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Black Bentwood Rocking Chair

Bentwood Striped Rocking Chair
Located in New York, NY
Bentwood double circle design rocking chair with striped upholstery (19th Cent.)
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Rocking Chairs

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Bentwood, Upholstery

Bentwood Striped Rocking Chair
Bentwood Striped Rocking Chair
H 42 in W 23 in D 48 in
Austrian Bentwood Scroll Leather Rocking Chair
By Michael Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Austrian Bentwood (19th Cent) scroll design rocking chair with embossed leather upholstery. (THONET
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Rocking Chairs

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Bentwood, Leather

1960s Upholstered Bentwood Rocking Chair by TON
By TON a.s.
Located in High Point, NC
This vintage wooden chair was produced in Czechia, circa 1960. A rocking armchair sculpted with
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bouclé, Bentwood

Bauhaus Style Black Vinyl & Chrome Bentwood Style Rocking Chair After Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Bauhaus style black vinyl faux leather & chrome bentwood style rocking chair after
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Late 20th Century Unknown Bauhaus Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Bentwood Rocking Chair Attributed to Thonet, Early 20th Century
By Thonet
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Classic Vienna Secession style bentwood rocking chair with embossed wooden seat and back, and
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Rocking Chairs

Paul Tuttle Swiss Rocking chair cowleather steel black wood
By Paul Tuttle
Located in Valladolid, ES
This is a good example of a "Nonna" rocking chair, designed by Paul Tuttle in 1972 for Strässle
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Egg Rocking Chair by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Antonio Volpe
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Rare No. 267 egg rocking chair designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1922 and produced in a limited run by
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Egg Rocking Chair by Josef Hoffmann
Egg Rocking Chair by Josef Hoffmann
H 95 in W 165 in D 74 in
Rocking Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in Vienna, AT
Black lacquered beech structure seating in blond wood, designed in the late 1950s by Ilmari
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

No*10 Rocking Chair, Michael Thonet
By Michael Thonet
Located in London, GB
A vintage No.10 bentwood and cane rocking chair in black lacquer by Thonet, Austria. The Model No
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

No*10 Rocking Chair, Michael Thonet
No*10 Rocking Chair, Michael Thonet
H 40.16 in W 19.69 in D 40.95 in
Rocking Chair "Nonna" by Paul Tuttle for Strässle International Switserland 1970
By Paul Tuttle, Strässle International
Located in DE MEERN, NL
upholstery. Nonna rocking chair by Paul Tuttle for Stra¨ssle International, Switzerland 1972. It has a black
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

1970s Paul Tuttle Nonna Rocking Chair for Strässle International Chrome Rocker
By Paul Tuttle, Strässle International
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This is a fine example of a “Nonna” rocking chair designed by Paul Tuttle in 1972 for Strässle
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Rocking Chair "NONNA" by Paul Tuttle for Strässle International, Switserland 70s
By Paul Tuttle, Strässle International
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Rocking chair "NONNA" BY PAUL TUTTLE FOR STRÄSSLE INTERNATIONAL, SWITZERLAND 1970S Looking for a
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Vintage Ebonized Bamboo Rocking Chair, Thonet, Circa 1920
By Thonet
Located in San Francisco, CA
This classic bentwood rocking chair. made of lacquered black bamboo, is attributed to Thonet from
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo

Egg Rocking Chair attributed to Josef Hoffmann for Società Anonima Antonio Volpe
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Milano, Lombardia
. Breathtaking, rare and elegant rocking chair. Black lacquered beech bentwood and viennese woven rattan, multi
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Superb 19thC. Iron Frame Leather Sling Rocking Chair by R W Winfield England
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A superb early 19th Century example of R W Winfield Iron Rocking Chair. History The firm of R.W
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Antique Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Scandinavian Rosewood and Leather Rocker Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous bentwood rocker in rosewood and black leather by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Very comfy
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Pair of ‘A 60 F’ armchairs for Thonet Mundus, Austria 1929
By Thonet
Located in London, GB
design. Their arms and legs connect round to form a soft rectangular form, giving the chair a gentle yet
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Bentwood

