Clam Shell Chair
Pair Clam Shell Chairs By Tempestini For Salterini
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of Salterini clam shell chairs. Needs to be repainted.
Category
Vintage 1960s Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Modern Kodawood Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour James Wiener
By Seymour James Wiener
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour James Wiener. Black
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Seymour James Weiner for Kodawood Mid Century Clam Shell Chairs - Pair
By Seymour James Wiener, Kodawood
Located in Countryside, IL
Seymour James Weiner for Kodawood Mid Century Clam Shell Chairs - Pair
Each lounge chair measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Seymour James Weiner for Kodawood Mid Century Clam Shell Chairs - Pair
By Seymour James Wiener, Kodawood
Located in Countryside, IL
Seymour James Weiner for Kodawood Mid Century Clam Shell Chairs - Pair
Each lounge chair measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Early Madsen (Arctander) Clam Shell Chairs in Sheepskin
By Arnold Madsen
Located in Toronto, Ontario
remarkable piece.
Initially coined the "Musling stolen" (meaning "Mussel Shell"), the Clam Chair marked the
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin
Mid Century Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Chair and Side Table
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful chair and side table by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini called the “clam shell “ or
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 26 in W 23 in D 24 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Clam Chairs by Seymour Weiner for Kodawood - Set of 4
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour James Weiner for Kodawood - Set of 4
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 48 in W 22.5 in D 19 in
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
Milo Baughman Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern pair of lounge chairs float on top of a circular chrome trim swivel
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Post Modern Ivory White Bouclé Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
themselves. This beautiful set of Post Modern Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chairs has been freshly reupholstered
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
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
Reupholstered Vintage Milo Baughman Thin Line Shell Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
clam shell seat, this chair is ready to elevate any space, whether in the living room or even throne
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Fantastic Set 4 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Iron Patio Chairs
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
manufactured by Salterini. Wrought iron frames with metal mesh seats and backs. All chairs are in very good
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 26 in W 23 in D 24 in
Set of Four Vintage Clam Shell Metal Spring Armchairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Set of (4) vintage metal patio lawn clam shell garden chairs with spring base for extra comfort
Category
Mid-20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
2 Spring Base Garden Lounge Chairs, Sold Individually
Located in Sheffield, MA
lawn clam shell garden arm chairs with springer base adding extra comfort for lounging or dining
Category
Early 20th Century American Statues
Materials
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Wrought Iron Patio Set
Located in Pasadena, CA
. The suite features clam shell shaped chairs decorated in scrolling wrought iron. The chairs and table
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Recent Sales
1950s Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour James Weiner for Kodawood
By Seymour J. Wiener, Kodawood
Located in Miami, FL
Early 1950s clam shell chairs designed and patented by Seymour James Weiner for his Miami company
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini 'Clam Shell' Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini 'Clam Shell' chairs.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Kodawood Vintage “Clam Shell” Chairs by Seymour James Wiener
By Seymour J. Wiener, Kodawood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
comfortable. Angular form with clam shell backs and seats.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour J. Wiener for Kodawood, 1960s
By Seymour James Wiener, Kodawood
Located in South Bend, IN
. The chairs feature a stylish sculptural design, with clam shell backs and seats. The walnut frames
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 29.38 in W 21.88 in D 24 in
Pair of Galvanized Steel Saucer Chairs
Located in Redding, CT
. We think these are a current reproduction in the style of a salterini clam shell chair.
