$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
Late Victorian Oak & Caine Scrolling Rocking Chair by Thonet No. 4
By Thonet
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Turn of the century Vienna Secession bent oak No. 4 rocking chair by Thonet features an elegant, sculptural frame crafted from warm-toned bentwood with striking fluid curves and eleg...
Wicker, Oak
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 the reverse Item # 309VAX24P Described in their 1904 catalogue as being "Craftsma...
Faux Leather, Oak
Mid-Century Modern High Back Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
They say, “worry is like a rocking chair: it gives you something to do but never gets you anywhere!”
Fabric, Oak
$2,177Sale Price|20% Off
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 International, Switzerland.
Steel
Rocking Chair Attributed to Hal Taylor after Sam Maloof, James Krenov, USA, 1980
By Sam Maloof
Located in Deland, FL
The chair features fluid, sculpted lines with dramatically shaped rockers, generously proportioned arms, and a tall, supportive back with gracefully tapered spindles.
Cherry
ANTIQUE ITALIAN CIRCA 1850 HAND CARVED FRUITWOOD LEATHER ROCKiNG ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
The leather seat pad and back have been replaced recently with this lovely heritage brown leather hide, heritage leather has wonderful creasing and patina and is designed to look old...
Leather, Fruitwood
Jangada Chair by Jean Gillon, 1960's, Brazilian Modern
By Jean Gillon
Located in Culver City, CA
Style it however you want, because this chair adapts to you. If you search these chairs online you'll see a space between the headrest and the body cushion-- or the arms flaired out-...
Leather, Rosewood
Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by H.W. Klein, Rosewood & Leather, 1970s
By Bramin Mobler, Design Bramin, Henry W Klein, Henry Walter Klein, H.W. Klein
Located in Round Top, TX
Other memorable Bramin pieces include the classic Rocking Chair No. 182 by Reenskaug (circa 1958) and the idiosyncratically asymmetrical Chair No. 168 by Olsen (circa 1956).
Leather, Rosewood
$2,643Sale Price / item|20% Off
Mid Century Teak & Steel Chairs - Style of Gerrit Rietveld and Joseph-Andre Mott
By Gerrit Rietveld Jr., Artifort
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Two chairs in stock as shown: one static lounge chair and one rocking chair.
Steel
Late 19th Century Levantine Savonarola Rocking Chair With Beautiful Floral Inlay
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Stunning Late 19th Century Levantine Arabesque Savonarola Rocking Chair with Floral Inlay, circa 1890 A highly decorative late 19th-century Levantine rocking chair, circa 1890, di...
Hardwood
White Scrolling Wrought Iron Glider Rocking Settee & Chair Patio Outdoor Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A set of white 1950s Mid-Century Woodard style wrought iron wire patio/outdoor seating featuring a Glider lounge chair and Settee. Each features a scrolling seat back and armrests re...
Iron
$2,880Sale Price / set|20% Off
Black Scrolling Wrought Iron Glider Rocking Settee & Chair Patio Outdoor Set
By Russell Woodard
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A set of black 1950s Mid-Century Woodard style wrought iron wire patio/outdoor seating featuring a Glider lounge chair and Settee. Each features a scrolling seat back and armrests re...
Wrought Iron
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, attributed to R.W.
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 was likely made in Czechoslovakia in one of the former Thonet factories which used th...
Bentwood
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H 34.75 in W 27.5 in
Rustic Hickory Furniture Company Rocking Armchair No. 21 Rocker Adirondak Lodge
By Rustic Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Rustic Hickory Furniture Company rocking armchair no. 21 Rocker Adirondak Lodge Pre 1930s rocking chair by The Rustic Hickory Furniture Company.
Rattan, Hardwood
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H 33 in W 29 in D 37 in
Vladimir Kagan 'Rock Star' Pair of Leather Rocking Chairs, c. 1997, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in circa 1997 and called the 'Rock Star' lounge chair due to its rocking chair abilities cleverly disguised underneath with hidden wooden runners and signature rounded form,...
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.
Bamboo
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H 43.31 in W 31.5 in D 53.15 in
Antique Italian circa 1850 Hand Carved Fruitwood Leather Rocking Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
The leather seat pad and back have been replaced recently with this lovely heritage brown leather hide, heritage leather has wonderful creasing and patina and is designed to look old...
Leather, Fruitwood
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H 34.65 in W 29.73 in L 34.65 in
13 Star American Flag & Eagle 1830 Hand Carved Chesterfield Rocking Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and exceptionally rare original William IV 1830 American Eagle carved with 13 star flag rocking armchair with Chesterfield tufted lea...
