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.

Which office chair has the best cushion?

Which office chair has the best cushion is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer chairs with thicker cushions or like one type of filling material more than another. On 1stDibs, find a collection of office chairs.

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 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 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.

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 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.

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.

Rocking Chair With Cushion

Danish Teak Chair Cushion

Curly Sheepskin

France And Sons Rocking Chair

Stickley Office Chair

Franco Albini Rattan Rocking Chair

Mid Century Rocking Chair France Daverkosen

Adirondack Wicker

Adirondack Leather Chair

20th Century French Spindle-Back Oak Rocking Chair with Bouclé Cushions

$1,995

H 44.1 in W 26.5 in D 32.8 in

20th Century French Spindle-Back Oak Rocking Chair with Bouclé Cushions

Located in High Point, NC

This 20th Century French spindle-back oak rocking chair offers a charming blend of rustic

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20th Century French Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Pair John Risley Metal Rocking Chairs with Mongolian Fur Cushion

$875 / set

H 24 in W 24 in D 28 in

Pair John Risley Metal Rocking Chairs with Mongolian Fur Cushion

By John Risley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

to many rooms and would work especially well in a child room or play area. The seat cushions are

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Brown Beech with Yellow Cushions Rocking Chair 1960s

$2,645

H 44.69 in W 24.81 in D 31.11 in

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Brown Beech with Yellow Cushions Rocking Chair 1960s

Located in Vienna, AT

Scandinavian Modern vintage brown lacquered beechwood rocking chair shows renewed loose seat and

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Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century Rocking Chair with New Kvadrat Cushion by Børge Mogensen, 1960s

$1,759

H 32.68 in W 22.83 in D 28.35 in

Mid-Century Rocking Chair with New Kvadrat Cushion by Børge Mogensen, 1960s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Hamburg, DE

Filigree rocking chair from the Danish manufacturer FDB Møbler after a design by Børge Mogensen

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Outdoor Folia Rocking Chair with Ottoman Designed by Kris Van Puyvelde

$6,266

H 41 in W 24.6 in D 36.6 in

Outdoor Folia Rocking Chair with Ottoman Designed by Kris Van Puyvelde

By Kris Van Puyvelde

Located in Boston, MA

. Seat/back cushion included with rocking chair Seat cushion included with ottoman Fabric rock basic

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2010s Belgian Organic Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Restored 3-Strand Reverese Pretzel Rattan Rocking Chair

$2,250Sale Price|40% Off

H 27.01 in W 29 in D 36 in

Restored 3-Strand Reverese Pretzel Rattan Rocking Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

rocking chair with white cushions. This chair features a steam-bent rattan frame. This rare pretzel

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Vintage 1940s Philippine Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Late 19th Century Thonet #21 Bentwood and Cane Seat Arm Rocking Chair

$2,195

H 38 in W 21 in D 38 in

Late 19th Century Thonet #21 Bentwood and Cane Seat Arm Rocking Chair

By Thonet

Located in Germantown, MD

Late 19th Century Thonet #21 Bentwood and Cane Seat and back Arm Rocking Chair with blue cushion

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

1950's Rocking Swivel Chair With Cushion

$2,310

H 31 in W 23 in D 27 in

1950's Rocking Swivel Chair With Cushion

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing a stunning rocking swivel chair, elegantly upholstered in exquisite Sina Pearson fabric

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Rocking chair by R. Wengler

$3,268

H 32.68 in W 28.75 in D 37.8 in

Rocking chair by R. Wengler

By Robert Wengler

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Rocking chair in bamboo with cushion in Fontainebleau (colour: Maronnier) by Pierre Frey. R

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Restored Stick Pencil Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair by Emerson

$3,900Sale Price|40% Off

H 34 in W 27 in D 66 in

Restored Stick Pencil Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair by Emerson

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A rare Art Deco era four Double Arch arm rattan rocking chair by Emerson with custom-made cushions

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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs

$5,800

H 33.5 in W 71 in D 36 in

Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Item features (1) Sleek sculptural sofa (1) barrel back lounge chair (1) rocking chair, blue

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Sofas

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Bentwood

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1920s Bent Wood Rocking Chair with Injiri Upholstery

