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Sleepy Rocking Chair in Brazilian Solid Wood with a rocking footstool
By Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
for moments of rest and relaxation. The low seat height is inspired by Japanese rocking chairs, while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood, Hardwood
H 28.35 in W 33.86 in D 30.71 in
Japanese Root Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Japanese style rocking chair made of carved fruitwood. Artistic chair for home or office.
Please
Category
20th Century Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Low rocking Chair Japanese Modern Style Bentwood Chair
By Studio Jig
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Bentwood rocking chair in the Japanese modern style. Made of Yoshino cedar which is a famous wood
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Japanese folding rocking chair by Nii Takeshi
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Rare mid-century modern folding rocking chair by Takeshi Nii in black leather in very nice original
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1966 Tendo Mokko Heron Highback Rocking Chair Ottoman Japan
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Tendo Mokko Heron high back rocking chair lounge and footrest Japan circa
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Mid-Century Japanese Space Age Folding Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii, 1960s
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Hamburg, DE
Foldable rocking chair after a design by the japanese designer takeshi nii from the 1960s.
A rare
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 34.65 in W 23.23 in D 37.4 in
Riki Watanabe Rocking Chair "Riki Rocker"
By Riki Watanabe
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A rocking chair called "Riki Rocker" designed by one of the Japanese most important designers Riki
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Japanese Antique Chairs, Rustic Wooden Chair, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an antique Japanese chair from the early Showa period.
Made of beech wood, this simple
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Chairs, Primitive Wooden Chair, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This antique chair has a straight-lined, simple design, but the graceful curve at the base gives it
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Rare Mid-Century Modern Design rocking chair by Takeshi Nii 1960 Black leather
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
chair by Takeshi Nii, designed in 1960 in Japan.
Crafted from premium black leather and chrome metal
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 34.65 in W 22.84 in D 33.08 in
Japanese Antique Dining Chairs, set of 2, Primitive Wooden Chair, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
A set of two dining chairs made from high-quality oak wood.
The deep color and beautiful, flowing
Category
Early 20th Century Taisho Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood, Oak
H 33.27 in W 15.16 in D 15.16 in
The Laziness Armchair in Brazilian Solid Wood with a rocking footstool
By Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
. The low seat height from the ground draws inspiration from Japanese rocking chairs, while the wooden
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Wood, Hardwood
H 30.71 in W 39.38 in D 28.75 in
The Laziness Armchair in Brazilian Solid Wood and Leather with rocking footstool
By Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
. The low seat height from the ground draws inspiration from Japanese rocking chairs, while the wooden
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Alabaster
H 30.71 in W 39.38 in D 28.75 in
Traditional Japanese Style Dining Chair with Armrests & Gentle Rocking Oak Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
it. A rocking chair? "Stir wasn’t designed as a rocking chair", explains Japanese designer Kazuko
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 29.14 in W 22.45 in D 22.05 in
The Laziness Armchair. Rocking sofa in solid wood, upholstered in linen.
