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Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

American, 1919-1990

If it weren’t for his honeymoon, American furniture designer Don S. Shoemaker might not have played any role in Mexican modernism of the mid-20th century.

Born in Nebraska in 1919, Shoemaker studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago during the 1930s. In the 1940s he got married, and he and his wife, Barbara, ventured to Mexico for their honeymoon. Enamored with the country, Shoemaker decided that Mexico should become the newlyweds' permanent home. They settled in a town called Santa Maria de Guido in Michoacán, where Shoemaker spent his days painting and growing rare plants.

Through horticulture, Shoemaker became inspired by Mexico’s tropical woods, such as cocobolo, a Mexican rosewood, and he decided to delve into furniture design. In the late 1950s, he started a small factory, producing hand-carved desks, armchairs, dining room tables, decorative boxes and bowls, and serveware. The popularity of Shoemaker’s furnishings grew throughout Mexico, and his small factory became the Señal S.A. company, employing more than 100 skilled artisans and carpenters.

Shoemaker’s handcrafted designs were essentially a mid-century modern interpretation of traditional Mexican household furnishings, and like Clara Porset — an unsung Cuban-born activist, writer and designer who drew on Mexican craft traditions in her concepts for furniture — he found inspiration in his adopted country. These influences can be seen in iconic Shoemaker originals like the Sling collection of seating, the Suspension stool and several of his table designs.

Shoemaker's furniture was exhibited in showrooms in several major Mexican cities and across the U.S., including Houston, Chicago, and Los Angeles. (And mid-century modernist ideas that traveled between Mexico and California didn’t make one-way trips — they bounced back and forth.)

After Shoemaker died in 1990, his son George took over Señal S.A. The company closed after George’s death in the early 2000s.

Shoemaker’s Mexican modern furnishings continue to be coveted by avid furniture collectors around the world. From 2016 to 2017, the Museum of Modern Art in Mexico City dedicated a retrospective exhibition to honoring his work.

On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage Don S. Shoemaker desks, seating, decorative objects and serveware.

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Creator: Don S. Shoemaker
Don Shoemaker Midcentury Organic Jacaranda Wood Jewelry Box
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Queens, NY
Midcentury Rustic organic form jacaranda wood jewelry box with a bark exterior, and single drawer with wooden pull. (DON SHOEMAKER).
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Don Shoemaker Midcentury Organic Jacaranda Wood Jewelry Box
Don Shoemaker Midcentury Organic Jacaranda Wood Jewelry Box

Don Shoemaker Midcentury Organic Jacaranda Wood Jewelry Box

$2,800
1960s Don Shoemaker Hand-Carved Cocobolo Wood Bookends a Pair
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1960s Don Shoemaker Hand-Carved Cocobolo Wood Bookends – Pair Mid Century Modern Mexican Design, Señal S.A. Rare and exquisite pair of hand-carved cocobolo wood bookends by renowned...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Organic Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood, Cocobolo

1960s Don Shoemaker Hand-Carved Cocobolo Wood Bookends a Pair
1960s Don Shoemaker Hand-Carved Cocobolo Wood Bookends a Pair

1960s Don Shoemaker Hand-Carved Cocobolo Wood Bookends a Pair

$1,600 / set
Mexican Modern, Rectangular coffee table, 1960 s Don S. Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Uccle, BE
Label: Señal S.A.Hecho en Mexico. Cocobolo wood and black leather mid-century modern coffee table from the sixties. The leather has a beautiful sensual feel and is in excellent cond...
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20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Leather, Cocobolo

Mexican Modern, Rectangular coffee table, 1960 s Don S. Shoemaker
Mexican Modern, Rectangular coffee table, 1960 s Don S. Shoemaker

Mexican Modern, Rectangular coffee table, 1960 s Don S. Shoemaker

$4,794
Don Shoemaker "Sling Swinger" Chair in Bocote Black Leather, Mexico C. 1970
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Don Shoemaker for Señal S.A. Bocote Black Leather Lounge Chair. Featuring handcrafted braced and smooth Mexican Bocote Wood, peg construction, comfortable ergonomic Sling, newl...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Don Shoemaker "Sling Swinger" Chair in Bocote Black Leather, Mexico C. 1970
Don Shoemaker "Sling Swinger" Chair in Bocote Black Leather, Mexico C. 1970

