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Studio Craft Rocking Chair

Modern Designer Studio Crafted Rocking Chair Rocker Mid-Century Style
Located in Wayne, NJ
Studio crafted rocking chair rocker. At the front the seat height is 19 1/4". At it's lowest point
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Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Modern Designer Studio Crafted Rocking Chair Rocker Mid-Century Style
Modern Designer Studio Crafted Rocking Chair Rocker Mid-Century Style
$3,280 Sale Price
20% Off
H 36 in W 22.5 in D 41.63 in
Studio Craft Rocking Chair by John Bauer
By John Bauer
Located in Dallas, TX
Carved rocking chair by California maker John Bauer. Employing stack-laminate cherry, this rocker
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1990s Organic Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Studio Craft Rocking Chair by John Bauer
Studio Craft Rocking Chair by John Bauer
$7,800
H 44 in W 30 in D 42 in
Studio Craft Rocking Chair by David Crawford
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully crafted walnut rocking chair with bronze details. Crafted by David Crawford, 1988.
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Vintage 1980s Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Sculptural California Studio Craft Walnut Rocking Chair
Located in Oakland, CA
1970's California studio crafted rocking chair of solid black walnut with floating arms, and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Studio Craft Sculpted Walnut Rocking Chair By Jeffrey Greene
By Jeffrey Greene
Located in Culver City, CA
Get ready to rock and roll in style with Jeffrey Greene's walnut rocking chair, straight from the
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1990s American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Studio Craft Sculpted Walnut Rocking Chair By Jeffrey Greene
Studio Craft Sculpted Walnut Rocking Chair By Jeffrey Greene
$4,320 Sale Price
20% Off
H 45 in W 25.5 in D 38 in
The Sternum Rocking Chair by American Studio Craftsman David Ebner
By David Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
The Sternum Rocking Chair, by Internationally renowned Studio Craftsman & Designer David Ebner
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21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

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Oak

'Relaxer 2' Rocking Chair by Verner Panton for Rosenthal Studio-Line, 1974
By Verner Panton, Rosenthal
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original Verner Panton Relaxer. Designed in 1974 and manufactured by Rosenthal Studio-line in
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Beech

Sculpted Walnut Studio Craft Drafting Stool, Signed 1978
By Sam Maloof
Located in Las Vegas, NV
. Beautifully crafted out of the most gorgeously grained, solid walnut. The expert craftsmanship truly lies in
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

"Revoar" Hanging Swing Chair in Natural Leather Handmade in Pearl Color
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The project starts from leather threads, valuing the manual work of various craft techniques, such
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather

"Gunga" Outdoor Hanging Swing Chair in Aluminium and Naval Rope Handmade
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Gunga swing can be used in both indoor and outdoor areas. Inspired by one of the most beautiful postcards in Brazil, Gunga beach in Alagoas. The swing represents Brazilianness t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Aluminum

"Rocky" by Marjolaine Leray for Cicada
By Marjolaine Leray
Located in Potts Point, NSW
Studio ALM, a contemporary Australian feel hand made locally with Australian textures. The chair is a
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2010s Australian Rocking Chairs

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Lambskin, Oak

"Rocky" by Marjolaine Leray for Cicada
"Rocky" by Marjolaine Leray for Cicada
$14,000
H 41.34 in W 33.47 in D 32.29 in

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Studio Craft Rocking Chair by Leon Meyer
By Leon Meyer
Located in Long Beach, CA
Fantastic studio craft rocking chair by architect Leon Meyer in ash and steel. A functional piece
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Vintage 1970s American Rocking Chairs

Studio Craft Rocking Chair by Leon Meyer
By Leon Meyer
Located in Long Beach, CA
Fantastic studio craft rocking chair by Architect Leon Meyer in ash and steel. A functional piece
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Late 20th Century Rocking Chairs

Studio Craft Organic-Form Rocking Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Studio craft organic form rocking chair executed in pine. Exposed knots found throughout. Excellent
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Vintage 1980s American Minimalist Rocking Chairs

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Pine

J. Rusten Studio-crafted Sculptural Modern Rocking Chair in Maple and Walnut
By J. Rusten Furniture Studio
Located in Stockton, CA
When we set out to design the modern rocking chair we followed a series of directives: it must be
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2010s American Modern Rocking Chairs

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Hardwood, Maple, Walnut

Revoar Swing in Natural Leather, Modern Style by Marta Manente
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Bento Goncalves, Rio Grande do Sul
craft techniques such as braid, cord, chain and fringe. The swing chains were represented in three
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Rocking Chairs

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Leather

Mayan Armchair
Located in istanbul, TR
and brings a new perspective to the rocking chair. As a design studio, we would like to question
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Futurist Rocking Chairs

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Textile, Natural Fiber, Polyester

Mayan Armchair
Mayan Armchair
H 30.32 in W 36.23 in D 53.15 in
J. Rusten Studio-Crafted Sculptural Modern Rocking Chair in Maple and Cherry
By J. Rusten Furniture Studio
Located in Stockton, CA
When we set out to design the modern rocking chair we followed a series of directives: it must be
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2010s American Modern Chairs

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Hardwood, Cherry, Maple

Studio crafted rocking chair by architect Leon Meyer
By Leon Meyer
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Studio crafted rocking chair by architect Leon Meyer. Signed and dated 1977.
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Vintage 1970s American Rocking Chairs

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Steel

Vintage Mid Century Studio Craft Rocking Chair Mexico 1970s
Located in Troy, MI
Bentwood studio craft rocking chair Mexico 1970s Hand crafted sculptural frame of exotic woods with
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Bentwood

