vintage midcentury wrought iron wire peacock chair. Victorian style chair designed with a bac...
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Mid-20th Century North American Rustic John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of 'Fish' Lounge Chairs by John Salterini, Circa 1950's, USA
By John Salterini
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Pair of 'Fish' Lounge Chairs by John Salterini, Circa 1950's, USA.
Unique and decorative, made with woven cord and a metal base.
Sturdy and comfortable.
Made by John S...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Metal
John Salterini American Mid-Century Outdoor Iron Lounge / Armchair
By John Salterini
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century outdoor adjustable reclining lounge / armchair with a latticed back and seat supported in an iron frame with ball finials on the c...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron, Metal, Iron
Rare Set of Four Maurizio Tempestini White Lacquer Iron Frame and Mesh Chairs
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare set of four Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini white lacquer over wrought iron framed and iron mesh outdoor dining chairs. Minimalist design with open arms and linear form, iron ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Awesome Salterini Style Mid-century Rocking Chair Patio
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
OUTSTANDING MID-CENTURY MODERN SALLTERINI STYLE VINTAGE IRON ROCKER. THIS ROCKER IS IN VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION -JUST PAINTED AND LOOKS GREAT. THERE ARE NO BREAKS IN THE WEL...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Iron Chairs Designed by Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare pair of ribbon armchairs designed by Maurizo Tempestini for Salterini. In very nice condition (used indoor, can be used outdoor). freshly sandblasted and powder coated with ne...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Incomparable Set of 12 Montego Dining Chairs by John Salterini, circa 1960
By John Salterini
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative, completely installation ready. This large set is unique on the mark...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of 6 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Ribbon Dining Chairs with Seat
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Queens, NY
SET of 6 Mid-Century Italian ribbon dining chairs with gently sloped, mesh metal seats and demilune backs in a pale shade of gold. (MAURIZIO TEMPESTINI FOR SALTERINI)(PRICED AS SET)(...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Metal
Two Chairs Cast Iron Marble-Top Table Coca-Cola Dinette Ice Cream Set Cafe Table
By John Salterini
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern red Coca-Cola cast iron base figural marble-top cafe table with two Salterini checker upholstery ice cream chairs.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
Signed Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini Ottoman Foot Stool Circa 1960s
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Peabody, MA
Italian rope and wrought iron ottoman designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini, circa 1960s. Retains its "JBS [John B. Salterini] Made in Italy" tag. Measures 20" wide x ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Original John Salterini "Montego" Chairs ( Two Arm, Two Armless )
By John Salterini
Located in North Miami, FL
An incredible elegant set of four (4) ALL ORIGINAL aluminum frame chairs by John Salterini, Brooklyn, circa 1960. These are how the chairs were originally produced and thus, shows ...
Category
1960s American Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Elegant Pair of Salterini Wrought Iron Armchairs in Passion Pink
By John Salterini
Located in North Miami, FL
Elegant pair of Salterini wrought iron outdoor patio garden chairs powder-coated in passion pink color, circa 1950s.
Category
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
Set of Four Salterini Dinette Chairs, Attributed to Maurizio Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful form and craftsmanship on these. Wrought iron.
Need to add dims
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Seating
Materials
Iron
John Salterini seating for sale on 1stDibs.
John Salterini seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of John Salterini seating, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by John Salterini were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Maurizio Tempestini, Planner Group, and Salterini. Prices for John Salterini seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $551 and can go as high as $49,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,600.