Don Shoemaker "Sling Swinger" Chair in Bocote Black Leather, Mexico C. 1970

$2,500
1970s Don Shoemaker for Señal Service Tray Exotic Wood
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a service tray by Don Shoemaker produced by Señal in Mexico 1970s rich medley of exotic woods. Cut out handle design for easy carry. Discreet mounting hardwar...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood, Cocobolo

1970s Don Shoemaker for Señal Service Tray Exotic Wood
1970s Don Shoemaker for Señal Service Tray Exotic Wood

1970s Don Shoemaker for Señal Service Tray Exotic Wood

$780 Sale Price
35% Off
Don Shoemaker - Senal Exotic Mixed Hardwoods Rosewood Trinket Box Made in Mexico
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by eccentric woodworker and designer Don Shoemaker, this trinket box was made by Senal in Mexico. It employs a cacophany of exotic woods, including cocobolo, jacaranda, and ...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Jacaranda, Mahogany, Rosewood, Cocobolo

Don Shoemaker - Senal Exotic Mixed Hardwoods Rosewood Trinket Box Made in Mexico
Don Shoemaker - Senal Exotic Mixed Hardwoods Rosewood Trinket Box Made in Mexico

Don Shoemaker - Senal Exotic Mixed Hardwoods Rosewood Trinket Box Made in Mexico

$440
Pair of MCM Cocobolo Wood Minimalist Salt Pepper Shakers by Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
A goegeous pair of MCM cocobolo wood minimalist interlocking salt & pepper hakers by Don Shoemaker, circa 1970s. The pair were made in Mexico and are in very good vintage condition m...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Cocobolo

Pair of MCM Cocobolo Wood Minimalist Salt Pepper Shakers by Don Shoemaker
Pair of MCM Cocobolo Wood Minimalist Salt Pepper Shakers by Don Shoemaker

Pair of MCM Cocobolo Wood Minimalist Salt Pepper Shakers by Don Shoemaker

$220 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Restored Mid-Century Don Shoemaker "Sloucher" Sling Chair For Senal S.A.
By Don S. Shoemaker
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...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Leather, Cocobolo

Restored Mid-Century Don Shoemaker "Sloucher" Sling Chair For Senal S.A.
Restored Mid-Century Don Shoemaker "Sloucher" Sling Chair For Senal S.A.

Restored Mid-Century Don Shoemaker "Sloucher" Sling Chair For Senal S.A.

$4,295
Mid-Century Modern Don Shoemaker Service Tray Tapered Exotic Wood
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a service tray By Designer Don Shoemaker produced by Senal in Mexico 1970s. Marvelous mid-century service tray medley of exotic woods. Cut out handle for easy...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Rosewood, Cocobolo

Mid-Century Modern Don Shoemaker Service Tray Tapered Exotic Wood
Mid-Century Modern Don Shoemaker Service Tray Tapered Exotic Wood

Mid-Century Modern Don Shoemaker Service Tray Tapered Exotic Wood

$1,000
Mid Century Rosewood “Elephant” Salt Pepper Shakers
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
Wear consistent with age and use. As a vintage item, light cosmetic wear might be present but with no structural damage. Wear consistent with age and use.
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Rosewood

Mid Century Rosewood “Elephant” Salt Pepper Shakers
Mid Century Rosewood “Elephant” Salt Pepper Shakers

Mid Century Rosewood “Elephant” Salt Pepper Shakers

$220 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Don Shoemaker for Señal Exotic Wood Serving Tray
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a mid-century modern designed by Don Shoemaker and produced by Señal Mexico circa the 1980s. Mid-century Service Tray medley of exotic woods. Cut out the hand...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Don Shoemaker for Señal Exotic Wood Serving Tray
Mid-Century Modern Don Shoemaker for Señal Exotic Wood Serving Tray

Mid-Century Modern Don Shoemaker for Señal Exotic Wood Serving Tray

$800 / item
Rare Cocobolo Don Shoemaker Fountain, Organic Mexican Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional one of a kind organic midcentury Mexican modernist fountain designed by Don Shoemaker. Don Shoemaker fountain is made of Cocobolo woo...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Cocobolo

Rare Cocobolo Don Shoemaker Fountain, Organic Mexican Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
Rare Cocobolo Don Shoemaker Fountain, Organic Mexican Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

