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Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive vintage modern rocking chair features a sturdy walnut construction, sleekly
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
H 33.25 in W 27.5 in D 38 in
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lovely Mid-Century Modern rocking chair features a vintage walnut finish and sculpted arm rests
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
H 31.5 in W 27 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by Paoli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century modern rocking chair with sculptural maple frame and geometric patterned upholstery
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
Scandinavian Modern rocking chair in ebonized wood model IW3 designed 1958 by Illum Wikkelsø.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Lacquer

Bentwood Modern Rocking Chair with Faux Burl Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Abstract design bentwood modern rocking chair with faux burl finish. Dimensions: 38.25"H x
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Hans Kaufeld Leather and Brushed Aluminium Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
By Hans Kaufeld
Located in North York, ON
Original Hans Kaufeld leather and brushed aluminium Mid-Century Modern rocking chair. Completely
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Amazing Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair in the Style of Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wonderful vintage modern rocking chair features a sculptural bent rod chrome frame. Stylish
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Modern rocking chair and ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Modern rocking chair and ottoman with chrome details. Ottoman: 25.5" wide x 27" deep x 14.5" high
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Chrome

Modern rocking chair and ottoman
Modern rocking chair and ottoman
H 24.5 in W 27.5 in D 37.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by Dirk van Sliedregt for Gebroeders Jonkers
By Dirk Van Sliedregt
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Mid-Century Modern rocking chair. Design by Dirk van Sliedregt for
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern style rocking chair. Beautiful organic wood frame with flowing curves. Please
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
H 40 in W 30.88 in D 41.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The unique Danish modern design of this midcentury rocking chair makes a striking addition to home
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
H 36.75 in W 27 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair Relaxer by Verner Panton, Germany, 1970s
By Rosenthal, Verner Panton
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair Relaxer by Verner Panton, Germany 1970s. Iconic rocking chair
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair Made of Black Painted Metal and Rattan
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern rocking chair with armrests made of black painted metal and rattan
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Iron

Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair in Bentwood by Moveis Cimo, 1950, Brazil
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
Available today, these Mid-Century Modern rocking chair in Bentwood by Moveis Cimo in Brazil during
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair & Ottoman in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
Available today with free domestic shipping included, this one-of-a-kind Brazilian Modern Rocking
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Danish Modern Rocking Chair Attributed to Georg Jensen
By Georg Jensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning Danish rocking chair attributed to Georg Jensen. Laminated oak structure with brilliant
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20th Century Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak

CraftAssociates Chair, Cawtaba Modern Rocking Chair, Black, Sling, Leather
By Craft Associates, Laura Trenchard
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Catawba rocking chair, Modern leather rocking chair, black, for Craft Associates This Catawba
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2010s American Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Italian Modern Rocking Chair Designed by Gastone Rinaldi, Italy 60s
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Lucija, SI
Rocking chair from the 60s era, designed by Gastone Rinaldi. Made of metal, wood and faux leather
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair In Beechwood With Ivory Leather - Spain
Located in Girona, ES
Amusing rocking chair, stained and French polished beechwood. New Ivory leather upholstery
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech, Leather

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Rocking Chair by Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern rocker designed by Ib Kofod Larsen and manufactured by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Danish Modern Rocking Chair in Wood and Monstera Leaf Pattern Fabric
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This high rocking chair was made in Denmark during the 1960s. The frame is made of wood in a dark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

1 of 2 Danish Design Style 1950 New Modern Rocking Chair Walnut Brown Cashmere
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
From our own workshop and design collection this gorgeous 1950 danish design style rocking chair
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

French Modern, Rocking Chair, Oak & Lambswool, Charles Dudouyt Style, 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Odense, DK
This French Modern rocking chair in solid oak, reminiscent of Charles Dudouyt's iconic style from
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

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Oak, Lambskin

Mid-Century Modern Thonet Style Chrome Frame Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sleek modern rocking chair features a tufted vinyl seat with stylish chrome frame. Mounted
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Metal, Steel

Danish Modern Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage modern rocking chair features stylish bentwood frame and incredibly comfortable
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Danish Modern Bentwood Rocking Chair
Danish Modern Bentwood Rocking Chair
H 36 in W 28.5 in D 40 in
Mid-Century Modern Restored Sculptural Danish Rocking Chair, c1955
By Baumritter
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Elegantly restored Mid-Century Modern rocking chair most likely by Baumritter. Comb back style with
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Hans Wegner Danish Modern J-16 Rocking Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Danish Modern rocking chair By Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler Denmark, Circa
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Rush, Beech

