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 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.

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.

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 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 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 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.

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High Back Wrought Iron Chair

Lloyd Mfg

Spring Rocker

Woodard Springer

Antique Spring Rocking Chair with Custom Embroidery on Vintage Linen

$1,365Sale Price|36% Off

H 41.5 in W 21 in D 24 in

Antique Spring Rocking Chair with Custom Embroidery on Vintage Linen

Located in Pasadena, CA

Antique spring rocking chair with new painted finish. Has been newly upholstered in Vintage linen

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Antique Late 18th Century Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood, Linen

Restored Mid-century Triple Strand Rattan Springer Rocking Chair

$2,250

H 34 in Dm 29 in

Restored Mid-century Triple Strand Rattan Springer Rocking Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original Mid-century triple-strand bent arm springer rattan rocking chair. This rocking chair

Category

Vintage 1950s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Eclectic 19th-Century Spring Rocking Chair in Floral Fabric

$485Sale Price|20% Off

H 38.98 in W 21.66 in D 30.32 in

Eclectic 19th-Century Spring Rocking Chair in Floral Fabric

Located in Opole, PL

Eclectic 19th-Century Spring Rocking Chair in Floral Fabric An Eclectic spring rocking chair from

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Antique Late 19th Century German Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Deco Chrome & Vinyl Springer Rocking Chair by Kem Weber for Lloyd

$2,900

H 33 in W 24 in D 24 in

Art Deco Chrome & Vinyl Springer Rocking Chair by Kem Weber for Lloyd

By lloyd manufacturing co., Kem Weber

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This is a beautiful spring cantilever chrome lounge chair with black wood arms in yellow vinyl

Category

Vintage 1930s American Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Green & Black Springer Rocking Chair by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell

$2,900

H 37 in Dm 24 in

Art Deco Green & Black Springer Rocking Chair by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell

By Howell, Wolfgang Hoffmann

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Custom Green and black Wolfgang Hoffmann Art Deco springer lounge chair for Howell furniture. These

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Vintage 1930s American Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel

Mid-century Steel Springer Rocking Outdoor Patio Chair , Pair

$5,200 / set

H 35 in W 23 in D 29 in

Mid-century Steel Springer Rocking Outdoor Patio Chair , Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

cantilever Springer Garden chairs. This vintage patio chair pair features sturdy metal construction with a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

1930s Pair of Chestnut Chiavari Rocking Chairs with Springs, old America style

$7,044 / set

H 32.29 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in

1930s Pair of Chestnut Chiavari Rocking Chairs with Springs, old America style

By Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Sturdy style old America 1930s chestnut Chiavari rocking chairs with springs, restored new

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Chestnut

1800s Antique Heywood Wakefield Large Wicker Rocking Arm Chair with Springs Seat

$1,475

H 38.5 in W 29 in D 32 in

1800s Antique Heywood Wakefield Large Wicker Rocking Arm Chair with Springs Seat

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Germantown, MD

1870s Heywood Wakefield Victorian Wicker rocking arm chair. Ultra comfortable and in very good

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Rocking Chairs

$3,000 / set

H 32 in W 25 in D 22 in

Mid-Century Rocking Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of rare mid-century modern arm chairs with spring rocking action. Solid wood frame with spayed

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

American Art Deco Mesh and Flat Steel Springer Chair, Garden

$1,650

H 37 in W 22 in D 33 in

American Art Deco Mesh and Flat Steel Springer Chair, Garden

By Kem Weber

Located in Buffalo, NY

American Art Deco mesh and flat steel springer chair, indoor of outdoor, garden, wonderful design

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Dondolo Rose Antique Iron Rocking by Yukiko Nagai

$18,703 / item

H 36.62 in W 22.84 in D 32.29 in

Dondolo Rose Antique Iron Rocking by Yukiko Nagai

Located in Geneve, CH

antique. The price of the artwork may vary depending on the price of the chair. An antique rocking

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Stone, Cement, Marble, Iron

Yves Boucard Pair of Large Carved Wood Spring Painted Rocking Chairs

$15,500

H 42 in W 34 in D 29.5 in

Yves Boucard Pair of Large Carved Wood Spring Painted Rocking Chairs

By Yves Boucard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

YVES BOUCARD (b. 1953) Pair of large "Spring" chairs, Switzerland, 2008 Carved and