Unavailable

H 32 in W 22.5 in D 20 in

1920s Bent Wood Rocking Chair with Injiri Upholstery

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic East Coast Americana rocking chair with cushions made of Injiri organic cotton textiles

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Vintage 1920s American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Rocking Chair by Illum Wikkelso

Unavailable

H 32 in W 21.5 in D 25.5 in

Rocking Chair by Illum Wikkelso

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Danish rocking chair by Illum Wikkelso with blue cushion.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Danish Rocking Chair Upholstered in Paul Smith Fabric

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H 34.65 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in

Midcentury Danish Rocking Chair Upholstered in Paul Smith Fabric

By Paul Smith, Maharam

Located in London, GB

Solid teak frame rocking chair, with newly made square seat cushion upholstered in 'Brick & Greige

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Vintage Pair of OW Lee Wrought Iron Oversized Patio Rocking Chairs with Cushions

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H 42 in W 42.5 in D 37.5 in

Vintage Pair of OW Lee Wrought Iron Oversized Patio Rocking Chairs with Cushions

By O.W. Lee

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Vintage pair of OW Lee wrought iron oversized patio rocking chairs with cushions. This a lovely and

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20th Century Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

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

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Vintage 1980s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Wicker Rocking Chair with Rag Rug Cushion & Pillow

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H 33 in W 30 in D 33 in

Wicker Rocking Chair with Rag Rug Cushion & Pillow

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine original brown painted Bar Harbor wicker rocking chair is in fine condition.It is

Category

Vintage 1920s American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Restored Ritts Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions

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H 35 in W 32 in D 34 in

Restored Ritts Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with white cushions. This chair features a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Restored Ritts Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions

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H 35 in W 32 in D 34 in

Restored Ritts Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with white cushions. This chair features a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Charming Child's Wicker Rocking Chair with Custom Upholstered Cushion

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Charming Child's Wicker Rocking Chair with Custom Upholstered Cushion

Located in Buchanan, MI

CHARMING CHILDS WICKER ROCKING CHAIR WITH CUSTOM UPHOLSTERED CUSION. A MUST HAVE FOR ANY

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American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Parker Knoll Rocking Chairs with New Zealand Sheepskin Cushions, Pair

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H 37 in W 25.5 in D 33 in

Parker Knoll Rocking Chairs with New Zealand Sheepskin Cushions, Pair

By Parker Knoll

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

These rockers rock! Our master upholsterers created custom cushions fashioned from our luxurious

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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Faux Snakeskin Cushions

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H 27 in W 30 in D 36 in

Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Faux Snakeskin Cushions

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A rare Paul Frankl inspired three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with Faux Snakeskin

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Verner Panton 'Relaxer II for 2' Rocking Lounge Chair with New Custom Cushion

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H 30.5 in W 57.25 in D 37 in

Verner Panton 'Relaxer II for 2' Rocking Lounge Chair with New Custom Cushion

By Verner Panton

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

rockers for one person. This double rocker is supreme. We added a channeled-leather cushion to the piece

Category

Vintage 1950s Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Franco Albini Rocking Chaise Model PS16 with Kalgan Lamb and Leather Cushions

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H 30 in W 64 in D 27.5 in

Franco Albini Rocking Chaise Model PS16 with Kalgan Lamb and Leather Cushions

By Franco Albini, Poggi

Located in New York, NY

Franco Albini for Poggi rocking chair model PS16 with walnut frame and newly upholstered luxurious

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Canvas, Rope, Walnut

Vintage Danish Rocking Chair

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H 39 in W 28 in D 37 in

Vintage Danish Rocking Chair

Located in Austin, TX

Vintage Danish rocking chair in ebonized beechwood with two cushions.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Danish Designed Rocking Chair

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H 28.5 in W 26.5 in D 31.75 in

Danish Designed Rocking Chair

Located in Oakland, CA

Danish modern oak frame rocking chair with original inner spring cushions. The solid frame has been

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher

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H 31.11 in W 26.38 in D 29.53 in

Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher

By France & Søn

Located in Copenhagen, DK

FD 110 - Rocking chair in rosewood with cushions in light wool. Maker France & Son.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher

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H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 27.56 in

Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher

By France & Daverkosen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

FD 110 - Rocking chair in teak with brown cushions of wool. Maker France & Daverkosen. Designed

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Extremely Rare Danish Modern Bentwood Upholstered Rocking Chair

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H 32 in W 24 in D 33 in

Extremely Rare Danish Modern Bentwood Upholstered Rocking Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Extremely rare, Danish modern bent maple wood, rocking chair with custom, scalloped, chenille

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Maple

Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chair by Stickley

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H 32 in W 18 in D 26 in

Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chair by Stickley

Located in Astoria, NY

An antique wooden arts and crafts rocking chair with original leather upholstered cushion. The

Category

20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Restored Stick Pencil Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair by Emerson

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H 34 in W 27 in D 66 in

Restored Stick Pencil Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair by Emerson

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A rare Art Deco era four Double Arch arm rattan rocking chair by Emerson with custom made cushions

Category

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Franco Albini Style Stick Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair

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H 34 in W 27 in D 66 in

Restored Franco Albini Style Stick Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A rare Franco Albini style four Double Arch arm "Day Dreaming" rattan rocking chair with custom

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Georg Jensen Rocker with Striped Cushions

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H 29 in W 31 in D 24 in

Georg Jensen Rocker with Striped Cushions

By Georg Jensen, Kubus

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our goal is to provide beautiful, functional furniture that honors its illustrious past. Our ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Cramer Art Deco Stick Reed Rattan Wicker Rocking Chair, 1930s

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H 35 in W 25 in D 36.5 in

Cramer Art Deco Stick Reed Rattan Wicker Rocking Chair, 1930s

Located in Hamburg, PA

A very rare Art Deco stick reed rattan rocking chair with over stuffed cushions. There is a metal

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Restored Franco Albini Style "Day Dreaming" Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair

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H 34 in W 27 in D 66 in

Restored Franco Albini Style "Day Dreaming" Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A rare Franco Albini style four double arch arm "Day Dreaming" rattan rocking chair with custom

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Rocker with Striped Cushions

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H 28 in W 28.5 in D 28 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Rocker with Striped Cushions

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This mid century rocking chair features a solid walnut frame and comfortable vintage upholstery

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Antique Sea Grass and Wicker Rocker with Custom Cushion

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H 46 in W 34.5 in D 34 in

Antique Sea Grass and Wicker Rocker with Custom Cushion

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This amazing large wicker and sea grass rocking chair is from the early 20th century and in

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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Seagrass, Wicker

Antique Red Woven Wicker Barrel Back Child’s Rocker Rocking Chair Doll 19"

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H 17 in W 19 in D 18.25 in

Antique Red Woven Wicker Barrel Back Child’s Rocker Rocking Chair Doll 19"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique red wicker barrel back child or doll sized rocking chair with attached pink floral cushion.

Category

Early 20th Century Rustic Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Easy Chair by Ole Wanscher

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Easy Chair by Ole Wanscher

By Ole Wanscher

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A solid teak rocking chair with loose seat and back cushions. Designed by Ole Wanscher for France

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Yngve Ekstrom Rocker for Swedese, Sweden, circa 1960s

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H 42 in W 24.5 in D 32 in

Mid-Century Modern Yngve Ekstrom Rocker for Swedese, Sweden, circa 1960s

By Yngve Ekström, Swedese

Located in Peabody, MA

A Scandinavian rocking chair with original upholstery and head cushion designed by Yngve Ekstrom

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Restored Franco Albini Style Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions

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H 27 in W 30 in D 36 in

Restored Franco Albini Style Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A rare Franco Albini style three strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with white cushions. This

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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Dining, Set of 5

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H 30 in W 62 in D 44 in

Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Dining, Set of 5

By Russell Woodard

Located in Delray Beach, FL

chairs with cushions. Cushions are getting brittle from age. Dining table is oval shaped and in excellent

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Fiberglass

Heywood Wakefield Child's Wicker Rocking Chair

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H 22 in W 20 in D 17 in

Heywood Wakefield Child's Wicker Rocking Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

20Thc Heywood Wakefield child's rocking chair with a custom leather cushion in fine

Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wicker

American Lifetime Furniture Arts & Crafts Mission Rocking Chair and Seat Cushion

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H 35 in W 26.5 in D 31 in

American Lifetime Furniture Arts & Crafts Mission Rocking Chair and Seat Cushion

By Grand Rapids Furniture Co.

