Vintage Black Wicker Rocking Chair with Colourful Cushion
Located in Helsinki, FI
A sculptural mid-century Finnish rocking chair crafted in black wicker from the 1960s-70s.
Rattan, Fabric, Wicker
Industrial Chain Rocking Chair with Pony Skin Cushions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Art piece that is functional - the piece is comprised of Industrial Chain and welded to become a rocking chair - the piece is definitely a statement and should be considered a func...
Metal, Iron
Pair John Risley Metal Rocking Chairs with Mongolian Fur Cushion
By John Risley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A great pair of metal rockers with a very architectural design and look. The pair are a compliment to many rooms and would work especially well in a child room or play area. The...
Metal
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.
Bouclé, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Brown Beech with Yellow Cushions Rocking Chair 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage brown lacquered beechwood rocking chair shows renewed loose seat and back cushions made of light-yellow textile fabric.
Fabric, Beech
Mid-Century Rocking Chair with New Kvadrat Cushion by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Filigree rocking chair from the Danish manufacturer FDB Møbler after a design by Børge Mogensen from the 1960s.
Wood
Outdoor Folia Rocking Chair with Ottoman Designed by Kris Van Puyvelde
By Kris Van Puyvelde
Located in Boston, MA
Ottoman is included but can be order with rocking chair only. Made in Belgium. Seat/back cushion included with rocking chair Seat cushion included with ottoman Fabric rock basic...
Aluminum
Antique Stickley-style Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Rocking Chair
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique rocking chair with suede cushion. Manufactured under the influence of Gustav Stickley's iconic Craftsman style, the chair is made of solid quarter sewn white oak with a suede...
Metal
$2,250Sale Price|40% Off
Restored 3-Strand Reverese Pretzel Rattan Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired, rare three-strand reverse pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with white cushions. This chair features a steam-bent rattan frame.
Rattan
Late 19th Century Thonet #21 Bentwood and Cane Seat Arm Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 19th Century Thonet #21 Bentwood and Cane Seat and back Arm Rocking Chair with blue cushion seat. Measures 18" in width, 28" in depth and 28" in height.
Cane, Bentwood
1950's Rocking Swivel Chair With Cushion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing a stunning rocking swivel chair, elegantly upholstered in exquisite Sina Pearson fabric.
Fabric, Rosewood
Rocking chair by R. Wengler
By Robert Wengler
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rocking chair in bamboo with cushion in Fontainebleau (colour: Maronnier) by Pierre Frey.
Bamboo
$3,900Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Stick Pencil Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair by Emerson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Art Deco era four Double Arch arm rattan rocking chair by Emerson with custom-made cushions made after purchase.
Rattan
Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs. Listing includes (1) sleek sculptural sofa (1) barrel back lounge chair (1) rocking chair, blue upho...
Wicker, Rattan, Bentwood
1920s Bent Wood Rocking Chair with Injiri Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic East Coast Americana rocking chair with cushions made of Injiri organic cotton textiles from India.
Bentwood
Rocking Chair by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Danish rocking chair by Illum Wikkelso with blue cushion.
Wood
Unavailable
H 34.65 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Midcentury Danish Rocking Chair Upholstered in Paul Smith Fabric
By Maharam, Paul Smith
Located in London, GB
Solid teak frame rocking chair, with newly made square seat cushion upholstered in 'Brick & Greige' point fabric designed by Paul Smith for Maharam.
Teak, Fabric
Sold
H 42 in W 42.5 in D 37.5 in
Vintage Pair of OW Lee Wrought Iron Oversized Patio Rocking Chairs with Cushions
By O.W. Lee
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Vintage pair of OW Lee wrought iron oversized patio rocking chairs with cushions. This a lovely and unique set of patio rocking chairs.
Wrought Iron
Stick Reed Rattan Double Strand Spring Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A double-strand arm spring-loaded rattan rocking chair with cushioned back and a rattan stick sided oak base.
Rattan
Wicker Rocking Chair with Rag Rug Cushion & Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine original brown painted Bar Harbor wicker rocking chair is in fine condition.It is ulpholstered in antique rag rug fabric.The cushion & pillow is in down & feather fill.
Wicker
Restored Ritts Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with white cushions. This chair features a steam bent rattan frame.