Rare Cocobolo Don Shoemaker Fountain, Organic Mexican Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Mexican Modern Wood Tray By Don S. Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Houston, TX
Mexican Modern Wood Tray By Don S. Shoemaker. Offered is a beautiful Mexican modern tray with handles by Don Shoemaker. Made for Señal S.A. from Cocobolo Wood which is a Mexican rose...
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1960s Mexican Organic Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Mexican Modern Wood Tray By Don S. Shoemaker
Mexican Modern Wood Tray By Don S. Shoemaker

Mexican Modern Wood Tray By Don S. Shoemaker

$556 Sale Price
20% Off
Modernist Don Shoemaker "El Padre" 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...
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Mid-20th Century Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

Modernist Don Shoemaker "El Padre" Signed Color Etching Limited Edition of 22
Modernist Don Shoemaker "El Padre" Signed Color Etching Limited Edition of 22

Modernist Don Shoemaker "El Padre" Signed Color Etching Limited Edition of 22

$750
Chest F15 by Don Shoemaker
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Born in Nebraska, Don S. Shoemaker studied painting at The Fine Arts Institution of Chicago. In the late 1940s, he moved to Mexico with his family and settled in Santa Maria de Gui...
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1960s Mexican Spanish Colonial Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Chest F15 by Don Shoemaker
Chest F15 by Don Shoemaker

Chest F15 by Don Shoemaker

$1,500
Don Shoemaker Mexican Modern Cutting Board and Salt and Pepper Shakers
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
Cutting board or serving tray and mixed exotic woods salt and pepper shakers by Mexican Modernist Don Shoemaker. Retains original label from his w...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Don Shoemaker Mexican Modern Cutting Board and Salt and Pepper Shakers
Don Shoemaker Mexican Modern Cutting Board and Salt and Pepper Shakers

Don Shoemaker Mexican Modern Cutting Board and Salt and Pepper Shakers

$208 Sale Price
20% Off
Don Shoemaker Folding Arm Chair, Mexico c.1960
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Two chairs available-price per chair. Please message. Original folding arm chair designed by Don Shoemaker for Senal SA. Can be used as dining chair or accent chair. The cha...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Rosewood, Teak

Don Shoemaker Folding Arm Chair, Mexico c.1960
Don Shoemaker Folding Arm Chair, Mexico c.1960

Don Shoemaker Folding Arm Chair, Mexico c.1960

$3,395 Sale Price
32% Off
Chair by Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Carved chair with original leather insert by Don Shoemaker. Chair measures 19.5" wide, 20.5" deep and 27" high. Seat height is 12". Chair has been professionally refinished.
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood, Leather

Chair by Don Shoemaker
Chair by Don Shoemaker

Chair by Don Shoemaker

$2,200
1970s Don Shoemaker Service Tray Exotic Wood Señal Mexico
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Designed by Don Shoemaker produced by Señal Mexico Midcentury single Service Tray wall decor in exotic woods Cut out handle for easy carry. 21.75 long 8.25 w x 1.75 h More tray...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

1970s Don Shoemaker Service Tray Exotic Wood Señal Mexico
1970s Don Shoemaker Service Tray Exotic Wood Señal Mexico

1970s Don Shoemaker Service Tray Exotic Wood Señal Mexico

$1,000 / item
Vintage Don Shoemaker Rosewood Swinger Chair Signed Senal, Mexico
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Chicago, IL
A great vintage example. Not a reproduction. Beautiful grain. Signed on cross stretcher. Are pictures available upon request.
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Vintage Don Shoemaker Rosewood Swinger Chair Signed Senal, Mexico
Vintage Don Shoemaker Rosewood Swinger Chair Signed Senal, Mexico

Vintage Don Shoemaker Rosewood Swinger Chair Signed Senal, Mexico

$4,500
1970s Don Shoemaker for Señal Carved Root Wood Box Mexico
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a free form lidded box designer Don Shoemaker Mexico. Retains original label Señal. Mexico circa the 1970s. Cocobolo root wood. Dimensions: 6.5" H x 4" D x 10...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Cocobolo, Wood

1970s Don Shoemaker for Señal Carved Root Wood Box Mexico
1970s Don Shoemaker for Señal Carved Root Wood Box Mexico

