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Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chair, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant midcentury French Riviera rattan, bamboo and hand-woven wicker rocking chair. This fantastic piece was designed and manufactured in Italy during the 1960s.
This armchair has...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 42.13 in W 23.23 in D 29.93 in
Bentwood Walnut Rocking Chair Cane Rattan Seat Back Rocker
Located in Dayton, OH
Bentwood rocking chair, circa mid 20th century. Made from walnut in classic bentwood styling with rattan back and seat.
Dimensions:
41.5" x 22.5" x 38.5", seat 18.5" to 13.5"
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Mid-20th Century Bauhaus Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Walnut
Mid-Century German Rocking Chair from Deutschen Werkstätten Hellerau, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century wooden rocking chair with pedding cane seat from Deutsche Werkstätten Hellerau.Frame and base are made of light … Read more Mid Century wooden rocking chair with pedding ...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
H 42.91 in W 22.83 in D 19.69 in
Jugendstil Children Rocking Chair, 1910s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Jugendstil Children Rocking Chair, 1910s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1890 to 1919
Additional information:
Materials: Rattan
Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
Dimensi...
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20th Century Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan Children’s Rocking Chair, France, 1950s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Discover the charm and nostalgia of mid-century design with this vintage French rattan children’s rocking chair, dating to the 1950s. Handcrafted with gracefully curved bentwood and ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
H 20.5 in W 15 in D 24.75 in
Brazilian Designer, Rocking Chair, Iron, Rattan, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron and cane rocking lounge chair designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Heavy oxidation to iron legs and frame.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.625” H x 31.5”...
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
Frits Schlegel paper rush rocking chair, by Fritz Hansen
By Frits Schlegel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Frits Schlegel Wicker rocking chair in lacquered beech and with tight and intact paper weave in both seat and back.
The chair was designed in the 1940s in Denmark and is produced ...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Papercord, Rattan, Beech
Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff FWashington Woodcraft Walnut Rattan Rocker!
By Washington Woodcraft, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Stafford, TX
Beautiful rocker in great condition as seen.
Message with questions.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Walnut
H 37.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Vintage Franco Albini Style Bent Bamboo and Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair
Located in Esperance, NY
for sale is this very nice vintage rocking chair that is made out of Bent Bamboo and Rattan. The chair is very well made and comfortable
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Bamboo and rattan rocking chair
By Gervasoni, Bonacina, Franco Albini, Vivai del Sud
Located in Lugo, IT
Bamboo and rattan rocking chair.
This chair is featured in the movie A Man on the Run 2018
Good condition.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Franco Albini style, pair of rattan and bamboo rocking chairs. Italy 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Catania, CT
A pair of rocking chairs in the style of Franco Albini, crafted from rattan and bamboo. Designed in Italy during the 1950s, these chairs showcase an elegant and organic design, combi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 35.44 in
Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Ottoman
By Herb Ritts, Ritts Tropitan
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
Bamboo Rocking Armchair - Italy - 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Pretty bamboo rocking chair, in very good condition.
Solidly built, it still maintains a resilient and functional solid structure, ideal for a patio as well as a conservatory or tea...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Sedia a dondolo vintage in vimini da bambini, 1960s
Located in Quarrata, IT
Sedia a dondolo vintage in vimini da bambini, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Rush
Rattan rocking chair
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Very sculptural rattan rocking chair from the seventies. Canework back and hand woven rattan seat.
Amazing work, very comfortable and in great condition.
Category
Vintage 1970s Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Antique Old Hickory Rocking Arm Chair Adirondack Wagon Wheel Back Lodge Rocker
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Rocking armchair by Old Hickory Furniture Company of Martinsville, Indiana. Features a primitive Adirondack style with flared arms and rattan seat.
History
In the 1800's as pioneers...
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Early 20th Century Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Hickory
H 34.25 in W 31 in D 32 in
20th Century Italian Bamboo & Rattan Rocking Chair c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning mid-century rocking chair crafted in Italy in the 1960s. Featuring a rattan seat and a carefully constructed bamboo frame, the chair balances durability with a graceful ae...
