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19th Century American Hitchcock High Back Rocking Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century American hitchcock high back rocking chair Fine antique rocking chair - Classic
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Antique Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Colonial American High-Back Rocking Chair by Herman De Vries for Sikes Furniture
By Herman de Vries, Sikes Chair Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Colonial American style solid maple wood high-back rocking chair designed by Herman de Vries for
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Vintage 1930s American American Colonial Rocking Chairs

Materials

Maple

Pine Rocking Chair by Designer Craftsman Jeremy Broun
Located in Munich, DE
Signed high back rocking chair by woodworker Jeremy Broun.
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Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Pine

Rocking Chair in Bamboo and Rattan Attributed to Franco Albini, 1950’s
By Franco Albini
Located in Hastings, GB
A wonderful 1950’s bent bamboo and rattan high backed rocking chair, very much in the style of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

1966 Tendo Mokko Heron Highback Rocking Chair Ottoman Japan
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Tendo Mokko Heron high back rocking chair lounge and footrest Japan bentwood with original
Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Oak "Razor Blade" Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG, Denmark, c. 1970's
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
Crafted from gorgeous quarter-sawn white oak, this rare high-back rocking chair was designed by the
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Mid-Century Modern High Back Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
! Rock-a-way the stress of the day in this beautiful high back rocker with a solid oak frame and its
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Ingmar Relling for Westnofa High-Back Sculptural Teak Rocking Chair, 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 1960s Scandinavian Modern high-back teak rocking chair with original upholstery by Ingmar Relling
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Beech, Teak

Danish Modern High Back Solid Teak Rocking Chair by Juul Kristensen
By Juul Kristensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Juul Kristensen Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Dimensions: 25.5? wide x 28? deep x 43? tall Seat: 20? wide x 20? deep x 18? tall Condition: Newly ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Large American Shell Back Rocking Chair C.1950
Located in Accrington, GB
A large American rocking chair dating to the 1950’s. The rocker is made from solid cherry wood
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Vintage 1950s American American Classical Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Large American Shell Back Rocking Chair C.1950
Large American Shell Back Rocking Chair C.1950
H 45.48 in W 26.38 in D 44.89 in
Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Cane Seat Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern, beech wood, rocking chair features a high spindle back with newly caned seat
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Danish Modern Frank Reenskaug for Bramin Teak Spindle Back Rocking Chair
By Bramin Mobler, Frank Reenskaug
Located in Garnerville, NY
Frank Reenskaug for Bramin teak spindle back. Signed with Barman, Made in Denmark/Danish Control
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Canvas, Cotton, Teak

Arthur Umanoff Rocking Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
rocking chair showcases his signature style and attention to detail. Crafted from high-quality
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arthur Umanoff Rocking Chair
Arthur Umanoff Rocking Chair
H 30 in W 22 in D 28.25 in
Milo Baughman Rocking Egg Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
A high back rocking egg chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Reupholstered and
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Vintage 1970s Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Milo Baughman Rocking Egg Chair
Milo Baughman Rocking Egg Chair
H 44 in W 37 in D 36 in
Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
rocking chair showcases his signature style and attention to detail. Crafted from high-quality
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff
Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff
H 30 in W 22 in D 28.25 in
New England Antique Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique rocking chair constructed of solid wood. High headrest and spindle back with long elegant
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Early 20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

New England Antique Rocking Chair
New England Antique Rocking Chair
H 32 in W 22 in D 30 in
Vintage Walnut Rocking Chair by Biedermeier
By Biedermeier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
beautiful rocker features a high back backrest that provides comfort and style. The chair also features a
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Antique Late 19th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Rustic Primitive Adirondack Twig Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Primitive, Adirondack, craftsman rocking chair features a rustic twig frame with contoured, slat
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Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Twig, Cherry, Bentwood

Modernist Chrome and Caned Rocking Chair
By Max Sauze, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
High style post modern design rocking chair having a chrome frame, with caned seat and back rest
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chrome

American Victorian Wicker Woven Rocking Chair
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in New York, NY
American Victorian natural wicker ornate high back platform rocking chair with woven rolled arms
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker

No*10 Rocking Chair, Michael Thonet
By Michael Thonet
Located in London, GB
. The chair features a generously sized newly hand-woven cane seat and high back. The use of cane
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

No*10 Rocking Chair, Michael Thonet
No*10 Rocking Chair, Michael Thonet
H 40.16 in W 19.69 in D 40.95 in
Rare Jordi Vilanova 'Tartera' Rocking Chair
By Jordi Vilanova i Bosch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jordi Vilanova i Bosch,' Tartera' rocking chair, boxwood, beech, and fabric, Spain, design 1966
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Boxwood

