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What is a shoe maker called?
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A shoe maker is traditionally called a cobbler. However, many people simply use the term shoemaker to describe a professional who crafts shoes today. You may also see shoemakers referred to by the French term "cordonnier" or the Italian term "calzolaio." Explore a wide range of shoes from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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Don Shoemaker Sling Chair
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Denton, TX
The iconic beautiful mexican modern Don Shoemaker "sling" chair. Made for Señal S.A. Made from solid Cocobolo Wood with original black leather. Made in the 1960s
Category
20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cocobolo
$2,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Chair Hand Painted by Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare an amazing chair hand painted designed by Don Shoemaker, circa 1960, includes
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Pine
Don Shoemaker Studio Cocobolo Rosewood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1970s
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional bespoke studio crafted mid-century Organic Modern two-piece bookcase, display cabinet, or bar cabinet
By Don Shoemaker for Señal S.A.
Mexico, Circa 1970s
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Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Rosewood, Cocobolo
Don Shoemaker for Senal S.A. Cocobolo Rosewood 'Swinger' Rocking Chair, Signed
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Named the 'Swinger Chair' for its pivoting mechanism that allows you to swing in your seat, this incredible cocobolo rosewood and black leather 'Swinger' rocking armchair by leading 1960s modernist designer Don Shoemaker for Senal S.A. (Mexico) is highly sought after by interior designers and avid collectors alike.
The thick black leather hides used for the sling are complemented with leather buttons connecting the sling to the frame of the chair. Matching black leather removable seat cushion has beautiful patina as can be seen in the photos. Artistically sculpted exotic cocobolo rosewood put together in an eye catching and interesting biomorphic form with shoemaker's signature rosewood insert accents for the feet and upper back of the chair. Exceptional craftsmanship utilizing innovative links and joints. Metal brackets connecting the seat to the frame allow the chair to gently rock - consider this as a nursing chair for the design-centric home. Senal S.A. label on lower bar of chair.
Mexican modern is a style that fits incredibly well with Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian or Danish Modern, Brazilian Modern, and Hollywood Regency. It is also a great addition for interior designers to turn an otherwise simple contemporary space and add a splash of wild and interesting.
Whether you are designing a Mid-Century Modern home, contemporary, post-modern or french neoclassical apartment, this Don Shoemaker Swinger...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$2,950 Sale Price
32% Off
Rosewood Marquetry Backgammon Set by Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modernist backgammon set by US-born, Mexico-based designer Don Shoemaker for his company Señal. This portable set includes the game board, which folds up into a carrying case, chec...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Game Boards
Materials
Rosewood, Hardwood
Don Shoemaker Sculpted Rosewood & Leather Coffee Table for Señal Furniture
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Leather, Rosewood, Cocobolo


