NEW SCHOOL EQUIPALE COLLECTION
HANDCRAFTED MEXICAN LEATHER FURNITURE
CLAY IMPORTS
THE NEW SCHOOL EQUIPAL COLLECTION
HISTORY
Handcrafted equipales were designed over 500 years ago by skilled artisans of the Aztec Empire in central Mexico. Using organic and regional materials to craft furniture that provided both comfort and aesthetic pleasure, these artisans inspired a design concept that has been passed down through generations, standing the test of time. Today, authentic equipal furniture is handmade in Zacoalco de Torres, Jalisco, a small town located south of Guadalajara.
STORY
During the 20th century, equipales became popular through the rise of photography of beach resorts in Mexico. However, as demand for and production of equipales increased, their quality began to suffer. The goal of our New School Equipal collection is to restore high-quality in equipal furniture while focusing on sustainability. This collection is composed of 100% natural and biodegradable products, such as locally sourced leather, Mexican rosewood, and waxed cotton twine. Furthermore, our furniture is now available in select water-based colors, vegan options, and custom sizes.
Cover Photo | Design by B.Berry Interiors | Photo by Peter Frank Edwards
RECYCLE PROGRAM
We respect our community and environment, so Clay Imports offers a Recycle Program, which encourages you to drop off your old, unwanted equipales with us in exchange for a 15% discount on your new order. Recycled equipal products do not end up in landfills. They are either reupholstered or disposed of responsibly. We want to stay true to our interest in sustainability, and now we invite you to contribute to our cause. Recycled equipales do not have to be from Clay Imports.
VEGAN LEATHERS
Much like our traditional leather equipal pieces, the vegan equipal furniture line is handmade in Jalisco, Mexico, by artisan communities that have been crafting equipal furniture for generations. Our goal was to develop a more sustainable, more durable equipal furniture line that maintained as many traditional qualities as possible. Low maintenance was one of our top priorities when designing this product, as it is easy to care for and stain-resistant. Vegan Equipal feature weather-resistant upholstery and a durable deck sealant applied to the rosewood frame.
VEGAN LEATHER
*Available vegan leather furniture indicated by this symbol
DESIGN
We are committed to the original equipal design concept from over 500 years ago. We further use materials that are 100% organic and biodegradable. For added practicality, we’ve simplified the concept to include only the essential, organic materials. This means that your leather furniture, after having served its lifelong purpose of providing you with comfort, can return to the earth’s soil. The vegan outdoor option is an extension of our commitment to practical design.
CUSHIONS
Today, polyurethane foam, a product of the petroleum industry, is commonly used in seat cushions. The polymer can be harmful both to your health and to the environment. This is why we use crushed agave fibers instead of foam cushions for padding our leather equipales.
Design by Kim Wolfe | Photo by Madeline Harper
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NEW SCHOOL EQUIPAL COLLECTION
EQUIPAL CHAIRS & SOFAS
STANDARD CHAIR
The Standard Chair is the staple of the New School Equipal collection. A more refined version of the conventional equipal chair that includes only the essential, organic materials. This chair is perfect for dinner tables, office spaces, or any area that calls for practical and comfortable seating.
PRICE
QTY: 1 $300.00
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
WEIGHT
18 LBS
LEATHER COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL INTERIOR
WIDTH 25”
19 1/2”
DEPTH 22”
17”
HEIGHT 30”
17”
30” h
17” h
15 1/2” d
16 1/2” w
19 1/2” w
17” d
BIG BOY
The Big Boy is an ampler version of the Standard Chair. If you are looking for traditional furniture to surround or complement a coffee table in your living room or at your poolside, then this equipal chair is for you. The Big Boy is capacious enough to allow you to curl up and read a book while adding a sophisticated touch to your space.
PRICE
QTY: 1 $390.00
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
WEIGHT
24 LBS
LEATHER COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL INTERIOR
WIDTH 30”
25”
DEPTH 27”
22”
HEIGHT 30”
16”
30” h
16” h
21” w
18” d
25” w
22” d
SANTA FE
Whereas the Big Boy and Standard Chair have full-leather seat backs, the Santa Fe is designed with a gapped back that makes it more breathable. Additionally, because of its lowered armrests, this equipal chair is space-efficient and ideal for commercial seating.
PRICE
MATERIAL
WEIGHT
$340 | VEGAN: $390
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
20 LBS
+ CUSHION
LEATHER COLORS
VEGAN COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
BLACK
WHITE
VEGAN LEATHER
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL INTERIOR
WIDTH 30”
18 1/2”
DEPTH 27”
19”
HEIGHT 30”
17”
31” h
17” h
22” w
17 1/2” d
18 1/2” w
19” d
SONORA STANDARD CHAIR
Take it easy in our Sonora chair, a contemporary take on the classic equipal. Featuring a flexible woven backing for ultimate comfort. Sonora is offered in our Vegan Leather for a perfectly durable outdoor lounging and dining experience.
