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Folk Art Rocking Chairs

FOLK ART STYLE

Folk art is a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Antique, new and vintage folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, duck decoys, portraiture and paintings, carnival art and quilts.

Quilts are a quintessential part of American folk art but their roots are international, with quilting dating back to Ancient Egypt. The practice spread to Europe and was especially prominent in the Middle Ages, with one of the oldest surviving examples being the Tristan quilt made in Sicily in the 14th century. They were made as bedcovers and clothing, including as a layer for knights to wear beneath their armor. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.

Elsewhere, the vast range of work associated with Mexican folk art includes masks made by Mexican craftspeople for traditional celebrations and ceremonial dances. Mexican masks are part of the country’s folk-art traditions that go back thousands of years and play a role in festivals and theater.

Works in the folk art tradition are valuable because of the skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story.

During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.

Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of antique, new and vintage folk art on 1stDibs.

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Style: Folk Art
Rocking Chair "Svensk Hemslöjd" Sheepskin & Pinewood, Sweden, Early 20th Century
By Torsten Claeson, Axel Einar Hjorth, Svensk Hemslöjd
Located in Odense, DK
Unique rocking chair handmade by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the early 20th century.. Made in solid Scandinavian dark stained pinewood with a deep patina. Carved decorations. The chair...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Pine, Sheepskin

Rocking Chair "Svensk Hemslöjd" Sheepskin & Pinewood, Sweden, Early 20th Century
Rocking Chair "Svensk Hemslöjd" Sheepskin & Pinewood, Sweden, Early 20th Century

Rocking Chair "Svensk Hemslöjd" Sheepskin & Pinewood, Sweden, Early 20th Century

Children's Rocking Chair, Finland, early 1900s
Located in Espoo, FI
Step back in time with our charming and children's rocking chair, handcrafted in the early 1900s by an unknown talented Finnish artisan. This unique piece showcases Arts & Crafts des...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Birch

Children's Rocking Chair, Finland, early 1900s
Children's Rocking Chair, Finland, early 1900s

Children's Rocking Chair, Finland, early 1900s

1960s Folk Art Rustic Hand Carved Monumental Rocking Horse Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, full rocking horse chair you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what i...
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1960s American Vintage Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Wood

1960s Folk Art Rustic Hand Carved Monumental Rocking Horse Chair
1960s Folk Art Rustic Hand Carved Monumental Rocking Horse Chair

1960s Folk Art Rustic Hand Carved Monumental Rocking Horse Chair

Vintage Handmade Bart Simpson Child Rocking Chairs Folk Art - Pair
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Pair of handmade Bart Simpson child-size rocking chairs. Vintage condition, one is more worn than the other but both show wear consistent with age. Solid ...
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20th Century American Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Paint

Vintage Handmade Bart Simpson Child Rocking Chairs Folk Art - Pair
Vintage Handmade Bart Simpson Child Rocking Chairs Folk Art - Pair

Vintage Handmade Bart Simpson Child Rocking Chairs Folk Art - Pair

19th Century Scottish Turned-Bobbin Rocking Chair
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Scottish turned-bobbin rocking chair in various woods. Constructed circa 1850-1889 and originates from Scotland, near the Northwest b...
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1850s Scottish Antique Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Pine, Fruitwood, Ash

19th Century Scottish Turned-Bobbin Rocking Chair
19th Century Scottish Turned-Bobbin Rocking Chair

19th Century Scottish Turned-Bobbin Rocking Chair

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19th Century English Windsor Rocking Chair
Located in Nantucket, MA
English Yew wood Windsor rocking chair with carved and pierced splat back, saddle seat, and nicely turned legs.
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19th Century English Antique Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Yew

19th Century English Windsor Rocking Chair
19th Century English Windsor Rocking Chair

19th Century English Windsor Rocking Chair

H 41 in W 25.5 in D 26 in
19th Century Biedermeier Rocking Chair, Mahogany, Germany, circa 1840
Located in Greven, DE
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19th Century Biedermeier Rocking Chair, Mahogany, Germany, circa 1840
19th Century Biedermeier Rocking Chair, Mahogany, Germany, circa 1840

19th Century Biedermeier Rocking Chair, Mahogany, Germany, circa 1840

H 38.19 in W 22.45 in D 23.63 in
Restored Rare Snake Arm Rattan Rocking Child Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Paul Frankl inspired one-strand snake arm childrens size rattan rocking chair with stick rattan seat. Professionally restored to original specificat...
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1950s American Vintage Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Wicker, Rattan

