What is a boucle accent chair?

A bouclé accent chair is a chair that features a specific type of upholstery called bouclé. It is a combination of looped and woven wool that has a soft, cozy feel. The word "bouclé" means curl in French and refers to the looping wool fibers that make up the upholstery. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bouclé accent chairs.

What is a platform rocking chair?

A 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.

What does a rocking chair symbolize?

What 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?

The 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?

A 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.

What is the purpose of a rocking chair?

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?

A 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.

How do I identify a Thonet rocking chair?

To 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.

How do you clean a wooden rocking chair?

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.

How do I identify a Windsor rocking chair?

To 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.

How do you tell if your rocking chair is an antique?

To 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.

How much is a wooden rocking chair worth?

The 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.

Did Benjamin Franklin invent the rocking chair?

No, 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.

How do you tell the age of an old rocking chair?

To 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.

Rocking Chair Boucle

Curved Sofa By Weiman Furniture

Ton Bentwood

Bisson Bruneel

1950s Ash Chairs

Milo Baughman Swivel Chaise Lounge Chair

Anders Jensen Chair

Yngve Ekstrom For Swedese

Cloud Chaise

1940s, Beech and Bouclé Rocking Chair , Sweden

$1,515Sale Price|19% Off

H 35.44 in W 25.6 in D 33.47 in

1940s, Beech and Bouclé Rocking Chair , Sweden

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

The chair has been later reupholstered in a soft grey bouclé fabric, adding warmth and texture while maintaining its classic mid-century appeal.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

CASALA MIDCENTURY ROCKING CHAIR BEECH WOOD BOUCLÉ, GERMANY 1960s

$3,550

H 36.23 in W 25.99 in D 40.16 in

CASALA MIDCENTURY ROCKING CHAIR BEECH WOOD BOUCLÉ, GERMANY 1960s

By Casala

Located in Reutlingen, DE

Absolutely extraordinary and rare, large Casala rocking chair in beech wood and bouclé fabric, Germany 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

20th Century French Spindle-Back Oak Rocking Chair with Bouclé Cushions

$1,995

H 44.1 in W 26.5 in D 32.8 in

20th Century French Spindle-Back Oak Rocking Chair with Bouclé Cushions

Located in High Point, NC

This 20th Century French spindle-back oak rocking chair offers a charming blend of rustic craftsmanship and contemporary comfort.

Category

20th Century French Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

1960s Bauhaus Style Tubular Steel Boucle Rocking Chair, Marcel Breuer Attributed

$2,140

H 38.5 in W 19.5 in D 41 in

1960s Bauhaus Style Tubular Steel Boucle Rocking Chair, Marcel Breuer Attributed

By Marcel Breuer

Located in Waxahachie, TX

Striking and sculptural, this vintage tubular steel rocking lounge chair has been newly reupholstered in a rich ivory bouclé, giving the piece a soft, modern texture while preserving...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Modern Brass Metal Rocking Chair Guido Faleschini Black Boucle

$1,731Sale Price|25% Off

H 31.5 in W 27.56 in D 33.86 in

Mid Century Modern Brass Metal Rocking Chair Guido Faleschini Black Boucle

By Guido Faleschini

Located in amstelveen, NL

Rocking chair designed by Guido Faleschini 1970. With curved and gilded metal.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rocking Chair in Solid Teak & Bouclé, Yngve Ekström for Swedese, Sweden, 1960s

$3,895

H 41.5 in W 24.5 in D 26.5 in

Rocking Chair in Solid Teak & Bouclé, Yngve Ekström for Swedese, Sweden, 1960s

By Yngve Ekström

Located in Deland, FL

This elegant Mid-Century Modern rocking chair, designed by Yngve Ekström for Swedese in the 1960s, exemplifies Scandinavian design with its solid teak frame and newly custom upholste...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Vintage Rocking Chair

$1,988

H 35.04 in W 25.99 in D 33.86 in

Danish Vintage Rocking Chair

Located in London, GB

A beautiful vintage Danish vintage rocking chair. This was made in Denmark, it dates from the 1960’s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Vladimir Kagan "Rock Star" Lounge Chairs, Pair

$23,500 / set

H 32 in W 29 in D 37 in

Vladimir Kagan "Rock Star" Lounge Chairs, Pair

By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather

Located in Dallas, TX

These puffy chairs sit on cleverly disguised hidden wooden runners underneath which gives the chairs rocking abilities.