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rustic Chippy Peely Mid Century Metal Outdoor Cantilever Patio Arm Chair

$700

H 33.5 in W 21 in D 29 in

Rustic Chippy Peely Mid Century Metal Outdoor Cantilever Patio Arm Chair

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

metal springer rocking chair. Created from metal, the chair features vertical slats that extend from the

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pr. Art Deco/ Machine Age Chrome & Leather KEM Weber Springer Lounge Chairs

$4,200 / item

H 34 in W 27 in D 32 in

Pr. Art Deco/ Machine Age Chrome & Leather KEM Weber Springer Lounge Chairs

By Kem Weber, lloyd manufacturing co.

Located in Buffalo, NY

) in 1937 for Lloyd Mfg. Known as the "springer" chairs, they sit on flat band chrome springs and

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

KEM Weber Springer Armchair for Lloyd

$2,975

H 38 in W 26 in D 24.5 in

KEM Weber Springer Armchair for Lloyd

By Kem Weber, lloyd manufacturing co.

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Known as the “Springer” chair, the chairs sit on flat band chrome iron springs and function as

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of KEM Weber Springer Armchairs

$2,925Sale Price / set|35% Off

H 35 in W 24.5 in D 28 in

Pair of KEM Weber Springer Armchairs

Located in Sheffield, MA

” chair, the chairs sit on flat band chrome steel springs and function as rocking chairs. The chairs

Category

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Yves Boucard Pair of Large Carved Wood Spring Painted Rocking Chairs

$15,500

H 42 in W 34 in D 29.5 in

Yves Boucard Pair of Large Carved Wood Spring Painted Rocking Chairs

By Yves Boucard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Yves Boucard (b. 1953) Pair of large "Spring" chairs, Switzerland, 2008 Carved and

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Metal Garden Mesh Rocker and Spring Chair

$2,600 / item

H 34.25 in W 22 in D 22 in

Mid-Century Modern Metal Garden Mesh Rocker and Spring Chair

Located in Sheffield, MA

rocking chair for indoor, outdoor, garden, porch or patio use. Wonderful design, springy mesh seat and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal, Iron

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Lovely set of Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Rocking Chair and Ottoman

Unavailable

H 32 in W 24.5 in D 18 in

Lovely set of Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Rocking Chair and Ottoman

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in San Jose, CA

Woodard Designed by Maurizio Tempestini Iconic Tempestini for Salterini radar spring rocking chair and

Category

Vintage 1950s American American Classical Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

3 KEM Weber Style Art Deco Springer Lounge Chairs

Unavailable

H 34 in W 26.5 in D 31 in

3 KEM Weber Style Art Deco Springer Lounge Chairs

By Kem Weber

Located in 3 Oaks, MI

Very comfortable Art Deco chairs in the style designed by KEM Weber manufactured by Lloyd. Flat

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Pair of Salterini Woodard Iron Radar Hoop Patio Springer Rocking Lounge Chairs

Unavailable

H 38 in W 30 in D 28 in

Pair of Salterini Woodard Iron Radar Hoop Patio Springer Rocking Lounge Chairs

By Salterini

Located in Tulsa, OK

Springer base so you can rock in them for added comfort! They are vintage 1960s. They have been painted but

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Springer Armchair Black Leather by KEM Weber for Lloyd Mfg, Bauhaus, Deco, 1935

Unavailable

H 36 in W 22.75 in D 31 in

Springer Armchair Black Leather by KEM Weber for Lloyd Mfg, Bauhaus, Deco, 1935

By Kem Weber

Located in Madison, WI

steel springs, it functions as a rocking chair. The leather hand of the cushions is luxurious. A Classic

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

1950s Mid-Century Modern Platform Spring Rocking Chairs, a Pair

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H 30.25 in W 13 in D 24 in

1950s Mid-Century Modern Platform Spring Rocking Chairs, a Pair

Located in San Carlos, CA

Cool set of 2 Mid-Century Modern platform spring rocking chairs with spindled barrel back. Produced