Category
Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Salterini Maurizio Tempestini Four-Piece Wrought Iron Patio Set Clam Shell Style
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare four-piece set of Maurizio Tempestini clam shell chairs or settee. Produced by Salternini in
Category
Vintage 1950s Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal, Enamel, Wrought Iron
H 28 in W 41 in D 23.5 in
Salterini Maurizio Tempestini Four-Piece Wrought Iron Patio Set Clam Shell Style
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare four-piece set of Maurizio Tempestini clam shell chairs or settee. Produced by Salternini in
Category
Vintage 1950s Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal, Enamel, Wrought Iron
H 28 in W 41 in D 23.5 in
Pair of Salterini Clam Shell Outdoor Lounge Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Classic Pair Of Outdoor Chairs By Maurizio Tempestini For Salterini. Spring Frame Which Adds To The
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Boho Chic Clam Shell Wicker Lounge Chairs With Ottoman - 3 Pieces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
-piece set features two chairs with a unique clam shell design and an intricate wicker pattern, paired
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Postmodern Ascending Clam Shell Back Swivel Chair With Nesting Foot Rest
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Embrace comfort and modern design with the Postmodern Ascending Clam Shell Back Swivel Chair with
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Postmodern Maroon Faux Leather Clam Shell Back Barrel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the elegance of Maroon Faux Leather Clam Shell Back Barrel Chairs. With their unique
Category
Vintage 1980s American Club Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Wrought Iron Patio Set SOLD
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Pasadena, TX
"lemon slice" clam shell lounge chairs with side table designed by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 26.5 in W 22.5 in D 23.25 in
Art Deco Steel Metal Clam Shell Back Green Patio Bouncer Lounge Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Art Deco steel metal clam shell back green patio bouncer lounge chairs - a pair. Item
Category
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 32.5 in W 20.5 in L 32.5 in
Art Deco Steel Metal Clam Shell Back Green Patio Bouncer Lounge Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Art Deco steel metal clam shell back green patio bouncer lounge chairs - a pair. Item
Category
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 32.5 in W 20.5 in D 26 in
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
Category
Vintage 1930s American Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini "Clamshell" Chairs, Pair
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
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 Tempestini for Salterini "Clam Shell" or "Slice" Iron Chairs
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Cool pair of Tempestini design for Salterini chairs. Often called the "Clam Shell" or "Slice" chair
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Salterini Style Clam Shell Outdoor Patio Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
What a find. Offered is a pair of awesome vintage iron 'clam shell' outdoor/patio chairs. These
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furn...
Materials
Iron
H 28.75 in W 28 in L 28.75 in
Salterini Midcentury Modern Clam Shell Orange Slice Patio Set Chair Settee Table
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
designed by Maurizio Tempestini in the clam shell or orange slice design. Very comfortable seating with a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 28 in W 42 in D 24 in
5 Pc Salterini Orange Slice Clam Shell Patio Dining Table & Chairs Powder-Coated
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid Century Modern 5 Piece dining table patio outdoor sunroom set & 4 chairs. Design by Maurizio
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 27.5 in W 23 in D 24 in
Maurizio Tempestini / Salterini Four-Piece Clam Shell Iron Patio Set
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare four-piece set of Maurizio Tempestini clam shell set 2 chairs, settee and table Produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Blue Midcentury Danish Modern Kodawood Seymour James Wiener Clam Shell Chair
By Seymour James Wiener, Kodawood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Blue midcentury Danish modern Kodawood Seymour James Wiener clam shell chair. Item features clam
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 30.5 in W 22 in D 24.5 in
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Pair of Clam Shell Chairs
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Tempestini for John Salterini Clam shell chairs. Painted black, in nice shape. Older paint
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid-century Distressed Metal Patio Clam Shell Chairs c.1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
pair of distressed metal patio clam shell chairs. The chairs have been shellacked to seal in the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Modernist Wrought Iron Clam Shell Chairs
By Homecrest
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair of sculptural mid 20th century wrought iron clam shell Casino chairs by Homecrest in nicely
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Four Kodawood Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour James Wiener
By Seymour James Wiener, Kodawood
Located in Southampton, NJ
Set of four bentwood clam chairs designed by Seymour James Wiener for Kodawood having mid-blue
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
1950s Mid-Century Modern Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour J. Wiener for Kodawood
By Seymour James Wiener, Kodawood
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern 'clam shell' dining/side chairs designed by Seymour J Weiner for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 31 in W 21.75 in D 23 in
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Wrought Iron Chairs, "Orange Slice-Clam Shell"
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Miami, FL
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini wrought iron chairs, "Orange Slice-Clam Shell" chairs
Offered
Category
Antique Early 17th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 26.5 in W 22.75 in D 25.25 in
