Don S. Shoemaker Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Elevate your home office or work space with this gorgeous midcentury office set. Crafted with natural solid wood, the simple lines of this amazi...

Victorian style Hooker Furniture archivist desk. Made out of solid wood that looks like mahogany. The top has three inserts in burgundy leather with brass trim. The desk has 5 drawer...

Simple yet ornate, this traditional cedar hope chest has all the features that made Virginia’s Lane Furniture one of the biggest names in 20th century American woodworking. Built in ...

Add a touch of vintage charm and natural elegance to your space with the All Cedar Lane Vintage Chest. Crafted from beautiful cedar wood, this chest combines classic design with func...

A very rare chest that was completely made of solid oak from the Netherlands middle ages. It is a joined chest with hand carved geometric gothic front panels. The ornaments used are typical Gothic ornaments such as trefoil, mouchette, and trace. This diminutive chest was probably made in the 15th century Netherlands. It has the typical construction of very early European furniture as is also seen on the German Stollentruhe. The chest has only a small lid with forged hinges...

20th Spanish trunk with raised wooden panels and original iron hardware A Spanish carved wood blanket chest from the 20th century. This an...

Add a touch of classic sophistication to your home with the Mid-Century Modern Tufted Cedar and Walnut Chest by Lane. Expertly crafted with a rich walnut frame and a beautifully tuft...

Discover the perfect blend of beauty and functionality with this exquisite cedar chest by Cavalier. Crafted with premium cedar wood, this chest not only offers ample storage space fo...

Jens Risom: wood desk, manufactured by Risom Design. 1960s. This nicely shaped Jens Risom desk has a well sized desktop, two drawer units with drawers and a pull-out leaf with glass top on each side. An internal lock allows you to lock the drawers with a key. The black steel drawer handles are mounted onto chrome rings and have a minimal design. The desk has cylindrical legs and refined adjustable feet. The back legs are a bit detached from the drawers which give the desk an open look to what otherwise would have been a quite solid / closed desk. The wood of the desk has a wonderful grain, that has come out beautifully over the years. It was manufactured by Risom Designi in the 1960s. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor marks and scratches. One key is enclosed. Some drawers don’t come out totally fluid. Manufactured by Risom Design. Dimensions: 66.93 in. W x 35.44 in. D x 28.75 in. H 170 cm W x 90 cm D x 73 cm H Shipping: This solid wood desk...

An architectural marvel in living form, this Cocobolo rosewood dining table by Don S. Shoemaker for Señal, Mexico, commands attention as both functional object and sculptural statement. The table’s resolutely modern silhouette—its geometric facets crafted from staved Cocobolo slats—reveals a painterly interplay of deep chocolate tones and fiery grain, each plane aligned to celebrate the wood’s inherent drama. The hexagonal—or subtly offset—top appears as if carved from a single, shifting block, perched atop a dynamic pedestal that seems to defy gravity with its angular geometry and counterbalance. Lovingly restored by in-house artisans, the surface bears a seamless patchwork of rosewood that evokes the finest parquetry, each segment chosen for contrast and continuity. Its pedestal—masterfully hollowed to allow surprising lightness—locks effortlessly into place with an ingenious rail-and-notch system, free of bolts or screws, ensuring both stability and ease of placement. This piece exudes the charisma of mid-century Mexican modernism, where brutalist intensity meets refined craftsmanship. Measuring approximately 96 inches in width by 53½ inches in depth and standing 30¼ inches high, it offers an expansive platform without overpowering space—a stage for grand conversation or quiet majesty. Don S. Shoemaker, born in Nebraska and educated at the Art Institute of Chicago, found his true creative voice only upon settling in Mexico after his honeymoon. There, amid the luminous landscapes of Michoacán, he founded Señal S.A., turning tropical hardwoods into modernist treasures. His Diamond Line and “Z”-shaped forms, constructed in cocobolo and other precious woods, remain a rare and influential chapter in 20th-century design. Wanna be a bond villain in real life? Well here's your chance. Certain pieces just command respect and deserve appreciation for their flawless design. "WTF?" is typically the first thing uttered when people see this on our showroom floor. A literal jaw-droppper, regardless of whether installing as a dining table, desk or conference table. Lovingly restored by our in-house cabinet shop, this cocobolo wood table by Don S. Shoemaker is a rare find. Geometry and brutalism intertwine to form an architectural masterpiece of function and form. Staved slats of offset cocobolo form a brilliant patchwork that covers every visible inch of both the top and bottom sections. The grain and color tones vary in each slat to create a stunning visual contrast throughout. The pedestal and top separate easily without any screws or bolts. The table top has a grid-work of rails underneath that sink into corresponding notches on the base. The base is brilliantly assembled with a hollow interior to keep the weight to a minimum. This massive construction is surprisingly totable, without compromising rigidity or stability. Although we're uncertain on the production quantity, the total number is probably quite minuscule. Tagged with its original label and numbered #6 in several locations. About the designer: Furniture designer Don Shoemaker was born in Nebraska to an affluent family. During the 1930s, he studied at the Art Institute of Chicago. In the late 1940s, he married and subsequently, on his honeymoon, fell in love with Mexico. He loved the country so much that later in the 1940s, he moved to Mexico with his wife. Shoemaker lived and painted in a town called Santa Maria de Guido, overseeing the City of Morelia in Michoacán. Don and his wife Barbara lived in harmony with nature, growing many rare plants in their greenhouse. Don became inspired by the tropical woods of Mexico and began to manufacture furniture from these precious timbers. What began as a small factory in the late 1950s became known as Señal S.A and grew to where Don employed more than a hundred skilled artisans. Soon he became an important figure in the economic and cultural life of his adopted town. Señal S.A brought new wealth and an economic boost to the town, and Dom was known for his warm and charitable heart. The furniture designed for Señal S.A by Don were modern interpretations of traditional Mexican furnishings. Many of his iconic designs were inspired by traditional Mexican woodwork. The pieces made from Cocobolo, a Mexican rosewood, and other precious woods were highly sought after. The furniture was exported to showrooms in Chicago, Los Angeles, Houston, and large Mexican cities. His designs were liked very much by wealthy Mexican families...

Scandinavian solid wood desk from the 60s in the style of Arne vodder's work. Beautiful woodwork, sober and elegant design typical of Scandinavian furniture of the period. Very fine ...

This "Sweetheart" chest from Lane Furniture was designed by Warren C. Church for their 'Perception' collection. Featuring their signature woven-wood panels and rich walnut grain thro...