$2,151
H 42.13 in W 24.41 in D 29.53 in
Razor Blade Henning Kjærnulf Rocking Chair by EG Møbler Solid Oak + Sheepskin
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage Henning Kjærnulf razor blade rocking chair manufactured by EG Furniture. The chair
Sheepskin, Oak
$2,988
H 29.53 in W 24.41 in D 27.56 in
Henning Kjærnulf Oak & Leather Rocking Chair, Scandinavian Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rocking chair by Henning Kjærnulf new upholstered with shearling. Refreshing design with bold
Leather, Oak
$1,480 / set
H 35.44 in W 26.78 in D 25.6 in
Rocking Chair in Oak, Danish Mid Century Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Beautifully crafted rocking chair in solid oak, with the seat reupholstered in a striking striped
Wool, Oak
$1,434
H 43.31 in W 22.84 in D 30.32 in
Danish Rocking Chair in the manner of Henning Kjærnulf Solid Oak + Wool 1970s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage rocking chair in the style of designer Henning Kjærnulf. The frame and armrests are
Brass
$4,000 / set
H 45.28 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Danish Modern Sculptural Pair of Rocking Chairs Lambswool & Oak, Brutalism, 1950
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
This pair of sculptural rocking chairs, made in the 1950s by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker
Oak, Lambskin, Wool
$3,705
H 31.89 in W 24.81 in D 26.38 in
1950s Rocking Chair in Oak & Wool Fabric by Henry Kjærnulff, Danish Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage rocking chair in solid patinated Scandinavian oak tree and original "Olmerdug" wool
Oak
Sold
H 32.29 in W 25.6 in D 30.71 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Rocking Chair in Oak, Seat Reupholstered in Lambswool, 1960s
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful rocking chair in solid oak, designed by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmöbel in the
Lambskin, Oak
Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rocking chair by Henning Kjærnulf new upholstered with white Boucle Refreshing design with bold
Leather, Oak
Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rocking chair by Henning Kjærnulf new upholstered with beige Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat
Leather, Oak
Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rocking chair by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with boucle fabric
Oak, Bouclé
"Razorblade" Oak Rocking Chair By Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
addition to your reading nook, this Brutalist rocking chair is a rare opportunity to own a piece of design
Oak
Sold
H 41.74 in W 24.41 in D 32.68 in
"Razorblade" Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
rocking chair, while the impeccable craftsmanship that is characteristic of Kjærnulf’s designs makes it a
Sheepskin, Wood
Oak Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Utrecht, NL
, Baroque-like Danish modernist design, Henning Kjærnulf. This rocking chair mixes the aesthetic traditions
Fabric, Wood
vintage rocking chair armchair brutalist 50s Danish
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage rocking chair armchair brutalist 50s Danish period 1950s designs Danish furniture
Fabric, Oak
Sold
H 31.11 in W 25.6 in D 31.5 in
Henning Kjærnulf Rocking Chair in Oak, Seat and Backrest Reupholstered, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful rocking chair in solid oak, designed by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmöbel in the
Lambskin, Oak, Wool
Sold
H 32.29 in W 25.6 in D 33.47 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Rocking Chair in Oak, Seat in Gotland Sheepskin, 1960s
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful rocking chair in solid oak, seat reupholstered in lambswool. Designed by Henning (Henry
Oak, Sheepskin
Sold
H 32.29 in W 25.6 in D 31.5 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Rocking Chair in Oak, Seat Reupholstered in Lambswool, 1960s
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful rocking chair in solid oak, seat reupholstered in lambswool. Designed by Henning
Lambskin, Oak
Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rocking chair by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with boucle fabric
Bouclé, Oak
Sold
H 38.19 in W 26.78 in D 31.11 in
Rocking Chair in Oak, Seat Reupholstered in Lambswool, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
) Kjaernulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s. This decadent rocking chair will complement many
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 36.62 in W 28.35 in D 32.29 in
Danish Modern Rocking Chair in Solid Oak, Reupholstered, Henning Kjærnulf, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Sculptural rocking chair in solid oak, reupholstered cushions and neck pillow in wool. Made by a
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 100 in W 63 in D 64 in
Danish Mid Century Modern, Oak Rocking Chair, Reupholstered in Lambswool, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
This elegant Danish highback rocking chair from the 1950s is a refined example of mid-century
Steel
Sold
H 44.49 in W 22.05 in D 23.63 in
Danish Modern Sculptural Par of Rocking Chairs in Solid Oak, Brutalism, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A fine pair of mid century rocking chairs in solid oak. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in 1950s
Oak
Sold
H 41.34 in W 24.41 in D 29.93 in
Mid-Century Modern 'Razorblade' Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler
Located in Brussels , BE
Mid-Century Modern 'Razorblade' rocking chair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, Denmark 1960s.