Category

1990s American Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Oak Rocking Chair "Razorblade" by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

$2,540

H 42.52 in W 24.41 in D 29.73 in

Oak Rocking Chair "Razorblade" by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Rødding, DK

A masterful oak rocking chair — the celebrated "Razorblade" model — by Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf, representing one of the most distinctive and collectible forms to emerge from...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Rockstar Rocker Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé c. 1990

$24,400 / set

H 27 in W 27 in D 33 in

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Rockstar Rocker Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé c. 1990

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

You rock in this pair of Vladimir Kaga rocking lounge chairs newly professionally reupholstered in soft deliciously textured ivory white bouclé.

Category

Early 2000s American Post-Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Swedish Pine Rocking Chair by Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, 1970s

$3,207

H 35 in W 28.7 in D 28 in

Swedish Pine Rocking Chair by Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, 1970s

Located in Hammarö, SE

Swedish designer Uno Kristiansson, together with his brother Östen Kristiansson, was a central figure behind the company Luxus in Vittsjö, one of the most influential Scandinavian de...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Pine

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by TON, Czechia, 1960 Warm Greige Oatmeal

$1,596Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 34.6 in W 21.7 in D 40.6 in

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by TON, Czechia, 1960 Warm Greige Oatmeal

By TON a.s.

Located in High Point, NC

This vintage wooden chair was produced in Czechia, circa 1960. A rocking armchair sculpted with bentwood, this classic piece was crafted by TON, a furniture company famous in Europe ...

Category

20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Bentwood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Square White Boucle Rocking Lounge / Swivel Chairs

$3,150 / set

H 33.5 in W 34 in D 33 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Square White Boucle Rocking Lounge / Swivel Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of Mid-Century Modern square white boucle rocking lounge / swivel chairs Square form chic mid-century swivel chairs newly upholstered in a luxurious, thick white boucle fabric.

Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Navy Blue Swan Chair Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Danish Modern swivel & rock

$2,400

H 32.75 in W 30 in D 26 in

Navy Blue Swan Chair Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Danish Modern swivel & rock

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A Swan Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen newly upholstered in a navy blue nubby boucle fabric. This chair was stripped, new foam was added and the fabric was hand stit...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

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Walnut and Boucle Rocking Chair / Lounge Chair

Unavailable

H 34 in W 28 in D 31 in

Walnut and Boucle Rocking Chair / Lounge Chair

By Chris Miano

Located in Union City, NJ

Constructed from solid Walnut this Rocker-lounge chair is designed and built to last. Its seat and backrest are upholstered with a natural Bouclé fabric.

Category

2010s American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Modern White Bouclé Cuddle Rocking Chair by Circu Magical Furniture

Unavailable

H 43.31 in W 31.7 in D 30.52 in

Modern White Bouclé Cuddle Rocking Chair by Circu Magical Furniture

By Circu

Located in New York, NY

Rock your chair until your child falls into a deep sleep (and maybe you too).

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood, Oak

Scandinavian Modern Birch Spindle Rocking Lounge Chair, 1960's

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 30.32 in

Scandinavian Modern Birch Spindle Rocking Lounge Chair, 1960's

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Mid-century rocking chair with the new boucle white upholstery.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

Vladimir Kagan Rockstar Rocking Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé, Pair, Signed

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H 33 in W 29 in D 37 in

Vladimir Kagan Rockstar Rocking Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé, Pair, Signed

By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Culver City, CA

Designed by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather in the 1990's, these lounge chairs, aptly named "Rockstar" lounge chairs are just that-- rocking lounge chairs.

