Mario Papperzini Rare Pair of Ottomans for Salterini
View Similar Items
Mario Papperzini Rare Pair of Ottomans for Salterini
About the Item
- Creator:John Salterini (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Depth: 23 in (58.42 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Normal wear and tear but in fine original condition. Cushions have been professionally cleaned.
- Seller Location:East Hampton, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: Gustavo Olivieri 20th C.1stDibs: LU83284642283
John Salterini
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, eventually offering some of the most exquisite, high-end outdoor furniture of the mid-century period.
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.
The postwar boom in prosperity and leisure time led to the expansion of the home to include patios, which needed to be furnished with stylish outdoor furniture. 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 John B. Salterini’s vintage garden furniture — a collection of which can be found on 1stDibs — can be used indoors and look completely natural is a rare feat.
- Pair of Karl Springer "Souffle Ottoman" in Blue VelvetBy Karl SpringerLocated in East Hampton, NYOriginal pair of Karl Springer Souffle ottomans/poufs on casters for easy moving. Polished steel base and blue velvet upholstery.Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
MaterialsSteel
- Rare Vintage Arne Norell Teak Armchair and Ottoman with Leather StrapsBy Arne NorellLocated in East Hampton, NYGrand Scandinavian design with so many handsome details like leather straps for headrests and armrests. Fully restored with new sunbrella canvas fabric in khaki and refinished teak w...Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
MaterialsLeather, Canvas, Teak
- Large Boucle Clad Ottoman in the Style of Kagan, Lucite LegsLocated in East Hampton, NYSimple and classic design for this square ottoman in fresh boucle fabric and on two lucite legs. Clean and perfect for any design and decor.Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
MaterialsBouclé, Lucite
$3,840 Sale Price20% Off - X-Base Ottoman in Faux Shagreen LeatherLocated in East Hampton, NYLuxurious X-shaped ottoman with oversized brass caps to feet and rich leather in faux shagreen. This item is currently in our East Hampton showroom.Category
Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs
MaterialsBrass
$1,680 Sale Price42% Off - Round Vintage Ottoman by T.H. Robjohns-GibbingsBy T.H. Robsjohn-GibbingsLocated in East Hampton, NYThis simple yet distinguished designed round ottoman by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings with turned wood feet, has been reupholstered in a neutral cotton fabric.Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
MaterialsCotton, Wood
- Thinline Aluminum Ottomans/ Benches in Chartreuse GreenLocated in East Hampton, NYSet of 2 klismos style ottomans/ benches in aluminum by Thinline. Powder-coated in chartreuse color, with custom heavy woven linen cushion.Category
Vintage 1960s American Classical Greek Ottomans and Poufs
MaterialsAluminum
- Set of Seven Mario Papperzini for Salterini Garden Lounge Chairs and OttomansBy Mario Papperzini, John SalteriniLocated in Rio Vista, CARare set of seven Italian iron patio and garden lounge chairs and ottomans designed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. The Mid-Century Modern garden suite consists of three armchairs with adjustable chain reclining backs, two non-reclining back side chairs and two ottomans. One ottoman has tall gilt finials, the other does not. The tall ottoman...Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
MaterialsIron
- 2 Pairs of John Salterini American Mid-Century Iron Outdoor OttomansBy John SalteriniLocated in New York, NY2 Pairs of American mid-century iron outdoor ottomans with a curved lattice structure supported by four posts topped with gilt ball finials and an x-...Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
MaterialsMetal, Iron, Wrought Iron
- Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950By Mario Papperzini, John SalteriniLocated in Atlanta, GAThis magnificent sofa maintains its original verdigris finish, with heavy patina. The piece may be painted or professionally powder coated if so desired. Finals may be finished in ag...Category
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Sofas
MaterialsWrought Iron
- Marvelous Iron Bench by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950By Mario Papperzini, John SalteriniLocated in Atlanta, GAThis magnificent bench maintains its original verdigris finish, with heavy patina. The piece may be painted or professionally powder coated if so desired. Finals may be finished in a...Category
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Benches
MaterialsWrought Iron
- Set of Four Mario Papperzini for Salterini Garden Dining ChairsLocated in Rio Vista, CAIconic Mid-Century Modern set of four patio and garden dining chairs designed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. The set consists of two side chairs and two host armchairs measuring 22 inches wide and 20.5 inches deep. The chairs all feature the trademark Mario Papperzini ball finials on the backs and the lattice work seat...Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
MaterialsIron
- Pair of Mongolian Fur Upholstered OttomansLocated in San Francisco, CAPair of Mongolian fur upholstered Ottomans AVA labels on the underside 20 x 20 x 20Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs
MaterialsFur