Modern Rocking Chairs by Karel Vyčítal and Miloš Sedláček, 1970s '4 Pieces'
Located in Budapest, HU
Czechoslovakian Mid-Century Modern rocking chairs, from the 1970s. The 4 pieces have a neat wooden
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

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Upholstery, Wood

Danish Modern Teak Rocking Chair by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin Møbler
By Frank Reenskaug, Bramin Mobler
Located in Charleston, SC
This beautiful vintage modern rocking chair features an unusual "X" shaped frame, sculpted arm
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Teak

1970s Danish Shaker Rocking Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By FDB Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Shaker Style Scandinavian Modern rocking chair designed by Hans Wegner in beech wood with a woven
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Papercord, Beech

Mid-Century Modern French Rocking Chair with a Chrome Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern rocking chair features a heavy flat bar chrome frame and upholstered
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Vintage Czech Rocking Chair
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage Czech mid century modern rocking chair. This chair is in excellent vintage
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Czech Rocking Chair
Vintage Czech Rocking Chair
H 37.5 in W 24.5 in D 43 in
Vintage Czech Mid Century Rocking Chair
By Antonín Šuman
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage Czech mid century modern rocking chair. Designed by Antonin Suman for TON. This
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Czech Mid Century Rocking Chair
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage Czech mid century modern rocking chair. This chair is in excellent vintage
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Czech Mid Century Rocking Chair
Vintage Czech Mid Century Rocking Chair
H 46.25 in W 22.25 in D 37 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Sculptural Rocking Chair for Selig, Denmark, 1960s
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Mid-Century Danish Modern rocking chair, model 650-15, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1970's Maison Jansen Chrome Hollywood Regency Rocking Chair
By Maison Jansen
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern rocking chair for sale. Designed by Maison Jansen in the 1970's. The
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Verner Panton Original "Relaxer 2" Rocking Chair by Rosenthal, 1970s
By Verner Panton, Rosenthal
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid-Century Modern rocking chair " Relaxer II " by famous Danish designer Verner Panton and
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Rocking Chair in Pink Velvet
Located in London, England
This art deco danish modern rocking chair was produced in the 1940s. It is made of bentwood and
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Velvet

Swedish Rocking Chair in Pink Velvet
Swedish Rocking Chair in Pink Velvet
H 32.68 in W 28.35 in D 36.23 in
Gabriella Rocking Chair by Ambrozia, Maple, Black Steel & Dark Gray Upholstery
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, Quebec
The Gabriella modern rocking chair is handmade to order from our unique Ambrozia black textured
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2010s Canadian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960's Mid Century Modern Danish Style Rocking Arm Chair
Located in San Carlos, CA
🌟 Vintage Mid Century Modern Rocking Chair from Yugoslavia 🌟 Step back in time with this
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wool, Walnut

Milo Baughman Style MCM in White Faux Leather Rocking Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Plainview, NY
A Mid Century Modern rocking chair, inspired by the iconic style of Milo Baughman. Its sturdy
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Naugahyde, Walnut

Danish Teak Rocking Chair Model 182 by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin, Denmark 1950s
By Frank Reenskaug, Bramin Mobler
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous Mid-Century Modern rocking chair designed by Frank
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Vintage 1950s Danish Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Japanese Foldable Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii, 1950's
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Lisboa, PT
This folding modern rocking chair was designed by Takeshi Nii during the 1950s, in Japan. It has a
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Aluminum

1960s Danish Modern Teak Rocking Chair by Hans Olsen in Plush Cream Shearling
By Juul Kristensen, Hans Olsen
Located in Saint Louis, MO
produced by Juul Kristensen. This Danish Modern rocking chair exudes a warm and nurturing energy
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Hide, Cane, Teak

Vintage Mid-Century Postmodern Minimalist Leather Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This folding modern rocking chair was designed by Takeshi Nii during the 1950s. It has a black
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Minimalist Rocking Chairs

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Platform Rocking Chair
By Paoli Chair Company
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern platform rocking chair in the manner of the Paoli Chair Company, with ochre
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Oak, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern High Back Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
!” -Erma Bombeck…. Well, no need to worry!! We have the perfect Mid-Century Modern rocking chair for you
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair and Armchair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lovely vintage modern wood frame chairs with sculpted arms, spindle backs and thick cushions
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Black Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chair Chip by Teppo Asikainen Ikka Terho, 1995
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern black rocking chair or lounge chair model Chip designed by Teppo Asikainen
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1990s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Plywood

