20th Century Specialists Rocking Chairs

A beech rocking chair, suspended in seat and back with woven paper cord. Twisted paper cord woven across an open wood frame has been used to form the seats of Danish chairs since the 1940s but through the 1950s and 1960s paper cord became perhaps the most distinctive and, for some people, the type of seat most closely associated with chairs from the Danish Modern period. When thinking about custom, sustainable, or heirloom quality furniture, the materials used are as important as the design itself. One material that is often vastly underrated is Danish cord...

Danish Beech Rocking chair with Woven Papercord attributed to K. Scröder for Fritz Hansen Cabinetmakers, Denmark 1940s Twisted paper cord woven across an open wood frame has been used to form the seats of Danish chairs since the 1940s, but through the 1950s and 1960s paper cord became perhaps the most distinctive and, for some people, the type of seat most closely associated with chairs from the Danish Modern period. This model is attributed to K. Scröder, who also created armchair “model 1459”, and is believed to have been created by the famed manufactory, Fritz Hansen. When thinking about custom, sustainable, or heirloom quality furniture, the materials used are as important as the design itself. One material that is often vastly underrated is Danish cord...

A beech rocking chair, suspended in seat and back with woven paper cord. Twisted paper cord woven across an open wood frame has been used to form the seats of Danish chairs since the 1940s but through the 1950s and 1960s paper cord became perhaps the most distinctive and, for some people, the type of seat most closely associated with chairs from the Danish Modern period. When thinking about custom, sustainable, or heirloom quality furniture, the materials used are as important as the design itself. One material that is often vastly underrated is Danish cord...

Ole Wanscher teak chair and rocker/ sold as a pair. Solid teak construction, very solid and comfy! Both have the same measurements so they look...

Mogens Kold design teak rocking chair, Denmark. Newly refinished and upholstered in a light grey wool, ready to rock!

This 'Rio' sculptural rocking chaise lounge by Oscar Niemeyer for Fasem International was originally designed in 1978 and produced through this day by the same Italian maker. Featuri...

Ole Wanscher design teak rocker Model 120 for France & Son, Denmark. Newly upholstered in a Danish light grey wool felt, very comfortable and ready to enjoy.

A “gyngestol” (rocking chair) is a staple in Danish design. This rare model by the multitalented Danish designer, upholsterer and furniture architect Bent Møller...

This rocking chair is a special piece of the H. Collection, for as it shows early implications of Modernism while still keeping the quintessential characteristics of the Jugendstil. Art Nouveau, known in different languages by different names, such as “Jugendstil” (Youth Style) in German or “Jugend” for short. In Denmark, it is known as Skønvirke ("Work of beauty") and this oak rocking chair shows where the naming drew inspiration from. This rocking chair has both an artistic and geometric form which is characteristic of the movement’s later years. This chair recalls the ‘Arts & Crafts movement’ and the ‘Mission Style’ as it is very sturdy with quality craftsmanship, which is apparent in the Tenon joinery. At the same time, it doesn't compromise on the aesthetics, keeping the delicate Art Nouveau details, such as the shape of the back- and armrests which show beautiful handiwork. The shard-like back’s vertical slats are wider than later models’, making this rocking chair’s look unique. The aesthetics are further elevated by the seat, which is upholstered in a soft, premium fabric. The Art Nouveau emerged as a counter-movement to the historicism of the 19th century and was an expression of the Avant Garde, the 'New Modernism', which opposed the overloaded style of the ‘New Baroque’ with new forms for all areas of art and life. The ideal of designers of the Jugendstil was to make a house a complete work of art, with everything inside, from the furniture to the dish ware, in perfect harmony. With this ideal in mind, they established their own workshops to produce furniture. Rocking chairs like this were especially popular in Denmark, where Hans Wegner’s upholstered models prevailed.  Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reupholstered recently in premium fabric. Dimensions: 29.52 in W x 30.31 in D x 35.82 in, seat height 19.68 in 75 cm W x 77 cm D x 91 cm H, seat height 50 cm Shipping: This Jugend rocking...

This classic Hans Wegner 'J-16' Rocking Chair for Fredericia was originally designed in 1944 (Denmark) with sensually curved arms inspired by traditional Windsor and Shaker furniture, fused with Wegner’s signature lines. This Wegner J 16 example is in a white finish with corded seat, stamped underneath one arm with Made in Denmark and the production date of January 10, 1985. Consider using this Hans Wegner for Fredericia J16 Rocker in a Mid-Century Modern or Post-Modern home, also consider for a Traditional, Classical or Contemporary home or office. Works great as a standalone rocking armchair or to pair it with a sofa and coffee table, also works great as a hall chair, entryway chair...

Frank Reenskaug for Bramin solid teak rocker, newly re-upholstered in a nubby pale green fabric. Extremely comfortable and solid! Teak in very nice original condition!

Charles and Ray Eames 2nd generation rar rocker. Very clean example! Bought from the original owners! Never out of the house, rockers always on carpet! Shell shows nice fiber, all or...