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Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Wrought Iron Patio Set Modernist
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid-Century Modern wrought iron patio / garden set, Dinette, designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. Set includes 4 matching Clam Shell chairs and Table, Dimensions Ch...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Ribbon Étagère/ Server by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ribbon Étagère/ Server by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini, A rare model, one Tempestini best patterns, reminiscent of French Modern design. Fitted with two upper 15" D x 24" W x 15...
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20th Century American Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Patio Set, White Reed Enameled Steel, 1960s
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Maurizio Tempestini for Satlerini Patio Set, White Reed Enameled steel 1960s. Rare set includes 4 lounge chairs and coffee table. Original finish. Lovely and relaxing alternative to ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

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 ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought 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 Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron, Iron

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Mid-Century Three-Tiered Side Tables, Pr.
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Miami, FL
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini mid-century three-tiered side tables, Pr. Offered for sale is a pair of Maurizio Tempestini Mid-Century Modern three-tiered outdoor...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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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 Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Maurizio Tempestini 1950's wrought iron patio set
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Maurizio Tempestini 1950's wrought iron patio set Table and 4 clam shell chairs Paint is peeling in some areas but is in great condition for age. No rust. Chairs are 26.75 H in bac...
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1950s American Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Black "Radar" Tete-a-Tete, 1950's
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
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 Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron, Wire

Mid Century Modern Sunbrella Sofa Iron & Maple Tempestini for Salterini C1955
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
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 Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Maurizio Tempestini John Salterini Black High Back Lounge Chairs With Ottomans
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Monrovia, CA
Maurizio Tempestini For John Salterini Black Metal High Back Lounge Chairs With Detachable Ottomans. Each Salterini High Back Lounge Chair H...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Iron

Set of Two Wrought Iron Nesting Tables by Tempestini for Salterini, circa 1950s
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Set of two graduated size nesting tables having wrought iron legs, and metal mesh tops. The tables were designed by Maurizio Tempestini, and made by Salterini. Both are structurally sound and sturdy, both shows cosmetic wear to finish, normal and consistent with age. Usable as is, or we offer custom powder coating if you prefer a more polished look. Please view our extensive collection of vintage and antique garden pieces...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini Iron Cocktail Magazine Table for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Maurizio Tempestini powder-coated iron patio cocktail table for Salterini is a stylish and durable outdoor furniture piece. Crafted by renowned designer Maurizio Tempestini, this...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair of Mid Century Modern Salterini Radar Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of Radar Hoop chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. The pair of chairs are painted white and in very good condition . Very sturdy and no missing parts ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Set of 8 Tempestini for Salterini Black Enamel Iron "Radar" Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini set of eight radar dining armchairs. Featuring sculpted sturdy hoop frameworks in black enameled wrought iron, curved ergonomic full backs,...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Iron, Wrought 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 Building and Garden Elements

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Steel, Iron

Maurizio Tempestini Salterini Clamshell Orange Slice Footstool Stool Ottoman
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Here is a hard to find footstool or ottoman that was designed by Maurizio Tempestini and made by Salterini and matches the clamshell or orange slice pieces, it is unsigned but has al...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought 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.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Wrought Iron & Wicker Patio Arm Dining Chairs
By John Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co., Maurizio Tempestini
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of 4 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini black wrought & wicker patio or sunroom dining chairs with vintage green / black and creme plaid seat c...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

4pc Suite Tempestini for Salterini Orange Slice Style Set Settee Chairs Table
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic set of four vintage Salterini pieces, to include a settee, two lounge chairs and a small coffee table. Designed by Maurizio Tempestini, known as the Orange Slice pattern, circa ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Fabulous Pair 50s Tempestini Salterini Cantilever Patio Radar Lounge Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of circular radar wrought iron patio chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. These are the more desirable cantilevered springer chairs...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Set of Four Tempestini for Salterini Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, circa 1940
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Set of 4 Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini iron garden patio dining chairs. Featuring welded construction handwrought iron indoor / outdoor side chairs, ergonomic curved backs, ...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Black Iron "Orange Slice" Table, C. 1950s
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini black wrought iron and metal mesh oval occasional table, small coffee table, end table, side table. for indo...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Pair of Mid Century Modern Radar Saucer Chairs by Tempestini for John Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
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 Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Italian Iron Orange Slice Loveseat by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A sculptural iron and mesh orange slice loveseat in a flat black finish with curved legs having foot pads making the piece very stable. A great design for your garden, deck or three ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Set of 3 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Black "Radar" Lounge Chairs, 1950's
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original set of three black Radar Collection patio, poolside lounge chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini, 1950's. Featuring smooth, sturdy, ergonomic wrought iron hoop construction with expanded iron wire seat...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron, Iron

Mid-Century Modern 5pc Iron Hoop Chairs with Table by Maurizio Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
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 Building and Garden Elements

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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 Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Maurizo Tempestini For John Salterini Wrought Iron Curved Ribbon Patio Sofa 2 Pc
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Monrovia, CA
1950s Maurizio Tempestini For John Salterini, 2 Piece Curved Wrought Iron Ribbon Sofa Frames. 2 Curved Wrought Iron Sofa Frames Has The Iconic Ribbon Desi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

5 Piece's Salterini / Tempestini Garden Furnishings.Radar Chairs, Chaise, Cart
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice little grouping of outdoor iron garden, patio ,,furniture manufactured by Salterini,,, Some rare and unusual pieces,, Wonderful pair of Radar chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini along with seldom seen "hook" table.Also included ,very unusual bar cart with pullout iron serving tray...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought 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 Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

2 Sets of Three Wrought Iron Nesting Tables by Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Matched sets of three graduated nesting tables of wrought iron, and metal mesh, designed by Maurizio Tempestini, for Salterini. The tables are all structurally sound and sturdy, some...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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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 Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Steel, Iron

Fantastic Set 4 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Iron Patio Chairs
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic set of 4 wrought iron and metal mesh lounge designed by Maurizio Tempestini and manufactured by Salterini. Wrought iron frames with metal mesh seats and backs. All chairs a...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Tempestini for Salterini High Back Lounge with Footrest
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Great and rare high back lounge and ottoman (removable) newly powder coated in white semi gloss finish. Designed by M. Tempestini for Salterini Furniture. suitable for indoor or outd...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought 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 Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Mid Century Arthur Umanoff 5-Piece Wrought Iron Dining Set
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in West Hartford, CT
Vintage Arthur Umanoff Grenada dining set - this set has been powder coated white and the seat cushions have been completely reupholstered with ...
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1940s Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Vintage Wrought Iron Garden Poolside Patio Table by Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Mid Century vintage side, or end table, having a wrought iron base and frame, with metal mesh top. Designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini, circa 1950's. The tabl...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Maurizio Tempestini building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original building and garden elements by Maurizio Tempestini were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider building and garden elements by John Salterini, Donald Deskey, and Architectural Pottery. Prices for Maurizio Tempestini building and garden elements can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $795 and can go as high as $4,850, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,850.

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