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Mid-Century Homecrest Metal Wire Swivel Rocking Chair
By Homecrest
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Made by Homecrest in the 1960s, these amazingly comfortable chair sit on the patented Bottemiller swivel rocker mechanism that was the foundation of Homecrest's "Outdoor Living" Meta...
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Early Vintage Time Life Desk Chair ES104 by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Time Life Desk Chair ES104 by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. The appears to be a nice early example of the design. Will double check the dimensions of the chair. Wear to t...
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1970s RAR Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass and Green Upholstery Rocker Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a vintage rocking chair by Herman Miller, circa the 1970s. The RAR Rocking Chair crafted by the iconic design duo, Charles and Ray Eames, was introduced...
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Victorian Wicker Rocking Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th century Adorablegreen victorian wicker rocking chair w/ cushion.
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20th Century Rocking Chairs

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Wicker

Victorian Wicker Rocking Chair
Victorian Wicker Rocking Chair
H 43 in W 26 in D 35 in
Marcel Breuer Custom Floating Credenza with Bar and Stereo System
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece came from the Cohen House, which was featured in a book by David Masello, "Architecture Without Rules" The houses of Marcel Breuer and Herbert Beckhard. This was a collabo...
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Expertly Restored - Vintage Charles & Ray Eames LCM Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Steel, Chrome

Rare 2 Faced Twin Lega Mask DRC Large Sized
Located in Torquay, GB
Rare large twin faced Lega mask of the Bwami society in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), circa 1930s. This mask is very rare in that it is a large size ceremonial mask and would h...
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Rare 2 Faced Twin Lega Mask DRC Large Sized
Rare 2 Faced Twin Lega Mask DRC Large Sized
H 14.97 in W 9.45 in D 5.91 in
MacKenzie Childs Four Light Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
MacKenzie Childs Four Light Chandelier, in russet and toffee ceramic with scrolling brass arms and custom painted and beaded shades. 29" H x 18" Diameter.
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Mid Century Elegant Rocking Chair in the Thonet Style
By Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
In the style of the French designer Thonet .  Elegant design Rocking Chair Mid Century Modern .
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Wood

RESTORED DANiSH ARNE VODDER FOR SIBAST MODEL 419 HARDWOOD LEATHER OFFICE CHAIR
By Arne Vodder
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime, fully restored Arne Vodder Model 419 for Sibast, High back black leather hardwood f...
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Mid-Century Modern Restored Sculptural Danish Rocking Chair, c1955
By Baumritter
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Elegantly restored Mid-Century Modern rocking chair most likely by Baumritter. Comb back style with all new cushions. Seat height is 19. A true classic in a modern form.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Rattan rocking chair, Italy 1980
Located in Roma, RM
Rattan rocking chair, Italy 1980 Product details Dimensions: 120 W x 97 H x 58 D cm
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Vintage 1980s Italian Rocking Chairs

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Rattan rocking chair, Italy 1980
Rattan rocking chair, Italy 1980
H 38.19 in W 47.25 in D 22.84 in
Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood White Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs - 3 Pc Set. Item features (1) Sleek sculptural sofa (1) barrel back lounge chair (1) rocking c...
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Sofas

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Wicker, Rattan, Bentwood

Pair 1930s American Art Deco / Streamline 'hoop' Steel Rocking Chairs
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair 1930s American Art Deco / Streamline 'hoop' Steel Rocking Chairs,,Superior quality and construction.. Amazing design.. Extremely comfortable, Hand delivery avail to New York Ci...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Leather and Chrome Chaise Longue Daybed, Belgium, circa 1980
Located in London, GB
Chaise longue in chromed tubular steel and black leather, with a tilting mechanism. The chrome tubular frame can be slid in various positions on the base, changing the seating positi...
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Thonet Rockingchair No. 10 with Footrest
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Thonet rocking chair No. 10 very rare with wickerwork footrest. Black finish. Perfect condition
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Rocking Chairs

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Bentwood

Thonet Rockingchair No. 10 with Footrest
Thonet Rockingchair No. 10 with Footrest
H 39.38 in W 21.66 in D 59.06 in
Danish Style Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut & Black Bentwood Rocking Chair
By Leathercrafter, Plycraft, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very hard to find and cleverly designed rocking chair. It features a sculpted walnut frame with
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Naugahyde, Wood

Vintage Bentwood and Black Stained Rocking Chair
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Vintage bentwood and black stained rocking chair, early 20th century. Measures: H: 97 cm, W: 51
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Vintage 1920s European Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Bentwood and Black Stained Rocking Chair
Vintage Bentwood and Black Stained Rocking Chair
H 38.19 in W 20.08 in D 40.16 in
Amish Child's Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
known for their wonderful bentwood rocking chairs.
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Vintage 1930s American Rocking Chairs