Category

1990s Post-Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Rare Vintage Rocking Chair, Czechoslovakia, 1950s, Reupholstered in French Boucle

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H 37.41 in W 24.81 in D 43.31 in

Rare Vintage Rocking Chair, Czechoslovakia, 1950s, Reupholstered in French Boucle

Located in Wrocław, Poland

Very rare model of a rocking chair coming most probably from Czechoslovakia from circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Ash, Beech

Mid Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chair, Czechoslovakia, 1950s, French Boucle

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H 37.41 in W 24.81 in D 43.31 in

Mid Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chair, Czechoslovakia, 1950s, French Boucle

Located in Wrocław, Poland

Very rare model of a rocking chair coming most probably from Czechoslovakia from circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Ash, Beech

Verner Panton Relaxer II Rocking Chair, 1970s - Dedar Milano bouclé fabric

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H 33.86 in W 24.41 in D 35.44 in

Verner Panton Relaxer II Rocking Chair, 1970s - Dedar Milano bouclé fabric

By Verner Panton, Rosenthal

Located in Renens, CH

Relaxer II rocking chair designed by Verner Panton, produced by Rosenthal, Germany during the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Georg Jensen Sculpted Teak & Boucle Wool Rocking Chair for Kubus Møbler

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H 31 in W 25.75 in D 33 in

Georg Jensen Sculpted Teak & Boucle Wool Rocking Chair for Kubus Møbler

By Kubus, Søren Georg Jensen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Georg Jensen sculpted teak & boucle wool rocking chair for Kubus Møbler. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bring...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf

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H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 23.63 in

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Oak, Bouclé

Lamino Rocking Chair in Gorgeous Boucle by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, c. 1950's

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H 41.25 in W 27.5 in D 34 in

Lamino Rocking Chair in Gorgeous Boucle by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, c. 1950's

By Yngve Ekström

Located in Deland, FL

Ekströms Lamino chair, designed in 1956, is perhaps one of the most visually captivating rocking chair models ever made.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Danish Vintage Rocking Chair by Georg Jensen

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H 29.93 in W 25.2 in D 29.93 in

Danish Vintage Rocking Chair by Georg Jensen

By Georg Jensen

Located in London, GB

A stylish, very well made and very comfortable Danish vintage rocking chair by Georg Jensen. This was made in Denmark, it dates from the 1950’s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

Vintage Swedish Rocking Chair in Satin Birch

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H 40.16 in W 25.99 in D 38.98 in

Vintage Swedish Rocking Chair in Satin Birch

Located in London, GB

A very stylish and extremely comfortable vintage Swedish rocking chair in satin birch, dating from the 1960’s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

1960s Upholstered Bentwood Rocking Chair by TON

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H 35 in W 22.4 in D 39.8 in

1960s Upholstered Bentwood Rocking Chair by TON

Located in High Point, NC

This vintage wooden chair was produced in Czechia, circa 1960. A rocking armchair sculpted with bentwood, this classic piece was crafted by TON, a furniture company famous in Europe ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Bentwood

George Hunzinger Aesthetic Movement Spindle Rocking Chair

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H 32 in W 29.5 in D 24 in

George Hunzinger Aesthetic Movement Spindle Rocking Chair

By George Hunzinger

Located in North Miami, FL

This is one of the most beautiful chairs we have ever offered. Spindle design and in century old polished wood frame, new bouclé fabric seat. Ready to adorn your home! What a stateme...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

“Elipse” rocking chair by Renato Zevi, Italy, 1970

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H 33.86 in W 27.76 in D 43.31 in

“Elipse” rocking chair by Renato Zevi, Italy, 1970

By Renato Zevi

Located in Madrid, ES

Rocking chair in bouclé fabric with chromed steel structure, designed by the well-known artist Renato Zevi during the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Frank Reenskaug for Bramin Danish Modern walnut Rocking Chair

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H 34.5 in W 24 in D 31 in

Frank Reenskaug for Bramin Danish Modern walnut Rocking Chair

Located in San Diego, CA

The rocking chair is crafted of a solid walnut frame with spindle backrest, sculpted armrest, and new boucle upholstered cushions and new straps.

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Rocking Chair of Oak by Bent Møller Jepsen, Denmark, ca 1960s

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H 30.32 in W 30.71 in D 38.78 in

Rocking Chair of Oak by Bent Møller Jepsen, Denmark, ca 1960s

By Bent Moller Jepsen, Boltinge Stolefabrik 1

Located in Utrecht, NL

The frame is made of solid oak with beautiful, flowing curves. This rocking chair has a medley of materials, with a stretched canvas back, original patinated, full grain leather armr...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bouclé, Oak

1960s Upholstered Wooden Rocking Armchair by TON

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H 30.7 in W 22.8 in D 40.6 in

1960s Upholstered Wooden Rocking Armchair 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 bentwood, this classic piece was crafted by TON, famous for their wood steam bending t...

