Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
Italian, 1908-1960
Italian architect and furniture designer Maurizio Tempestini is well-known among vintage outdoor furniture aficionados for his sculptural Clamshell line and other elegant mid-century modern furnishings for patios and gardens.
Born in Florence in 1908, Tempestini completed his studies in Industrial Decoration at the Porta Romana Art Institute in 1929. His career as an interior architect and furniture and lighting designer flourished during the early 1930s. It was during this time Tempestini was also active as a set designer for several Italian theater productions, including Mario Massa’s Osteria degli immortali and Luigi Bonelli’s comedy Il Gigli.
Tempestini then turned his attention from the stage to designing furniture and decorative objects. He crafted pieces for ceramics factory Cantagalli in Florence, as well as for Murano glass manufacturers Seguso and Cappellin.
In 1934, Tempestini worked on the external renovation of the Palazzo delle Esposizioni at the Parterre di San Gallo in Florence for the Littoriali Exhibition. Later, in 1938, he formed a studio with architects Nello Baroni and Pietro Porcinai before cofounding the legendary postwar Italian lighting maker Arteluce with designer and engineer Gino Sarfatti in 1939.
During the 1950s, Tempestini designed lighting fixtures for Lightolier and began to collaborate with Brooklyn, New York’s John B. Salterini Company. Salterini was an Italian emigree who initially worked in journalism before becoming an eminent producer of high-end wrought-iron furniture.
Tempestini’s modernist outdoor furniture for Salterini resembled indoor seating manufactured by the likes of Knoll or Artifort — his chairs and other seating boasted organic curves and seductive, unconventional shapes. His work complemented Salterini’s own handmade designs, which reflected Gothic Revival and Art Deco influences. Together the designers produced successful lines of garden and patio furniture for Salterini’s eponymous firm.
Tempestini’s name soon became widely known in the United States. His designs were first introduced to the American public in 1951 through Gimbels Department Store and Suniland Furniture in Houston, Texas. Today his bold and stylish patio furniture remains sought after by collectors everywhere.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage Maurizio Tempestini garden elements, lounge chairs and tables.
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Creator: Maurizio Tempestini
Dealer: Dennis Gargiulo Gallery
Mid-Century Modern Iron Hoop Lounge Chair by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
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 Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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Iron
Mid Century Modern Orange Slice Patio Garden Bench by Tempestini - Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic iron bench seat by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini C1955 in flat black.
Orange slice with its well known curves is an icon in the outdoor furniture world. In excellent v...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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Iron
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 chairs with mesh seats and backs. Dims are: 25w x 20d x 30.5h x 16 seat height. All in...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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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 Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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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 Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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Steel, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Orange Slice Iron with Sailcloth Lounge Chairs by Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
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 Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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Iron
Mid Century Modern Sofa Iron & Maple Tempestini for Salterini W/Sunbrella C1955
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular wrought Iron, hand crafted sofa designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini C1955 USA. Brand new Sunbrella cushions with refinished maple arms on an iron diamond back pattern sofa...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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Iron
Mid-Century Modern 5pc Iron Hoop Chairs with Table by Maurizio Tempestini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 5 piece set which includes 4 iron hoop chairs and a iron table. Table is 36.25 in diameter x 29h. In excellent vintage condition with minimal ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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Iron
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 immediately recognized and highly sought after. Sets of 2, two pair available, priced and ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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Steel, Iron
Pair of Mid Century Modern Radar Saucer Chairs by Tempestini for John Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of mid century modern iron hoop outdoor lounge chairs in old white paint. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear, paint has wear but the iron is as strong and...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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Iron
Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Cocktail Table by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare cocktail table design by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini with a built in magazine rack basket. Two glas...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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Iron
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Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Black "Radar" Tete-a-Tete, 1950's
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Ribbon Series Garden, Patio Dining Table by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
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Rectangular black enameled wrought iron, indoor/outdoor use dining table base from Salterini's "Ribbon Series". This piece is freshly enameled and ready for custom glass.