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Twig, Oak

Amazing 19th c. Original Black Painted Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful folky rocking chair was found in the state of Maine.It has beautiful circular
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Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs

Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Leather Bentwood Rocking Chair by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A stylish Scandinavian Modern teak rocking chair designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. The chair
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bentwood, Leather

Paul Tuttle "Nonna" Rocking Chair
By Strässle International, Paul Tuttle
Located in Wien, Wien
early 70s. This design combines the formal language of classic bentwood rocking chairs with a
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Paul Tuttle "Nonna" Rocking Chair
Paul Tuttle "Nonna" Rocking Chair
H 35.44 in W 22.45 in D 37.41 in
Antonio Volpe Udine/Josef Hoffmann (Attr.) "Egg" Black Rocking Chair, circa 1922
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Breathtaking as well as most elegant rocking chair: Fine quality of bentwood manufacturing (black
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Vintage 1920s Italian Other Rocking Chairs

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Bentwood Rustic Armchair-Rocker with Plank Seat & Traces of Early Black Paint
Located in Stamford, CT
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Paul Tuttle Nonna Rocking Chair for Strassle, 1972
By Strässle International, Paul Tuttle
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Comfortable Nonna rocking chair designed by Paul Tuttle for Strassle international, Switzerland
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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No. 267 Egg Rocking Chair by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in London, GB
A rare No. 267 egg rocking chair designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1922 and produced in a limited run
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Vintage 1920s Rocking Chairs

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No. 267 Egg Rocking Chair by Josef Hoffmann
No. 267 Egg Rocking Chair by Josef Hoffmann
H 45.28 in W 27.96 in D 52.76 in
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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20th Century Chrome and Leatherette Rocking Chair in Thonet Style
By Thonet
Located in Paris, FR
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Leather and Bentwood Gravity Balans Armchair by Peter Opsvik for Stokke
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Located in London, GB
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By Michael Thonet
Located in Peekskill, NY
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Chairs

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By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Highclere, Newbury
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By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
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By Thonet
Located in London, GB
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By Michael Thonet
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
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By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
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By Thonet
Located in Norwalk, CT
mahogany) painted black. It would be the perfect companion to a bentwood rocking chair!
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Tendo Mokko Heron Bentwood Frame Rocking Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful vintage Tendo Mokko Heron rocking chair with black upholstery and bentwood frame
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By Leathercrafter
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
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By Paul Tuttle, Strässle International
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
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Paul Tuttle Nonna Rocking Chair
Paul Tuttle Nonna Rocking Chair
H 38 in W 22 in D 39 in
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Located in London, GB
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"Sgarsul" rocking chair by Gae Aulenti
"Sgarsul" rocking chair by Gae Aulenti
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By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in St. Louis, MO
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By Maison Jansen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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By Tendo Mokko, Mitsumasa Sugasawa
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Antique Thonet Chair Bentwood Rocker Cane Victorian, 19th Century
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
rocking chair, simply stunning design with the most seductive lines, tis piece would sit well with Mid
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By Scanform
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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Leather

Josef Hoffmann No.267 Egg Rocking Chair by Antonio Volpe Italy circa 1980
By Antonio Volpe, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
, ‘Egg’ rocking chair circa 1980 in black lacquered beech bentwood and viennese woven rattan designed by
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Rattan, Bentwood

Sophia Loren Contact 2 (...a large canvas print; see ABOUT for smaller sizes)
By Gary Bernstein
Located in West Hollywood, CA
day simply creating images. For this particular series, Bernstein put a bentwood chair in front of a
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2010s Mixed Media

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Canvas, Archival Pigment

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Black Bentwood Rocking Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the black bentwood rocking chair you’re looking for. A black bentwood rocking chair — often made from wood, bentwood and animal skin — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer black bentwood rocking chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right black bentwood rocking chair, those designed in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Paul Tuttle, Strässle International and Michael Thonet each produced at least one beautiful black bentwood rocking chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Black Bentwood Rocking Chair?

The average selling price for a black bentwood rocking chair at 1stDibs is $2,564, while they’re typically $1,290 on the low end and $10,800 for the 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.