Restored Rare Snake Arm Rattan Rocking Child Chair
Restored Rare Snake Arm Rattan Rocking Child Chair

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H 22 in W 16 in D 28 in
Midcentury Riviera Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chair for Children, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant rocking chair for children, manufactured in Italy during the 1950s. The chair is in folded rattan, with beautiful details and in very good c...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Cane, Bamboo, Rattan

Midcentury Riviera Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chair for Children, 1950s
Midcentury Riviera Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chair for Children, 1950s

Midcentury Riviera Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chair for Children, 1950s

H 20.87 in W 14.18 in D 26.38 in
Antique Upholstered Carved Walnut Lincoln Rocking Chair 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Lincoln rocker offers walnut frame with foliate carved crest over shaped and upholstered back, scroll form arms and upholstered seat, 19th ce...
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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Upholstered Carved Walnut Lincoln Rocking Chair 19th C
Antique Upholstered Carved Walnut Lincoln Rocking Chair 19th C

Antique Upholstered Carved Walnut Lincoln Rocking Chair 19th C

H 49 in W 23 in D 39 in
19th Century Campaign Iron with Leather Rocking Chair R.W. Winfield
By R. W. Winfield & Co.
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Early Modernism. Created out of Strap Iron and Leather, in complete original condition. Beautiful sculpted hand forged iron which completely breaks dow...
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1850s English Antique Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Iron

19th Century Campaign Iron with Leather Rocking Chair R.W. Winfield
19th Century Campaign Iron with Leather Rocking Chair R.W. Winfield

19th Century Campaign Iron with Leather Rocking Chair R.W. Winfield

H 40.5 in W 22.5 in D 34 in
Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Stylish child’s bentwood rocking chair attached to Thonet. This example is in very good original condition showing only light wear normal and consistent with age. Measures: Total H ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Cane, Bentwood

Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair
Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair

Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair

H 24.5 in W 16 in D 28 in
20th Century American Studio Craft Walnut Rocking Chair
By Sam Maloof
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage 20th century American studio Craft walnut rocking chair designed in the United States. This rocking chair has a design inspired by the most representative models of...
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20th Century American Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

20th Century American Studio Craft Walnut Rocking Chair
20th Century American Studio Craft Walnut Rocking Chair

20th Century American Studio Craft Walnut Rocking Chair

H 44 in W 26.25 in D 39.25 in
Bentwood Early 1900s Rocking Chair Produced by Mundus, Budapest
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Bentwood and straw rocking chair produced by Mondus in the early 20th century. The armchair is complete and features its original maker label: "Mundus Budapest". The chair is compl...
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Early 19th Century Hungarian Antique Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Straw, Bentwood

Bentwood Early 1900s Rocking Chair Produced by Mundus, Budapest
Bentwood Early 1900s Rocking Chair Produced by Mundus, Budapest

Bentwood Early 1900s Rocking Chair Produced by Mundus, Budapest

H 38.98 in W 23.23 in D 53.15 in
Victorian Oak Rocking Chair with Scottish Bobbin Turnings All over Cherub Fabric
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale absolutely stunning ornately carved with Bobbin turns, Rocking armchair with Cherub stitched upholstery This is pretty much the finest rocking ...
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19th Century English Antique Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Victorian Oak Rocking Chair with Scottish Bobbin Turnings All over Cherub Fabric
Victorian Oak Rocking Chair with Scottish Bobbin Turnings All over Cherub Fabric

Victorian Oak Rocking Chair with Scottish Bobbin Turnings All over Cherub Fabric

H 43.71 in W 25.6 in D 32.68 in
Early 20th Century Rocking Chair with Caned Seat
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
36.5″OAH x 25″OAW x 28.5″D (16.5″ Seat Height x 16.5 Seat Depth)
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Early 20th Century Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Cane

Early 20th Century Rocking Chair with Caned Seat
Early 20th Century Rocking Chair with Caned Seat

Early 20th Century Rocking Chair with Caned Seat

H 336.5 in W 25 in D 28.5 in
1960s Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair, Finland
By Varjosen Puunjalostus
Located in Zohor, SK
Iconic rocking chair by Varjosen Puunjalostus, Finland. Beautiful design with elegant, strong wood. Completely restored with new finish both on the sea (varnished natural beech), and...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Oak

