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How old is the rocking chair?
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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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with matching ottoman. This chair features steam bent rattan frame with Art Moderne styled pink flamingo covered cushions, circa ...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chocolate Brown Beech Rocking Chair 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage rocking chair from beech in chocolate brown color with new made loose seat and back cushions made of light-yellow woolen fabric, 1960s.
A joyful and comfo...
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Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Antique Rocking Chair - Charles Rohlfs / Stickley Era W7212 30% OFF/ SALE
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Antique Rocking Chair from the Jamestown Furniture Co, Buffalo., NY - in the style of Charles Rholf / Stickley Era W7212
The rocker is in excell...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
$1,330 Sale Price
30% Off
Rocking Chair S826 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic rocking chair by Ulrich Böhme for Thonet. Designed in 1971, model S826. Frame made of chrome-plated tubular steel. The rocking chair has been reupholstered and covered with a...
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Vintage 1970s German Bauhaus Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of 30s Old Hickory Rocking Chairs -Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1930s Old hickory rocking chairs with original cane seating and backing. Great chairs in strong and sturdy condition. These have two regular chairs that match for additional ...
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Vintage 1930s American Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
$2,556 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-century Rustic Rocking Chair in Wood and Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rocking easy chair, wood, leather, Europe, 1960s
This mid-century rocking chair, crafted in Europe during the 1960s, is a beautiful blend of rustic...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood