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Antique Mission Rockers

Arts & Crafts Mission Rocker by Gustav Stickley with New Leather Seat
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Arts & Crafts rocking chair by Gustav Stickley, circa 1910. Quarter sawn oak with a new leather seat and padding. Mortise and tenon construction all pegged joints. Very comf...
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Brass

Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Slatted Rocking Chair by Harden C1910
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and comfortable arts & crafts mission rocker by Harden c1910. Mortise and tenon
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1910s American Mission Antique Mission Rockers

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Fabric, Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Quartersawn Oak Bentwood Rocking Arm Chair Rocker
Located in Dayton, OH
A gorgeous American Arts and Crafts Mission chair, circa 1930s This gem features a spindle side and
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Early 20th Century American Mission Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

J.M. Young & Sons Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
J.M. Young & Sons Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocker rocking chair. Item features solid wood
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Early 20th Century North American Mission Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Jm Young Oak Rocker, Circa 1910
By J. M. Young and Sons
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Mission rocking chair by JM Young offers quarter sawn oak construction
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Mission Arts & Crafts Rocker by Harden Quarter Sawn Oak w Leather Seat, C1905
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous large commanding arts & crafts rocker by The Harden co. Fantastic massive thick posts with
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Stickley Brothers Style Rocking Chair C1915
By Stickley Brothers
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Rocking Chair in the style of the Stickley Bros. Quarter sawn oak and
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Fabric, Oak

Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts sewing rocker By Gustav Stickley (model #2627) USA
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

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
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts sewing rocker By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts sewing rocker By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Upholstery, Oak

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts sewing rocker By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

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
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

Signed Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts sewing or nursing rocker By Gustav Stickley USA
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

1900 Gustav Stickely Early Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Youth Rocking Chair
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Monrovia, CA
GUSTAV STICKLEY Early American Craftsman Mission Quarter Sawn Oak Youth Rocker 1900s. Early
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Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Antique Mission Rockers

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Wood, Oak

L. & J.G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts rocker By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

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Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Sculpture Plant Stand Circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Mission plant stand offers quarter sawn oak construction with square display and footed base, c1910 Measures- 36.75''H x 14''W x 14''D
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

American Rustic Mission Style Oak Table Lamp, circa 1920, USA
Located in Girona, Spain
American Rustic Mission oak table lamp Classic Arts & Crafts oak table lamp. The lamp has a four sided shade with caramel slag glass insert and a footed base. All original finish ...
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Early 20th Century American Mission Antique Mission Rockers

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Stained Glass, Wood

Mission Art's & Craft Quarter Sawn Oak Plant Stand
By Stickley Brothers
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Arts & Crafts Period Mission oak plant stand. Belived to be Stickley Brothers C1910. Well constructed and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Was recently oiled.
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Massive Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Conference Dining Table by J. M. Young
By Gustav Stickley, J. M. Young and Sons
Located in New York, NY
Impressive massive Mission, Arts & Crafts conference table by note American Arts and Crafts maker J.M. Young. The table features two large drawers on each of the two longer ( W ) sid...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Arts & Crafts Stickley Style Oak Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
Arts & Crafts quarter-sawn oak side chair in the manner of Gustav Stickley and Stickley Brothers, with slatted rectangular back above a square leather-upholstered seat on square legs...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Upholstery, Oak

Arts and Crafts Oak Hall Stand, 1900
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Hallway unit in Arts and Crafts blond oak, 1900. The uprights of the caned bench are decorated with stylized bellflowers, the large beveled mirror is surrounded by five patinated bra...
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Early 1900s European Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Brass

Arts and Crafts Oak Hall Stand, 1900
Arts and Crafts Oak Hall Stand, 1900
H 76.78 in W 38.98 in D 16.15 in
1920s Arts & Crafts Mission Oak & Leather Lounge Chair by Stickley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1920s Arts & Crafts Mission Oak & Leather Lounge Chair by Stickley Maker: Stickley Country: United States Materials: Oak Wood, New Leather Upholstery Condition: Newly Reupholstere...
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1920s American Antique Mission Rockers

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Wood, Leather

Arts & Crafts 12 Panel Stained Glass Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an original Arts & Crafts hexagonal paneled chandelier. The lamp has 12 steel framed green/white stained glass panels. There are 18 accent cutouts with reddish amber glass in...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Stained Glass

Hand-Made Pair of Boston Rockers for Mother and Child
Located in Asheville, NC
This adorable pair of mother and child Boston Rockers are wonderful examples of timeless American furniture form. At the back of the chairs there are seven turned spindles topped wit...
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19th Century American Antique Mission Rockers