Located in São Paulo, SP
. The low seat height from the ground draws inspiration from Japanese rocking chairs, while the wooden
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Wood
H 30.71 in W 39.38 in D 28.75 in
Gently Rocking DIning Armchair Inspired By Japanese Tradition
By Tarō Okamoto
Located in NEW YORK, NY
, Japanese designer Kazuko Okamoto clarifies, "The chair wasn’t designed as a rocking chair. I wanted a fun
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Midcentury Japanese Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Midcentury Japanese rocking chair by Takeshi Nii
Designer: Takeshi Nii
1950-1959
Country of
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Japanese Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Midcentury Japanese rocking chair by Takeshi Nii
Designer Takeshi Nii
1950-1959
Country of
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko, Heron Rocking Chair, circa 1960s, Japan
By Tendo Mokko
Located in Denver, CO
Sculptural Japanese Heron rocking chair, circa 1960s. In original upholstery. Marked on the
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 35.5 in W 22.5 in D 32.5 in
Leather Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii, 1950s
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Warsaw, PL
This modern rocking chair was designed by Takeshi Nii during the 1950s. It has a black leather
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Rocking-Chair by Takeshi Nii, Japan, 1950
By Takeshi Nii
Located in PÉZENAS, FR
Incredible rocking-chair by Takeshi Nii , 1950s
Aluminium structure is fordable, the faux leather
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Akita Mokko Rocking Chair / Japanese Vintage 1970s
By Akita Mokko
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
It is a vintage rocking chair made by Akita Woodworking Company, the only workshop specializing in
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Beech
Japanese Foldable Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii, 1950's
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Lisboa, PT
This folding modern rocking chair was designed by Takeshi Nii during the 1950s, in Japan. It has a
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Tendo Mokko Heron Highback Rocking Chair & Footrest 1966 Modern Japan
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rocking chair
Tendo Mokko Heron high back rocking chair and footrest from Japan 1960s
Designed in
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Tendo Mokko Heron Rocking Chair and Footrest for Kosuga Japan
By Kosuga
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Tendo Mokko Heron rocking chair with matching footrest for Kosuga in laminated oak and rosewood
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak, Rosewood
Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo
By Tendo Mokko, Mitsumasa Sugasawa
Located in Chino Hills, CA
is an amazing "Heron" rocking chair designed by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko, tagged. Truly a
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 2 Rocking Chairs by Takeshi Nii, Japan, 1950s
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This set of 2 rocking chairs was designed by Takeshi Nii and produced in the 1950s. The upholstery
Category
Vintage 1950s Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Heron Rocking Chair by Mitsumasa Sigasawa
By Tendo Mokko, Mitsumasa Sugasawa
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Heron Rocking Chair by Mitsumasa Sigasawa.
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Rocking Chairs
Materials
PVC
Takeshi Nii - "NY" folding rocking chair
By Takeshi Nii
Located in San Francisco, CA
Takeshi Nii "NY" folding rocking chair. Tubular chromed frame with beech wood supports and original
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Heron Rocking Chair & Ottoman by Mitsumasa Sigasawa
By Tendo Mokko, Mitsumasa Sugasawa
Located in Dallas, TX
Heron Rocking Chair designed by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko - Japan. This classic Japanese
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Rocking Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Riki Watanabe Rocking Chair "Riki Rocker", 1980s
By Riki Watanabe
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A rocking chair called "Riki Rocker" designed by one of the Japanese most important designers Riki
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric, Upholstery
Tendo Mokko “Heron” Rocking Chair by Mitsumasa Sugasawa
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tendo Mokko “Heron” rocking chair by Mitsumasa Sugasawa.
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Bentwood rocking chair by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Kosuga
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Mid century bentwood rocking chair and ottoman designed by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Kasuga. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Fabric
Japanese "Heron" Chair by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Kosuga, c1970s
By Kosuga, Mitsumasa Sugasawa
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Now available is an amazing "Heron" rocking chair designed by Mitsumasa Sugasawa, tagged with
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Bent Oak "Heron" Rocking Chair by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The chair is bent laminated oak plywood and rosewood accent. It has been upholstered in blue vinyl
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Wood
Sculptural Modernist Rocker, Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko
Located in Peabody, MA
Sculptural modernist "Heron" rocking chair in bent ply with original upholstery, designed by
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Rocker and Folding Ottoman Inspired by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of frame). Very soft and comfortable as a rocking chair for reading or rocking a child to sleep.
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
Japanese Modern Bentwood Lounge/ Rocking Chair and Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Japanese modern bentwood lounge chair and ottoman.
in Japanese Oak & Red Leather.
SORI Rocker
Category
1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Oak
Tendo Mokko Rocking Floor Chairs
By Tendo Mokko, Mitsumasa Sugasawa
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
The spectacular vintage Mid-Century Modern Japanese floor chairs were made by Tendo Mokko in Japan
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Bamboo Rocking Chair by Ubunji Kidokoro
By Ubunji Kidokoro
Located in Uccle, BE
This chair has the Tokyo Japan stamp as most probably was made for export.
