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Rare Sculptural Rocking Chair Surfboard Design 70s Vintage Pine
Located in Oldenburg, NI
A sculptural rocking chair made of pine designed like an oldschool surfboard, probably designed in
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Pine

Sculptural Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern style rocking chair in the design of Vladimir Kagan. Great form throughout the
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Sculptural Rocking Chair
Sculptural Rocking Chair
H 39 in W 31 in D 43 in
Mid-Century Lee Woodward Tufted Chenille Sculptural Rocking Chair
By Lee Woodward Zeigler
Located in Medina, OH
Mid-Century Lee Woodward Tufted Sculptural Rocking Chair in a printed charcoal textured chenille
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Italian Modern Sculptural Rocking Chair in Walnut after Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful and sculptural rocking chair in the style of Gio Ponti. This chair features solid
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Vintage Sculptural Rocking Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig Denmark
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
with this breathtaking sculptural rocking chair made by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig of Denmark. With it's
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Beech

IB Kofod-Larsen Sculptural Rocking Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in New York, NY
1960s Mid-Century Modern sculptural rocking chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig Denmark.   
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Rocking Chair by Lee Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sculpted metal frame rocking chair with tufted vinyl upholstery makes a stylish and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Ib Kofod-Larsen Sculptural Rocking Chair for Selig, Denmark, 1960s
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Mid-Century Danish Modern rocking chair, model 650-15, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Swedish Mid Century Modern, Sculptural Rocking Chair in Pine, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A highly decorative rocking chair in pine. Handcrafted by a Swedish Cabinetmaker in the 1960s. A
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Pine

Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Rocking Chair for Craft Associates Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular Adrian Pearsall walnut rocking chair for Craft Associates. This fabulous sculptural
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Bentwood Rocking Art Chair
By Sam Maloof
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Sculptural rocking chair in the Sam Maloof style, circa 1970s Not marked or signed however you can
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Matti Savijärvi, Finnish 1920s Rocking Chair Made of Roots
By Matti Savijärvi
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Finnish Sculptural rocking chair made from tree roots. Matti Savijärvi made these kind of chairs
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Early 20th Century Finnish Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Riviera Style Vintage Organic Rattan Bamboo Rocking Chair, 1960s, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Riviera style vintage organic rocking chair from rattan bamboo Italy 1960s. While the sculptural
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Rattan

1960s Rattan Wicker Sculptural Round Rocking Chair
By Franco Bettonica
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare rattan rocking chair you could hope
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Restored Sculptural Danish Rocking Chair, c1955
By Baumritter
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Elegantly restored Mid-Century Modern rocking chair most likely by Baumritter. Comb back style with
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Sculptural Teak Rocking Chair by Igmar Relling for Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A circa 1960s Teak rocking chair design by Igmar Relling for Westnofa of Norway. Wonderful
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wool, Teak

Vic Rocking Chair by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Rocker
Located in Guatemala, GU
Piegatto Vic Rocking chair. What we love when doing chairs is the connection that exists between your body
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2010s Guatemalan Organic Modern Rocking Chairs

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Plywood

Sculptural 1960s Wishbone Rocking Chair In Oak By Robin Williams
By Robin Williams, Sam Maloof, Yngve Ekström
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A rare 1960s "Wishbone" rocking chair in steam-bent oak by British designer Robin Williams
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Ingmar Relling for Westnofa High-Back Sculptural Teak Rocking Chair, 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 1960s Scandinavian Modern high-back teak rocking chair with original upholstery by Ingmar Relling
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Foam, Beech, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Style Wide Frame Sculptural Upholstered Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern style wide frame sculptural upholstered rocker rocking chair. Item features a
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

"MT3" Sculptural Monobloc Rocking Chair Designed by Ron Arad for Driade
By Driade, Ron Arad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"MT3" is an iconic sculptural polyethylene monobloc rocking chair, designed by Ron Arad and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Plastic

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Beech Bentwood Rocking Chair Attributed to Thonet
By Michael Thonet
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant sculpted bentwood Thonet rocker from Czechoslovakia c1960. Hand caned seat and back with a fabulous bentwood design. Concentric circles form the base with other be...
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Cane, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Studio Made Lounge Rocking Chair in Exotic Wood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This studio made rocking chair is a stunning work of art. It features laminated exotic hardwood
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Sculptural Unique Rocking Chair by Finnish Matti Martikka in Solid Pine, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning one of collectible item by Finnish Matti Martikka. A rocking chair made in solid pine
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Pine