Rare Jordi Vilanova 'Tartera' Rocking Chair
Rare Jordi Vilanova 'Tartera' Rocking Chair
H 32.88 in W 27.17 in D 35.44 in
Oak Arts & Crafts Mission Rocking Chair, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
. Quarter-sawn oak frame with two hand-carved monks in the back rest. The rocking chair has been re
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Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Oak Arts & Crafts Mission Rocking Chair, 1900s
Oak Arts & Crafts Mission Rocking Chair, 1900s
H 34.26 in W 26.58 in D 32.68 in
Vintage Coastal Rattan Rocking Chairs after Franco Albini
By Franco Albini
Located in Trenton, NJ
, airy feel into any room. The chair's design features a classic high-back structure, ensuring support
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Rock-a-Chair Cantilever Rocker Chair in Harvest Gold Vinyl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage rock-a-chair cantilever rocker chair in Harvest Gold Vinyl. $1,450 This Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rare Jordi Vilanova Pair of 'Tartera' Rocking Chairs
By Jordi Vilanova i Bosch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jordi Vilanova i Bosch,' pair of Tartera' rocking chairs, boxwood, beech, and fabric, Spain, design
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech, Boxwood, Fabric

Rocking Chair And Its Footrest, Beech, Spirit "Thonet" 1900
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Rocking Chair And Its Footrest, Beech, Spirit "Thonet" 1900 Curved Beech Rocking Chair, attributed
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20th Century Austrian French Provincial Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Modern Thonet Style Chrome Frame Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
wooden rockers ensure a fluid rocking motion, while padded armrests and high back seat ensure optimal
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Metal, Steel

Bended beechwood rocking chair with rattan seat, circa 1900
Located in Delft, NL
Bended beechwood rocking chair with rattan seat, circa 1900 An English wooden bended rocking chair
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Early 20th Century British Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

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

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Rocking Chair Upholstered in Champagne Ivory Peruvian Alpaca
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
, this beautiful Vladimir Kagan Rocking Chair is constructed of curved walnut with a rich grain. Look at
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Hide, Alpaca, Walnut

Modern Designer Studio Crafted Rocking Chair Rocker Mid-Century Style
Located in Wayne, NJ
Studio crafted rocking chair rocker. At the front the seat height is 19 1/4". At it's lowest point
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Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mademoiselle Rocking Chair Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1956 for Artek
By Artek, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Lejre, DK
Mademoiselle rocking chair is an example of Artek's continued commitment to creating high-quality furniture
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Birch

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

Georg Jensen Sculpted Teak & Boucle Wool Rocking Chair for Kubus Møbler
By Søren Georg Jensen, Kubus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Georg Jensen sculpted teak & boucle wool rocking chair for Kubus Møbler
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Gustav Siegel, by J & J Kohn, Tall Stylish Secessionist Bentwood Rocking Chair
By Gustav Siegel, J.&J. Khon 1
Located in London, GB
Gustav Siegel. A tall high back stylish Viennese Secessionist ebonised bentwood rocking chair
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Original Vintage Charles & Ray Eames RAR Rocking Chair for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Iron

Danish Modern Teak Rocking Chairs by Holger Georg Jensen for Tonder Mobelvaerk
By Holger Georg Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful Danish modern teak rocking chair by Holger Georg Jensen for Tonder Mobelvaerk, circa
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Franco Albini Style Mid-Century Bent Bamboo and Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair
By Franco Albini
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Franco Albini style vintage mid-century bent bamboo & rattan high backed rocking or lounge chair
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Nichols & Stone Hitchcock Style Rocking Chair in Honor of U.S. Gen. Thayer
By Nichols & Stone
Located in Germantown, MD
Stunning Hitchcock Style Rocking Chair crafted by Nichols & Stone. Splendid black, gold and tan
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Vintage 1960s American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

Materials

Oak

Fine Pair Of L.and J.G. Stickley Arts And Crafts Style Rocking Chairs
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Bridgeport, CT
and branded number 032. Each Rocking Chair measures 25.5” wide by 30.75” deep by 40.5” high. Seat
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21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Hans Wegner Rocking Chair Model J16 in Painted Beech with Woven Paper Cord Seat
By FDB Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Wonderful model J16 rocking chair by the Scandinavian Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler, designed in 1944
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Beech