Matched Pair Orange Slice Clam Shell Chairs by Tempestini for Salterini
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Fabulous and rare pair orange slice chairs. Freshly painted in a satin black enamel, chairs are in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 27.25 in W 23.25 in D 24 in
Maurizio Tempestini 1950's wrought iron patio set
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Maurizio Tempestini 1950's wrought iron patio set
Table and 4 clam shell chairs
Paint is peeling in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Vintage Italian Carved Wood Grotto Chair Clam Sea Shell and Full Dolphin Arms
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian carved wood grotto chair clam sea shell and full dolphin arms. Item features hand
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 36.5 in W 23 in D 24 in
Maurizio Tempestini Pair of Patio Iron Lounge Chairs & Table, Mid-Century Modern
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1950s. It features two "Clam Shell" lounge chairs along with a small cocktail table. All in excellent
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 27 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
Maurizio Tempestini Pair of Patio Iron Lounge Chairs & Table, Mid-Century Modern
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1950s. It features two "Clam Shell" lounge chairs along with a small cocktail table. All in excellent
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 27 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
3 Pc. Salterini Orange Slice Clam Shell Bistro Patio Dining Table & Chairs Set
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid Century Modern 3 Piece bistro dining table set & 2 chairs. Design by Maurizio Tempestini for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 28.5 in W 23 in D 19.5 in
Set of Six Extraordinary Gilded Grotto Chairs by David Barrett
By David Barrett
Located in New York, NY
Set of six hand-carved gilded wood grotto chairs, open clam shell motif by David Barrett for Circa
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Giltwood
Homecrest Black Leather Clam Shell Lounge Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, Homecrest
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Mid-Century tubular clam shell chairs by Homecrest. These chairs were recently recovered
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Salterini-Style Clam Shell Folding Chairs, circa 1960
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Portland, OR
folding clam shell chairs are a more accessible rendition of the high-end outdoor furnishing offered by
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Phillip Arctander Clam Shell Rocker Chair
By Philip Arctander
Located in New York, NY
produced by Nordisk Staal & Mobel Central, Denmark. Chair is constructed of stained beechwood. Newly
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Beech
"Clam Shell" or "Slice" Lounge Chair by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Denver, CO
chair in a bedroom. Great looks, personality, and comfort in a metal lounge...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
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Maurizio Tempestino for Salterini Pair Clamshell Lounge Chairs, ca 1950s
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Maurizio Tempestino for Salterini Pair Clamshell Lounge Chairs, ca 1950s
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Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
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By Mario Papperzini, John Salterini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
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Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 36 in W 25 in D 28 in
4pc Suite Tempestini for Salterini Orange Slice Style Set Settee Chairs Table
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
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Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 28 in W 41 in D 25 in
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Clam Shell Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the clam shell chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, iron and wood, every clam shell chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer clam shell chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A clam shell chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Kodawood, Seymour James Wiener and John Salterini each produced at least one beautiful clam shell chair that is worth considering.
How Much is a Clam Shell Chair?
Prices for a clam shell chair start at $550 and top out at $14,750 with the average selling for $1,325.
Questions About Clam Shell Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In nature, you can find giant clam shells along the shorelines of the Philippines and in the Sabah coral reefs in Malaysian Borneo. To purchase giant clam shells, check out reputable online platforms, auction houses and antique stores. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of giant clam shells.
- Is the Clam chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, the Clam chair is comfortable. Arnold Madsen designed the angle of the seat and the curving contours of the iconic chair to fit the shape of the human body so that the piece could provide optimal support. Although for decades, the piece was the victim of cheap reproductions and misattributions, to fellow Scandinavians Viggo Boesen and Martin Olsen, among others, in recent years it has steadily climbed the ranks in the trophy market, going for hundreds of thousands of dollars at auction. Today, it’s one of the fashion set’s most beloved pieces, with fans as starry as Los Angeles art dealer Maggie Kayne and style setter Vanessa Traina. Find a range of Clam chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the clam chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Arnold Madsen designed the Clam chair. In the past, it was ascribed to the Norwegian retailer Martin Olsen and then the Danish architect Philip Arctander. It was only through some dogged research by a team of international design historians and collectors that it was finally correctly associated with Madsen, an upholsterer by profession who created it in Copenhagen in 1944. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Clam chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What are Shell Chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
- Is the Shell Chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.