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Chrome Art Deco Springer Rocking Chair

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H 34 in W 23 in D 32 in

Chrome Art Deco Springer Rocking Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Chrome Art Deco springer lounge chair consisting of chrome frame that seamlessly forms to shape the

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of 2 Spring Rocking Chairs, 80s

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H 40.16 in W 22.84 in D 29.53 in

Set of 2 Spring Rocking Chairs, 80s

Located in Landgraaf, NL

Set of 2 rare rocking chairs 80s in a art deco style. Beech wood frame with red velvet upholstery

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Beech

Stick Reed Rattan Double Strand Spring Rocking Chair

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H 35 in W 28 in D 29 in

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

Category

Vintage 1980s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Midcentury Aluminum Springer Rocking Chair

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H 36 in W 26 in D 30 in

Midcentury Aluminum Springer Rocking Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Midcentury springer rocking consisting of an aluminum frame with a large sled shaped steel spring

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Russell Woodard "Sculptura" Spring Rocking Chair

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H 32 in W 33 in D 28.75 in

Russell Woodard "Sculptura" Spring Rocking Chair

By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Outdoor rocking chair by Russell Woodard for Woodard Furniture, c.1950s. The rocking chair is from

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

MCM Turquoise Vinyl Faux Leather Spring Rockers Style of McKay and Rock-A-Chair

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H 33.5 in W 25.5 in D 29 in

MCM Turquoise Vinyl Faux Leather Spring Rockers Style of McKay and Rock-A-Chair

By McKay Furniture Corp.

Located in Topeka, KS

turquoise vinyl or faux leather spring rockers in the style of McKay Furniture and Rock-a-Chair. The perfect

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Old Hickory Spring Chair with a Metal Base/ Woven Seat and Back

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H 33 in W 29 in D 25 in

Old Hickory Spring Chair with a Metal Base/ Woven Seat and Back

By Hickory Manufacturing Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Old Hickory spring chair with a metal base and woven seat and back. The seat was rewoven at some

Category

Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Hickory

Pair Steel Mesh Cantilever Spring Rockers by Woodard Co

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H 31 in W 27 in D 31 in

Pair Steel Mesh Cantilever Spring Rockers by Woodard Co

By Russell Woodard

Located in Ferndale, MI

Pair Steel Mesh Cantilever Spring Rockers by Russell Lee Woodard Co.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Rocking Chairs

Rare Pair of American 1930s Machine Age Tubular Chrome Springer Armchairs

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H 35 in W 24 in D 30 in

Rare Pair of American 1930s Machine Age Tubular Chrome Springer Armchairs

By lloyd manufacturing co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

A stylish and rare pair of American 1930s Machine Age tubular chrome springer armchairs by KEM

Category

Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Rocking Chairs

Kem Weber for Lloyd Chrome Springer Chair

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H 38 in W 20 in D 20 in

Kem Weber for Lloyd Chrome Springer Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Great "Springer" Rocking Chair with leather cushions and painted black arms. Chrome is all

Category

20th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Swivel Rocking Chairs in the Manner of Karl Springer

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H 30 in W 30 in D 36 in

Pair of Swivel Rocking Chairs in the Manner of Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Pasadena, CA

These so comfortable chairs rock and swivel. They sit on a five-point swiveling base in metal and

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Hollywood Regency Style Black Wrought Iron Spring Patio Garden Chairs - a Pair

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H 41 in W 23.25 in D 28 in

Hollywood Regency Style Black Wrought Iron Spring Patio Garden Chairs - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Hollywood Regency Style Black Wrought Iron Rock and Spring Garden Patio Chairs - a Pair. Item

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid Century Springer B25 Rocking Chair by Homecrest

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H 35 in W 25 in D 25 in

Mid Century Springer B25 Rocking Chair by Homecrest

By Homecrest

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century springer B25 rocking chair by Homecrest. This chair consists of a wire iron frame with

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid-century Steel Springer Rocking Outdoor Patio Chair , Pair

