Salterini Building and Garden Elements
American
The postwar boom in prosperity and leisure time led to the expansion of homes in America to include patios, which needed to be furnished with stylish outdoor furniture. Launched in 1934, Salterini offered some of the most exquisite, high-end outdoor furniture of the mid-century period.
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.
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.
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.
Find vintage Salterini lounge chairs, tables, patio and garden furniture, and more on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Salterini
Pair of Outdoor Armchairs by Mario Papperzini for Salterini
By Salterini
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of armchairs by Mario Papperzini for Salterini.
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1950s Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
1930s Five Piece Curved Sectional Sofa by Salterini with Matching Armless Chair
By Salterini
Located in Stamford, CT
1930s curved wrought iron sectional sofa by John Salterini, Italian. This sectional was part of the "Palm Springs Group".
It consists of Five curved pieces: 35.5" wide curve. One Armless Chair: 22" wide straight.
John B. Salterini emigrated to the USA from Italy. Salterini wrought iron furniture...
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1930s American American Craftsman Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
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 Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Wrought Iron Plant Stand att. to Salterini
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Outstanding hand wrought Art Deco plant stand attributed to Salterini. This example features three ring form plant holders each 4.5 in. dia. - fol...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Woodard Tropical Leaf Iron Patio/Outdoor Lounge Chair, Set of Four
By Salterini
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A set of four Woodard rod iron outdoor/patio chair with a distinct tropical leaf backrest. This chair is constructed with solid core iron rods and is finished in your choice of a pur...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Pair Neva-Rust Patio Dining Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely pair of Mid-Century Modern Neva-Rust patio dining chairs by Salterini comprised of their original yellow linen looking textured vinyl or faux leather fabric and black painted ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought 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 Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Settee Loveseat Bench by Salterini
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Chic wrought iron garden, patio, poolside loveseat, bench, sofa by Salterini. The sofa is in very good original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent wit...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought 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.
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1960s American Victorian Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Wrought Iron and Metal Mesh Garden Side, Dining Chair by Salterini, C 1950s
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Stylish wrought iron garden, patio, poolside dining chair by Salterini. The chair is structurally, sound and sturdy, free of breaks, bends, damage or repairs. The paint finish shows ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Wrought 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.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Curved Garden Patio Poolside Bench by Salterini 3 available
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Curved wrought iron and metal mesh bench(s) by Salterini, three available. The benches feature U shaped legs, of wrought iron, which support the curved metal mesh tops. This desira...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Two Piece Garden Patio Poolside Nesting Tables by Salterini 2 Sets Available
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural set of two nesting tables by Salterini. Constructed of wrought iron, and metal mesh, these tables are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, they are structurally sound and sturdy, all show some cosmetic wear to the paint finish, normal and consistent with age. Please note the tables are offered and priced as a set of two, not all four, tables.
Measures: Larger table 18.5 W x 14.5 D x 19 H Smaller table 17 W x 15 D x 18 H inches.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Springer Rocker Patio Lounge Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Salterini springer rocker patio lounge chair
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern Salterini springer rocker patio lounge chair. This ch...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Mario Papparzini for Salterini Wrought Iron Lounge Chairs
By Mario Papperzini, Salterini
Located in Chicago, IL
Mario Papparzini for Salterini - Wrought Iron Lounge Chairs, Wrought iron, sandblasted, and powder-coated with durable enamel paint, suitable for indoor/outdoor use
Cushions: Brand n...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
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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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
5 pc. Wrought Iron and Glass Patio Garden Dining Set by Salterini
By Woodard Furniture Co., Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional 5 pc. garden, patio, poolside dining set by Salterini. The set includes 4 side chairs, and the matching large dining table. This set in in very fine, clean, ready to use ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Greek Key Wrought Iron Table & Chairs by Salterini
By Salterini, John Salterini
Located in Stamford, CT
Stunning, timeless Salterini Greek key style wrought iron table and four chairs. Original aqua color now beautifully distressed. Fabric on seats is...
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1940s American Greek Revival Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Glass Top Garden Coffee Table by Salterini
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic wrought iron garden, patio, poolside coffee table by Salterini. This diminutive table features an intricately worked wrought iron frame with decorative foliate metal work, and ...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Wrought Iron "Radar" Table by John Salterini
By John Salterini, Salterini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tune into mid-century modern home decor with this funky wrought iron "Radar" table by John Salterini! With classic Atomic Age style, this deceivingly robust table showcases an elegan...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Wrought Iron Salterini Mt. Vernon Settee Loveseat
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic wrought iron settee, loveseat, by Salterini, as part of the classic Mt. Vernon series, circa 1940's. The settee is structurally sound and sturdy, it shows significant cosmetic w...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Salterini Set of Lily Pad Nesting Tables
By Salterini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish, chic and classic Salterini set of three lilly pad nesting tables have been professionally restored. The pieces have been sandblasted and powdercoated in Palm Beach Whit...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
2 Sets of Three Wrought Iron Nesting Tables by Tempestini for Salterini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
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 Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rare 5-piece Iron Patio set "Taj Mahal" by Salterini. Matching Benches
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Salterini set in the Taj Mahal pattern, Bench's & chairs feature wrought iron frame , wrought iron back supports, decorative cast metal finials and metal mesh seat. Included , ...
