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.
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Pair Of Italian Maurizio Tepestini Wrought Iron Chairs And Ottoman
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Italian Maurizio Tepestini Wrought Iron Chairs And Ottoman Offered is a splendid Italian set of two hand forged wrought iron lounge chairs or garden chairs with wood arms and...
Wrought Iron
Vintage Salterini "Orange Slice" Chair
By Salterini
Located in Doylestown, PA
Salterini "Orange Slice" chair. Professionally restored and powder coated in a vibrant cobalt blue. Great for a patio, terrace or ornamental in a garden. ...
Iron
$4,250 / set
Vintage Wrought Iron Outdoor Patio Furniture
By Salterini, John Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Salterini Dining Seating Set of 6 Exquisite set of chairs available now and ready for your use and enjoyment. High backs make them perfect for dining with a coordinating Salterini Table. Perfect for any deck, garden, terrace, or patio. Tables available and sold separately. Ships for flat rate of 379 along the east coast states. Variable and competitive rates for west shipping dependent on zip code. Inquire. Shop Salterini Garden Furniture and Woodard Garden Furniture listed here or other Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Furniture Pieces online at our 1stDibs Store Front. Our Vintage Wrought Iron Outdoor Furniture Pieces are Available now and Ready to Ship for your enjoyment. Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Furniture is an Excellent Choice for your newest patio design or to add additional outdoor wrought iron furniture pieces to your Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Furniture Collection. Wrought Iron Outdoor Patio Furniture is Classic and Timeless in style and made to last decades. Shop our sustainable vintage outdoor living garden furniture seating arrangements today and add style to your outdoor living space while being kind to the planet. All of our Vintage Salterini Wrought Iron Patio Furniture pieces are hand selected and one-of-a kind awaiting to be enjoyed by you in your favorite outdoor space. Add this to your cart today or "Make an Offer" now to reserve space on this month's delivery route. View other in-stock and ready to ship Vintage Salterini Wrought Iron Patio Furniture pieces including complete vintage wrought iron conversation sets, vintage Woodard Wrought Iron dining sets in popular patterns like Chantilly Rose and Orleans, vintage wrought iron Salterini Peacock Chairs, Woodard Wrought Iron Arm Chairs, Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Bar Carts and Tea Carts, Outdoor Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, Vintage Tempestini Radar Chairs...
Iron, Wrought 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 ...
Metal, Wrought Iron
$7,800 / set
H 33 in W 18 in D 20.5 in
Pair of Chic 'Arcade' Wrought Iron and Shearling Chairs by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Arcade' wrought iron and shearling chairs by Design Frères. Extraordinary pair of side chairs with white shearling upholstery. This unique upholstery...
Wrought Iron
$995 / set
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springers B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Cantilever/Springer Outdoor Arm Chairs Offered is a Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair in...
Iron
Petite French 1950s Green Painted Aluminium and Iron Chair
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very lovely folding iron chair with a gorgeous green patina. The seat and backrest are made of perforated aluminium sheet.
Aluminum, Iron
$1,400 / set
H 17 in W 58 in D 16 in
Pair of Salterini Curved Wrought Iron and Mesh Patio or Outdoor Garden Benches
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Pair of curved garden ,patio or pool benches by Salterini. Lovely wrought iron benches with metal mesh tops and rounded legs .Circa 1960s. All disc feet attached and in place . Both...
Wrought Iron
$1,008Sale Price|30% Off
H 35 in W 19 in D 20 in
1960s Vintage Iron Garden Dining Chairs - 4 Available
By Salterini, John Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This is a great set of vintage Iron garden chairs. The chairs feature nice woven metal seats, ladder backs and arched legs, their details are exquisite. They are similar in style t...
Iron
French 1950s Wrought Iron Garden Table
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Painted wrought iron garden table with a cloverleaf-patterned top with a twisted iron surround and an elegant scrolled base.
Wrought Iron
$1,999 / set
H 35 in W 30 in D 37 in
Pair of Vintage Mid Century Salterini-Style Wrought Iron Rocking Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a lovely pair of vintage Salterini style patio rockers. This pair has been freshly restored with satin black powder coat. We have a total of 8 chairs available, which can b...
