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Classic American Rocking Chair

American Classic Solid Cherry & Leather Seat Rocking Chair Mission Style
Located in San Diego, CA
An American classic well built solid cherry and leather upholstered seat , Rocking chair by America
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20th Century American Mission Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Cherry

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

Classic Rocking Chair in Ash by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
in 2016, the Classic rocking chair was featured in the American Pavilion at Expo 1967 and has
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Ash

Classic Rocking Chair in Ebonized Ash by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
in 2016, the Classic rocking chair was featured in the American Pavilion at Expo 1967 and has
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Ash

Vintage Antique Rush Seat Child Rocking Chair
Located in Trenton, NJ
This antique rush seat child rocking chair is a charming piece that combines nostalgic style and
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Mid-20th Century Unknown American Colonial Rocking Chairs

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Textile, Rush, Wood

Handcrafted Artisan Studio Rocking Chair by Jeffry Mann 1987
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous handcrafted artisan studio rocking chair by Jeffry Mann, circa 1987. This American made
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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Maple

Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller RAR Rocking Chair Restored in Go
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
The classic Eames Rocker! A cult-favourite design gets an added oomph, restored in our cozy, soft
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Fiberglass, Birch

Vintage Wicker Rocker by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Absolutely amazing rocking chair from legendary American design master Arthur Umanoff for Shaver
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

6 Vintage "Wishbone" Style Chairs by Blowing Rock Furniture
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
! Made by the respected craftsmen of North Carolina's Blowing Rock Furniture of solid North American
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

JAMES RIZZI "City People" Rosenthal Germany Collectible Plate Limited Edition
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Lounge Chair (1969), Verner Panton’s Relaxer Rocking Chair (1974), Burchard Vogtherr's Vario Pillo
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Late 20th Century American Expressionist Decorative Art

Materials

Porcelain

"Elvis", Denied Andy Warhol Silver & Black Pop Art Painting by Charles Lutz
By Charles Lutz
Located in Brooklyn, NY
King of Rock and Roll, Elvis was the biggest star alive: a cultural phenomenon of mythic proportions
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21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings

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Enamel

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Pagwood Pagholz Children's 1960s Little Chair
By Pagholz Flötotto
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Beautiful chair stamped "Pagwood Pagholz" and numbered. Remarkable process: the seat shell and the backrest are made of a mixture of wood and resin, known as "pagwood". Pagholz chair...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Pagwood Pagholz Children's 1960s Little Chair
Pagwood Pagholz Children's 1960s Little Chair
H 24.41 in W 11.82 in D 13.39 in
Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Stylish child’s bentwood rocking chair attached to Thonet. This example is in very good original condition showing only light wear normal and consistent with age. Measures: Total H ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Rocking Chairs

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Cane, Bentwood

Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair
Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair
H 24.5 in W 16 in D 28 in
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts rocker By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with newly reupholstered brown leather seat cushion. Measures: 25.5"W x 29...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Antique Children's Horse Head Rocking Chair
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and unusual form antique American early wooden child’s toy horse rocker with cushioned seat and beautiful patina. Dating to the mid-19th century, the primitive rocker having a...
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Children's Furniture

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Leather, Wood, Paint

Antique Heywood Wakefield Woven Wicker Victorian Platform Rocker Rocking Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Heywood Wakefield Woven Wicker Victorian platform rocker rocking chair. Item features carved wood platform rocker base with rolling casters, ornate woven wicker wrapped frame...
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Antique 19th Century North American Victorian Rocking Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

Arts & Crafts Fumed Oak Rocking Chair by Gustave Stickley, no. 311 1/2
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shippensburg, PA
MISSION EBONIZED OAK ROCKING CHAIR NO. 311 1/2 Gustave Stickley ca. 1904-7, red ink maker's mark to the reverse Item # 309VAX24P Described in their 1904 catalogue as being "Craftsma...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

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Faux Leather, Oak

Nanna Ditzel, High Baby Chair for Kolds Savværk, 1955
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Uppsala, SE
Baby chair in beech, model ND54, designed by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savværk in 1955. This is an early example made in the mid 20th century. The foot board is height adjustable and ca...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Children's Furniture

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Leather, Beech

Rare Iron and Chrome Rocking-Chair, circa 1970
Located in L'Escala, ES
Beautiful and rare iron and chrome rocking-chair, manufactured in 1970, in perfect vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century French Rocking Chairs

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Chrome, Iron

Rare Iron and Chrome Rocking-Chair, circa 1970
Rare Iron and Chrome Rocking-Chair, circa 1970
H 37.8 in W 23.63 in D 35.44 in
Pair of Rosewood & Leather Lounge Chairs (Henry Walter (h.w.) Klein for Bramin
By Henry W Klein, Henry Walter Klein, H.W. Klein, Design Bramin, Bramin Mobler
Located in Fort Collins, CO
Danish Modern pair of lounge chairs in original brown pebbled leather and rosewood. Designed by Henry Walter (H.W.) Klein for Bramin, 1970s Originally known as N.A. Jørgensen, Danis...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Rosewood, Leather