Category
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Outdoor Metal Curved Back Chairs Set B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Back Chairs Set B
Offered is a pair of Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic orange Outdoor Metal Curved Ba...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Wrought Iron Garden Dining Table by Salterini att. to Tempestini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural mid century garden, patio, poolside dining table, made by Salterini, design attributed to Maurizo Tempestini. The table features wrought iron hairpin legs, with a...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
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 Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
4pc Suite Tempestini for Salterini Orange Slice Style Set Settee Chairs Table
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
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 Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Bench Taj Mahal by Salterini, circa 1950-1960s
By Woodard Furniture Co., Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Rare Salterini bench, in the Taj Mahal pattern. The bench features a wrought iron frame, wrought iron back supports, decorative cast metal finials, and...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
1960's Iron Basket-Weave Pineapple-Form Patio Dining Table Base by Salterini
By Salterini
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of openwork pineapple form in a gray and subtle verdigris finish with flared top above a bulbous woven body raised on splayed feet.
Category
1960s North American Hollywood Regency Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
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 Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Ba
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Back Springer Chairs
Offered is a pair of Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic orange Outdoor Metal Curved...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Salterni Wrought iron 5-piece Patio Set
By Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mario Papperzini for Salterini, Neoclassical Wrought iron 5-piece Patio Set
USA, Circa 1950s
A rare find, a suite of mid-century outdoor elegance: Mario Papperzini for Salterini N...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Six Garden Patio Dining Arm Chairs Taj Mahal by Salterini, 1950/ 60s
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Rare set of six matching dining chairs in the sought after Taj Mahal pattern, by Salterini. The chairs feature decorative wrought iron frames and stylized back rests, with cast finia...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Cantilever Hoop Solar Lounge Ottoman Footrest by Tempestini Salterini For Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wayne, NJ
Black Cantilever Hoop Solar Ottoman Footrest by Tempestini Salterini . Shown attached to a Chair, which is NOT included but have a pair in our other items . When attached to the cha...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Table Taj Mahal by Salterini circa 1950/60s
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful vintage garden table in the hard to find, and much sought after Taj Mahal pattern, by Salterini. The table features a decorative wrought iron pedestal base, with a circular...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Four Salterini Zig Zag Pattern Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Chairs
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Rare set of four Salterini Zig Zag pattern garden, patio, poolside chairs constructed of wrought iron frames, with metal mesh seats and backs. All four ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Three Garden Patio Poolside Sling Seat Lounge Chairs by Salterini
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Voguish suite of three sling seat lounge chairs by noted garden furniture maker, Salterini. The chais features a suspended upholstered continuous back, seat rest in original diamond ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Modernist Salterini Wrought Iron Garden Patio Settee
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Stylish mid century wrought iron and metal mesh settee by Salterini. This example is in very good condition, free of breaks, bends, or repairs. Currently in later white paint finish ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
5 Piece's Salterini / Tempestini Garden Furnishings.Radar Chairs, Chaise, Cart
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
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 Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Six Garden Patio Poolside Wrought Iron Chairs by Salterini
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Rare opportunity bro purchase a matched set of six Salterini dining chairs. This chic suite is in very good, original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consiste...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Salterini Radar Patio Dining Table
By Salterini
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid century Salterini Radar Patio dining table.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Salterini Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Salterini building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Salterini 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 Salterini building and garden elements, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original building and garden elements by 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 building and garden elements by John Salterini, Brown Jordan, and Woodard Furniture Co.. Prices for Salterini building and garden elements can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $250 and can go as high as $14,450, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,800.
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Questions About Salterini Building and Garden Elements
- How do you identify Salterini?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify Salterini, examine the furniture for a maker's marking. Tables usually bear the Salterini name along the sides of their tops. On chairs, you can typically locate these markings on the underside of the seat. Online reference guides can help you determine the age and style of your furniture, or you can consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer for help with the identification process. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Salterini furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024To identify Salterini furniture, first look for the brand's logo, which should be stamped into the piece in an inconspicuous place. Since this mark has changed over the years, you can compare the stamp on your piece to images shared on trusted online resources to determine its approximate age. Other signs that a particular item is a Salterini include indentations that suggest a piece was hammered by hand and stylistic flourishes such as delicate S-like scrolls on armrests and legs and the maker's signature detail, a tightly woven basketweave effect. If you need help identifying a particular piece, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop an assortment of Salterini furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Salterini patio furniture, first try to locate a maker's mark. Most tables show off the full maker's name along the sides of their tops. On chairs, look under the seat and on the legs for the Salterini name. To date your furniture and learn its style name, consult reference guides published on trusted websites. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Salterini patio furniture.