PRICE
MATERIAL
WEIGHT
VEGAN $450
NYLON ROPE, ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
20 LBS
+ CUSHION
VEGAN COLORS
WEAVE COLORS
BLACK
WHITE
BLACK
WHITE
VEGAN LEATHER
DIMENSIONS
WIDTH 30”
18 1/2”
OVERALL INTERIOR
DEPTH 27”
19”
HEIGHT 30”
17”
Production Designer Tommy Rouse | Art Director Joshua Smith | Art Director Tyka Edwards
LOVE SEAT
This spacious, equipal sofa is made to seat one or two people. It's often used in living rooms and entertainment spaces. Accessorized with a set of fluffy pillows, the Love Seat can be transformed into a cozy nest.
PRICE
$770.00
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
WEIGHT
40 LBS
LEATHER COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL INTERIOR
WIDTH 47”
43”
DEPTH 24”
22”
HEIGHT 31”
18”
31” h
18” h
20” d
42” w
43” w
22” d
LOUNGER & LOUNGER STRETCH
Their elongated design makes the Lounger and Lounger Stretch perfect for accommodating larger groups. Both sofas work exceptionally well in ample settings, such as foyers or galleries. Whether you position these equipales against a wall or use them as barriers to define and divide larger spaces, the Lounger, and Lounger Stretch will enhance the aesthetic of your environment.
LOUNGER
LOUNGER STRETCH
ITEM
PRICE
WEIGHT
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL INTERIOR
LOUNGER
$1080.00
28 LBS
WIDTH 58”
60”
DEPTH 20”
22”
HEIGHT 31”
18”
LOUNGER STRETCH
$2,880.00
62 LBS
WIDTH 123”
125”
DEPTH 20”
22”
HEIGHT 31”
18”
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
LEATHER COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
123” w
31” h
31” h
18” h
18” h
58” w
20” d
20” d
EQUIPAL STOOLS & OTTOMAN
BAR STOOL
This Bar Stool equipal is suitable for commercial use at bars and high tables in a restaurant or bar. It comes with or without a footrest, and its lightweight and narrow design makes it easy to move around.
WITHOUT FOOTREST
WITH FOOTREST
ITEM
PRICE
WEIGHT
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL
WITHOUT FOOTREST
$300.00
15 LBS
WIDTH 16”
DEPTH 16”
HEIGHT 30”
WITH FOOTREST
$330.00
18 LBS
WIDTH 16”
DEPTH 16”
HEIGHT 30”
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
LEATHER COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
VEGAN COLORS
BLACK
WHITE
VEGAN LEATHER
30” h
16” w
30” h
12” h
16” w
OTTOMAN
The Ottoman is a low, circular equipal seat that may also be used as a footstool. It is a versatile piece that's especially compatible with the Standard Chair, Big Boy, or Santa Fe.
PRICE
$165.00
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
WEIGHT
6 LBS
LEATHER COLORS
VEGAN COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
BLACK
WHITE
VEGAN LEATHER
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL
WIDTH 14”
DEPTH 14”
HEIGHT 12”
12” h
14” w
14” dia
EQUIPAL TABLES
SMALL BOX TABLE
The Small Box Table is the perfect combination of aesthetics and efficiency. Its removable top makes it an ideal storage unit. Anything that you may want to keep out of sight but readily available can be placed in here. Its high-quality and natural materials make it a durable option for complementing Standard Chair, or Santa Fe equipales.
PRICE
$160.00
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
WEIGHT
16 LBS
LEATHER COLORS
VEGAN COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
BLACK
WHITE
VEGAN LEATHER
DIMENSIONS
WIDTH 14 1/2”
OVERALL
DEPTH 14 1/2”
HEIGHT 18”
18” h
14 1/2” w
14 1/2” d
14 1/2” d
14 1/2” w
SQUARE BOX COFFEE TABLE
The Square Box Coffee Table is an enlarged version of the Small Box Table. Its removable top and spacious interior make it the perfect storage unit for larger items. Its high-quality materials make this handcrafted table a sturdy piece. It is best grouped with Big Boy and Love Seat equipales to add a complete, organic touch to your home or commercial space.
PRICE
$540.00
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
WEIGHT
65 LBS
LEATHER COLORS
VEGAN COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
BLACK
WHITE
VEGAN LEATHER
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL
WIDTH 34”
DEPTH 34”
HEIGHT 18”
34” d
34” w
18” h
34” d
34” w
BLOCK BOX TABLE & LOUNGE TABLE
The Block Box Table and Lounge Table are well-matched with equipal sofas, such as the Lounger, to accommodate larger groups of people. These sturdy tables are often used to define and enrich ample spaces. Their removable tops and wide interiors make them the perfect storage units for large items.