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20th Century Italian Other Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Rocking Chair. 1960s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Rocking Chair. 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage chrome and rattan rocking chair, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century rocking chair made from chromed metal, rattan woven seats and backrest and lacquered wood.
Good condition.
1960s - Italy
Height: 102cm
Width: 50cm
Depth: 95cm
Seat hie...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Bauhaus Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Rattan rocking chair
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Beautiful rattan and canework rocking chair from the seventies. Great quality and condition. Rare
Category
Vintage 1970s Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Primitive Old Handmade Hickory Rattan Woven Rocking Chair Adirondack Rocker
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th Century Hickory Adirondack rocking chair designed in the manner of Old Hickory Furniture. The chair is in the form of #21 an important and popular chair that was made by th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Hickory
H 35.5 in W 25 in D 34 in
Restored Art Deco Rocking Chair, by Thonet, Beech, Rattan, Czech, 1910s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Made by influential Austrian furniture manufacturer Thonet.
This Art Deco rocking chair originates from Bohemia in the early 20th century and was manufactured by Fischel-Thonet. The...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
H 43.31 in W 22.05 in D 41.34 in
Restored Art Deco Rocking Chair with Footrest, by Thonet, Beech, Czech, 1920s
By Thonet
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Made by influential Austrian furniture manufacturer Thonet.
This Art Deco rocking chair originates from Bohemia in the early 20th century and was manufactured by Fischel-Thonet. The...
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
H 41.34 in W 22.84 in D 49.22 in
Restored Mid-century Triple Strand Rattan Springer Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Mid-century triple-strand bent arm springer rattan rocking chair. This rocking chair features a mahogany wood base with a spring-loaded base allowing for a back-and-forth ro...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Restored 3-Strand Reverese Pretzel Rattan Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired, rare three-strand reverse pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with white cushions. This chair features a steam-bent rattan frame.
This r...
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Vintage 1940s Philippine Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Children Rattan Rocking Chair
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unusual children rocking chair is made of rattan. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Steve Rieman, Rocking Chaise Longue, Teak, Rattan, USA, 1976
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and rattan rocking low chair or chaise longue designed and produced by Steve Rieman, USA, c. 1976
Seat height 5”.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Teak
1960s Rattan MCM Wicker Italian Sculptural Circular Rocking Chair
By Franco Bettonica
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan rocking chair you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is exhibited thr...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
"Egg" Rocking Chair by the Societa Anonima Antonio Volpe, Italy, Circa 1922
By Antonio Volpe
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare “Egg” rocking chair in curved and stained wood, with caned seat and back. The wide oval-shaped armrests, giving their name to the model, and allowing gentle swinging, are stabil...
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
H 38.98 in W 28.55 in D 42.13 in
White Stained Beech Rocking Chair by Luigi Grassevig Italy, 1970's
By Luigi Crassevig, Crassevig
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Beautiful 1970's Italian Rocking Chair by Luigi Crassevig for Crassevig
Bentwood Beech that has been white stained
This chair has been made by steaming Beechwood in these curved s...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech
1930s Rustic Organic Double Weave Rattan Sculptural Oak Rocking Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare rattan rocking chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is stat...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Rustic Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Late 20th Century Vintage Coastal Italian Wrapped Rattan Rocking Chair
By Franco Bettonica
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Coastal Italian wrapped rattan rocking chair. After the “Donaoldo” chair designed by Franco Bettonica. A chic bamboo frame with a woven rattan seat and canopy. Ac...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Restored Vintage Rare Snake Arm Rattan Children's Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Paul Frankl inspired one-strand snake arm child's size rattan rocking chair with stick rattan seat.
Restored to new for you.
All rattan, bamboo and wicker furniture has bee...
