Rare Jordi Vilanova 'Tartera' Rocking Chairs

Jordi Vilanova i Bosch,' Tartera' rocking chair, boxwood, beech, and fabric, Spain, design 1966, manufacture 1960s. This wonderful rocking chair is made of two symmetrical side piec...

Jordi Vilanova i Bosch,' pair of Tartera' rocking chairs, boxwood, beech, and fabric, Spain, design 1966, manufacture 1960s. These two wonderful rocking chairs are made of two symmetrical side pieces, which integrate the structure of the backrest, arms, legs and swinging arch in the same gesture. The continuity of all these components draws on an oval gap in the center of what is perceived as a single wooden plate, emphasizing its unity. Both sides are joined by four wooden cylinders, two at the bottom, next to the arches, and two more at the top, which serve to hold the ends of the seat and back, forming a single padded piece of sackcloth. The Tartera chairs are usually upholstered with a leather seating, making this version more rare. Jordi Vilanova i Bosch (1925-1998) was a Catalan interior designer. He was trained as a cabinetmaker and later on developed his skills to design furniture. In 1960, he founded the multidisciplinary group 'La Cantonada' and he was founder and promoter of the Catalan Art...

Jordi Vilanova I Bosch, dining table, oak, iron, Spain, 1960s. This table is solid, architectural and robust. Design qualities that are both typical for Spanish midcentury design an...

Cassina, lounge chair model 572, darkened wood and red fabric, Italy, 1950s. This rocking chair in ebonized wood is designed and produced by the Italian company Cassina. This chair ...

Attributed to Willy Rizzo, rocking chair, lacquered steel, leather, rubber rope, Italy, late 1960s This unique rocking chair by Willy Rizzo hardl...

Lucian Ercolani for Ercol, rocking chair, beech, oak, United Kingdom, 1960s   Lucian Ercolani designed this rocking chair for Ercol in the 19...

Set of four chairs designed by Jordi Vilanova i Bosch in Barcelona around 1960. Modern lines inspired by popular Mediterranean tradition. Original condition, with resistant wooden structure and seat and backrest in fiber rush. Jordi Vilanova (1925-1988) worked intensively on the creation of modern furniture inspired by the tradition of Catalan and Mediterranean furniture, both alone and leading the multidisciplinary group "la Cantonada" (1960-1975), formed by the ceramist Jordi Aguadé , the architect Jordi Bonet...

Set of 4 'Aran' chairs designed by Jordi Vilanova, circa 1960. In original condition, with some visible signs of previous use and age, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials:...

A rare Paul Frankl inspired one-strand snake arm childrens size rattan rocking chair with stick rattan seat. Professionally restored to original specificat...

A sculptural rocking chair made of pine designed like an oldschool surfboard, probably designed in the 70s. Nice woodworking.

Vintage Bentwood Rocking chair. This unique chair is a perfect conversation piece for any living room or lounge space. Please confirm...

The Concrete HAUTEVILLE rocking chair designed by Henri Lavallard Boget for Lyon Béton, draws inspiration from iconic mid-century design with a modern twist. Constructed with a concrete shell...