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Maple, Pine, Hickory

Bauhaus Oak Bentwood Chairs Attributed to Thonet #18 Café Chair Set of 6
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Bauhaus style bentwood chairs attributed to Thonet #18 Café chair set of 6. These chairs have been attributed based upon archived research including online sources, ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Bauhaus Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique Rocking Chair, English, Walnut, Armchair, Rocker, Victorian, Circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique rocking chair. An English, walnut framed armchair rocker, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Relax and soothe the day away with this attractive rock...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Mission Rockers

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Textile, Walnut

Antique Stickley Style Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk with Built-In Bookcases
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table with built-in bookcases In the style of Stickley By King Furniture USA, Circa 1900 Measures...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Pair of Late 19th Century Twig Bentwood Painted Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Located in Milford, NH
A fine pair of twig bentwood Adirondack rocking chairs with painted highlights and great overall patina, probably dating to the late 19th century in very good overall condition, with...
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Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Mission Rockers

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Twig, Wood

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Trestle Library Table or Writing Desk
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts trestle library table or writing desk By Gustav Stickley (original label present) USA, circa 1900 Measures: 48"W x 2...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique Stickley Brothers Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Library Table
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table with built-in bookcases By Stickley Brothers USA, Early 20th Century Quarter sawn oak, with ori...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Copper

Antique Stickley Brothers Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Extension Dining Table
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts extension dining table By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with original casters. Measur...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

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Pair of Early Rocking Chairs by Gustav Stickley
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Syracuse, NY
This great pair of early Gus rockers have their original finish and original rope seats. The
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Early 20th Century American Antique Mission Rockers

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Jm Young Oak Rocker, circa 1910
By J. M. Young and Sons
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Mission rocker by JM Young offers quarter sawn oak construction with
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Gus Stickley Mission Oak Rocking Chair, circa 1910
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission rocker in the manner of Gustav Stickley offers oak construction
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Wood, Oak, Upholstery

Mission Style Rocker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful antique Mission style wood and leather rocker. The leather seat and back has scalloped
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Early 20th Century Antique Mission Rockers

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Wood, Leather

Mission Style Rocker
Mission Style Rocker
H 40 in W 26 in D 34.4 in
Antique Oak Mission Style Settee and Rocker
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique oak mission style settee and rocking chair with beautifully carved monk figures.The settee
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Early 20th Century American Antique Mission Rockers

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Rocker by Limbert, 1910
By Limbert Dutch Arts and Crafts Furniture Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission oak rocking chair by Limbert offers slat back and original maker
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Stickley Style Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique mission oak Arts & Crafts stickley style rocker rocking chair. Item features a solid oak
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Early Signed Arts & Crafts Gustav Stickley Oversized Mission Oak Rocker
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique early Arts and Crafts signed Gustav Stickley oversized rocking chair features Mission oak
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Stickley Brothers Mission Oak Wing Chair & Rocker, 1910
By Stickley Brothers
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission set by Stickley Brothers offers wing chair and rocker in oak
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Gustav Stickley Child's Rocker, circa 1910
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission child's rocker by Gustav Stickley offers oak construction with
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Wood, Oak, Leather

Quaint Furniture Stickley Brothers Slat Back Mission Oak Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Quaint furniture Stickley Brothers slat back mission oak Arts & Crafts rocker rocking chair. Item
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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Harden Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Stickley Style Rocking Chair Rocker Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Harden Mission oak Arts & Crafts rocking chair armchair in the Gustav Stickley style. Item
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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

Early Gustav Stickley Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Slat Back Rocker, circa 1910
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Big Flats, NY
An early Gustav Stickley Arts & Crafts Mission oak rocker offers slat back with leatherette back
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Faux Leather, Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Gustav Stickley Oak Rocker, Circa 1910
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Gustav Stickley rocking chair offers quarter sawn oak construction with ladder back and upholstered seat, c1910. Measures- 35''H x 27.25''W x 28.25''D.
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts L & JG Stickley Handicraft Mission Oak Rocker, c 1910
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission rocking chair by L & JG Stickley Handicraft offers handcrafted oak
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique L & J G Stickley Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Sewing Rocker, circa 1910
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission sewing rocker by L & JG Stickley offers oak construction with slat
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Upholstery, Oak

Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Stickley JM Young Style Rocker Rocking Chair Red Seat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Stickley JM Young Style Rocker Rocking Chair Red Seat. Item features
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak, Naugahyde