Located in Santa Monica, CA

American Lifetime Furniture Arts & Crafts Mission rocking chair, with a leather seat cushion.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Mission Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

rocking chair in the style of Hans Wegner

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H 42 in W 27 in D 36.5 in

rocking chair in the style of Hans Wegner

Located in Pasadena, CA

oak rocking chair with upholstered cushion

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Woodard Sculptura Pair of Rare Patio Rocking Chairs

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H 29 in W 33.25 in D 28.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Woodard Sculptura Pair of Rare Patio Rocking Chairs

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a fabulous pair of wrought iron, patio rocking chairs, with brown vinyl

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

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

Ash Rocking Chair with Risom Fabric Cushions in Aquafresh

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H 34 in W 34 in D 24.5 in

Ash Rocking Chair with Risom Fabric Cushions in Aquafresh

By Frank Reenskaug, Bramin Mobler

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our goal is to provide beautiful, functional furniture that honors its illustrious past. Our ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Ash

Faarstrup 1950 Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions

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H 32.5 in W 23 in D 25.5 in

Faarstrup 1950 Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions

By Hans J. Wegner, A. Mikael Laursen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Great little low back spindle back rocking chair from Faarstrup Mobler, Denmark made circa 1950. We

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Farstrup 1950s Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions

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H 32.5 in W 23 in D 25.5 in

Farstrup 1950s Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions

By Farstrup

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Great little low back spindle back rocking chair from Farstrup Møbler, Denmark made circa 1950. We

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Faarstrup 1950 Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions

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H 32 in W 22.5 in D 28 in

Faarstrup 1950 Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions

By A. Mikael Laursen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Great little low back spindle back rocking chair from Faarstrup Mobler, Denmark made circa 1950. We

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Faarstrup 1950 Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions

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H 32.5 in W 23 in D 25.5 in

Faarstrup 1950 Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions

By Hans J. Wegner, A. Mikael Laursen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Great little low back spindle back rocking chair from Faarstrup Mobler, Denmark made circa 1950. We

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Industrial Iron & Wicker Rocking Chair with Vintage Linen Cushion, Mid-Century

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H 34.26 in W 23.23 in D 44.49 in

Industrial Iron & Wicker Rocking Chair with Vintage Linen Cushion, Mid-Century

Located in Munich, DE

Mid-Century iron & wicker rocking chair with beautiful lines and a comfortable seat. The cushion

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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Rocking Chairs

Materials

Iron

Faarstrup 1950 Low Backrest Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions

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H 11 in W 11 in D 11 in

Faarstrup 1950 Low Backrest Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions

By Farstrup, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Great little low back spindle back rocking chair from Faarstrup Mobler, Denmark made circa 1950. We

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Signed Gustav Stickley Arts and Crafts Armless Rocking Chair with Yellow Cushion

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H 33 in W 18.5 in D 26.5 in

Signed Gustav Stickley Arts and Crafts Armless Rocking Chair with Yellow Cushion

By Gustav Stickley

Located in Houston, TX

Signed arts and crafts armless rocking chair by Gustav Stickley with original yellow and green

Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

Vintage Lloyd Loom Style Brown Wicker Rocking Armchair with Cushion

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H 32 in W 31.5 in D 29 in

Vintage Lloyd Loom Style Brown Wicker Rocking Armchair with Cushion

Located in Sheffield, MA

The vintage brown/tan wicker rocking lounge chair in classic English style featuring a flowing

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wicker

Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher

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H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 31.5 in

Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher

By France & Daverkosen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

FD 110 - Rocking chair in teak with original cushions of brown Hallingdal 65 wool. Maker France

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Faarstrup 1950's Low Spindle Back Chair with Shearling Cushions

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H 34 in W 23.5 in D 24 in

Faarstrup 1950's Low Spindle Back Chair with Shearling Cushions

By Farstrup

Located in Bridgeport, CT

-upholstered the chair with new cushions in an exuberant curly sheepskin (s520C from Garrett Leather) in a