Ubunji Kikodoro
Category
Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
"Heron" Rocking Chair and Ottoman by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Ply and bentwood rocker and matching ottoman in brown, channelled leatherette vinyl by Sugasawa, for the award-winning manufacturing firm of Tendo Mokko.
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
1966 Takeshi Nii Rocking Chair
Design : Takeshi Nii / Japan
Size : W 580 D 875 H 1030 mm
Takeshi
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Rocking Chair No.1 / Akita-mokko
By Akita Mokko
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Rocking Chair No.1 by Akita-mokko
Manufacture : Akitamokko / Japan
Size : W 670 D 970 H 900 SH
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Japanese Antique Rocking Chair, Primitive Japanese Wooden Cahair, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an old Japanese rocking chair.
It is from the Taisho period (1913s-1930s).
The material
Category
Early 20th Century Taisho Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak, Wood
H 37.41 in W 19.97 in D 31.11 in
Low rocking Chair Japanese Modern Style Bentwood Chair
By Studio Jig
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Bentwood rocking chair in the Japanese modern style. Made of Yoshino cedar which is a famous wood
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Folding Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii, Japan, 1950s
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare foldable rocking chair designed by Takeshi Nii, Japan, manufactured in Mid-Century in 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
"Heron" Rocking Chair and Footrest for Tendo Mokko Japan
By Tendo Mokko
Located in North Hollywood, CA
"Heron" rocking chair and footrest designed by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko Japan in
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Modern Rocking Heron Chair by Tendo Mokko, Japan, Excellent Condition
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko
Located in Kansas City, MO
Heron rocker by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko Japan. Expertly updated upholstered and
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Rocking Chair Model attributed to Isamu Kenmochi
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Japanese modernist rocking chair or childs rocking chair model attributed to Isamu Kenmochi.
Category
Vintage 1940s Japanese Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
Heron Rocking Chair + Ottoman by Mitsumasa Sugasawa
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Japan
Designer: Mitsumasa Sugasawa
Manufacturer: Tendo Mokko
Era: 1960s
Materials: Oak
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Vintage Tendo Mokko Heron Rocking Chair and Ottoman
By Tendo Mokko, Mitsumasa Sugasawa
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern Heron rocking chair designed by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko, Japan. This
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Takeshi Nii "NY" Folding Chair and Ottoman
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Rochester, NY
An early production of the "NY" folding chair and ottoman by Takeshi Nii - Japan - 1958. Tubular
Category
20th Century Japanese Rocking Chairs
60s MidCentury Japanese Tamtami Rocking Lounge Chair Kenzo Tarumi Junzo Sakakura
By Tendo Mokko
Located in Hyattsville, MD
JAPAN, c.1960s.
Kenzo Tarumi for Tendo Mokko. A rare baseless wooden rocking chair, very much in
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 19.5 in W 22.5 in D 26.5 in
Vintage Japanese Rocking Chair by Kosuga
Located in New York, NY
Mid-century Rocking Chair by Kosuga echoing the Danish Modern design style of Hvidt and Molgaard
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak, Rosewood, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Japanese Takeshi Nii Rocking Folding Chair, 1950s
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Westmaas, NL
This rare foldable rocking chair designed by Takeshi Nii Japan, is manufactured during the 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 34.65 in W 19.69 in D 47.25 in
Heron Rocking Chair by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko, Japan
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ourselves for many years. Hard to find in this original vintage condition this rocking chair is as
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood, PVC
Heron Rocking Chair and Footstool by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko, Japan
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heron Rocking Chair and Footstool by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko, Japan. Original vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 36 in W 22.5 in D 34 in
Tendo Mokko Rocking Chair
Located in New York, NY
Graceful and very comfortable Tendo Mokko rocking chair. This chair is called "the Heron" and was
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko Rocking Chair
By Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mitsumasa Sugasawa vintage rocking chair for Tendo Mokko, 1966.