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Bentwood

Adrian Pearsall Wave Chaise Rocker Lounge

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H 31 in W 38 in D 59 in

Adrian Pearsall Wave Chaise Rocker Lounge

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in New Windsor, NY

Waive chaise walnut and boucle rocker. The ultimate lounging chair for reading, a disco nap or watching a movie. Circa 1960. Solid walnut base and reupholstered in a cozy white boucl...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut

Milo Baughman Rocking Swivel Egg Chair

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H 44 in W 37 in D 40 in

Milo Baughman Rocking Swivel Egg Chair

By Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

A high back rocking swivel egg chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Teddy / Winter White fabric.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Chrome Rocking Chair SATURDAY / SALE

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H 31 in W 28 in D 37 in

Chrome Rocking Chair SATURDAY / SALE

By Renato Zevi

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Circa 1970 Rocking chair features an elliptical chrome frame supporting the original black tufted black upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Vladimir Kagan Rocking Swivel Chair and Ottoman

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H 35 in W 32 in D 36 in

Vladimir Kagan Rocking Swivel Chair and Ottoman

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

A rocking swivel wingback chair and ottoman designed be Vladimir Kagan for Directional.

Category

Late 20th Century Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Milo Baughman High Back Rocking Egg Chair for Thayer Coggin

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H 44 in W 37 in D 36 in

Milo Baughman High Back Rocking Egg Chair for Thayer Coggin

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in San Diego, CA

Expertly reupholstered in a fresh, soft vanilla bouclé, the chair’s texture adds warmth and modern elegance.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Foam, Walnut

Pair of Midcentury of Rocking Chairs Designed by Ole Wanscher, 1950s

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H 28.75 in W 25.99 in D 27.56 in

Pair of Midcentury of Rocking Chairs Designed by Ole Wanscher, 1950s

By Ole Wanscher

Located in Lejre, DK

Pair of rocking chairs in solid teak, upholstered in bouclé.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Vladimir Kagan, Rocking Chair, Walnut, White Fabric, Kagan Designs, Inc C. 1950

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H 37.1 in W 31 in D 41.75 in

Vladimir Kagan, Rocking Chair, Walnut, White Fabric, Kagan Designs, Inc C. 1950

By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.

Located in High Point, NC

A rocking lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for his own firm Vladimir Kagan Designs Inc.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut

1960s Vladimir Kagan Swivel Barrel Chair on Swivel and Rocking Brass Pedestal

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H 30 in W 29.5 in D 32 in

1960s Vladimir Kagan Swivel Barrel Chair on Swivel and Rocking Brass Pedestal

By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A unique swivel and rocking chair on a brass pedestal base designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

1960s Beech Bentwood Rocking Chairs in Bouclé

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H 31.89 in W 26.38 in D 47.64 in

1960s Beech Bentwood Rocking Chairs in Bouclé

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Czechoslovakia - newly upholstered - carefully refurbished - height of seat 42 cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Belle Époque Children's Furniture

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Bouclé

1950s Restored Rare Rocking Chair in Bouclé Fabric, Czechoslovakia

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H 36.23 in W 23.63 in D 43.31 in

1950s Restored Rare Rocking Chair in Bouclé Fabric, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- The frame is made of beech wood - newly upholstered in bouclé fabric - wooden parts have been refurbished - height of seat 45 cm - color cream white.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

American Vintage Rocking Chair in Yellow Bouclè, Restored

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H 33.08 in W 31.11 in D 44.89 in

American Vintage Rocking Chair in Yellow Bouclè, Restored

Located in Milano, IT

Elegant and sculptural midcentury American rocking chair. The armchair has been restored and refreshed in an elegant yellow bouclè.

