Clamshell Chair
Original Iron Shellback Clamshell Lawn & Patio Chairs Mid Century Modern 1940s
Located in Monrovia, CA
1940s Original Iron Clamshell Shellback Patio Lawn Chairs Mid Century Modern.
These Chairs Are In
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32.5 in W 25.5 in D 20.75 in
1940s Original Iron Clamshell Shellback Patio Lawn Chairs Mid Century Modern
Located in Monrovia, CA
1940s Original Metal Clamshell Shellback Patio Lawn Chairs Mid Century Modern.
These Chairs Are In
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32.5 in W 25.5 in D 20.75 in
Pair Italian Grotto Silver Parcel Gilt Wood Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
An iconic pair of 20th Century silver gold Italian giltwood grotto chairs with clamshell seat and
Category
20th Century Italian Baroque Chairs
Materials
Giltwood
Italian Mid-Century Silver Clam-Shell Grotto Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian carved wood grotto chair, in shell and dolphin motif, from the mid 20th century. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chairs
Materials
Wood
Chippendale Style Wingback Chairs, Pair
By Kindel Furniture, Dunbar Furniture, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
Unique Chippendale style pair of chairs with lovely small scale silhouettes, curved stretchers in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Materials
Damask, Walnut
Modernist White Wire Garden Chairs in the Manner of Mathieu Matégot, Pair
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Chicago, IL
Mathieu Mategot style white iron wire garden chairs that feature an amazing oval clamshell architectural
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
1970s Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
beautiful chairs feature a curve clamshell backrest that provides comfort and style. The chair's upholstery
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Danish Velour Wingback Lounge Chairs 1940s, Set of 2
Located in Asaa, DK
chairs in delicate green velvet upholstery. Very comfortable with a deep seat and wide curved clamshell
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Single Italian Mid-Century Slipper Chair - walnut feet and original upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single mid-century slipper chair with scallop edges forming a clamshell design. The chair is shown
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 30.5 in W 30 in D 30 in
Homecrest Clam Shell Casino Salterini Style Wrought Iron Swivel Chairs, a Pair
By Homecrest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Homecrest Clam Shell Casino Salterini style wrought iron swivel chairs - a Pair. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 29 in W 25 in D 21 in
Vintage Regency Palma Desk Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Regency desk chair. Made by the Palma group in NYC. A chic high Bach chair with
Category
Antique Early 17th Century American Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of 6 Teak and Bouclé Dining Chairs by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Jutex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
special include the clamshell backs, floating seats, Finn Juhl-esque captain's chairs with arms that wrap
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
Maurizio Tempestino for Salterini Pair Clamshell Lounge Chairs, ca 1950s
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Maurizio Tempestino for Salterini Pair Clamshell Lounge Chairs, ca 1950s
Overall dimensions are 22
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Swedish Stump Chair
Located in Lille, Hauts-de-France
Armchair in pine
This is a Swedish work called a stump chair.
With a clamshell seat
circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Armchairs
Materials
Pine
Mid Century Modern Custom Painted Outdoor Chair with Cantilever Base
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern outdoor chair features solid metal clamshell seat, cantilever base and a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Arm Chair in Wickered Artistry Rattan - Possible Italian Originated - XX Century
Located in Lisboa, PT
Rattan Straw Weaved Wickered Arm Chair with clamshell details carved on fine wood accents.
With
Category
Late 20th Century Portuguese Armchairs
Materials
Straw
H 43.71 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Pair Homecrest Casino, Tempestini Style, Black Mesh "Orange Slice" Lounge Chairs
By Homecrest, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Homecrest "Casino" Line Black Clamshell Lounge Chairs, 1960's. In the style of Maurizio
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
H 30 in W 24 in D 22 in
Vintage Leather "Clam Shell" Armchair by Seymour J. Wiener for Kodawood
By Seymour J. Wiener, Kodawood
Located in North Hollywood, CA
throughout the chair. The chair's frame supports a back and seat in the shape of a clamshell which seems as
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Marco Zanuso Large Architectural X-Leg Dining Table in Walnut, Italy 1974
By Marco Zanuso
Located in New York, NY
functional ease within a snappy sculptural form: an acrylic clamshell cube that was a portable radio for
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
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Add a daringly stylish essence to your dining room design with these Grotto style shell back dining chairs. Consist of two armchairs and six side chairs. These were handcrafted by hi...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
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Located in East Hampton, NY
Unique pair of Venetian style grotto chairs with seahorse carved back and scallop seats in a silvered wood.... the legs are carved in the shape of shells.
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Mid-20th Century Side Chairs
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Pair of Italian Crab-Form Grotto Chairs, Attributed to Pauly et Cie, Venice
By Pauly et Cie
Located in London, GB
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Located in Banbury, GB
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2010s English Chairs
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Located in East Hampton, NY
Unique and rare pair of Venetian style grotto chairs with tripod bases and carved silvered sea serpents twisting up the neck of the table. The tops are carved scallop shells.