1960s Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair, Finland
1960s Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair, Finland

1960s Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair, Finland

H 44.1 in W 23.23 in D 41.74 in
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19th Century Appalachian Rocking Chair
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Appalachian rocking chair constructed from twigs, bentwood and an oak seat. Faint remnants of old paint. Excellent condition and...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Oak, Bentwood

19th Century Appalachian Rocking Chair
19th Century Appalachian Rocking Chair

19th Century Appalachian Rocking Chair

H 44.5 in W 22.75 in D 34 in
Antique American Windsor Folk Art Painted Stencil Back Boston Rocking Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century Boston rocker. Features a black painted finish with hand stencilled fruit and flower deisgns. Includes a contoured rail over a pierc...
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19th Century Antique Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Hardwood, Paint

Antique American Windsor Folk Art Painted Stencil Back Boston Rocking Arm Chair
Antique American Windsor Folk Art Painted Stencil Back Boston Rocking Arm Chair

Antique American Windsor Folk Art Painted Stencil Back Boston Rocking Arm Chair

H 42.5 in W 33.5 in D 23 in
Rustic Rocking Chair Attributed to Rev. Ben Davis of Blowing Rock, NC
Located in Stamford, CT
Rustic rocking chair attributed to Rev. Ben Davis of Blowing Rock, North Carolina. Chip carved decor & incised leaf & floral heart motif back, early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Rustic Rocking Chair Attributed to Rev. Ben Davis of Blowing Rock, NC
Rustic Rocking Chair Attributed to Rev. Ben Davis of Blowing Rock, NC

Rustic Rocking Chair Attributed to Rev. Ben Davis of Blowing Rock, NC

H 46 in W 36 in D 23 in
Bentwood Rustic Armchair-Rocker with Plank Seat & Traces of Early Black Paint
Located in Stamford, CT
Bentwood rustic armchair-rocker with plank seat & traces of early black paint, American, early 20th century.  
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Bentwood

Bentwood Rustic Armchair-Rocker with Plank Seat & Traces of Early Black Paint
Bentwood Rustic Armchair-Rocker with Plank Seat & Traces of Early Black Paint

Bentwood Rustic Armchair-Rocker with Plank Seat & Traces of Early Black Paint

H 42 in W 25 in D 33.5 in
19th Century Appalachian Rocking Chair
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Appalachian rocking chair constructed from twigs, bentwood and an oak seat. Faint remnants of old paint. Excellent condition and...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Oak, Bentwood

19th Century Appalachian Rocking Chair
19th Century Appalachian Rocking Chair

19th Century Appalachian Rocking Chair

H 44.5 in W 22.75 in D 34 in
20th Century Swedish Dalarna Folk Art Painted Scandinavian Rocking Chairs, Pair
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A wonderful Folk Art pair of traditional Swedish rocking chairs, perfect for lounging beside the fire, in a conservatory or on the veranda! These Beech rocking chairs date from the e...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Beech, Fabric

20th Century Swedish Dalarna Folk Art Painted Scandinavian Rocking Chairs, Pair
20th Century Swedish Dalarna Folk Art Painted Scandinavian Rocking Chairs, Pair

20th Century Swedish Dalarna Folk Art Painted Scandinavian Rocking Chairs, Pair

H 43.71 in W 27.76 in D 31.5 in
Amish Bentwood Rocker and Footstool
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Handcrafted, signed and dated by the maker in 1995, this rocker and footstool are classic examples of excellent Amish craftsmanship. Original lacquered pine and twig construction and...
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20th Century American Folk Art Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Amish Bentwood Rocker and Footstool
Amish Bentwood Rocker and Footstool

Amish Bentwood Rocker and Footstool

H 42 in W 21.5 in D 36 in
19th c. Pennsylvania "Delaware Valley" Rocking Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Original surface with a very dark rich patina. Woven seat not original.
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18th Century and Earlier American Antique Folk Art Rocking Chairs

19th c. Pennsylvania "Delaware Valley" Rocking Chair
19th c. Pennsylvania "Delaware Valley" Rocking Chair

19th c. Pennsylvania "Delaware Valley" Rocking Chair

H 40.25 in W 19.25 in D 28.5 in

Folk Art rocking chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Folk Art rocking chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage rocking chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art rocking chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for rocking chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,557 and tops out at $10,000 while the average work can sell for $3,400.

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