Wood
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
$2,566 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$812Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
Chic 'Méandre' Gilt Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Undulating 'Méandre' gilt bronze finish side chair by Design Frères. Gilt bronze finish over steel frame. Natural linen upholstered cushion with contrasting piping. Chic and unders...
Steel
$4,940 / item
H 39.77 in Dm 20.48 in
Tulip 520 Organic Minimal Belgian LInen & Brass Pendant Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
Tulip 520 Pendant, handmade to order, is a 21sst century organic modern timeless design. Tulip 520 is inspired by nature with a modern geometric reference to both the Gothic and Art...
Brass, Copper
$669Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
$10,100 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Daybed by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
A handcrafted oak and cream bouclé daybed from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection. Made to order with full customisation available, including COM, finishes, and dimensions. The Sunday Dayb...
Hardwood, Wood, Upholstery, Textile, Fabric, Bouclé, Oak
$680
H 14.57 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
A Hexagon Stool in Oak, Reupholstered Seat in Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful Danish modern stool in oak with curly legs, the hexagon seat reupholstered in a great quality shearling lambswool. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1950s. A fine stoo...
Lambskin, Oak
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
The phrase “rocking chair” didn’t find its way into the dictionary until the mid-18th century. While most of the sitting furniture that we use in our homes originated in either England or France, the iconic rocking chair is a quintessentially American piece of furniture.
A Philadelphia cabinetmaker’s bill for a proto-rocking chair issued in 1742, which identified the seat as a “Nurse Chair with rockers,” is the earliest surviving evidence of this design’s humble beginnings. The nurse chair was a low side chair intended for nursing women, so giving it a soothing rocking motion made sense. Rocking chairs, which saw a curved slat affixed to the chairs’ feet so that they could be literally rocked, quickly gained popularity across the United States, garnering a reputation as a seat that everyone could love. They offered casual comfort without the expensive fabrics and upholstery that put armchairs out of many families’ budgets.
Rocking chairs are unique in that they don’t just offer a place to rest — they offer an opportunity to reminisce. The presence of one of these classic pieces stirs up our penchant for nostalgia and has the power to transform a space. They easily introduce a simple country feel to the city or bring the peaceful rhythm of a porch swing into a sheltered sunroom. Although craftsmen took to painting and stenciling varieties of the chairs that emerged in New England during the 19th century, the most traditional rocking chairs are generally unadorned seats constructed with time-tested materials like wood and metal. As such, a minimalist vintage rocking chair can be ushered into any corner of your home without significantly disrupting your existing decor scheme or the room’s color palette.
In the decades since the first rocker, top designers have made the piece their own. Viennese chair maker Michael Thonet produced a series of rockers in the middle of the 19th century in which the different curved steam-bent wood parts were integrated into fluid, sinuous wholes. Mid-century modernists Charles and Ray Eames added wooden rockers to their famous plastic shell armchair, while Danish designer Frank Reenskaug opted for teak and polished beech, introducing pops of color with small cushions (a precursor to the bold works that would follow in the 1970s and 1980s).
No matter your personal style, let 1stDibs pair you with your perfect seat. Deck out your porch, patio or parlor — browse the vintage, new and antique rocking chairs in our vast collection today.
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