Designer Rocking Chairs
Vintage 1910s Swedish Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Mohair, Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Rocking Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Pine
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Bamboo
Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Rocking Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Steel
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Beech
2010s American Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Other Rocking Chairs
Laminate
2010s Italian Post-Modern Rocking Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Boxwood
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Cane, Beech
Vintage 1980s American Minimalist Rocking Chairs
Pine
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1990s American Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Rosewood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Rocking Chairs
Iron
2010s Italian Post-Modern Rocking Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Chrome
2010s Philippine Modern Rocking Chairs
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Rocking Chairs
Sheepskin
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Rocking Chairs
Sheepskin
Vintage 1980s Finnish Post-Modern Rocking Chairs
Chrome, Iron
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Walnut, Fabric
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Beech, Leather
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Wool, Rosewood
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Rocking Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Rocking Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Rocking Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Ash
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Birch
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Rocking Chairs
Wood, Leather, Cord
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Beech, Boxwood, Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Rocking Chairs
Rattan
2010s Philippine Modern Rocking Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s Philippine Modern Rocking Chairs
Stainless Steel
Antique 1850s English Victorian Rocking Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Rocking Chairs
Plastic
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Bamboo
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Plywood
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Ash
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Raffia
Late 20th Century American Rocking Chairs
Suede, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Rocking Chairs
Metal, Iron
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2024What 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.
- What is a Boston rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a Windsor rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
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A rocking chair helps soothe infants, children, and adults alike. The rocking and swaying movement helps create a meditative and lethargic state.
- How old is the rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The 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, 2022To 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.
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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, 2022To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Who the most famous chair designer is may refer to many different people. Arne Jacobsen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Philippe Starck, Hans Wegner, Verner Panton and Le Corbusier have all designed iconic chairs over time. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the coconut chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022George Nelson designed the coconut chair in 1956. Herman Miller continues to produce the curvy accent chair based on his original design. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of coconut chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Who designed Paimio Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto designed the Paimio chair for a tuberculosis sanatorium in the town of Paimio, Finland. The bent plywood chair debuted in the early 1930s. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a range of Alvar Aalto chairs.
- Who designed the Hand chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Transat chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Eileen Gray designed the Transat chair in 1922. Its name comes from the luxury ocean liners that took passengers on transatlantic voyages during the early 20th century. Gray became inspired to create the chair after sitting in deck chairs on one such ship. Shop a range of Transat chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Aeron chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Don Chadwick and Bill Stumpf designed the Aeron chair. The pair introduced the mesh-upholstered ergonomic chair in 1994, and it has been one of Herman Miller's best-selling office chairs ever since. Its innovative design has even earned it a place in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York. Find a range of Aeron chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Z Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya & Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Who designed the Bird chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Italian-American designer and artist Harry Bertoia designed the Bird chair in 1952. It features a tubular base and a wire basket seat. Today, Knoll Furniture continues to manufacture the mid-century modern furnishing. Find a selection of Bird chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the LC1 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, the venerated Swiss-born architect-designer known as Le Corbusier, and collaborators Pierre Jeanneret (Le Corbusier’s cousin) and Charlotte Perriand designed the LC1 chair in the late 1920s. Its unique design allows the backrest to move as you shift positions, allowing the chair to deliver optimal support. The LC1 was part of a series that saw the trio of designers carrying out bold experiments with tubular chromed steel, just as architect and Bauhaus faculty member Marcel Breuer had executed with his cantilever Cesca chair around the same time. Find a range of Le Corbusier chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who designed LC2 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret designed the LC2 chair, also known as the Cassina armchair. Their design debuted at the 1927 Autumn Salon in Paris, France. On 1st 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Le Corbusier chairs.
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