1950s Mid Century Modern Paoli Chair Company Rocking Chair-A Pair
By Paoli Chair Company
Located in Bensalem, PA
Very unique and rare pair of rocking chairs by Paoli Chair Company which was founded in 1926, and
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Maple

Modern Wood Rocking Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Modern simple wood rocking chair. Ready for a new home.
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Modern Wood Rocking Chair
Modern Wood Rocking Chair
H 31.75 in W 21 in D 25 in
Norwegian Modern Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Norway Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1970s Materials: Bent Beech Measurements: 27" wide x 32" deep x 37″ tall, Seat 21" tall (front), 13" (back) Condition: In...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Low rocking Chair Japanese Modern Style Bentwood Chair
By Studio Jig
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Bentwood rocking chair in the Japanese modern style. Made of Yoshino cedar which is a famous wood
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2010s Japanese Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Modern Outdoor Garden Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern iron patio rocking chair. This gorgeous rocker features elegant scrollwork and
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Vintage 1970s Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Tubular Chrome Rocking Chair
By Charles Stendig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage metal and vinyl rocking chair features a stylish chrome frame with unique circular
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Patinated Danish Modern Teak Highback Rocking Chair
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 25" wide x 19.75" deep x 34.25" tall Condition: In good original condition wi...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Post Modern Experiment Rocking Chair by Yrjö Kukkapuro
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Weesp, NL
craftsmanship, and this rocking chair is no exception. So if you're looking for a stunning piece of modern
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Vintage 1980s Finnish Post-Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome, Iron

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Oak Rocking Chair Denmark
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Timeless design rocking chair with great seating comfort. In good original condition
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Bentwood Rocking Art Chair
By Sam Maloof
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Sculptural rocking chair in the Sam Maloof style, circa 1970s Not marked or signed however you can
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Illum Wikkelsø Rocking Chair
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Black lacquered Illum Wikkelsø Gyngestol No.3 rocking chair manufactured by Niels Eilersen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech

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Modern Rocking Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the modern rocking chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each modern rocking chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. There are 3671 variations of the antique or vintage modern rocking chair you’re looking for, while we also have 528 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer modern rocking chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A modern rocking chair, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made modern rocking chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hans J. Wegner, Charles and Ray Eames and Herman Miller are consistently popular.

How Much is a Modern Rocking Chair?

Prices for a modern rocking chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $134,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,353.

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.

Questions About Modern Rocking Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A platform rocking chair is a rocking chair constructed to have the rockers on a fixed platform rather than the floor. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary platform rocking chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    What a rocking chair symbolizes is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people associate rocking chairs with comfort or relaxation. Because people often sit in the chairs to gently rock babies to sleep, the furniture may also represent parenthood or motherhood. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of rocking chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Boston rocking chair is a wooden rocking chair with a decorative top panel and a seat and arms that curve down towards the front. Find an assortment of rocking chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A Windsor rocking chair is built for comfort and is usually manufactured in such a way that the seat’s spindles, along with the chair-back and legs, are pushed into holes that have been drilled. This sets this type of chair apart, as the standard construction of a chair sees that the back legs are continuous. The Windsor chair originated in the early 1700s in the English town of Windsor. As mentioned, their bentwood back frames are assembled with slender wooden spindles that are plugged into drill holes in the sculpted seat, which was usually made of elm and slightly sunken or dish-shaped for the sitter’s comfort. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Windsor rocking chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A rocking chair helps soothe infants, children, and adults alike. The rocking and swaying movement helps create a meditative and lethargic state.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The rocking chair is more than 275 years old. Early models date back to around 1725 and were made by outfitting Windsor chairs with skates. By 1787, rocking chairs were common enough for the word to be added to the English dictionary. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of rocking chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify a Thonet rocking chair, look for the company name. You will normally find it stamped directly onto the underside of the seat, arms or legs. You can find a collection of expertly vetted Thonet rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A wooden rocking chair can be cleaned using a sponge, soap, and water. After, you should proceed to pat the rocking chair down with a cloth.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify a Windsor rocking chair, enlist the help of a licensed furniture appraiser. Many convincing distressed reproductions exist due to their popularity and value. An experienced professional can accurately determine if yours is an authentic antique or a replica. Find a range of expertly vetted Windsor rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The cost of a wooden rocking chair varies depending on the type of wood used, its finish and craftsmanship. Also, the period that the rocking chair belongs to will define the price of the chair. An antique rocking chair might cost between $500 and $1,500 while a contemporary rocking chair may cost somewhere between $150 and $400. Find a variety of antique, vintage, and contemporary wooden rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.