Antique Smoker's Bow, English, Ash, Elm, Elbow, Captain's Chair, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique smoker's bow. An English, ash and elm elbow or captain's chair, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1900. Delightful country house appeal with a classic bow f...
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Antique Late 19th Century British Armchairs

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Ash, Elm

Dark Gold Velvet Baby Rabbit Chair, Stefano Giovannoni, Made in Italy
By Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. The idea of the rabbit, a gentle, lovable and shy animal, comes from the association of its ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet

18th c. Swedish Rococo Period Arm Chair in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
An 18th c Rococo period armchair from Lindome, Sweden, hand-scraped to the original paint and newly upholstered in linen. Lovely shell motif on the back and seat frame with cabriole ...
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Armchairs

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Linen, Wood, Paint

Ettore Sottsass, Knoll, Mid-Century Modern, Mandarin Armchairs, Italy, 1990s
By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Stamford, CT
Ettore Sottsass, Knoll, Mid-Century Modern, Mandarin Armchairs, Italy, 1990s Set of five mid-century modern arm chairs designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll in Italy, 1986. Featurin...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts rocker By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with original olive green leather seat. Measures: 25.25"W x 27.5"D x 34.5...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Italy Midcentury Pair of Mahogany Chiavari Chairs by Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Very rare pair of Chiavari chairs in ebonized mahogany by Paolo Buffa. The chairs have original fabric seating in geometric designs in excellent conditions. Gilt brass feet. Measures...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

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Mahogany

American Walnut Rocking Chair with Rush Seat. Circa 1870
Located in Hollywood, SC
American Walnut rocking chair with rush seat. 19th Century
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Antique 1870s American American Classical Rocking Chairs

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Rush, Walnut

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Vintage Midcentury Fiberglass Rocking Chair by Charles Eames
By Charles Eames
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a classic American made fiberglass rocking chair designed by Charles Eames. This early
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fiberglass

Bouncer”Chairs Mid-Century Modern, Wrought Iron
Located in Long Island, NY
A Mid-Century Modern pair of bouncer chairs. The chairs are classically styled vintage wrought iron
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Springer Armchair Black Leather by KEM Weber for Lloyd Mfg, Bauhaus, Deco, 1935
By Kem Weber
Located in Madison, WI
steel springs, it functions as a rocking chair. The leather hand of the cushions is luxurious. A Classic
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Armchairs

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Chrome

Blonde Brendan Rocking Chair/ Leather Seat
Located in Malibu, CA
Greg Aanes American made original classic rocking chair. This model is the Brendan chair; "designed
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Vintage 1970s American American Classical Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Birdseye Maple

Torben Skov Black Rocking Chair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
drawn over Classic Danish and American armchairs and minimised to a single geometric expression using
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Plywood

Torben Skov Black Rocking Chair
Torben Skov Black Rocking Chair
H 41.34 in W 22.05 in D 39.38 in
Vintage Mid Century Fiberglass Rocking Chair by Charles Eames
By Charles Eames
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a classic American made fiberglass rocking chair designed by Charles Eames. This early
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fiberglass

Mid-Century Modern Paddle-Arm Rocking Chair, Circa 1960's
Located in Peabody, MA
Classic low-slung mid-century American modern rocker with paddle arms, circa 1960s. Brass accents.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Polished Chrome Curvilinear Rocking Chair in Olive Leather
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modern rocking chair was realized in the United States circa 1970
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Mid Century Hand Rubbed Walnut Rocking Chair in Holly Hunt Champagne Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern sculptural hand rubbed walnut rocking chair was realized in the
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller 'RAR' Rockers with Sheepskins
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
The classic Eames rocker! A cult-favorite design gets an added treasure with our cozy, soft New
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Mid-20th Century North American Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin

1910 Rustic Adirondack Bentwood and Board Rocker
Located in Peekskill, NY
200 lbs and can sit in it. They are not only a chair but a Classic piece of American art.
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Rocking Chairs

Milo Baughman 360 Degree Swivel and Tilt Club Chairs in Zebra Hide
By Milo Baughman
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
, architectural and Classic. A matching pair of Baughman swivel chairs is a rare statement; the zebra hide brings
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Zebra Hide

Sam Maloof Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Sam Maloof
Located in Fulton, CA
rocking chairs-regarded by many craft artists as the most difficult type of furniture to make-was the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Sam Maloof Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Sam Maloof Lounge Chair and Ottoman
H 38 in W 29.13 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Midcentury Swivel + Tilt Barrel Back Chairs - After Milo Baughman
By Harvey Probber, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Decatur, GA
Gorgeous pair of swivel + rocking barrel back lounge chairs by Selig with American black walnut
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Bouclé, Chenille, Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 9 (+1) Nino Zoncada Dining Chairs from the SS Eugenio C.
By Nino Zoncada
Located in Hanover, MA
These chairs rock nostalgia for a bygone era of traveling by ocean liner. These nine (+1*) dining
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Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Pair of Antique Cream French Louis XVI Arm Chairs
Located in North York, ON
These are antique chairs that have been masterfully restored by our expert craftsmen here at
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20th Century American Armchairs