Leather, Hardwood
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H 28.5 in W 16.25 in D 21 in
19th century Child's Maple Shaker Rocking Armchair Mt. Lebanon, New York
By Mt. Lebanon Shaker Community
Located in Savannah, GA
Antique child's maple rocker with arms marked "Shakers No 1 Trademark Mt. Lebanon NY." It retains it original dark walnut color varnish and rush seat. Nice old worn patina. See measu...
Rush, Maple
Ralph Rapson Lounge Chairs for Knoll 1945
By Ralph Rapson, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Ralph Rapson Lounge Chairs for Knoll 1945 Scarce Design features, Solid birch frames with fully upholstered seat, back, and arms, reupholstered with cotton-poly woven fabric.
Fabric, Birch
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H 30.5 in W 28 in D 35.75 in
Fully Restored Authentic Original Vintage French "Bomber" Leather Club Chair
Located in Highwood, IL
It is finally on it's last test, the comfort test, where we actually take the time and sit in every chair, making absolute sure that it sits just like it should A springy, bounce in ...
Vienna 1800s Bentwood Rocker, Very Rare Form
By Michael Thonet
Located in Peekskill, NY
The look is striking and unique and very turn of the century Vienna. Note: This model of rocking chair is illustrated on page 15 and listed as "rocking armchair No. 3" in the 1881...
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H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in
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 depicting swans heads on the arms This is one of the best looking armchairs I have ever ...
Maple
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H 43 in W 26.75 in D 34 in
Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore
By Hancock & Moore
Located in Dallas, TX
The large chair with rolled arms features a tall and arched back with ear sides and tilt motion; the armchair is upholstered with a tufted tan leather, and dressed with decorative na...
Leather, Mahogany
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H 43 in W 30 in D 34 in
Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore
By Hancock & Moore
Located in Dallas, TX
The large chair with rolled arms features a tall and arched back and tilt motion; the armchair is upholstered with a tufted brown leather, and dressed with decorative nail head trim ...
Leather, Mahogany
1980's Chromcraft Leather Dining Game Chairs & Table
By Chromcraft
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Approximate Measurements in Inches Table with leaf (as shown): 59" wide (with leaf) x 42" deep x 28.5" high The leaf is 18" Chair arm clearance is 26.25" Chairs: 32.5" high at ...
Metal
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H 32.49 in W 32.58 in D 44.89 in
Fully Restored Chesterfield Victorian Club Armchair New Leather Hand Dyed
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare fully restored Victorian armchair This armchair has been fully restored with no expense spared, the history of the chair is as fo...
Leather, Mahogany
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H 44.5 in W 23.5 in D 24.5 in
Traditional Neoclassic Style Hancock & Moore Red Leather & Wood Barstools Set 5
By Hancock & Moore
Located in Topeka, KS
The arms curve downward into a fabulous carved scroll that rests attractively next to the seat.
Brass
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H 12 in W 9.88 in D 0.5 in
Side-Show Tattooed Man Peter Blake pop art woodcut portfolio on Japanese paper
By Peter Blake
Located in New York, NY
A “Tattooed Man” crosses his arms, staring straight at the viewer, unflinching.
Woodcut
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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
A “Tattooed Man” crosses his arms, staring straight at the viewer, unflinching.
Woodcut
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H 33.5 in W 31 in D 23 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.
Rattan, Hardwood
Vladimir Kagan 'Rock Star' Leather Rocking Chair and Ottoman, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 1997 and called the 'Rock Star' lounge chair due to its rocking chair abilities cleverly disguised underneath with hidden wooden runners and signature rounded form, the c...
Leather
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H 52 in W 31 in D 45.5 in
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.
Hardwood
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H 42 in W 23 in D 28 in
Three American Maple Shaker Ladder Back Rocking Chairs from Mt Lebanon New York.
By Mt. Lebanon Shaker Community
Located in London, GB
Two are graduated children's rocking chairs without arms, the smallest child's rocker appears to retain its original flat weave seat, and it's condition throughout is worthy of a mus...
Maple
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H 38.19 in W 25.01 in D 34.26 in
Very Rare Original Antique Victorian Bobbin Rocking Armchair Coromandel Painted
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally rare period Victorian circa 1860-1880 bobbin turned rocking armchair which has been painted with a simulated coromandel finish ...
Oak
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H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Antique Large Heavy Duty massive Charles Limbert Arm Rocker stickley era W7477
By Charles Limbert
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a great looking lounge arm chair rocker by Limbert in pristine condition. It is Limbert model #840. The seat and back are reupholstered using top quality leather and filled ...
Leather, Wool, Cotton, Oak
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. The solid hickory frames and woven wicker seats and backs are in very good condition...