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H 35 in W 23 in D 29 in

Mid-century Steel Springer Rocking Outdoor Patio Chair , Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

cantilever Springer Garden chairs. This vintage patio chair pair features sturdy metal construction with a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel

Woodard Wrought Iron High Back Gliding Lounge Chair, Set of Four

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H 33 in W 21 in D 31 in

Woodard Wrought Iron High Back Gliding Lounge Chair, Set of Four

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in Van Nuys, CA

detailing. This unique chair set features side springs that rock the chair its place much like a modernized

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Woodard Wrought Iron High Back Gliding Lounge Chairs - Set of 4

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H 33 in W 21 in D 31 in

Mid-Century Woodard Wrought Iron High Back Gliding Lounge Chairs - Set of 4

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in Van Nuys, CA

detailing. This unique chair set features side springs that rock the chair it's place much like a modernized

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of Salterini Cantilever Spring Chairs

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H 30 in W 30 in D 25 in

Pair of Salterini Cantilever Spring Chairs

Located in Hanover, MA

Wonderful pair of vintage Salterini cantilevered spring bounce rocking chairs. Price

Category

Vintage 1950s American Patio and Garden Furniture

Vernacular Springer Chairs w/ Slatted Seat Antique

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H 35 in W 23 in D 20 in

Vernacular Springer Chairs w/ Slatted Seat Antique

By Kem Weber

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Springer chairs evolution of the rocking chair this pair with a slat seat, found in rural Texas

Category

Vintage 1950s American American Craftsman Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Art Deco Steel Spring Rocker Side Chairs, circa 1930

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H 31 in W 29 in D 16 in

Set of Four Art Deco Steel Spring Rocker Side Chairs, circa 1930

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Modern Industrial Set of 4 Steel Spring Rocking Side Chairs. Featuring heavily riveted tubular bent

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel

Woodard Wrought Iron High Back Gliding Lounge Chair

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H 33 in W 22 in D 31 in

Woodard Wrought Iron High Back Gliding Lounge Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

detailing. This unique sofa features side springs that rock the chair its place much like a modernized

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Russell Woodard "Sculptura" Spring Rocker Chairs w/ Ottoman

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H 31 in W 28 in D 34 in

Pair of Russell Woodard "Sculptura" Spring Rocker Chairs w/ Ottoman

By Russell Woodard

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Russell Woodard black wire mesh "Sculptura" spring rocking chair, set of two with ottoman. These

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Russell Woodard Wrought Iron Springer Rocking Chairs

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H 30 in W 27.5 in D 25 in

Pair of Russell Woodard Wrought Iron Springer Rocking Chairs

By Russell Woodard

Located in Ferndale, MI

Pair of rocking chairs by Russell Woodard for Woodard Co.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Russell Woodard Wrought Iron Springer Rocking Chairs

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H 30 in W 27.5 in D 25 in

Pair of Russell Woodard Wrought Iron Springer Rocking Chairs

By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard

Located in Ferndale, MI

Pair of rocking chairs by Russell Woodard for Woodard Co.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

English Steel Rocking Chair

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H 39 in W 23.5 in D 38 in

English Steel Rocking Chair

By R. W. Winfield & Co.

Located in Round Top, TX

A terrific English spring steel and leather rocking chair attributed to RW Winfield, Birmingham

Category

Early 20th Century English Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Six Blue Mid-Century McKay Spring Rocker Rocking Chair

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H 44 in W 20.75 in D 17.5 in

Set of Six Blue Mid-Century McKay Spring Rocker Rocking Chair

By McKay Furniture Corp.

Located in Manhasset, NY

and wood and the rocking motion is just enough to relax you. The spring system is intact and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

KEM Weber Chrome Art Deco Armchair "Springer Chair" for Lloyd

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H 34 in W 25 in D 32 in

KEM Weber Chrome Art Deco Armchair "Springer Chair" for Lloyd

By Kem Weber, lloyd manufacturing co.

