1960s Mexican Vintage Lounge Chair by Don Shoemaker
Located in Victoria, BC
A sculptural icon of 1960s Mexican modernism, this lounge chair by Don Shoemaker for Señal S.A. showcases the designer’s signature organic lines and masterful craftsmanship. Carved f...
Cocobolo
Antique Mexican Folding Armchair Made in Solid Cocobolo Wood
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this antique Mexican folding armchair made in solid Cocobolo wood.
Cocobolo
Don Shoemaker Sling Chair
Located in Carmel, NY
The iconic beautiful Don Shoemaker sling chair. Made for Señal S.A. Made from solid Cocobolo Wood with original brown leather. Made in the 19...
Leather, Cocobolo
Mid-Century Don Shoemaker Sloucher Sling Lounge Chair For Senal S.A.
Located in Fort Collins, CO
Rare and incredibly iconic “Sloucher” sling chair by furniture Don Shoemaker for Senal S.A. This chair was originally part of a pair that were in a house fire. This piece has been c...
Leather, Cocobolo
$2,000
H 36.23 in W 18.51 in D 22.84 in
Rare Chair Hand Painted by Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare an amazing chair hand painted designed by Don Shoemaker, circa 1960, includes
Wood, Pine
$750
H 15.25 in W 13.25 in D 1.75 in
Modernist Don Shoemaker "El Rostro" Signed Color Etching Limited Edition of 22
By Don S. Shoemaker, Diego Rivera
Located in San Diego, CA
Very hard to come by color etching by famous Mexican furniture designer Don Shoemaker, dating from 1950. Hand signed, numbered and titled on...
$3,750 / set
H 32.49 in W 24.02 in D 15.36 in
Set of two Spanish Chairs and a Medieval Stool by Don Shoemaker
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
What truly distinguishes this set are two extraordinary qualities: its untouched continuity and its remarkable rarity. First, this is the original three-piece ensemble, preserved ex...
Pine
Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Mango Wood
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural chair resembling an egg with a perfectly shaped seat and back rest, providing both comfort and elegance. Its neutral pigment and subtle wood texture makes it...
Wood, Fruitwood
Don Shoemaker Sling Chair
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
Leather, Cocobolo
Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Mango Wood Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural chair resembling an egg with a perfectly shaped seat and back rest, providing both comfort and elegance. Its neutral pigment and subtle wood texture makes it...
Wood, Fruitwood
$2,850Sale Price|35% Off
H 33 in W 30.5 in D 30 in
Don Shoemaker for Senal S.A. Cocobolo Rosewood 'Swinger' Rocking Chair, Signed
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...
Leather, Rosewood
$1,750
H 31.5 in Dm 25 in
Handwoven Tule (Seagrass) Natural Fiber Lounge Chair by Luteca, Made in Mexico
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From a craft object to relevant design, these special pieces handmade pieces from Mexico, were created to add warmth and texture to your interior. Intended for indoor use, they are a...
Seagrass
Vintage 1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Vintage 1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair. Used, Some Wear and Tear on the Fabric from Use and some discoloration on the metal, See Photos for details. Dimensions: 30 1/4...
Metal
Don S. Shoemaker Sling Folding Armchair, 1960s Mexico
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Original design by Don S. Shoemaker, made in Santa María de Guido, Michoacán, Méx. This armchair is being offered without the leather, but it was professionally restored to bring out...
Wood
$5,143
H 32.68 in W 30.71 in D 28.75 in
Mexican Modern, Don S Shoemaker, Sling Swinger chair with footstool, 1960's
Located in Uccle, BE
Iconic Don S. Shoemaker Sling Swinger chair with footrest. Made from cocobolo (Mexican rosewood) and black leather in the 1960s. The biomorphic lines of the exotic rosewood create an...
Leather, Cocobolo
$5,200 / set
H 33 in W 27.5 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by John Widdicomb, Circa 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish pair of midcentury Widdicomb lounge chairs. Spacious seating area with large semi-firm cushioning. Handsome angular wooden frames. A great addition to any modern interior's s...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Dutch Art Deco oak framed lounge chairs with cocobolo accents. This set has been lightly refinished, yet maintains signs of use. The seating h...
Velvet, Oak, Cocobolo
Don Shoemaker Sling Chair
Located in Carmel, NY
The iconic beautiful Don Shoemaker Sling chair. Made for Señal S.A. Made from solid Cocobolo Wood with original brown leather. Made in the 19...
Leather, Cocobolo
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H 29.53 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Antique Mexican Hacienda Armchairs Made in Solid Cocobolo Wood
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this pair of antique Mexican Hacienda armchairs made in solid Cocobolo wood and leather cords.
Cocobolo, Leather
Rare Mexican Modern Chair by Don Shoemaker
Located in Round Rock, TX
Incredibly uncommon chair designed by Don Shoemaker. This beauty was designed in 1960 and referred as silla “Tubo”. Made from cocobolo, leather and tubu...
Steel
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H 32.29 in W 30.32 in D 28.35 in
Don Shoemaker for Senal S.A. Cocobolo Swinger Chair and Ottoman, Original Label
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960, We offer this 'Swinger Chair' named for its pivoting mechanism that allows you to swing in your seat, this incredible Cocobolo Rosewood and black leather 'Swinger' chair ...
Cocobolo
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H 32 in W 31 in D 31 in
Vintage 1960s Leather and Cocobolo Sling 'Swinger' Chairs by Don Shoemaker
Located in San Antonio, TX
These vintage sling chairs by Don Shoemaker are in overall good condition. Distressed original leather. Cocobolo frame. Swinging sling chair. A few...
Leather, Cocobolo
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H 27 in W 24 in L 27 in
Don S. Shoemaker "Sloucher" Rosewood & Leather Sling Chairs for Señal Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of sling chairs designed by Don S. Shoemaker for Señal Furniture in Mexico circa 1960’s. The “Sloucher” design features an exotic cocobolo rosewood frame that has been refinis...
Leather, Rosewood, Cocobolo
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