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Vintage 1950s Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
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. Beautiful design - very 1960s / 1970s and would make a lovely addition to any home, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 36.62 in W 24.81 in D 44.89 in
20th Century Italian Mid Century Rattan Rocking Chair - Vintage Lounge Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, vintage Mid Century modern "French Riviera" rocking chair. This Italian lounge chair was produced in Italy during the 1950 - 1960 time period. The seat is made of thin Ratt...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 35 in W 23.5 in D 38 in
French Vintage Rattan Child’s Rocking Chair
Located in Austin, TX
Rattan child’s rocking chair. From the region of Lyon, France. This chic little chair features a foot rest.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Vintage egg shaped bamboo hanging chair on metal base, 1960's
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black metal foot and pole in good condition
Chair is hanging with a spring to the metal frame. The rattan is in very good original condition.
Rattan chair is 63 cm wide, 65 cm deep...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
1960s French Riviera Bamboo & Rattan Rocking Armchair
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid 20th century French Riviera bamboo and rattan rocking armchair. Bamboo frame and hand woven herringbone rattan on the seat, back and arms. Very elegant design and certainly as ...
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20th Century French French Provincial Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Restored Rare Snake Arm Rattan Rocking Child Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Paul Frankl inspired one-strand snake arm childrens size rattan rocking chair with stick rattan seat.
Professionally restored to original specifications.
We only purchase a...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Rocking Chair by Rohé Noordwolde, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Rattan rocking chair made by Rohé Noordwolde in the 1960s. The chair has beautiful round shapes. The open character of this chair also gives a spatial effect.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Bohemian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Restored Albini Style Child's Stick Reed Reed Rattan Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare Child size oversized Franco Albini-style two-strand round arm stick rattan rocking chair featuring large loops forming both the armrest and the rocker's rails.
1960, Italy
We ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Organic Scandinavian Rocking Armchair Solid Ash Wood Steel & Natural Rattan 1999
By Benjamin Franklin, IKEA
Located in Miami, FL
Scandinavian Modern rocking armchair made out of solid ash, steel frame and natural rattan weaving.
This rocking chair is a lightweight rocker made from handwoven rattan and ash colo...
Category
1990s Swedish Organic Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 35.25 in W 31.5 in D 31.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Rocker
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Pretzel Style midcentury rocker, The condition is amazing. lines are so attractive and unique, sure to grab anyone's attention. This piece sits very comfortable and has room for a cu...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Thonet Ebonized Black Rattan Bergere Rocking Chair Lovely Small Armchair
By Thonet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely small vintage Thonet Rocking armchair with ebonised black frame and rattan seat
Originally designed in the 1800s with elaborate curv...
Category
20th Century English Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
H 31.11 in W 20.08 in D 36.62 in
Mid-Century French Riviera Curved Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chair, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant mid-century French Riviera rocking chair in rattan and bamboo. This fantastic piece was designed and manufactured in Italy during the 1970s.
This chair is unique because i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 43.31 in W 22.84 in D 40.95 in
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair Made of Black Painted Metal and Rattan
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern rocking chair with armrests made of black painted metal and rattan.
Typical 1950s design. Stunning beautiful piece.
Frame is entirely made of black lac...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 35.83 in W 45.28 in D 21.26 in
Bamboo and Rattan Mid-Century Modern Children's Rocking Chair, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern children's rocking chair.
Striking French design from the 1970s.
Executed in bamboo and rattan.
This wonderful Mid-Century Modern children's r...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 24.22 in W 14.97 in D 29.73 in
Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Rocker
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fabulous vintage Coastal rocking chairs. Beautiful bent rattan in two shades of brown. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Rocking Chair Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rocking chair for children. Produced in Denmark.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan
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 Franco Albini’s ‘Rocking Chaise’ for Poggi, all canework and rattan ties are in good co...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 34.65 in W 47.25 in D 22.45 in
Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chairs, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia
- Made of rattan.
- Good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chair, 1960s
Located in Żory, PL
This rattan rocking chair was made in former Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. Please send us a message with your postcode to provide an accurate shipping cost.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Mid Century Italian Bamboo and Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair C.1960
By Franco Albini
Located in London, GB
An Italian 1960’s bamboo and rattan rocking lounge chair, In the manner of Franco Albini’s ‘Rocking Chaise’ for Poggi.