1970s Don Shoemaker for Señal Carved Root Wood Box Mexico

$350
Rare Corner Table by Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare an amazing corner table designed by Don Shoemaker, circa 1960, this piece is very rare and hard to find, a perfect piece for the Don Shoemaker collectors, includes...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Rare Corner Table by Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker
Rare Corner Table by Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker

Rare Corner Table by Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker

$5,000
Don Shoemaker Sling Swinger Chair
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Long Island City, NY
A leader of Mexico Modernism, Don Shoemaker created the “Sling” chair in the 1950s and designed variations through the 1960s, including the “Swinger” armchair you see here. Our versi...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

Materials

Cocobolo, Granadillo, Leather

Don Shoemaker Sling Swinger Chair
Don Shoemaker Sling Swinger Chair

Don Shoemaker Sling Swinger Chair

$3,200
Mexican Modern Don Shoemaker Wood Trays
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of four serving trays or plates by Mexican Modernist Don Shoemaker, from his workshop in Señal Mexico. Designer Don Shoemaker ( was born in Nebraska and studied at the Art Inst...
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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Mexican Modern Don Shoemaker Wood Trays
Mexican Modern Don Shoemaker Wood Trays

Mexican Modern Don Shoemaker Wood Trays

$240 Sale Price
20% Off
Sculptural Cocobolo Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern leather sling lounge chair and ottoman designed by Don Shoemaker in cocobolo rosewood manufactured by Senal S.A., ...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Leather, Rosewood

Sculptural Cocobolo Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Don Shoemaker
Sculptural Cocobolo Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Don Shoemaker

Sculptural Cocobolo Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Don Shoemaker

$3,975 Sale Price
29% Off
Mexican Modern Bookends by Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this Hand carved bookends made in Cocobolo by Mexican Modernist Don Shoemaker. Include original labels from his workshop in Señal Mexico.
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Mexican Modern Bookends by Don Shoemaker
Mexican Modern Bookends by Don Shoemaker

Mexican Modern Bookends by Don Shoemaker

$500 / set
Don Shoemaker Chevron Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosewood serving tray by Don Shoemaker for his company Señal in the 1960s. The surface of the tray has a repeating chevron marquetry pattern in a gradient of local Mexican hardwoods....
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Rosewood, Hardwood

Don Shoemaker Chevron Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal
Don Shoemaker Chevron Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal

Don Shoemaker Chevron Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal

$1,800
Don Shoemaker Bookends for Señal
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Born in Nebraska, Don S. Shoemaker studied painting at The Fine Arts Institution of Chicago. In the late 1940s, he moved to Mexico with his family and settled in Santa Maria de Guido...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Hardwood

Don Shoemaker Bookends for Señal
Don Shoemaker Bookends for Señal

Don Shoemaker Bookends for Señal

$280 Sale Price
20% Off
Don Shoemaker Parquetry Work Box for Senal SA, Mexico, Label
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great parquetry box, designed for Don Shoemaker, label, Senal SA.
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1960s Mexican Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Don Shoemaker Parquetry Work Box for Senal SA, Mexico, Label
Don Shoemaker Parquetry Work Box for Senal SA, Mexico, Label

Don Shoemaker Parquetry Work Box for Senal SA, Mexico, Label

$500
Rectangular Table Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Cristobal de Las Casas, Chiapas
Extraordinary table by Don Shoemaker made of cocobolo wood, a variety of Mexican rosewood. The surface of the round table is inlaid with marquetry in ...
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1960s Mexican Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Cocobolo

Rectangular Table Don Shoemaker
Rectangular Table Don Shoemaker

Rectangular Table Don Shoemaker

$9,900
Rosewood and Marble Table, Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Atlanta, GA
A square dining or game table by Don Shoemaker for Senal, Mexico, circa 1970. Solid Mexican rosewood Cocobolo frame with carved organic forms and join...
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1970s Mexican Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Marble

Rosewood and Marble Table, Don Shoemaker
Rosewood and Marble Table, Don Shoemaker

Rosewood and Marble Table, Don Shoemaker

$7,200 Sale Price
21% Off
Poltrona di Don Shoemaker per Señal, 1960
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Questa poltrona disegnata da Don Shoemaker per Señal negli anni ’60 è un autentico esempio di artigianato e design modernista messicano. Realizzata con materiali pregiati come il leg...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Poltrona di Don Shoemaker per Señal, 1960
Poltrona di Don Shoemaker per Señal, 1960