Antique Limbert Mission Arts & Crafts Ladderback Quartersawn Oak Rocking Chair
By Charles Limbert
Located in Dayton, OH
Limbert rocker, circa 1920s. Made from quartersawn oak with vinyl seat, stamped along underside of
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1920s Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts sewing rocker By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1900
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

Signed Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts rocker By Gustav Stickley (signed with red decal) USA, Circa
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

L. & J.G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts rocker By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Leather, Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Stickley School Mission Oak Rocking Chair, Circa 1910
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission rocker in the manner of Stickley offers oak construction with
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Wood, Oak, Upholstery

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission JM Young Oak Rocker Circa 1910
By J. M. Young and Sons
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Mission rocking chair by JM Young offers quarter sawn oak construction
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak L & JG Stickley Rocker, Circa 1910
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts L & JG Stickley rocker offers quarter sawn oak construction with slat
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Rocker with Cut Out Back, Circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission rocking chairs offers oak construction with back having stylized
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Upholstery, Wood, Oak

Late 19th c. American Mission Wicker Armchair Attr. Heywood-Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in New York, NY
American Mission brown stained and painted wicker arm chair with a woven frame and hoop design
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Late 19th Century American Mission Antique Mission Rockers

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Upholstery, Wicker

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission L & JG Stickley Oak Rocking Chair, Circa 1910
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission L & JG Stickley rocker offers quarter sawn oak construction with
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

Massive Turn of the Century Oak Rocking Chair
By Gustav Stickley
Located in New York, NY
Gutsy masculine turn of the century solid oak rocker. This chair shows Mission, Arts and Crafts as
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak

L and J.G. Stickley Handcrafted Mission Rocker 1907-1912
Located in Los Angeles, CA
L and J.G. Stickley 1907-1912 Handcrafted Mission Rocker with New Upholstery.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Mission Rockers

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Wood, Fabric

Shop of the Crafters, mission chair & rocker set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chair & rocker set by Shop of the Crafters, Cincinnati, Ohio. Fine & original condition
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Early 20th Century American Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak, Leather

Charles Limbert Chair & Rocker
By Charles Limbert
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fine Charles Limbert arm chair and rocking chair. The armchair measures 40.5"h, 29.75"w, 28"d, and the rocking chair measures 36.5"h, 29.75"w, 36.5"d. *Notes: There is no sales t...
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Early 20th Century American Mission Antique Mission Rockers

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Upholstery

Charles Limbert Chair & Rocker
Charles Limbert Chair & Rocker
H 40.5 in W 29.75 in D 28 in
Gustav Stickley Arts & Crafts Rocker, #319
Located in Pasadena, CA
Classic Mission period rocker finely crafted by Gustav Stickley. Open arms with corbeled front
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Early 20th Century American Antique Mission Rockers

Gustav Stickley Arts & Crafts Rocker, #319
Gustav Stickley Arts & Crafts Rocker, #319
H 38.325 in W 29.125 in D 35 in
Gustav Stickley Chair and Rocker Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gustav Stickley chair and rocker set. Model #311, V-back with rush seats, corbels, and thru tenons
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Early 20th Century American Antique Mission Rockers

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Oak, Rush

Gustav Stickley Chair and Rocker Set
Gustav Stickley Chair and Rocker Set
H 35.75 in W 26 in D 20.5 in
THREE-PIECE BAR HARBOR WICKER SET
Located in Sheffield, MA
Matching three-piece Bar Harbor wicker set (3-cushion sofa, armchair, & rocker) in natural stained
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Early 20th Century American Antique Mission Rockers

Limbert Living Room Suite
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fine and rare living room suite by Charles Limbert. Arm chair, rocker, and settle. Original
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Early 20th Century American Antique Mission Rockers

Three-Piece High Style Stick Wicker Set
Located in Sheffield, MA
bandings. Mission style influence to squared frames & angled arms. Set includes an exceptionally long (83
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Mission Rockers

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Reed

GRAND SCALE ART DECO WICKER SET
Located in Sheffield, MA
Signed Heywood-Wakefield grand scale Art Deco matching wicker set with strong Mission influence to
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Early 20th Century American Antique Mission Rockers

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Reed

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Antique Mission Rockers For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique mission rockers is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and fabric, all antique mission rockers available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of antique mission rockers available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique mission rockers bearing Arts and Crafts hallmark is very popular at 1stDibs. Gustav Stickley, Charles Limbert and Limbert Dutch Arts and Crafts Furniture Company each produced beautiful antique mission rockers that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Mission Rockers?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $960, while they’re typically $600 on the low end and $7,500 highest priced.

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.