1970s Sculptural Chrome and Black Velour Rocking Chair Rocker in the Manner of M
By Milo Baughman
Located in Basel, BS
Gorgeous polished bent chrome frame, and black velour upholstered seat and back. Authentic 1970s vintage acquired from the stunning estate of a Chicago, USA Mid Century collector. ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The unique Danish modern design of this midcentury rocking chair makes a striking addition to home
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
H 36.75 in W 27 in D 34 in
Midcentury Rocking Chair by Lee Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully designed sculptural rocker by Lee Woodard, with tufted leather body and brass railing
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Brass

Helge Vestergaard-Jensen 1960s Rosewood Rocking Chair
By Peder Pedersen, Helge Vestergaard-Jensen
Located in London, GB
Helge Vestergaard-Jensen rosewood rocking chair, c1960s. Stunning sculptural, modernist rocking
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Cane and Exotic Wood Brazilian Rocking Chair
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Buffalo, NY
Sculptural Brazilian rocking chair in the style of Joaquim Tenriero. Amazing quality and design
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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Cane, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by Paoli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century modern rocking chair with sculptural maple frame and geometric patterned upholstery
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Gastone Rinaldi Ondalunga Rocking Chair Italy 1971
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
A very rare and original "Ondalunga" rocking chair, designed by Gastone Rinaldi and manufactured by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Studio Rocking Chair by Richard Harrison, US, 1960s
By Richard Harrison
Located in Berlin, DE
Custom, handmade studio rocking chair designed by Richard Harrison. This remarkable, lightweight
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Vintage 1960s American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Industrial Chain Rocking Chair with Pony Skin Cushions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rocking chair - the piece is definitely a statement and should be considered a functional and sculptural
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20th Century Industrial Rocking Chairs

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Metal, Iron

1940s Swedish Rocking Chair by Gustaf Axel Berg
By Gustaf Axel Berg, Alvar Aalto
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A particularly fine 1940s birch bentwood rocking chair by Swedish designer Gustaf Axel Berg. An
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Birch

1940s Swedish Rocking Chair by Gustaf Axel Berg
1940s Swedish Rocking Chair by Gustaf Axel Berg
H 36.23 in W 23.23 in D 29.14 in
Studio Made Laminated Wood Rocking Chair by Douglas Hackett
By Hackett
Located in Toronto, CA
More art piece than furniture piece, this 1980s studio-made “Rocking Rocker Chair” by American
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Vintage 1980s American Futurist Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Mid Century Studio Craft Rocking Chair Mexico 1970s
Located in Troy, MI
Bentwood studio craft rocking chair Mexico 1970s Hand crafted sculptural frame of exotic woods with
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Bentwood

Studio Craft Sculpted Walnut Rocking Chair By Jeffrey Greene
By Jeffrey Greene
Located in Culver City, CA
Get ready to rock and roll in style with Jeffrey Greene's walnut rocking chair, straight from the
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1990s American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Wendell Castle Crescent Moon Wood and Suede Rocking Chair
By Wendell Castle
Located in Miami, FL
Wendell Castle crescent moon wood and suede rocking chair. Offered for sale is a Wendell Castle
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Late 20th Century American Rocking Chairs

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Suede, Walnut

Studio Craft Rocking Chair in the style of Sam Maloof
By Sam Maloof
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful American Studio Craft Oak Rocking Chair in the style of Sam Maloof. Amazing sculptural
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak, Ash

Lucian Ercolani for Ercol Rocking Chair in Beech and Oak
By Ercol, Lucian Ercolani
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lucian Ercolani for Ercol, rocking chair, beech, oak, United Kingdom, 1960s   Lucian Ercolani
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech, Oak

Amazing Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair in the Style of Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wonderful vintage modern rocking chair features a sculptural bent rod chrome frame. Stylish
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair & Ottoman in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
Available today with free domestic shipping included, this one-of-a-kind Brazilian Modern Rocking
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Cassina Walnut Rocking Lounge Chairs Model 572 in Ivory Kalgan Lambskin, 1950s
By Studio Tecnico, Cassina
Located in New York, NY
rocking lounge chairs model 572 with ivory Kalgan lambskin channeled cushions on webbing, Italy, 1955
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Lambskin, Rubber, Walnut