Wicker, Rattan
Restored Ritts Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with white cushions. This chair features a steam bent rattan frame.
Wicker, Rattan
Charming Child's Wicker Rocking Chair with Custom Upholstered Cushion
Located in Buchanan, MI
CHARMING CHILDS WICKER ROCKING CHAIR WITH CUSTOM UPHOLSTERED CUSION. A MUST HAVE FOR ANY GRANDPARENTS HOME!
Wicker, Wood
Parker Knoll Rocking Chairs with New Zealand Sheepskin Cushions, Pair
By Parker Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
These rockers rock! Our master upholsterers created custom cushions fashioned from our luxurious New Zealand sheepskins. It’s the perfect pair for cozy evenings in the den or nursery...
Sheepskin
Sold
H 27 in W 30 in D 36 in
Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Faux Snakeskin Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Paul Frankl inspired three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with Faux Snakeskin cushions. This chair features a steam bent rattan frame.
Wicker, Rattan
Sold
H 30.5 in W 57.25 in D 37 in
Verner Panton 'Relaxer II for 2' Rocking Lounge Chair with New Custom Cushion
By Verner Panton
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We love this piece! Verner Panton loved a good futuristic design. We've seen many of the single rockers for one person. This double rocker is supreme. We added a channeled-leather cu...
Leather, Beech
Sold
H 30 in W 64 in D 27.5 in
Franco Albini Rocking Chaise Model PS16 with Kalgan Lamb and Leather Cushions
By Franco Albini, Poggi
Located in New York, NY
Franco Albini for Poggi rocking chair model PS16 with walnut frame and newly upholstered luxurious white Kalgan lambskin cushions with saddle leather details on canvas seating tied w...
Leather, Fabric, Canvas, Rope, Walnut
Vintage Danish Rocking Chair
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage Danish rocking chair in ebonized beechwood with two cushions.
Danish Designed Rocking Chair
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish modern oak frame rocking chair with original inner spring cushions.
Wood, Fabric
Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
By France & Søn
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FD 110 - Rocking chair in rosewood with cushions in light wool.
Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
By France & Daverkosen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FD 110 - Rocking chair in teak with brown cushions of wool.
Extremely Rare Danish Modern Bentwood Upholstered Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Extremely rare, Danish modern bent maple wood, rocking chair with custom, scalloped, chenille cushion.
Chenille, Maple
Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chair by Stickley
Located in Astoria, NY
An antique wooden arts and crafts rocking chair with original leather upholstered cushion.
Wood, Leather
Restored Franco Albini Style Stick Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Franco Albini style four Double Arch arm "Day Dreaming" rattan rocking chair with custom-made cushions made after purchase.
Rattan
Restored Stick Pencil Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair by Emerson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Art Deco era four Double Arch arm rattan rocking chair by Emerson with custom made cushions made after purchase.
Rattan
Georg Jensen Rocker with Striped Cushions
By Kubus, Georg Jensen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our goal is to provide beautiful, functional furniture that honors its illustrious past. Our ...
Upholstery, Teak
Cramer Art Deco Stick Reed Rattan Wicker Rocking Chair, 1930s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A very rare Art Deco stick reed rattan rocking chair with over stuffed cushions. There is a metal manufacturer's tag "Cramer MFG Co 253 So Fifth St Philadelphia PA".
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored Franco Albini Style "Day Dreaming" Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Franco Albini style four double arch arm "Day Dreaming" rattan rocking chair with custom made cushions made after purchase.
Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Rocker with Striped Cushions
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid century rocking chair features a solid walnut frame and comfortable vintage upholstery which offers a modern flare to any home or office space. Please confirm item locati...
Walnut
Antique Sea Grass and Wicker Rocker with Custom Cushion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing large wicker and sea grass rocking chair is from the early 20th century and in fantastic condition.
Seagrass, Wicker
Sold
H 17 in W 19 in D 18.25 in
Antique Red Woven Wicker Barrel Back Child’s Rocker Rocking Chair Doll 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique red wicker barrel back child or doll sized rocking chair with attached pink floral cushion.
Upholstery, Wicker
Easy Chair by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A solid teak rocking chair with loose seat and back cushions.
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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