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Modern Walnut Rocking Chair by Selig

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H 39.5 in W 27 in D 34 in

Danish Modern Walnut Rocking Chair by Selig

By Selig

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and sculpted arm rests. An extremely comfortable rocking chair with two overstuffed removable cushions

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Danish Teak Rocker in the Style of Ole Wanscher

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H 28 in W 28 in D 33.5 in

Danish Teak Rocker in the Style of Ole Wanscher

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Solid teak rocking chairs with newly created cushions. Fabric is a nubby mixture of baby blue

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Vermont Tubbs Snow Shoe Rocking Chair

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H 35 in W 21 in D 32 in

Vermont Tubbs Snow Shoe Rocking Chair

By Vermont Tubbs Furniture

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Scarcely seen Vermont Tubbs Adirondack style snow shoe rocking chair with new custom cushion

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H 37.5 in W 51.75 in D 28 in

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Located in Sheffield, MA

", with cushion 19" Chair - Arm height 25.75" Table - D 20.50", W - 30.25", H 18.38" Rocking chair

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"Chaise Longue Rocking Chair" by Joaquim Tenreiro

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"Chaise Longue Rocking Chair" by Joaquim Tenreiro

By Joaquim Tenreiro

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Mid Century Modern Rocking Chair with Black Leather Cushion

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English Black Wood Mid-Century Rocking Chair with Black Leather Cushion

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Located in Copenhagen, DK

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Pair of Art Deco French Walnut Chairs with Cushions

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A pair of Art Deco French walnut chairs with cushions one rocker and one chair.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Rocking Chairs

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Rocking Chair With Cushion For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the rocking chair with cushion you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each rocking chair with cushion for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, natural fiber and hardwood. There are many kinds of the rocking chair with cushion you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A rocking chair with cushion, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made rocking chair with cushion over the years, but those crafted by A. Mikael Laursen, Hans J. Wegner and Franco Albini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Rocking Chair With Cushion?

The average selling price for a rocking chair with cushion at 1stDibs is $1,781, while they’re typically $395 on the low end and $32,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Rocking-chairs for You

The phrase “rocking chair” didn’t find its way into the dictionary until the mid-18th century. While most of the sitting furniture that we use in our homes originated in either England or France, the iconic rocking chair is a quintessentially American piece of furniture.

A Philadelphia cabinetmaker’s bill for a proto-rocking chair issued in 1742, which identified the seat as a “Nurse Chair with rockers,” is the earliest surviving evidence of this design’s humble beginnings. The nurse chair was a low side chair intended for nursing women, so giving it a soothing rocking motion made sense. Rocking chairs, which saw a curved slat affixed to the chairs’ feet so that they could be literally rocked, quickly gained popularity across the United States, garnering a reputation as a seat that everyone could love. They offered casual comfort without the expensive fabrics and upholstery that put armchairs out of many families’ budgets.

Rocking chairs are unique in that they don’t just offer a place to rest — they offer an opportunity to reminisce. The presence of one of these classic pieces stirs up our penchant for nostalgia and has the power to transform a space. They easily introduce a simple country feel to the city or bring the peaceful rhythm of a porch swing into a sheltered sunroom. Although craftsmen took to painting and stenciling varieties of the chairs that emerged in New England during the 19th century, the most traditional rocking chairs are generally unadorned seats constructed with time-tested materials like wood and metal. As such, a minimalist vintage rocking chair can be ushered into any corner of your home without significantly disrupting your existing decor scheme or the room’s color palette.

In the decades since the first rocker, top designers have made the piece their own. Viennese chair maker Michael Thonet produced a series of rockers in the middle of the 19th century in which the different curved steam-bent wood parts were integrated into fluid, sinuous wholes. Mid-century modernists Charles and Ray Eames added wooden rockers to their famous plastic shell armchair, while Danish designer Frank Reenskaug opted for teak and polished beech, introducing pops of color with small cushions (a precursor to the bold works that would follow in the 1970s and 1980s).

No matter your personal style, let 1stDibs pair you with your perfect seat. Deck out your porch, patio or parlor — browse the vintage, new and antique rocking chairs in our vast collection today.

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