Category
Mid-20th Century Pedestals
Materials
Wood
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Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clamshell Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Redding, CT
These Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini clamshell chairs are iconic in design. One is a cantilever
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
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Located in New York, NY
Lyrical chair of small size recently reupholstered in a beautiful mohair.
Category
Early 20th Century American Slipper Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini "Clamshell" Chairs, Pair
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of outdoor clam shell lounge chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini and manufactured Salterini
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini Clamshell Chairs for Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Pasadena, TX
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Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Red Leather Clamshell Chairs in the Style of Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair 1980s postmodern leather clamshell lounge chairs in the style of Vladimir Kagan. Full grain
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Vintage 1980s Modern Swivel Chairs
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Pair of 1980s Clamshell Swivel Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of 1980s clamshell style swivel chairs with vintage chenille cheetah upholstery. Comfortable
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Grotto Clamshell Side Chair by Mola
By Mola
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This styish grotto, clamshell side chair will make a statement with its form and give your garden
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
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Clamshell Grotto Side Chair by Mola
By Mola
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish grotto, clamshell side chair will make a statement with its form and give your garden
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
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Clamshell Grotto Side Chair by Mola
By Mola
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This styish grotto, clamshell side chair will make a statement with its form and give your garden
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Boho Hand Carved Clamshell Side Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Stunning pair of vintage Boho side chairs. Beautiful classic shape with hand carved clam shell
Category
Early 20th Century French Side Chairs
Materials
Shell, Upholstery
Maurizio Tempestini Salterini Clamshell Patio Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage modern designer patio chairs by Maurizio Tempestini. Iron clamshell style shape are
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Pair Mid Century Modern Iron Cantilever Patio Chairs by Tempestini for Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
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Pair of vintage modern designer patio chairs by Maurizio Tempestini. Iron clamshell style shape are
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs
H 26.5 in W 30 in D 17.5 in
Bunny Williams Westcott Wingback Chairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
Exceptional Westcott modern wingback chairs designed by Bunny Williams made in the U.S. and custom
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21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Wingback Chairs
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George Mulhauser for Plycraft Lounge Chair
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Stunning clamshell lounge chair and footstool by George Mullhause for Plycraft featuring buttoned
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut Bentwood Scoop Chair in Bright Yellow
By Kodawood
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Incredibly rare and amazing walnut ply bentwood chair by Kodawood with new bright yellow upholstery
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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1970s Milo Baughman Scalloped Chrome Swivel Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
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Vintage 1970s North American Art Deco Swivel Chairs
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Chrome
Vintage 1970s Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin pink swivel lounge chairs- 2 available
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Hastings, GB
Clamshell lounge chairs designed By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s. We have a pair of
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 29.53 in D 33.86 in
Sofa Chair Set Maurizio Tempestini Salterini Clamshell Patio Garden Furniture
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful sofa and chair (being sold as a set of two pieces) designed by Maurizio Tempestini for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
H 28.5 in W 41.5 in D 21 in
Tempestini for Salterini Clamshell Base
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
sturdy and stable.
Check ut the matching side chairs from this set we've listed as well, if you need a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Tempestini for Salterini Clamshell Loveseat and Two Chairs Outdoor Patio Set
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
"Clamshell" or "Orange Slice" loveseat and two chair outdoor garden set in
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
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By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
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By John Salterini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
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Wrought Iron
Art Deco Cantilevered Steel Clam Shell Patio Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco steel metal clamshell back green patio bouncer lounge chair featuring a distressed green
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By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Buffalo, NY
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
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Located in Rochester, NY
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
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Located in New York, NY
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Set of Six Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clamshell Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Set of Six Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clamshell chairs.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Set of Four John Salterini Mid-Century Modern Clamshell Chairs
By John Salterini
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set of four John Salterini Mid-Century Modern Clamshell chairs.