Poltrona di Don Shoemaker per Señal, 1960

$2,397
Don Shoemaker Large Serving Tray /Cutting Board Made with Different Woods
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, MX
This is a Mexican wood tray, cutting board or serving platter made in 1960s in Michoacan, Mexico by Don Shoemaker. It is in excelllent condition and...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Hardwood

Don Shoemaker Large Serving Tray /Cutting Board Made with Different Woods
Don Shoemaker Large Serving Tray /Cutting Board Made with Different Woods

Don Shoemaker Large Serving Tray /Cutting Board Made with Different Woods

$1,500
1960s Geometric Jewelry Trinket Geometric Box Mexican Craft Eclectic Woodworker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Vintage hinged lidded hexagonal box by Don Shoemaker, Senal.
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Cocobolo

1960s Geometric Jewelry Trinket Geometric Box Mexican Craft Eclectic Woodworker
1960s Geometric Jewelry Trinket Geometric Box Mexican Craft Eclectic Woodworker

1960s Geometric Jewelry Trinket Geometric Box Mexican Craft Eclectic Woodworker

$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Rosewood Black Leather Folding Lounge Chair by Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century modern armchair was designed in the 1950s by Don Shoemaker and produced by Señal, S.A., Mexico circa 1960. A leading mid century Mexican modernist, Shoemaker...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Leather, Wood, Rosewood

Mid Century Rosewood Black Leather Folding Lounge Chair by Don Shoemaker
Mid Century Rosewood Black Leather Folding Lounge Chair by Don Shoemaker

Mid Century Rosewood Black Leather Folding Lounge Chair by Don Shoemaker

$3,600
Don Shoemaker Salt and Pepper Set with Tray of Rosewood, Oak and Mixed Woods
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice and great modern desgin in this rare set by Don Shoemaker.
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Wood

Don Shoemaker Salt and Pepper Set with Tray of Rosewood, Oak and Mixed Woods
Don Shoemaker Salt and Pepper Set with Tray of Rosewood, Oak and Mixed Woods

Don Shoemaker Salt and Pepper Set with Tray of Rosewood, Oak and Mixed Woods

$800
Early Vintage Rosewood Salt and Pepper Shaker Set by Don Shoemaker
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern abstract salt and pepper shakers designed by Don Shoemaker for Señal, S.A. Mexico. This set is handmade in rosewood with unique brass ring dispensers that makes fo...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Brass

Early Vintage Rosewood Salt and Pepper Shaker Set by Don Shoemaker
Early Vintage Rosewood Salt and Pepper Shaker Set by Don Shoemaker

Early Vintage Rosewood Salt and Pepper Shaker Set by Don Shoemaker

$250
Rosewood Lounge Chair and Ottoman Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crafted in beautiful rosewood, the lounge chair and ottoman was an iconic design by Don Shoemaker for Senal. The chair with a rocking seat and the folding ottoman...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Leather, Rosewood

Rosewood Lounge Chair and Ottoman Don Shoemaker
Rosewood Lounge Chair and Ottoman Don Shoemaker

Rosewood Lounge Chair and Ottoman Don Shoemaker

$4,000 / set
Don Shoemaker Sling "Swinger" Chair and Ottoman for Señal, S.A, 1960
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One set of Swinger chair and ottoman from Don Shoemaker for the iconic Señal, S.A workshop of Mexico. This chair has been refinished and are in excellent condition. The chairs retain...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Leather, Rosewood, Cocobolo

Don Shoemaker Sling "Swinger" Chair and Ottoman for Señal, S.A, 1960
Don Shoemaker Sling "Swinger" Chair and Ottoman for Señal, S.A, 1960

Don Shoemaker Sling "Swinger" Chair and Ottoman for Señal, S.A, 1960

$4,850
Two Rosewood Nesting Tables, Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of two nesting tables made by Don Shoemaker for Señal, Mexico, circa 1960s. Heavy cubist construction with minimalist form and exposed dove joins and point joints. The surface...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Cocobolo

Two Rosewood Nesting Tables, Don Shoemaker
Two Rosewood Nesting Tables, Don Shoemaker

