Rocking Chair With No Arms
Arts & Crafts Fumed Oak Rocking Chair by Gustave Stickley, no. 311 1/2
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shippensburg, PA
MISSION EBONIZED OAK ROCKING CHAIR NO. 311 1/2
Gustave Stickley ca. 1904-7, red ink maker's mark to
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Illum Wikkelsø Rocking Chair
By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Black lacquered Illum Wikkelsø Gyngestol No.3 rocking chair manufactured by Niels Eilersen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Beech
Mid-Century Modern High Back Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
and gold chenille fabric. This rocking chair is in beautiful condition, keeping in mind that it is
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Paul Tuttle Swiss Rocking chair cowleather steel black wood
By Paul Tuttle
Located in Valladolid, ES
This is a good example of a "Nonna" rocking chair, designed by Paul Tuttle in 1972 for Strässle
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
ANTIQUE ITALIAN CIRCA 1850 HAND CARVED FRUITWOOD LEATHER ROCKiNG ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
circa 1850 hand made in Venice Italy carved Fruitwood rocking armchair depicting Sea horses, Cherubs
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Antique 1850s Italian Early Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fruitwood
H 43.31 in W 34.26 in D 52.17 in
Antique Large Heavy Duty massive Charles Limbert Arm Rocker stickley era W7477
By Charles Limbert
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
real thru tenon construction on both arms, along with pins. This chair is marked with the Limbert
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wool, Cotton, Oak
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Ralph Rapson Lounge Chairs for Knoll 1945
By Ralph Rapson, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
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Signature Work: The Rapson Rapid Rocker, a streamlined wooden rocking chair with a modern aesthetic, became
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Jangada Chair by Jean Gillon, 1960's, Brazilian Modern
By Jean Gillon
Located in Culver City, CA
these chairs online you'll see a space between the headrest and the body cushion-- or the arms flaired
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Rosewood & Leather Lounge Chairs (Henry Walter (h.w.) Klein for Bramin
By Henry W Klein, Henry Walter Klein, H.W. Klein, Design Bramin, Bramin Mobler
Located in Round Top, TX
the classic Rocking Chair No. 182 by Reenskaug (circa 1958) and the idiosyncratically asymmetrical
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 27 in W 33 in D 32.25 in
Pair Vintage Cassina Le Corbusier, Perriand and Jeanneret LC2 Leather Armchairs
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Highclere, Newbury
chairs for Cassina with labelled upholstery and serial numbers. The price shown is for both chairs
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Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 27.56 in W 29.93 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore
By Hancock & Moore
Located in Dallas, TX
mahogany legs ending in metal casters. The large chair with rolled arms features a tall and arched back and
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Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 43 in W 30 in D 34 in
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Iron Rocking Chair attributed to R.W. Winfield & Co.
By R. W. Winfield & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This iron rocking chair with brass bolts is upholstered in blue-gray suede leather of the period
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Rocking Chairs
Vintage Bentwood & Cane Thonet Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in London, GB
A stunning and iconic design, this is the number 21 bentwood rocking chair by Thonet. This model
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Rustic Hickory Furniture Company Rocking Armchair No. 21 Rocker Adirondak Lodge
By Rustic Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
rocking chair by The Rustic Hickory Furniture Company. Features a primitive log and rattan style with
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Early 20th Century Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Hardwood
H 34.75 in W 27.5 in L 34.75 in
Vladimir Kagan 'Rock Star' Pair of Leather Rocking Chairs, c. 1997, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
American Leather (previously LeatherTech). Designed in circa 1997 and called the 'Rock Star' lounge chair
Category
1990s American Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather
Italian Mid Century Franco Albini Curvy Bamboo Rocking Chair
By Franco Albini
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1960s rocking chair in bent bamboo by Italian designer Franco Albini. Compelling curvy lines
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
Antique Italian circa 1850 Hand Carved Fruitwood Leather Rocking Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
carved Fruitwood rocking armchair depicting Sea horses, Cherubs, and gothic gargoyles said to ward off
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Antique 1850s Italian Early Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fruitwood
H 43.31 in W 31.5 in D 53.15 in
13 Star American Flag & Eagle 1830 Hand Carved Chesterfield Rocking Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
American Eagle carved with 13 star flag rocking armchair with Chesterfield tufted leather
Where to begin
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Antique 1830s English William IV Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 34.65 in W 29.73 in L 34.65 in
George III Oak Country Corner Chair with Excellent Colour, circa 1770
Located in Heathfield, GB
substantial throughout with no weak joints, creaks. The chair sits level on the ground and there is no rocking
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Antique 18th Century George III Corner Chairs
Materials
Oak
Fully Restored Authentic Original Vintage French "Bomber" Leather Club Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
cushioned arms and a luxurious sloping supporting back and the feel of a gently used chair just not hard nor
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Vintage 1930s French International Style Club Chairs
H 30.5 in W 28 in D 35.75 in
Vienna 1800s Bentwood Rocker, Very Rare Form
By Michael Thonet
Located in Peekskill, NY
unique and very turn of the century Vienna.
