Old Vintage Rocking Chair
1930s Adirondack Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Rattan, Hardwood
20th Century American Adirondack Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Hickory
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Upholstery, Chestnut
1930s American Rustic Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Metal
1970s American Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century Austrian Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Cane, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Papercord, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Fabric, Wood, Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Steel
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Teak, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Papercord, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Birch, Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Upholstery, Wood
1970s Ecuadorean Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Rosewood, Leather, Fruitwood, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Upholstery, Wood, Maple
20th Century American Rustic Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Wood
1950s Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Metal
1940s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Rope, Bentwood
1950s American Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Offset
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Cane, Mahogany, Leather
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Steel
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Hardwood
1970s Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Silver Gelatin
1970s Italian Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Metal
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Chrome
20th Century Italian Rococo Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Monotype
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Monotype
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Monoprint
1930s American Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Watercolor, Rag Paper
1930s American Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Watercolor, Rag Paper
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Cane, Teak, Wool
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Cane, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Fiberglass
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Wrought Iron
20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Leather, Oak
1960s Old Vintage Rocking Chair
C Print, Archival Pigment, Archival Ink, Archival Paper
1970s Naturalistic Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Acrylic
Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Hickory
1940s American Adirondack Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Hickory, Bentwood
1930s American Old Vintage Rocking Chair
1930s American Old Vintage Rocking Chair
1970s Rustic Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Maple, Pine
1940s American Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Cane, Hickory
1930s American Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Pine, Oak
20th Century American Country Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Wicker, Linen
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Oak
20th Century Finnish Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Birch
1930s American Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Oak
1930s Czech Art Deco Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Bentwood
1950s American Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Zinc
1930s American Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Hickory, Wood
1930s American Art Deco Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Upholstery, Rattan
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Oak
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak
1960s Scandinavian Modern Old Vintage Rocking Chair
Cowhide, Teak
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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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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