Studio Craft Rocking Chair in the style of Sam Maloof
By Sam Maloof
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful American Studio Craft Oak Rocking Chair in the style of Sam Maloof. Amazing sculptural
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Ash, Oak

Stephen Hynson Oak Dowel Rocking Chair and Ottoman
By Stephen Hynson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 1980s Hawaiian studio craft rocking chair and ottoman by Stephen Hynson. The chair and ottoman
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Studio Crafted Childs Rocking Chair MOVING SALE!!!!
Located in Denton, TX
Studio crafted childs rocking chair in solid walnut by Bill Lucy.
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Late 20th Century American Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Studio Hand Crafted Rocking Chair by Robert Erickson
By Robert Erickson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Studio hand crafted tiger maple and leather rocking chair by Robert Erickson. In original
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1990s American Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Wood

American Studio Craft Sculptural Walnut Rocking Chair, Hand Crafted, Marked
Located in Kansas City, MO
Wonderful studio craft rocker made of solid walnut. Organic, sculptural design. Retains the
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Vintage 1960s American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

20th Century American Studio Craft Walnut Rocking Chair
By Sam Maloof
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage 20th century American studio Craft walnut rocking chair designed in the United
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Studio Crafted Koa Wood Rocking Chairs by Stan Gollaher
By Stan Gollaher
Located in Denton, TX
Pair of late 20th century. Slat-back rocking armchairs made of beautifully figured koa wood from
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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Studio Rocking Chair by Leon Meyer
By Leon Meyer
Located in Round Rock, TX
Stunning mid century studio rocking chair designed by Leon Meyer. Leon Meyer was a California
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Vintage 1970s American Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Studio Rocking Chair by Leon Meyer
Studio Rocking Chair by Leon Meyer
H 38 in W 26 in D 29 in
Sculptural Studio Craft Leather Sling Rocker ca. 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
Sculptural rocking chair, hand crafted, ca. 1960s. Most likely of South American origin, probably
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Jacaranda

Exceptional Studio Craft Oversized Rocker Manner of Sam Maloof
By Sam Maloof
Located in Buffalo, NY
Exceptional studio craft oversized rocker manner of Sam Maloof.. bench made, amazing craftsmanship
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20th Century Saint Pierre and Miquelon Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Studio Craft Rocking Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully sculpted studio craft rocking chair in walnut.
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Vintage 1970s Rocking Chairs

Studio Craft Rocking Chair
Studio Craft Rocking Chair
H 38 in W 28 in D 38 in
Solid Walnut Studio Crafted Rocking Chair
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Solid walnut studio crafted rocking chair. This example has sculpted arms and frame with inset dove
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Designer Studio Crafted Rocking Chair Rocker Rosewood
Located in Miami, FL
Studio crafted rocking chair rocker. Great design and craftsmanship.
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Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Studio Crafted Rocking Chair, Mexico Rocker
Located in Miami, FL
Lovely rocker made of exotic wood.
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bentwood, Wood

Studio Crafted Rocking Chair, Mexico Rocker
Studio Crafted Rocking Chair, Mexico Rocker
H 38.25 in W 22.75 in D 40 in
Vintage American Studio Craft Rocking Chair in the Style of Edward G. Livingston
By Edward G. Livingston
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a spectacular piece of 1980s Studio Craft furniture beautifully crafted from solid oak and
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Oak, Walnut

Studio Craft Movement Walnut Rocking Chair
Located in Springfield, OR
This rocker was handcrafted using Western black walnut using bent lamination for the back rails. Western black walnut is distinctive from other species of walnut in that is known for...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Thomas Moser Shaker Studio Crafted Cherry and Ash Rocking Chair with Footstool
By Thomas Moser
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional studio crafted Shaker style solid cherry wood and ash spindle back rocking chair and
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Late 20th Century American Shaker Rocking Chairs

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Ash, Cherry

George Nakashima Rocker Stamped Studio
By George Nakashima
Located in Westport, CT
George Nakashima rocker all original, purchased from the studio and Stamped under seat, with letter
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Studio Crafted Rocking Chair by James Camp
By James Camp
Located in Cathedral City, CA
African American woodworker, James Camp was a self-taught craftsman working out of his studio in
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Late 20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Studio crafted Rocking Chair by James Camp
By James Camp
Located in Cathedral City, CA
African American woodworker,James Camp,was a self-taught craftsman working out of his studio in
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Late 20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Studio crafted Rocking Chair by James Camp
Studio crafted Rocking Chair by James Camp
H 49.25 in W 23 in D 38.5 in
Vintage Rocking Chair by Leon Meyer
By Leon Meyer
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a studio crafted rocking chair signed Leon Meyer (architect) and dated 1983. This rocker
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Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Hand-Crafted Studio Rocking Chair by Bill Biggs
By Bill Biggs
Located in Long Beach, CA
Hand Crafted Studio Rocking Chair by Bill Biggs
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Vintage 1970s American Rocking Chairs

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Bubinga

Beautiful Handcrafted Studio Rocking Chair by California Craftsman Lyle Otten
By Lyle Otten
Located in Long Beach, CA
Beautiful Hand Crafted Studio Rocking Chair by California Craftsman Lyle Otten. C. 2014
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2010s American Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

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Studio Craft Rocking Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the studio craft rocking chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each studio craft rocking chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and animal skin. There are 8 variations of the antique or vintage studio craft rocking chair you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a studio craft rocking chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A studio craft rocking chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in modern and mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made studio craft rocking chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Adam Zimmerman, Leon Meyer and Stephen Hynson are consistently popular.

How Much is a Studio Craft Rocking Chair?

Prices for a studio craft rocking chair start at $1,000 and top out at $9,500 with the average selling for $4,003.

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.