Wicker, Hickory
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H 36 in W 25.25 in D 21 in
ANTIQUE nice ROYCROFT T-Back Rocking Chair - marked , Stickley era W1983
By Roycroft
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
STURDY & STRONG, this rocking chair is ready for use in your home or office.
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.
Velvet, Walnut
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H 36 in W 30.5 in D 38 in
Pair of New Distressed Leather and Chrome Ralph Lauren Home Lounge Chairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Price is per chair. May sell individually. Pair of Ralph Lauren lounge chairs with heavy chrome detailing in the arms, legs and the back.
Chrome
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H 27.56 in W 29.93 in D 27.56 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
This can often be the result of visiting degenerates who take to perching atop the thick set and, obviously inviting, arms themselves rather than actually sitting in the chair.
Chrome
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H 43.5 in W 26 in D 47 in
Antique American Victorian Wicker Boardwalk Wheelchair Chair Medical Carriage
Located in Dayton, OH
It is a Shaker-style rocking chair with wheels attached but with no leg rests.
Wicker, Rattan
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 by Lucian Ercolani, the rocking chair seamlessly blend contemporary British design a...
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. Designed 1958.
Wood
Wonderful Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Wells, ME
Provenance: Property from the Collection of Gerald Kornblau. Note: This model of rocking chair is illustrated on page 15 and listed as "rocking arm chair No. 3" in the 1881 catalog...
Sold
H 53.15 in W 53.15 in D 19.69 in
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 arms and frame, upholstered in a ‘Floral’ woven material, sitting on sprung legs al...
Mahogany
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, rounded slats back, cloth seat support straps, neutral cream colored fabric upholstered...
Walnut, Fabric
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H 33.1 in W 25.2 in D 29.9 in
FD 108 Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher for France & Daverkosen in 1951
By Ole Wanscher, France & Daverkosen
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
A super attractive rocking chair with a clear midcentury Danish expression, made with stained beech frame and original spring cushions.
Beech
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H 36 in W 32.5 in D 35.5 in
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, rounded slats back, cloth seat support straps, neutral cream colored fabric upholstered...
Walnut, Fabric
George III Oak Country Corner Chair with Excellent Colour, circa 1770
Located in Heathfield, GB
The chair sits level on the ground and there is no rocking, the top of the back appears to lean but is original and this is due to very old movement as the timbers dried when the cha...
Oak
Arnold Madsen Clam Chair Muslingestole Norway, Circa 1950s
By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Provenance: Private collection Norway, this chair and another Rocking Clam both came from the same home.
Sheepskin, Beech
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H 40.95 in W 37.01 in D 38.19 in
1960s G Plan ‘Most Comfortable Chair in the World’ 6250 Swivel Wingback Armchair
By Paul Conti, G Plan Furniture
Located in London, England
The chair sits on its original base that allows it to rock and swivel safely without the risk of tipping over.
Metal
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 stretchers.
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 Hunzinger.
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
Mies van der Rohe MR20 rattan dining chairs Circa 1960s Magnificent set of eight mid century Ludwig Mies van der Rohe MR20 cantilever rattan dining chairs with arms circa 1960s, t...
Rattan
$807Sale 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
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 48 in D 22 in
Arts and Crafts Settee Bench signed Gustav Stickley c 1905 -1912
By Gustav Stickley
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional, rare signed Mission, Arts and Crafts, Gustav Stickley settee, bench in original condition. The bench features a slatted back, and drop in, inner spring cushion ( needs r...
Upholstery, Oak
$3,600
H 38 in W 27 in D 32 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Wool Upholstery Tall Back Rocking Lounge Chair
By Dux of Sweden, Selig
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern wool upholstery tall back rocking lounge chair.
Upholstery, Chestnut
$1,500
H 29.5 in W 27 in D 31.88 in
Mid-Century Vintage "Rocker 952" by Lawrence Peabody for Nemschoff
By Lawrence Peabody, Nemschoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern small rocking chair with wicker back. Walnut wood frame with two thick cushions. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Walnut
Gustav Stickley Arts & Crafts Mission Rocker with New Leather Seat
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Arts & Crafts rocking chair by Gustav Stickley, circa 1910. Quarter sawn oak with a new leather seat and padding. Mortise and tenon construction all pegged joints. Very comf...
Brass
$1,088 / item
H 38.59 in W 22.05 in D 37.8 in
Nonna Rocking Chair by Paul Tuttle for Strässle, Switzerland, 1972
By Paul Tuttle, Strässle International
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Nonna rocking chairs designed in 1972 by american designer Paul Tuttle for Strässle International, Switzerland. Metal structure finished in bronze and bentwood oak wood and u...
Metal
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