Presented in excellent condition commensurate of age. Warm c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Midcentury Riviera Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chair for Children, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant rocking chair for children, manufactured in Italy during the 1950s.
The chair is in folded rattan, with beautiful details and in very good condition. It is perfect for a ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bamboo, Rattan
H 20.87 in W 14.18 in D 26.38 in
Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chairs, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia
- made of rattan
- good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Ficks Reed Circular Rattan Rocking Chair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Stamford, CT
1970s vintage Ficks Reed yellow rattan or faux bamboo rocking chair with original yellow finish and fabric.
Remarkably good condition. Cushion has stiffened with age.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Bamboo Wicker Rocking Chair, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant and robust Italian Mid-Century Modern bamboo rocking chair.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Pair of Midcentury Cote d'Azur Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chairs, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of elegant midcentury French Riviera rattan and bamboo rocking chairs. This fantastic set was designed and manufactured in Italy during the 1960s.
The chair has a solid ratta...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 42.13 in W 23.23 in D 29.93 in
Haruki Miyagima for Bonacina Italian Midcentuty Rattan Rocking Chair, 1960s
By Haruki Miyagima, Pierantonio Bonacina
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design rocking chair model ‘BP 12’ designed by Haruki Miyagima and manufactured by Pierantonio Bonacina with frame in rattan, rush, and fabric upholstered ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Rush
H 45.28 in W 33.86 in D 55.12 in
Italian Rocking Chair in Rattan
Located in bari, IT
Rocking chair for children in rattan from 50s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan
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An assortment of 20th century rattan rocking chairs is available at 1stDibs. 20th century rattan rocking chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. 20th century rattan rocking chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Rohe Noordwolde, ULUV Krásná jizba and Antonio Volpe are consistently popular.
How Much are 20th Century Rattan Rocking Chairs?
20th century rattan rocking chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,326, while the lowest priced sells for $95 and the highest can go for as much as $9,000.
Finding the Right Rocking Chairs for You
The phrase “rocking chair” didn’t find its way into the dictionary until the mid-18th century. While most of the sitting furniture that we use in our homes originated in either England or France, the iconic rocking chair is a quintessentially American piece of furniture.
A Philadelphia cabinetmaker’s bill for a proto-rocking chair issued in 1742, which identified the seat as a “Nurse Chair with rockers,” is the earliest surviving evidence of this design’s humble beginnings. The nurse chair was a low side chair intended for nursing women, so giving it a soothing rocking motion made sense. Rocking chairs, which saw a curved slat affixed to the chairs’ feet so that they could be literally rocked, quickly gained popularity across the United States, garnering a reputation as a seat that everyone could love. They offered casual comfort without the expensive fabrics and upholstery that put armchairs out of many families’ budgets.
Rocking chairs are unique in that they don’t just offer a place to rest — they offer an opportunity to reminisce. The presence of one of these classic pieces stirs up our penchant for nostalgia and has the power to transform a space. They easily introduce a simple country feel to the city or bring the peaceful rhythm of a porch swing into a sheltered sunroom. Although craftsmen took to painting and stenciling varieties of the chairs that emerged in New England during the 19th century, the most traditional rocking chairs are generally unadorned seats constructed with time-tested materials like wood and metal. As such, a minimalist vintage rocking chair can be ushered into any corner of your home without significantly disrupting your existing decor scheme or the room’s color palette.
In the decades since the first rocker, top designers have made the piece their own. Viennese chair maker Michael Thonet produced a series of rockers in the middle of the 19th century in which the different curved steam-bent wood parts were integrated into fluid, sinuous wholes. Mid-century modernists Charles and Ray Eames added wooden rockers to their famous plastic shell armchair, while Danish designer Frank Reenskaug opted for teak and polished beech, introducing pops of color with small cushions (a precursor to the bold works that would follow in the 1970s and 1980s).
No matter your personal style, let 1stDibs pair you with your perfect seat. Deck out your porch, patio or parlor — browse the vintage, new and antique rocking chairs in our vast collection today.
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