Sugasawa studied at Chiba
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko Rocking Chair
By Tendo Mokko
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mitsumasa Sugasawa vintage rocking chair for Tendo Mokko, 1966.
Sugasawa studied at Chiba
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
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Japanese Rocking Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic Japanese rocking chair available at 1stDibs. A Japanese rocking chair — often made from wood, fabric and oak — can elevate any home. There are 21 variations of the antique or vintage Japanese rocking chair you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Japanese rocking chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A Japanese rocking chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Japanese rocking chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Mitsumasa Sugasawa, Tendo Mokko and Takeshi Nii produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Japanese Rocking Chair?
Prices for a Japanese rocking chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $975 and can go as high as $12,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,000.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Japanese Rocking Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A platform rocking chair is a rocking chair constructed to have the rockers on a fixed platform rather than the floor. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary platform rocking chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024What a rocking chair symbolizes is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people associate rocking chairs with comfort or relaxation. Because people often sit in the chairs to gently rock babies to sleep, the furniture may also represent parenthood or motherhood. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of rocking chairs.
- How old is the rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The 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.
- What is a Boston rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Boston rocking chair is a wooden rocking chair with a decorative top panel and a seat and arms that curve down towards the front. Find an assortment of rocking chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A rocking chair helps soothe infants, children, and adults alike. The rocking and swaying movement helps create a meditative and lethargic state.
- What is a Windsor rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A Windsor rocking chair is built for comfort and is usually manufactured in such a way that the seat’s spindles, along with the chair-back and legs, are pushed into holes that have been drilled. This sets this type of chair apart, as the standard construction of a chair sees that the back legs are continuous. The Windsor chair originated in the early 1700s in the English town of Windsor. As mentioned, their bentwood back frames are assembled with slender wooden spindles that are plugged into drill holes in the sculpted seat, which was usually made of elm and slightly sunken or dish-shaped for the sitter’s comfort. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Windsor rocking chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify a Thonet rocking chair, look for the company name. You will normally find it stamped directly onto the underside of the seat, arms or legs. You can find a collection of expertly vetted Thonet rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A wooden rocking chair can be cleaned using a sponge, soap, and water. After, you should proceed to pat the rocking chair down with a cloth.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify a Windsor rocking chair, enlist the help of a licensed furniture appraiser. Many convincing distressed reproductions exist due to their popularity and value. An experienced professional can accurately determine if yours is an authentic antique or a replica. Find a range of expertly vetted Windsor rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if your rocking chair is an antique, search the back, rockers and the underside of the seat for a label, stamp or other marking. If you locate one, conduct online research using trusted resources to learn about the maker. By finding out when the manufacturer produced chairs similar to yours, you may be able to determine if your chair is at least 100 years old, making it an antique. If you cannot find a maker's mark, consider contacting a certified appraiser or antique dealer and asking them to date your piece for you. Explore a range of antique rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024No, Benjamin Franklin did not invent the rocking chair. This common misconception is linked to an erroneous statement made in the book The Rocking Chair: An American Institution, published in 1921. In actuality, rocking chairs were created by English farmers early in the 18th century. Early American examples date back to around 1830. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of rocking chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The cost of a wooden rocking chair varies depending on the type of wood used, its finish and craftsmanship. Also, the period that the rocking chair belongs to will define the price of the chair. An antique rocking chair might cost between $500 and $1,500 while a contemporary rocking chair may cost somewhere between $150 and $400. Find a variety of antique, vintage, and contemporary wooden rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell the age of an old rocking chair, search under the seat, the legs and the bottom of the rockers for a maker's marking. By researching the maker and learning about how the characteristics of its pieces evolved over the years, you can often get a rough idea of how old your rocking chair is. If you are unable to find a mark, your piece could be a newer handcrafted item or an antique, in which case it would be helpful to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. An expert can also assist you if you run into any difficulty dating your piece. Explore a variety of rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
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