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original "Springer Chair" rocking chair constructed with a chrome-plated steel frame designed by

Category

Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Highly Decorative Midcentury Bamboo & Rattan Easy Chairs with Sheepskins

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H 30.5 in W 30 in D 30 in

Pair of Highly Decorative Midcentury Bamboo & Rattan Easy Chairs with Sheepskins

Located in Lisse, NL

rotate, if you look at all our images, you will see that these chairs also have a rocking-chair-like

Category

Mid-20th Century European Colonial Revival Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of John Salterini Outdoor Patio Chairs on Springer / Rocking Base, Restored

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H 32.5 in W 30 in D 25.5 in

Pair of John Salterini Outdoor Patio Chairs on Springer / Rocking Base, Restored

By John Salterini

Located in Kansas City, MO

springer base. These two chairs are slightly different variations on the same design. One sits slightly

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel, Wrought Iron

KEM Weber Springer Chair

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H 33.08 in W 22.84 in D 29.14 in

KEM Weber Springer Chair

By Kem Weber

Located in Bochum, NRW

band chromed springs and functions as a rocking chair. Reupholstered in cognac-color soft and thick

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Woodard Wrought Iron High Back Gliding Lounge Chair, Set of Four

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H 33 in W 21 in D 31 in

Woodard Wrought Iron High Back Gliding Lounge Chair, Set of Four

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in Van Nuys, CA

detailing. This unique sofa features side springs that rock the chair its place much like a modernized

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Danish Spring Rocking Chair in Teak, 1960

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H 38.98 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in

Midcentury Danish Spring Rocking Chair in Teak, 1960

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

The spring rocking chair has a high back and deep design for comfort and support. It has a solid

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

John Salterini Cantilevered Spring Rocking Chairs

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H 29.5 in Dm 31.5 in

John Salterini Cantilevered Spring Rocking Chairs

By John Salterini

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of cantilevered spring rocker by Salterini, circa late 1950's. Fresh coat of grey lacquer

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

American Folk Art Rocker

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H 41 in W 19 in D 26 in

American Folk Art Rocker

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Wonderful "spring" rocking chair in original paint with great wear and terrific patina. Very comfy

Category

Early 20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Pair of Salterini Patio Chairs

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Pair of Salterini Patio Chairs

Located in Harbor Springs, MI

. Springs rocking chairs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Materials

Steel

"Much Obliged" Steel Springer Chairs by Artist Philip Miller

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H 41 in W 35 in D 27 in

"Much Obliged" Steel Springer Chairs by Artist Philip Miller

By Philip Miller

Located in North Hollywood, CA

chair. They have a comforting springing motion, earning them recognition as a rocker for the book and

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair KEM Weber American Art Deco Springer Armchairs

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H 34 in W 27 in D 32 in

Pair KEM Weber American Art Deco Springer Armchairs

Located in Coral Gables, FL

on flat band chrome steel springs and function as rocking chairs. The chairs have their original

Category

20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Kem Weber "Springer" Chair

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H 34 in W 27 in D 32 in

Kem Weber "Springer" Chair

Located in Coral Gables, FL

for Lloyd Manufacturing. Known as the “springer” chair, the chair sits on flat band chromed springs

Category

20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Pair of Metal Garden Chairs

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H 32 in W 23 in D 25 in

Pair of Metal Garden Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Pennsylvania Spring rock and arm chair with waffle weave seat and back. Matching glider

Category

20th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pair K.E.M. Weber American Art Deco Springer Chairs

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H 34 in W 27 in D 32 in

Pair K.E.M. Weber American Art Deco Springer Chairs

Located in Coral Gables, FL

) in 1937 for Lloyd Mfg. Known as the "springer" chairs, they sit on flat band chrome springs

Category

20th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Western Themed Living Room Ensemble

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H 32 in W 92 in D 31 in

Western Themed Living Room Ensemble

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Spring Rocking Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic spring rocking chair available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, steel and wood, every spring rocking chair was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the spring rocking chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right spring rocking chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Russell Woodard, John Salterini and Lloyd Manufacturing Co. each produced at least one beautiful spring rocking chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Spring Rocking Chair?

The average selling price for a spring rocking chair at 1stDibs is $2,700, while they’re typically $613 on the low end and $12,850 for the highest priced.

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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.

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Questions About Spring Rocking Chair

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 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.
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.
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 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 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 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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