American Folk Milk-Painted Rocking Chair
Located in New York, NY
American black milk-painted rocking chair, likely from the 19th century. Here are the details
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Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern rocking chair features Classic Mid-century design and Pairs American
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Sam Maloof Style American Craftsman Rocking Chair with Brass Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized Sam Maloof styled American craftsman rocking chair. This generously proportioned armchair
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20th Century American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

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Brass

Shaker Maple Arm Rocking Chair
By Mt. Lebanon Shaker Community
Located in Atlanta, GA
made in Mount Lebanon Shaker Community in New York. Classic American early craftsmanship with beautiful
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

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Maple

Shaker Maple Arm Rocking Chair
Shaker Maple Arm Rocking Chair
H 42 in W 25.5 in D 31 in
Torben Skov White Rocking Chair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
drawn over Classic Danish and American armchairs and minimized to a single geometric expression using
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Torben Skov White Rocking Chair
Torben Skov White Rocking Chair
H 41.34 in W 22.05 in D 39.38 in
Classic 1910 Rustic Adirondack Bentwood Rocker
Located in Peekskill, NY
over 200 lbs and can sit in it. They are not only a chair but a Classic piece of American art.
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Rocking Chairs

American Adirondack Hickory Rocker with Woven Back and Seat
Located in Carmel, CA
Classic adirondack rocker with barrel back and bentwood arms. The back and seat are woven hickory
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

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Hickory

L. & J.G. Stickley Arts & Crafts Oak and Leather Rocker, circa 1920s
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in San Francisco, CA
century American classic in quarter sawn oak with vertical slat sides and back. Original finish with
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Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Pair of Mid-Century Milo Baughman Swivel Chairs with Walnut Base, 1970's
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mid-century swivel chairs, Milo Baughman attr., 1960's. This classic pair of swivel
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Early Henredon Swivel Club Chairs
By Henredon
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Early Henredon Swivel Club Chairs. Classic shape and style. Incredible rock solid
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Metal

Capitello Lounge Chair by Studio 65 for Gufram
By Gufram Furniture, Studio 65
Located in Waalwijk, NL
is that this chair uses the original shape that is normally made out of a rock solid material to make
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Polyurethane

Capitello Lounge Chair by Studio 65 for Gufram
Capitello Lounge Chair by Studio 65 for Gufram
H 27.96 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Def Leppard Snake Table FBT Joe Elliott
Located in Dallas, TX
, the lead singer of the classic rock band Def Leppard. The table was purchased by me from Joe Elliott
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Late 20th Century English Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Def Leppard Snake Table FBT Joe Elliott
Def Leppard Snake Table FBT Joe Elliott
H 25.5 in W 126.5 in D 48 in
American Craftsman Child's Rocking Chair
Located in Alhambra, CA
American craftsman child size rocking chair. Reconditioned oak frame. New leather seat with
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Rocking Chair with Dramatic Free Form Arm by George Nakashima, 1973
By George Nakashima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic Nakashima rocking chair with very unique free form arm with rosewood butterfly
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Vintage 1970s American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

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Hickory, Rosewood, Walnut

American Mid-19th Century Boston Rocker, circa 1840
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a lovely example of a Classic American mid-19th century Boston rocker, retaining its
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Antique 1840s American Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Rosewood and Leather Rocker by Angel Pazmino, Ecuador, 1960s
By Angel Pazmino
Located in Sylacauga, AL
A rocking chair by South American modernist Angel Pazmino for Muebles de Estilo in solid rosewood
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Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Western Themed Living Room Ensemble
Located in North Hollywood, CA
American classic, the "wild west" look has been absorbed into fashion, film, music, and even furniture
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Vintage 1950s American Living Room Sets

Materials

Faux Leather

Classic Bar Harbor Style American Wicker Rocker
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Classic American rocking chair is painted obsidian brown by Pratt and Lambert.
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Vintage 1910s American American Classical Rocking Chairs

Materials

Reed

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Classic American Rocking Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic classic American rocking chair available at 1stDibs. A classic American rocking chair — often made from wood, hardwood and animal skin — can elevate any home. Find 8 options for an antique or vintage classic American rocking chair now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer classic American rocking chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A classic American rocking chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made classic American rocking chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Mel Smilow, Arthur Umanoff and Charles and Ray Eames are consistently popular.

How Much is a Classic American Rocking Chair?

A classic American rocking chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,600, while the lowest priced sells for $296 and the highest can go for as much as $83,000.

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.