Note: This model of rocking chair is illustrated on page
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Chairs
Rare circa 1825 Burr Maple Rocking Armchair with Hand Carved Swan Detailed Arms
By Charles X
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this very rare original Charles X circa 1825 hand carved rocking chair
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Antique 1820s English Charles X Armchairs
Materials
Maple
H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in
Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore
By Hancock & Moore
Located in Dallas, TX
mahogany legs ending in gilt metal casters. The large chair with rolled arms features a tall and arched
Category
Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 43 in W 26.75 in D 34 in
1980's Chromcraft Leather Dining Game Chairs & Table
By Chromcraft
Located in Lake Worth, FL
dining game 5 piece set
Chairs have casters and adjustable seat rocking tension and the table currently
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Metal
1960s G Plan ‘Most Comfortable Chair in the World’ 6250 Swivel Wingback Armchair
By Paul Conti, G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
design, wide seat and curved arms, deep foam cushioning and feature buttoned back. The chair sits on its
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 40.95 in W 37.01 in D 38.19 in
Fully Restored Chesterfield Victorian Club Armchair New Leather Hand Dyed
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
repairs and made new joints and spliced in reclaimed vintage timber so the frame is rock solid, the chair
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 32.49 in W 32.58 in D 44.89 in
Side-Show Tattooed Man Peter Blake pop art woodcut portfolio on Japanese paper
By Peter Blake
Located in New York, NY
share a joke. A “Tattooed Man” crosses his arms, staring straight at the viewer, unflinching. “Giant
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Late 20th Century Pop Art Portrait Prints
Materials
Woodcut
H 12 in W 9.88 in D 0.5 in
Side-Show, Peter Blake pop art by The Beatles Sgt. Pepper's album cover artist
By Peter Blake
Located in New York, NY
share a joke. A “Tattooed Man” crosses his arms, staring straight at the viewer, unflinching. “Giant
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Late 20th Century Pop Art Portrait Prints
Materials
Woodcut
H 12 in W 9.88 in D 0.5 in
Antique Old Hickory Furniture Rocking Arm Chair No. 21 Rocker Adirondack Lodge
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
"Antique circa 1930s #21 rocking chair by Old Hickory Furniture Company of Martinsville, Indiana
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Vintage 1930s Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Hardwood
H 33.5 in W 31 in D 23 in
Vladimir Kagan 'Rock Star' Leather Rocking Chair and Ottoman, Signed
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection, by American Leather. Designed in 1997 and called the 'Rock Star' lounge chair due to its rocking
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1990s American Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather
Oversized Sam Maloof Style Studio Craftsman Rocking Chair, Signed and Dated
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An incredibly stunning large scale studio rocking chair by Charles Jacobs, signed and dated 11-8-85
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Vintage 1980s American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
H 52 in W 31 in D 45.5 in
Three American Maple Shaker Ladder Back Rocking Chairs from Mt Lebanon New York.