RED DOT WINNER Dietiker Monâne Modern Rocking Stool, by Greutmann Bolzern
By Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
- Intelligent design, highly engineered rocking stool - Stacks up to 3 - High quality American Walnut New from
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Early 2000s Hungarian Minimalist Rocking Chairs

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Victorian Wicker Rocker with Interlocking Circle Arms and Spider Woven Back
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This Victorian ladies rocker matches the youth chair we have also listed. The arms and back are
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker

"Gunga" Hanging Swing Chair in Aluminium and Naval Rope Handmade
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
sensitive and unique work of manual ancestral weaving. It comes with 1 seat cushion, 1 back cushion
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Victorian Wicker Parlor Set ‘His, Her and Child's’ Chairs, Settee and Rocker
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
of high quality with wood beads on the legs of the chairs and openwork curlicues cut into the backs
Category

Antique 1890s American Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Mid Century Platform Rocker Designed by Milo Baughman for James Furniture
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
upholstered high back, and seat, an exposed architectural wood frame. The chair is in overall good condition
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1930s Restored Francois Carre Large Cantilever Rockers - a Pair
By Francois Carre
Located in Evans, GA
spring, stiffener and rivet throughout the chairs. All components have been taken back to bare metal and
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 120 Rocker Ole Wanscher France & Son John Stuart
By Ole Wanscher, France & Søn, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Topeka, KS
attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1950s-1960’s. Let’s Rock… Everybody, Let’s Rock! Everybody
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Waterwheel Woodworkers Oak Rocking Chair
Located in New York, NY
traditional rocking chair silhouette with a high back, wide seat, and curved runners. The label and impressed
Category

20th Century American Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood

Victorian Child's Rocking Chair. American, Circa 1875
Located in Incline Village, NV
Lovely child's mid-Victorian hardwood rocking chair, ebonized with hand painted polychromed floral
Category

Antique 1870s American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rocking chair in pine and leather, France 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Step back into 1970s France with this rocking chair. Solidly constructed from pine, it is covered
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Vintage 1970s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Pine

Rocking chair in pine and leather, France 1970s
Rocking chair in pine and leather, France 1970s
H 32.68 in W 29.14 in D 41.74 in
19th Century Brown Painted Windsor Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century high back windsor rocker has bamboo turnings and has a brown painted surface. The
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Antique 19th Century American Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood, Pine

Gerard van den Berg 'Rock' Lounge Chair for Montis
By Montis, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
frameless design with soft curves and high back. Sleek single lounge chair version of 'The Rock' loveseat
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Rare Mid Century modern Poul Hundevad Rocking Chair
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Weesp, NL
Poul Hundevad rare mid century modern rocking chair Extremely rare oak and canvas 1950s safari
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Canvas, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Leather and Plywood Lounge Rocking Chair
Located in Weesp, NL
Stylish and extremely comfortable lounge / rocking chair made in the 1970s. The chair has a
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Danish Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher 1950s with New Upholstery
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in St-Brais, JU
Rare mid-century rocking chair designed by Danish Professor Ole Wanscher. Made in Denmark by France
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Danish Teak Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher 1950s with New Upholstery
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in St-Brais, JU
Rare mid-century rocking chair designed by Danish Professor Ole Wanscher. Made in Denmark by France
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Wool, Teak

1970s Pair of Rattan Rocking and Swivel Lounge Chair with Ottoman , USA
By McGuire
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Ergonomic , comfortable with a superb laid back attitude . Well made construction with a sturdy
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Hand Carved Spindle Birdcage Cage Back Chairs Flowers Birds-set of 6
Located in El Cajon, CA
Solid rock maple heirloom dining chairs, hand carved with the most charming birds and flowers motif
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Late 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

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High Back Rocking Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of high back rocking chairs is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct high back rocking chairs — often made from wood, fabric and hardwood — can elevate any home. High back rocking chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Victorian high back rocking chairs are consistently popular styles. High back rocking chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Herman de Vries, France & Søn and Heywood Brothers & Co. are consistently popular.

How Much are High Back Rocking Chairs?

High back rocking chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,875, while the lowest priced sells for $895 and the highest can go for as much as $6,500.

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 High Back Rocking Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    High-backed old-fashioned chairs are often called wingback chairs. They may not offer structural support, but the wings on antique and vintage wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose or did, when the design was first conceived in England in the 1600s. Back then, the armchair protrusions were meant to protect the sitter from drafts and from the strong heat radiating from the large fireplaces that were popular at the time. This explains why the wingback is so strongly associated with cozying up by the fireplace. Although the functional aspect of a wingback may be obsolete in the 21st century, the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern wingback chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.