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H 28.5 in W 52 in D 28 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 wonderful condition having typical signs of usage. See condition images for reference....
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H 32.25 in W 29.75 in D 26.5 in
5 Pc. Wrought Iron and Glass Garden Patio Dining Set by Meadowcraft
By Woodard Furniture Co., Meadowcraft
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Chic garden, patio, dinette set consisting of a dining table , and four side chairs. The table has a tempered glass top, the chairs have their original upholstered pad seats, metal e...
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Mid Century Garden Patio Poolside Radar Lounge Chair by Salterini Powder Coated
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic garden, patio, poolside chair from the desirable Radar series, by Salterini. This example is newly powder coated in voguish black satin finish. Clean, ready to use condition.
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H 28 in W 30 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Springer Rocker Patio Lounge Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
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Tempestini for Salterini Radar Chair
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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 Century Salterini “Radar” Outdoor Dining Set
By John Salterini
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Wonderful Mid Century five piece set by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini .Four classic “Radar” chairs have sculpted hoop wrought iron framework with wire mesh seats. Table also clas...
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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 Salterini that have been sanded and repainted professionally. New rubber glides on a...
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H 30 in W 25 in D 20.5 in
Pair Mid-Century Modern Lotus Leaf Iron Nesting Tables by Maurizio Tempestini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
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Fabulous pair of lotus leaf nesting tables by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. In excellent vintage condition with minima...
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H 20 in W 13 in D 11 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Iron Lounge Chairs Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
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Fantastic pair of Sculptural iron lounge chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. circa 1960 hoop radar chairs...
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H 30 in W 30.5 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Modern 5 Pc Sculptural Iron Table & 4 Mesh Chairs by John Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
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Fantastic 5 pc set consisting of 4 spring seat mesh lounge chairs and a table 35.5 x 17h. Mesh seat armchairs with a circular hoop with a leaf and vine pattern. In excellent vintage ...
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H 34 in W 30 in D 29 in
5 Piece Set Salterini by Maurizio Tempestini 4 Radar Lounge Chairs & Table
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
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Spectacular 5 pc set which includes 4 Radar Styled lounge chairs and a cocktail table by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear, old blac...
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Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Chaise Lounges by Maurizio Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of chaise lounges Radar Style by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. Each chaise is 3 pieces, the chair, leg support and drink table. In excellent vintage condition...
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H 27.75 in W 43.5 in D 53 in
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Unique 3 legged orange slice outdoor lounge chair by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. Recently resprayed satin black, chair is in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Can...
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H 27.25 in W 22.75 in D 24 in
Mid Century Modern 5pc set Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
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Fabulous 5 piece iron set designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. Ribbon set with 4 woven seat on Sculptural iron frames. 42 inch glass top is near perfect no chips. In e...
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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 condition with minimal amount of wear on last coat of paint.
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H 32.5 in W 29.75 in D 29.75 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 vintage condition with minimal wear on the last coat of paint. A Maurizio Tempestini design. We have quite a few different sets of Maurizio Tempestini furniture for your patio. Check them out. Dennis Gargiulo Gallery
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Pair of Salterini Mid Century Orange Slice Garden Settees Maurizio Tempestini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of settees designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. All the right curves create excellent seating for two. Sold and priced individually. In excellent vintage...
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H 29 in W 42.25 in D 22 in
Salterini Orange Slice Clam Shell Side Tables Maurizio Tempestini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Set of 3 stylized oval side tables by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. Curved legs with ample space for your drink and food plate. Just recently painted white. See the other p...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Furniture
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Maurizio Tempestini furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Maurizio Tempestini furniture 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 Maurizio Tempestini furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Maurizio Tempestini were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by John Salterini, Bonacina, and Salterini. Prices for Maurizio Tempestini furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,195 and can go as high as $4,995, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,245.
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