By Mt. Lebanon Shaker Community
Located in London, GB
children's rocking chairs without arms, the smallest child's rocker appears to retain its original flat weave
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Antique 1870s American Shaker Rocking Chairs
Materials
Maple
H 42 in W 23 in D 28 in
Very Rare Original Antique Victorian Bobbin Rocking Armchair Coromandel Painted
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
of the most decorative rocking chairs I’ve ever seen, the frame is an absolute work of art from every
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Antique 1860s English High Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 38.19 in W 25.01 in D 34.26 in
Pair of Rustic Old Hickory Chairs, One Lounge with Arms, One Rocker
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Kansas City, MO
Complimenting pair of old hickory armchairs. One is a lounge chair and the other a rocking chair
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Vintage 1950s American Rustic Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Hickory
ANTIQUE nice ROYCROFT T-Back Rocking Chair - marked , Stickley era W1983
By Roycroft
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an antique Roycroft T-Back Rocking Chair from the early 1900s. It is in excellent
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Upholstery, Oak
Pair of Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Lounge Chairs
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of Swivel and Rocking Lounge chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of New Distressed Leather and Chrome Ralph Lauren Home Lounge Chairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
with a slight bounce like a rocking chair. Very solidly built chairs. These chairs are out of
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Antique American Victorian Wicker Boardwalk Wheelchair Chair Medical Carriage
Located in Dayton, OH
arms with ball and stick accents and rattan seat.
Today a wheelchair is defined as a chair used by a
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
H 43.5 in W 26 in D 47 in
Vintage Ercol No.315 'Grandfather' Rocking Chair, 1960's
By Lucian Ercolani
Located in Ely, GB
A Lovely Large Ercol Windsor Grandfather Rocking Chair Model No. 315, circa 1960’s.
Designed
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Vintage 1960s British Country Rocking Chairs
Materials
Beech, Elm
Illum Wikkelso Gyngestol No. 3 Rocking Chair by Niels Eilerson
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Berkhamsted, GB
Black lacquered Illum Wikkelsø Gyngestol No.3 rocking chair manufactured by Niels Eilerson
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Wonderful Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Wells, ME
Wonderful Bentwood rocking chair, attributed to J & J Kohn or Michael Thonet (this exact form is
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Antique 19th Century Rocking Chairs
Antique Armchair American Rocking Chair Mahogany 19th Century Victorian
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A late 19th century Victorian mahogany American rocking chair armchair with bobbin spindles to the
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 53.15 in W 53.15 in D 19.69 in
Danish Sculpted Rocking Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig - B
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Charlotte, NC
A mid-century Danish Modern sculpted rocking chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig. Walnut frame
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Fabric
FD 108 Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher for France & Daverkosen in 1951
By Ole Wanscher, France & Daverkosen
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
original sand colored cushions, in very good vintage condition.
A super attractive rocking chair with a
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Beech
Danish Mid Century Modern Sculpted Rocking Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig -A
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Mid Century Danish Modern sculpted rocking chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig. Walnut frame
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Fabric
H 36 in W 32.5 in D 35.5 in
Arnold Madsen Clam Chair Muslingestole Norway, Circa 1950s
By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
restoration images, reserve now.
Provenance: Private collection Norway, this chair and another Rocking Clam
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Antique Oak Rocking Chair with Caned Seat and Backrest
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique American style rocking chair, unbranded. Solid oak with high back, flat arms and
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Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
Victorian Twist Oak Rocking Chair in the Style of George Hunzinger
By George Hunzinger
Located in Alhambra, CA
Impressive carved oak rocking chair with twist design in the style of Victorian designer George
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Mies van der Rohe MR20 Rattan Dining Chairs Set of Eight Circa 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe MR20 cantilever rattan dining chairs with arms circa 1960s, the chairs were
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Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
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Questions About Rocking Chair With No Arms
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024What 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?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.
- What is a Windsor rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- What is a Boston rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
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A rocking chair helps soothe infants, children, and adults alike. The rocking and swaying movement helps create a meditative and lethargic state.
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A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024No, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
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