Pair of Vintage Woodard Wrought Iron Flex Rocking Chairs Mid Century Modern
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This pair of Vintage Woodard Wrought Iron Flex Rocking Chairs exudes the timeless charm of mid
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Mid-20th Century Rocking Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Rocking Chair by Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Selig in Denmark in the 1960's. This stunning chair features a solid dark walnut stained beech
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech

An Early MODERN NEO-CLASSICAL FREE-FORM ROCKING-CHAIR by THONET, France 1900
By Thonet
Located in PARIS, FR
An important, very spectacular and charming free-form rocking-chair, Art-Nouveau, Art-Deco, Neo
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Rocking Chairs

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Bamboo, Cane

Sculptural Unique Stump Chair by Finnish Matti Martikka in Solid Pine, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural hand carved one of collectible item by Finnish Matti Martikka. A chair made in solid
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Pine

Sculptural Handmade Angel Pazmino Leather Rocker Circa 1960s
By Angel Pazmino
Located in Peabody, MA
Modernist rocking chair inn leather and carved wood by Angel Pazmino, Ecuador, circa 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Sitlali Rocking Armchair in Solid Wood with Rods and White Lacquering
By Philippe Bestenheider
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
defining feature, infusing the chair with a unique sculptural character. This design flows effortlessly
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2010s Italian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Rocker by Lee Woodard Pair Available
By Lee Woodward Zeigler
Located in Port Jervis, NY
to the leather on the arm pads. Comfy and very sturdy. Seat heigt is 19. Price is for each chair. 2nd
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Lishman Rocker, Sculptural Chrome-Plated circa 1976, William Lishman
By Bill Lishman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Free form rocking chair with cast aluminum tractor seat and backrest,, Canadian Bill Lishman is
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Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Scandinavian Rosewood and Leather Rocker Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous bentwood rocker in rosewood and black leather by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Very comfy and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear.
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Rosewood, Leather

Gorgeous Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Rocker, Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous Adrian Pearsall rocker with new turquoise ultra suede fabric. The ottoman has been sold so only the rocker remains. The solid walnut frame is tight and sturdy-looks more lik...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Lena Larsson, Made by Nesto, a Mid Century Ebonised Rocker with Sculptural Arms
By Lena Larsson, Nesto
Located in London, GB
Lena Larsson, manufactured by Nesto. A Mid Century Modern Swedish Grandessa rocking armchair with
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Metal and Fabric "Satala" Cushioned Hammock by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
The Satala is made of galvanized metal, painted in a bronze-like shade. Satala is a sculptural
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Organic Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Holger Georg Jensen for Tønder Møbelværk Danish Teak Rocker, circa 1960s
By Holger Georg Jensen, Tønder Møbelvaerk
Located in Peabody, MA
Sculptural Danish teak rocker by Holger Georg Jensen for Tønder Møbelværk, circa 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Rock 4 Red Chair by Marc Sadler
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
An exquisite armchair of sculptural allure, this piece is a tribute to Minimalist, essential lines
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Rock 4 Red Chair by Marc Sadler
H 29.93 in W 21.66 in D 21.26 in
Aida Chair by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Chair
Located in Guatemala, GU
Other Specifications: -Seating Height: 18.1" -Armrest Height: 23.2" -Chair made of 43 Laminated
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2010s Guatemalan Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Rare Mid Century modern Poul Hundevad Rocking Chair
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Weesp, NL
Poul Hundevad rare mid century modern rocking chair Extremely rare oak and canvas 1950s safari
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Canvas, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Rock Swivel Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Charleston, SC
blossoming tulip. An overstuffed cushion runs down along the edge of the seat back adding a sculptural, and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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Sculptural Rocking Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the sculptural rocking chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, fabric and walnut, every sculptural rocking chair was constructed with great care. Find 52 options for an antique or vintage sculptural rocking chair now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a sculptural rocking chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A sculptural rocking chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made sculptural rocking chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates and Ib Kofod-Larsen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Sculptural Rocking Chair?

Prices for a sculptural rocking chair start at $812 and top out at $12,500 with the average selling for $3,071.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Sculptural Rocking Chair
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.