BLOCK BOX TABLE
LOUNGE TABLE
ITEM
PRICE
WEIGHT
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL
BLOCK BOX TABLE
$340.00
34 LBS
WIDTH 34”
DEPTH 18 1/2”
HEIGHT 18 1/2”
LOUNGE TABLE
$480.00
60 LBS
WIDTH 60”
DEPTH 18 1/2”
HEIGHT 18 1/2”
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
LEATHER COLORS
VEGAN COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
BLACK
WHITE
VEGAN LEATHER
18 1/2” h
34” w
18 1/2” d
18 1/2” h
18 1/2” d
60” w
HOURGLASS TABLE
This eye-catching equipal table is the perfect combination of traditional and modern design.
At 18 inches tall, it works great as a seated table and staging area for an arrangement of books, photographs, or even a cocktail within arm’s reach.
PRICE
$170.00
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
WEIGHT
10 LBS
LEATHER COLORS
VEGAN COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
BLACK
WHITE
VEGAN LEATHER
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL
WIDTH 14 5/8”
DEPTH 14 5/8”
HEIGHT 18”
18” h
14 5/8” w
14 5/8” dia
DRUM TABLE
Similar in its function to the Hourglass table, the Drum Table is a cylinder-shaped equipal that is used as a seated table or staging area. The table is large enough to accommodate food and drinks for four people. Also, its removable top and spacious interior provide an opportunity for you to store many items.
PRICE
$200.00
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
WEIGHT
30 LBS
LEATHER COLORS
VEGAN COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
BLACK
WHITE
VEGAN LEATHER
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL
WIDTH 24”
DEPTH 24”
HEIGHT 18 1/2”
18 1/2” h
24” w
24” diam
BREAKFAST TABLE
The Breakfast Table comprises a rectangular table-top resting on an hourglass base. It offers plenty of room for food and beverages for two people, and is frequently paired with a set of two Standard Chair or Santa Fe equipales. It is the most ideal table for outdoor and indoor spaces at restaurants, bars, or resorts.
PRICE
$480.00
MATERIAL
ROSEWOOD & LEATHER
WEIGHT
42 LBS
LEATHER COLORS
VEGAN COLORS
BLACK
BUFF
CARAMEL
CAFE
WHITE
BLUSH
BLACK
WHITE
VEGAN LEATHER
DIMENSIONS
OVERALL TOP
WIDTH 36”
36”
DEPTH 24”
24”
HEIGHT 30”
30” h
18” w
12”
18”
24” d
36” w
STAMPWORTHY GOODS EQUIPALE
Allie is the founder, furniture designer, and travel curator at Stampworthy in Austin, TX. At Stampworthy, Allie refurbishes vintage pieces of furniture into new statement pieces for your home. One of her favorite ways to give furniture new life is adding clay tile. She fell in love with the tile from Clay Imports immediately, and from there, a partnership ensued. Stampworthy and Clay Imports launched joint trips to San Miguel de Allende to see firsthand how clay tiles are produced. Now they’re working together to bring their own line of equipales chairs to your home.
LEATHER | WOOD CARE
In order to maintain the furniture’s high-quality leather and wood, we suggest regular applications of leather conditioner and wood-furniture polish. If you are not going for an aged look and your leather is scratched or scuffed, we have touch up paint available to repair small damages to painted equipal. Lastly, if your natural or painted leather equipal gets wet, avoid drying in the sun. Instead, bring it inside or under a shaded area to dry. We recommend using non-acidic and non-ammonia based cleaners for regular cleaning of painted or vegan equipal.
USAGE
Leather equipal furniture should be used indoors or in covered outdoor settings. Avoid exposing the furniture to regular direct sunlight, rain, humidity, or cold temperature. Our vegan leather equipal furniture is suitable for indoors and outdoors. Whether you decide to employ our furniture indoors or outdoors, in a house, restaurant, or resort, rest assured that it will set the stage for an exceptionally pleasing experience. Our New School Equipal furniture can transform any setting into a cozy, attractive space.
CUSTOM
We have equipales available in different sizes, colors, and designs. However, if what you are looking for is not in our collection, we can create custom furniture based on your specifications. We understand that you might be working on a special project, so we want to ensure our furniture meets your needs and standards. For example, if you want us to create a Santa Fe using your desired upholsters or chair coverings, we will gladly do so. We have very few limitations on our design and production capabilities. Whenever requesting custom products, make sure to allow for sufficient production time.
COMMERCIAL USE
Our New School Equipal Collection is suitable for both residential and commercial use. If placing an order for a commercial project, such as a restaurant or bar, please contact a Clay Imports sales associate. We will gladly review your order details and ensure that you are purchasing the most appropriate items for your project.