Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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.

Creator: Maurizio Tempestini

Mid-Century Italian Wrought Iron Dining Chairs by Salterini, 1955

$7,600 / set

Mid-Century Italian Wrought Iron Dining Chairs by Salterini, 1955

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 Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Iron

Set of Four Bertha Schaefer Dining Chairs Italian Mid Century

$3,900Sale Price / set|50% Off

H 31 in Dm 21 in

Set of Four Bertha Schaefer Dining Chairs Italian Mid Century

By Bertha Schaefer, M. Singer & Sons

Located in New York, NY

A set of sculptural light/medium walnut chairs by Bertha Schaefer for Singer and Son. Reupholstered in a golden cream/off white cotton/linen blend. Original Tag. Chairs were made in ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Walnut, Cotton

1960s Wrought Iron Cafe Chairs, Pair

$316Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 24.25 in W 14 in D 17 in

1960s Wrought Iron Cafe Chairs, Pair

Located in Esperance, NY

1960s Wrought iron cafe chairs - a pair.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Metal

Set 6 Mid Century Modern Orange Slice Chairs by Tempestini & Salterini + a Table

$4,595 / set

H 27.25 in W 22.25 in D 23.75 in

Set 6 Mid Century Modern Orange Slice Chairs by Tempestini & Salterini + a Table

By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini

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 Side Chairs

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Iron

Modern Victorian Wrought Iron Peacock Rocker by Salterini

$980

H 49.5 in W 32 in D 33.5 in

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.

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1960s American Victorian Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Iron

1 Salterini Peacock Wrought Iron Arm Chair

$1,050Sale Price|25% Off

H 48 in W 34 in D 22 in

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 Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Cantilevered Mid Century Wrought Iron Lounge Chair Att. to Salterini

$495

H 33.5 in W 21 in D 21.5 in

Cantilevered Mid Century Wrought Iron Lounge Chair Att. to Salterini

By Woodard Furniture Co., Salterini

Located in New York, NY

Chic architectural cantilevered mid century lounge arm chair, attributed to Salterini. The chair has a wrought iron frame, cantilevered spring ba...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Italian Mid-Century "DU 68" Chair, 1955

$4,675

H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Italian Mid-Century "DU 68" Chair, 1955

By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi

Located in Milan, IT

Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Italian mid-century "DU 68" chair 1955 DU 68 chair produced by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima. RIMA under the leadership of Gastone Rinaldi became a leading com...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Rattan

Mid Century Wrought Iron Chair att. to Salterini

$395

H 31.5 in W 21.5 in D 20 in

Mid Century Wrought Iron Chair att. to Salterini

By Woodard Furniture Co., Salterini

Located in New York, NY

Chic architectural wrought iron arm chair, with metal mesh seat and back. The chair is in very good, original condition, clean and ready to use. Total H 31.5 x Arm H 24.5 x Seat H 17 x W 21.5 x D 20 inches. Measures: Please view our extensive collection of vintage garden, patio, and poolside furniture listed at Barbarella Home...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Iron Hoop Lounge Chair by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini

$995

H 29.25 in W 32 in D 25.75 in

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 Side Chairs

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Iron

Mid-Century Modern Orange Slice Iron with Sailcloth Lounge Chairs by Salterini

$1,995 / set

H 27.25 in W 22.5 in D 24 in

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 Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Iron

4 Mid Century Wrought Iron Lounge Chairs att. to Tempestini for Salterini

$5,500 / set

H 32.5 in W 25.5 in D 20.5 in

4 Mid Century Wrought Iron Lounge Chairs att. to Tempestini for Salterini

By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini

Located in New York, NY

Rare set of stylish wrought iron and metal mesh lounge chairs design attributed to Tempestini, for Salterini. The chairs are newly powder coated with a black satin finish, making the...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern 6pc. Set Salterini Radar by Maurizio Tempestini C1955

$4,995 / set

H 30.25 in W 25 in D 20 in

Mid-Century Modern 6pc. Set Salterini Radar by Maurizio Tempestini C1955

By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini

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 Side Chairs

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Steel, Iron

Previously Available Items

Wrought Iron Patio Chairs By Maurizio Tempestini For Salterini

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H 32 in W 23 in D 26 in

Wrought Iron Patio Chairs By Maurizio Tempestini For Salterini

By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Mid-Century Modern, wrought iron, patio chairs by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini feature mesh, demilune back rests and upholstered seats in woven raspberry outdoor vinyl.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Salterini Wicker and Iron Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini Set of Four Mid Century

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H 32 in W 21 in D 21 in

Salterini Wicker and Iron Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini Set of Four Mid Century

By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This set of four chairs by Maurizio Tempestini is a great combination of natural wicker and black iron base. The cushions are original and we will be happy to re-foam them. One of th...

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Iron

Mid-Century Modern Iron and Wicker Pair Neva-Rust Chairs Tempestini & Salterini

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H 32.5 in W 19 in D 21.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Iron and Wicker Pair Neva-Rust Chairs Tempestini & Salterini

By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome and unusual pair of Mid-Century Modern iron and wicker barrel back Neva-Rust chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. They are in wonderful vintage condition. They retain their original black finish, but it is not without nicks and dings and missing paint. We call that patina. There were a couple broken wicker strands that have been repaired by our experienced staff. Original seat vinyl is in good condition, but you may wish to recover. Please see photos, circa 1950-1960. When I saw this pair of awesome chairs, I knew I had to have them to offer to you! They are the epitome of 1950s patio parties!! Designed by Maurizio Tempestini for the renowned John Salterini outdoor...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Iron

Pair of Maurizio Tempestini Clamshell Chairs for Salterini

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H 27.5 in W 33 in D 26 in

Pair of Maurizio Tempestini Clamshell Chairs for Salterini

By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini

Located in Pasadena, TX

Made of iron, this practical and classic design has found its way to homes and patios around the world. You will love the quality and craftsmanship of this Mid-Century masterpiece. The metal is in great condition and Metro Retro...

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20th Century American Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Wrought Iron

rare set of 4 1940's Maurizio Tempestini Salterini Iron Side Chairs

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H 32 in W 15 in D 18 in

rare set of 4 1940's Maurizio Tempestini Salterini Iron Side Chairs

By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini

Located in Bainbridge, NY

4 Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini Wrought Iron Dining Chairs. Nice warm patina to original green paint, with new Black Leather seat...

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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini Salterini Clamshell Patio Chairs

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H 31 in W 30 in D 28 in

Maurizio Tempestini Salterini Clamshell Patio Chairs

By Maurizio Tempestini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of vintage modern designer patio chairs by Maurizio Tempestini. Iron clamshell style shape are very distinctive and desired. The cantilevered spring legs allow a gentle rock or ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

rare Set of 4 Maurizo Tempestini for Salterini Chairs

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H 30 in W 19 in

rare Set of 4 Maurizo Tempestini for Salterini Chairs

By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Very rare set of 4 Salterini Wrought Iron Indoor Outdoor chairs. 1 signed NEVA-RUST. Painted Black. Sold as set

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurizio Tempestini Side Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini side chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Maurizio Tempestini side chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of rope and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Maurizio Tempestini side chairs, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider side chairs by Melchiorre Bega, Gio Ponti, and Paolo Buffa. Prices for Maurizio Tempestini side chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $22,800 and can go as high as $22,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $22,800.