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Rocking Chairs For Sale
Antique Elm and Ash Childs Windsor Rocking Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
19th century antique elm and ash childs Windsor rocking chair boasting a wonderful shaped turned stick back with shaped arms supported by turned columns. The seat is crafted in solid...
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19th Century English Antique Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Mid Century Salterini Black Wrought Iron Peacock Rocking Chair Rocker
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist wrought iron rocker, Designed by John Salterini. From the Peacock line. Stunning design, lesser seen rocker. Hand delivery avail to New ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Danish Design, 60s, Rockingchair, Oak Wood, Natural Fiber, Original Condition
Located in Tarm, 82
Original Danish design from about 1960s, rockingchair, oak wood, seat - natural straw fiber, original very good condition. Chair checked by professional upholsterer, craftsman.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Straw, Oak

"Heron" Rocking Chair and Footrest for Tendo Mokko Japan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
"Heron" rocking chair and footrest designed by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko Japan in laminated bentwood oak with army greenish soft vinyl upho...
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Pair of Midcentury Cote d'Azur Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chairs, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of elegant midcentury French Riviera rattan and bamboo rocking chairs. This fantastic set was designed and manufactured in Italy during the 1960s. The chair has a solid ratta...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Hand Carved Antique Original Tibetan Rocking Armchair Must See Collectors Piece
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand carved Tibetan rocking armchair with original patina finish. A very good looking well made and ...
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19th Century Tibetan Other Antique Rocking Chairs

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Teak

Antique Rocking Chair, Peter Cooper, R.W.Winfield Co. England Birmingham 1851
Located in Praha, CZ
An exceptional range of rocking chair, pioneer of bent chrome and cushioned seating, flat iron straps, round bent construction, hinged upholstery, original backing fabric, padded armrests, original fretwork, PROVENANCE-J. Klauda, pharmacist, traveller, collector of antiques, founded the Klauda Museum in Rožnov pod Radhoštem, later bequeathed his collections to the Museums Association and the Jaronek brothers-Jaronek Museum, This important and rare piece of furniture is regularly auctioned at the world's leading auctions.The chair was first exhibited in 1851 at the first world exposition in London, the -world expo 1851-, and at the -world expo 1862-. Its probable designer is peter cooper...
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1850s Unknown Antique Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Vintage Wrought Iron Victorian Style Garden Patio Rocker Rocking Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Wrought Iron Victorian Style Garden Patio Rocker Rocking Chairs - a Pair. Item features wrought iron construction, very nice vintage pair, great style and form, possibly Meadowcraft Dogwood...
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Mid-20th Century Victorian Rocking Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Charles and Ray Eames RAR
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early Lemon yellow rocker with its original base. Manufacturer's Label and Date Stamp.
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1950s North American Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fiberglass

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair Made of Black Painted Metal and Rattan
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern rocking chair with armrests made of black painted metal and rattan. Typical 1950s design. Stunning beautiful piece. Frame is entirely made of black lacquered iron. Seat with backrest are made of rattan weave...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Iron

Antique Caned Rocking Chair
Located in Bradenton, FL
An antique caned rocking chair. The chair has a caned balloon back carved on the crest with a simple flower. Outward flowing arm like suppor...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Rocking Chairs

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Cane, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Rocking Chair by Lee Woodard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sculpted metal frame rocking chair with tufted vinyl upholstery makes a stylish and comfortable addition to any seating area. The scrolled metal rockers...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Oaky Rocking Chair
Located in Paris, FR
Chair Oaky Rocking with all structure in solid oak wood in natural finish. With cushion seat, on request. Also available in solid walnut wood, on request.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rocking Chairs

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Oak, Walnut

19th Century Fancy Original Painted Rocking Chair from New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This untouched original painted 19th century rocking chair is in pristine condition. The paint on this rocking chair is untouched. This is truly is a rare find. This item has wear co...
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Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Bauhaus Childrens`Bentwood Rocking Chair Brockhage Andrä Era, Germany, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and cute little Bauhaus rocking chair for children. Made in Germany in the 1950s, in the style of Hans Brockhage und Erwin Andrä. Made of bentwood with a charming fairy t...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bentwood, Wood

MCM Rocking Chair in Canvas on Wrought Iron Base After Tony Paul, c. 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Constructed from wrought iron with the original forest green canvas seat and back. An exceptional build. Buy them as-is or message us prior to checkout if you are interested to discu...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Canvas

Early Ralph Rapson Rocker with Leather Webbing
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
This is a rare first year production from HG Knoll Associates of a stunning rocking chair designed by Ralph Rapson. It boasts a solid birch frame with original woven leather webbing...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Birch, Leather

Mario Prandina 'Dondol' Rocking Chair in Oak
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Mario Prandina Dondolo rocking chair in oak Mfg: Plinio il Giovane, Italy Character enhanced by patina and wear. Additional information: Mater...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak, Bentwood

Pair of Restored Woodard Wrought Iron Cantilever Spring Base Lounge Chairs
Located in Ferndale, MI
Recently powder coated in gloss black with new glides installed to base.
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Steel, Wrought Iron

Children's Tarzan Outdoor Swing Handmade Crochet Cacao Textile Teak Wood Seat
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Let your little ones enjoy swinging on the IOTA Tarzan swing. Soaring through the air is super fun, makes you laugh and develops motor skills and balance. This stylish swing inspired...
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2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs

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Cotton, Polyester, Teak

Iconic Midcentury Design Rocking Chair / Expo, 1970
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970, Czechoslovakia - Maker: TON - Original condition.
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Vintage Teak Frank Reenskaug Spindle Back Rocking Chair Model 182. Denmark, 1958
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Whimsical and comfortable Frank Reenskaug spindle back rocking chair in gorgeous old growth teak with vinyl cushion. Striking geometry and bold trompe l'oeil joinery really set this form apart from your typical rocker. Reenskaug made a daring and deliberate departure from the standard structure of rocking chairs, synthesizing elements from the canon of Danish design, as well as from the traditional Windsor "stick furniture...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Teak, Upholstery