Wrought Iron
Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Outdoor Chairs
By Salterini, Brown Jordan, Mario Papperzini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Available now for your enjoyment and ready to ship is a Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Lounge Chairs attributed to Mario Papperzini This lovely Wrought Iron Pair of Arm Chairs are the perfect addition to any garden, terrace, or veranda. Enjoy a glass of lemonade in the late afternoon sun, or your favorite cocktail at dusk and lounge into relaxation. This sustainable Wrought Iron Patio Set will last decades to come being made out of heavy wrought iron. The Rocker Arm Chair features beautifully designed and detailed flower motif on the top of the backrest and arms to give it the ultimate vintage garden look. The distressed antique ivory will coordinate well with any style patio or have us refinish using our 3 step Prep, Prime, and Paint process prior to delivery. Our convenient and hassle free shipping using our in-house shippers will save you time arranging your own. You’ll benefit from having your set hand delivered to your door within 2-4 weeks. We will update you throughout the entire transaction on shipping and rest assured your piece/set, will be delivered safely. Not only is shopping vintage trending in 2024, vintage wrought iron furniture...
Wrought Iron
Radar Chair by Salterini Newly Powder Coated
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
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.
Metal, Wrought Iron
Modern Victorian Wrought Iron Peacock Rocker by Salterini
By Salterini, John 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.
Iron
$989
H 48 in W 36 in D 30 in
Vintage MCM Salterini Patio or Garden Peacock Wrought Iron Wingback Arm Chair
By John Salterini, Salterini
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage Salterini patio, porch or garden "Peacock" wrought iron wingback form arm chair. In need of repaint, showing layers of white green and black paint. Inquire for cost to blast,...
Wrought Iron
$476Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.25 in W 45.25 in D 19 in
1960s Salterini Style Wrought Iron Garden Patio Settee
By Salterini
Located in Esperance, NY
Salterini style wrought iron garden patio settee. This is a very nice original Settee from the 1960s made out of wrought iron.
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 26 in W 22.5 in D 22 in
Mid-Century ‘Orange Slice’ Patio Set by Maurizio Tempenstini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century patio set designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. Often referred to as the ‘orange slice’ due to the shape of the chairs. This set includes four chairs and one sma...
Metal, Wrought Iron
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H 50.5 in W 26 in D 16 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern John Salterini Wrought Iron Peacock Chairs - a Pair
By Salterini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking pair of vintage MCM outdoor wrought iron peacock chairs. Made by the iconic John a Salterini. Unmarked. Acquired from a Palm Beac...
Wrought Iron
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H 26.25 in W 22.25 in D 17 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Salterini Wrought Iron “Orange Slice” Chairs - a Pair
By Salterini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage MCM lounge chairs. Made by the iconic Salterini group. Unmarked. Thr classic Orange Slice design in a patinated whi...
Wrought Iron
Salterini Dining Chairs
By Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Four Sculptural Iron Dining Chairs, design attributed to Mario Papperzini, and made by Salterini, American, circa 1960s. They can be used indoors or outdoors and have been rep...
Iron
4 Radar Patio Dining Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Southampton, NJ
A set of 4 radar and mesh steel patio dining chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. A very comfortable and attractive design with great lines. All chairs...
Steel
Vintage MCM Salterini “Radar Hoops” Wrought Iron Chairs, Set of 4
By Salterini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous set of four vintage MCM outdoor chairs. Made by the iconic Salterini group. The coveted “Radar Hoops” style in gloss black. Unmarked. All...
Wrought Iron
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H 35 in W 21.25 in D 15.5 in
Vintage Mid-Century Mario Papparzini for Salterini Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, 6
By Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage set of six mid-century wrought iron dining chairs. Designed by Mario Papparzini for Salterini. The real holy grail of patio chairs. Beautiful classic design with ha...
Wrought Iron
Set of Six Patio Dining Chairs by Mario Papperzini
By Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Set of six patio dining chairs by Mario Papperzini for Salterini. In beautiful vintage condition the cushions are sunbrella. Measurements; 17.5” Wide, 20” Deep, 36” High, 18....
Brass, Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Chair by Salterini Ca. 1950/1960's
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Wrought iron and metal mesh architectural garden, patio, poolside chair, by Salterini. The chair features a stylized zig zag surround trim element, ...
Wrought Iron
Saltarini Set of 8 Metal Chairs
By Salterini
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage metal set of 8 Salterini arm chairs in good well kept condition. All are sturdy just have signs of outdoor wear and use. No missing parts. Super comfortable!
Metal
Cantilevered Salterini Radar Chair by Tempestini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Classic mid century radar chair designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. This example is in excellent original condition, clean and ready to use. ...
Wrought Iron
Mario Papperzini for Salterini Table and 4 Dining Chairs
By Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Table and four dining chairs by Mario Papperzini for Salterini. Table with glass top measures 35.5" wide, 35.5" deep and 29.5" high. We added a tempered 1/2" glass top. Chairs measur...
Aluminum, Steel