Category

20th Century American Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Bouclé

Eames RAR Rocking Chair with Bouclé Wool Upholstery by Herman Miller 'Zenith'

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H 26.78 in W 24.81 in D 27.17 in

Eames RAR Rocking Chair with Bouclé Wool Upholstery by Herman Miller 'Zenith'

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Beautiful and iconic mid-1950s RAR rocking armchair in very good condition by Charles and Ray Eames. Newly upholstered in premium Dedar Bouclé white wool and with original base and r...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf

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H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 23.63 in

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Milo Baughman Rocking Egg Chair

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H 44 in W 37 in D 36 in

Milo Baughman Rocking Egg Chair

By Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

A high back rocking egg chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Reupholstered and refinished.

Category

Vintage 1970s Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

1900s Austrian Bentwood Rocking Chair by Thonet

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H 45.7 in W 22.2 in D 66.9 in

1900s Austrian Bentwood Rocking Chair by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in High Point, NC

This rocking chair was made in Austria, circa 1900 design attributed to Thonet.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Bentwood

1960s Czech Rocking Chair by Antonin Suman

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H 37 in W 37.8 in D 20.5 in

1960s Czech Rocking Chair by Antonin Suman

By Antonín Šuman, TON a.s.

Located in High Point, NC

This vintage wooden chair was produced in Czechia, circa 1960. A rocking armchair sculpted with bentwood, this classic piece was crafted by TON, a furniture company famous in Europe ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Cane, Bentwood

Vladimir Kagan, Rocking Lounge Chair, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 2000s

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H 33.25 in W 31.75 in D 43 in

Vladimir Kagan, Rocking Lounge Chair, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 2000s

Located in High Point, NC

A walnut and bouclé rocking lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Vladimir Kagan Design Group, USA, early 2000s. 13” seat height

Category

Early 2000s Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Chrome Tube Milo Baughman Style Rocker with Ottoman in Brown Boucle

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H 32 in W 27.5 in D 38 in

Chrome Tube Milo Baughman Style Rocker with Ottoman in Brown Boucle

By Renato Zevi

Located in Ferndale, MI

Chrome Tube Milo Baughman Style Rocker with Ottoman in Brown Boucle by Renato Zevi. Chair: 27.5" wide x 38" deep x 32" tall Ottoman: 27" deep x 25" wide x ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

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Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut & Boucle Rocking Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This mid-century modern sculpted walnut rocking chair beautifully marries organic form with relaxed comfort, showcasing the era’s commitment to human-centered design.

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Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut & Boucle Rocking Chair

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Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut & Boucle Rocking Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...

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Weiman Post Modern Sofa Chaise Lounge in Supple Lux Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1990

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Weiman Post Modern Sofa Chaise Lounge in Supple Lux Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1990

By Weiman

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Located in Hudson, NY

Mid-Century Danish Modern rocking chair in gray boucle fabric Vintage and completely restored Excellent condition Designed with brand new commercial grade reupholstery and cushion...

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Rocking Chair Boucle For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the rocking chair boucle you’re looking for. Each rocking chair boucle for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, bouclé and wood. There are many kinds of the rocking chair boucle you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A rocking chair boucle made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made rocking chair boucle has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Renato Zevi, Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad and Bent Moller Jepsen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Rocking Chair Boucle?

The average selling price for a rocking chair boucle at 1stDibs is $4,368, while they’re typically $2,294 on the low end and $24,400 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.

Questions About Rocking Chair Boucle

What is a boucle accent chair?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
A bouclé accent chair is a chair that features a specific type of upholstery called bouclé. It is a combination of looped and woven wool that has a soft, cozy feel. The word "bouclé" means curl in French and refers to the looping wool fibers that make up the upholstery. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bouclé accent chairs.
What is a platform rocking chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A 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.
What does a rocking chair symbolize?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
What 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?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
The 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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A 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.
What is the purpose of a rocking chair?
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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?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A 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.
How do I identify a Thonet rocking chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To 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.
How do you clean a wooden rocking chair?
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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.
How do I identify a Windsor rocking chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To 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.
How do you tell if your rocking chair is an antique?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To 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.
How much is a wooden rocking chair worth?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The 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.
Did Benjamin Franklin invent the rocking chair?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
No, 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.
How do you tell the age of an old rocking chair?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To 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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