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Tempestini for Salterini Clamshell Chair
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
in original yellow paint finish which shows wear normal and consistent and age. "Clamshell" or
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Patio Lounge Clamshell Chairs by Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matching pair of 3-legged slice or clamshell shells designed by Maurizio Tempestini for John
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Tempestini for Salterini Clamshell Lounge Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Clamshell chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini. Both chairs show
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
1950s Mid-Century Modern Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour J. Wiener for Kodawood
By Seymour James Wiener, Kodawood
Located in Dallas, TX
probably best known for its 'clamshell' chairs so described for their seat and backs which are positioned
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 31 in W 21.75 in D 23 in
Pair of Salterini Clamshell Lounge Chairs
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Materials
Metal, Steel
Vintage Kodawood Lounge Chair by Seymour James Weiner
By Seymour James Wiener, Kodawood
Located in Chicago, IL
The most desirable form of the kodawood chairs. Clamshell back. Danish modern, Kofod Larsen Adrian
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
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Baker Furniture Floral Tufted Wingback Chair on Brass Casters
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
An exceptional cottage chic Baker Furniture Company wingback lounge chair. Features include
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20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini Outdoor Patio Iron Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine outdoor patio "Clamshell" or "Orange Slice" chair set designed by Maurizio Tempestini and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 27 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
Set of Six Neoclassical Style Grotto Clamshell Garden Chairs
By Tropitone
Located in Rio Vista, CA
feature an iconic neoclassical grotto clamshell motif with a scallop back. This style of chairs was
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20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
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Aluminum
Pair of Cantilever Bouncer Radar Lounge Chairs Tempestini Salterini Clamshell
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
I love these Salterini clamshell style chairs designed by Maurizio Tempestini and this greenish
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 32 in W 30 in D 27 in
CLEARANCE Kodawood Mid-Century Modern Swivel Armchair Orange Club Lounge 1960s
By Kodawood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
CLEARANCE This unique sculptural modern side chair features the Mid-Century Modern design of
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Mid-20th Century American Swivel Chairs
Materials
Textile, Plywood
H 28 in W 28 in D 28 in
Clamshell Patio Set in Style of Salterini
By Salterini
Located in Dallas, TX
Five piece clamshell patio set in the style of Salterini. Original and vintage, circa 1970s. Five
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Vintage 1970s Patio and Garden Furniture
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Steel
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Four-Piece Clamshell Patio Set
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clamshell patio set. Woven mesh metal has been professionally
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel
Salterini End Table Designed by Tempestini
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
"Clamshell" line. This example is in original paint finish, which shows wear normal and consistent with age
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Canary Clamshell Chairs
By France & Søn
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fun pair of Mid-Century Mod Pop club chairs upholstered in vibrant canary leatherette supported by
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Steel
Salterini Wicker Clamshell Chairs, Pair, with Steel Frame for Home, Patio, Porch
By John Salterini
Located in Madison, WI
Salterini clamshell chairs in natural wicker with black-painted steel frame. A Classic pair. Very
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel
H 31 in W 28 in L 31 in
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Hoop Lounge Chair
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The radar chair or clamshell chair by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. Minimalist design
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Iron Hoop Chairs by Maurizio Tempestino for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Referred to as the "Radar Hoop" or "Clamshell" chairs, this great design was one of the most iconic
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Venetian Giltwood Grotto Clamshell Form Chair, circa 1880
Located in Redding, CA
The clamshell form chair in a rare to find giltwood in very good condition with a
restored split
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Chairs
Materials
Giltwood
Orange Clamshell Club Chair from Sweden, 1930s
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a fantastic one of a kind clamshell club chair in its original, beautifully worn orange
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
Four Salterini Clamshell Lounge Chairs Designed by Maurizio Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Maurizio Tempestini
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Welded
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Pair of 1920's French Clamshell Leather Club Chairs
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This 1920's Pair of French 'Clamshell' Leather Club Chairs are lovely and unusual in terms of the
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1970s Vintage Bentwood Chairs Reupholstered in Gray Bouclé, a Pair
By Peter Danko
Located in Phoenix, AZ
1970s Vintage Bentwood Chairs Reupholstered in Gray Bouclé, a Pair
A sculpturally stunning pair of
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Set of Four Salterini Folding Clamshell Garden Chairs
By John Salterini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Four Salterini patio chairs. Hoop back with square seat. Wire mesh and painted tubular steel
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Clamshell Back, Walnut Armchairs, Denmark, Set of 2 Chairs
By Jens Risom, Arne Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great lines, rich color, comfort and unique design merges in these stylish Danish dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
Maurizio Tempestini "Clamshell" Outdoor Lounge Chair and Loveseat with Low Table
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Denver, CO
original spruce green and has 'original style' nylon replacement glides.
Chair: 27" H. x 22.5" W. x 25
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 28 in W 42 in D 25 in
Crazy-Rococo Carnival Carousel Seat
Located in Seattle, WA
, foliate and clamshell forms cover this wildly decorative seating piece.
Category
20th Century American Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood, Resin
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini Orange Slice Patio Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini orange slice / clamshell patio chair pair. Mesh + wrought iron
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini Clamshell Chairs for Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Raleigh, NC
designed by the architect/designer/professor from Florence, Mauritus Tempestini.
These chairs retain their
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Hoop Lounge Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The radar chair or clamshell chair by Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini. Minimalist design
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini "Clamshell" Garden Set
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Chicago, IL
Maurizio tempestini for salterini "Clamshell" garden set. The set includes two side chairs and a
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
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Clamshell Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the clamshell chair you’re looking for. Each clamshell chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and wrought iron. There are many kinds of the clamshell chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each clamshell chair bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made clamshell chair over the years, but those crafted by John Salterini and Maurizio Tempestini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Clamshell Chair?
A clamshell chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,200, while the lowest priced sells for $575 and the highest can go for as much as $4,800.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
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