Two Rosewood Nesting Tables, Don Shoemaker

$4,800 / set
Don Shoemaker Wood Inlaid Chevron Pattern Cutting Board for Señal
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cutting board by Don Shoemaker for his company Señal in the 1960s. The surface of the board has a repeating chevron marquetry pattern in a gradient of local Mexican hardwoods that ca...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Rosewood, Cocobolo

Don Shoemaker Wood Inlaid Chevron Pattern Cutting Board for Señal
Don Shoemaker Wood Inlaid Chevron Pattern Cutting Board for Señal

Don Shoemaker Wood Inlaid Chevron Pattern Cutting Board for Señal

$850
Don Shoemaker Small Chevron Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosewood serving tray by Don Shoemaker for his company Señal in the 1960s. The surface of the tray has a repeating chevron marquetry pattern in a gradient of local Mexican hardwoods....
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Rosewood

Don Shoemaker Small Chevron Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal
Don Shoemaker Small Chevron Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal

Don Shoemaker Small Chevron Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal

$750
Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, MX
All original Don Shoemaker paper basket. Almost perfect condition. Wood and leather.  
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1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Don Shoemaker
Don Shoemaker

Don Shoemaker

$1,600
Don Shoemaker Box
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, MX
All original. Excellent condition.
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1970s Mexican Organic Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

Materials

Wood

Don Shoemaker Box
Don Shoemaker Box

Don Shoemaker Box

$1,600
Don S. Shoemaker 1970 s Mexican Carved Wood Brutalist Jewel Box
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, MX
A rare 1970's Mexican Brutalist style hardwood jewel box by American designer Don S. Shoemaker. The wood log fragment is carved on one side to shape its 2 heart-shaped box drawers (o...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

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Hardwood

Don S. Shoemaker 1970 s Mexican Carved Wood Brutalist Jewel Box
Don S. Shoemaker 1970 s Mexican Carved Wood Brutalist Jewel Box

Don S. Shoemaker 1970 s Mexican Carved Wood Brutalist Jewel Box

$1,500
Don Shoemaker Rectangular Cocobolo Tray for Señal
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Narrow tray by Don Shoemaker for Señal, Mexico, c.1960s. The tray has a Cocobolo frame with integrated handles and features an inlaid striped pattern of rosewood. Retains original ma...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Rosewood, Cocobolo

Don Shoemaker Rectangular Cocobolo Tray for Señal
Don Shoemaker Rectangular Cocobolo Tray for Señal

Don Shoemaker Rectangular Cocobolo Tray for Señal

$1,200
Don Shoemaker Geometric Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rosewood serving tray by Don Shoemaker for his company Señal in the 1960s. The surface of the tray has a repeating geometric marquetry pattern in a gradient of local Mexican hardwo...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Don Shoemaker Geometric Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal
Don Shoemaker Geometric Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal

Don Shoemaker Geometric Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal

$1,200
Don Shoemaker Geometric Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rosewood serving tray by Don Shoemaker for his company Señal in the 1960s. The surface of the tray has a repeating geometric marquetry pattern in a gradient of local Mexican hardwo...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Don Shoemaker Geometric Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal
Don Shoemaker Geometric Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal

Don Shoemaker Geometric Marquetry Decorative Tray for Señal

$1,200
Don Shoemaker for Señal Bookends in Solid Cocobolo
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of solid wood bookends by Mexican-American designer Don Shoemaker for his company, Señal. Rendered in highly figured cocobolo wood, a species of local tropical wood similar to...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Don S. Shoemaker Furniture

Materials

Cocobolo

Don Shoemaker for Señal Bookends in Solid Cocobolo
Don Shoemaker for Señal Bookends in Solid Cocobolo

Don Shoemaker for Señal Bookends in Solid Cocobolo

$1,200 / set

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Don S. Shoemaker furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Don S. Shoemaker furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Senal, Michael van Beuren, and Pedro Ramirez Vazquez. Prices for Don S. Shoemaker furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $750 and can go as high as $1,200, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $750.

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Questions About Don S. Shoemaker Furniture
  • What is a shoe maker called?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    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.
  • What is the difference between a cobbler and a shoemaker?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The difference between a cobbler and a shoemaker comes down to their historical jobs. Shoemakers traditionally produced new footwear, while cobblers focused on repairing shoes for customers. However, some people do use the terms cobbler and shoemaker interchangeably. Shop a wide range of shoes on 1stDibs.

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