Antique Rocking Chair, Childs Chair, Beechwood, American, 1880, H582
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique rocking chair, childs chair, beechwood, American 1880, H582 American 1880 Solid beechwood Original finish Turned supports with finials o...
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1880s Scottish Antique Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Antique Heywood Wakefield Woven Wicker Victorian Platform Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Heywood Wakefield Woven Wicker Victorian platform rocker rocking chair. Item features carved wood platform rocker base with rolling c...
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19th Century North American Victorian Antique Rocking Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

Vintage Rocking Chair in the Style of Renato Zevi, 1970s
Located in taranto, IT
Original rocking chair from the 70s, probably attributed to renato zevi design, on a white lacquered metal structure and fabric upholstery Good overall condition, as shown in the ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Stickley Brothers in the Style of, an American Arts & Crafts Oak Rocking Chair
Located in London, GB
Stickley Brothers in the style of. A good quality American Arts and Crafts oak rocking chair, with a stylish curved and slatted back and a burgundy leather cushion.
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Rocking Chairs

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Oak

19th / 20th Century Beechwood Rocking Armchair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The armrest rocking chair was made of solid beech wood. The seat is woven with cane. The back and headrest is pulled up very far. The chair dates from around 1900.
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Don Shoemaker for Senal S.A. Cocobolo Rosewood 'Swinger' Rocking Chair, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Named the 'Swinger Chair' for its pivoting mechanism that allows you to swing in your seat, this incredible cocobolo rosewood and black leather 'Swinger' rocking armchair by leading 1960s modernist designer Don Shoemaker for Senal S.A. (Mexico) is highly sought after by interior designers and avid collectors alike. The thick black leather hides used for the sling are complemented with leather buttons connecting the sling to the frame of the chair. Matching black leather removable seat cushion has beautiful patina as can be seen in the photos. Artistically sculpted exotic cocobolo rosewood put together in an eye catching and interesting biomorphic form with shoemaker's signature rosewood insert accents for the feet and upper back of the chair. Exceptional craftsmanship utilizing innovative links and joints. Metal brackets connecting the seat to the frame allow the chair to gently rock - consider this as a nursing chair for the design-centric home. Senal S.A. label on lower bar of chair. Mexican modern is a style that fits incredibly well with Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian or Danish Modern, Brazilian Modern, and Hollywood Regency. It is also a great addition for interior designers to turn an otherwise simple contemporary space and add a splash of wild and interesting. Whether you are designing a Mid-Century Modern home, contemporary, post-modern or french neoclassical apartment, this Don Shoemaker Swinger...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Midcentury Design Rocking Chair / Expo, 1958
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1950s, Czechoslovakia - maker: TON - paper label (see the pictures) - good original condition - also suitable for new upholstery.
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Hunzinger Victorian Rocking Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
The Victorian arm chair, shown here, was made by German designer George Hunzinger in the late 19th century. While it is reflective of the ornate fu...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Pair Petite Tilt Swivel Chairs by Milo Baughman w/ Rare Rosewood Base, Signed
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of small / petite rocking swivel chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Rare and highly desirable design made even more rare with Brazilian rosewood bases. Both ret...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Rosewood

1960s Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use.
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Beech

1970's Maison Jansen Chrome Hollywood Regency Rocking Chair
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern rocking chair for sale. Designed by Maison Jansen in the 1970's. The chrome frame has been polished and is in excellent condition. The original black vinyl...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Vintage Mid-Century Postmodern Minimalist Leather Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This folding modern rocking chair was designed by Takeshi Nii during the 1950s. It has a black leather upholstered and aluminum frame on wooden sleds. This folding model is easy to s...
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1950s Unknown Minimalist Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Aluminum

Vintage Industrial Metal Rocker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous vintage metal rocker features a mesh seat and back, all stripped down and restored to a bare metal style finish. (Please confirm item location...
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20th Century Industrial Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Rockstar Rocker Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé c. 1990
Located in Saint Louis, MO
You rock in this pair of Vladimir Kaga rocking lounge chairs newly professionally reupholstered in soft deliciously textured ivory white bouclé. Rock all day ...
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Early 2000s American Post-Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bouclé, Upholstery

19th C Green Ladder Back Rocking Chair W/ Red Woven Rush Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C green ladder back rocking chair w/ red woven rush seat. Shaker Style.
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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Black Brown Wood Rocking Chair Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage rocking chair from teak in brown and black color by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, Finland 1950s Finland. An amazing vintage rocking chair in sleek design i...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Teak

Bonacina style Italian Rattan Rocking Chair, 1960s Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning rattan rocking chair inspired by Franco Bettonica and the space age of the 1960s. He sought to create a chair using traditional natural materials but bending and weaving the...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Early American Oak and Split Reed Seat Rocker, Circa 1960s
Located in Germantown, MD
An early American oak and split Reed seat Rocker in very good condition. Measures 21.5"W x 33.5"D x 41.25"H. Seat 15.50"H. W7060722G
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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Rocking Chairs

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Reed, Oak

Vladimir Kagan Rocking Chair Upholstered in Champagne Ivory Peruvian Alpaca
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Iconic Vladimir Kagan walnut rocker newly upholstered in the softest hide on Earth - Champagne Ivory Alpaca. Most certainly an important acquisition for any discerning and sophisticated collector, this beautiful Vladimir Kagan Rocking Chair is constructed of curved walnut with a rich grain. Look at that gorgeous silhouette. The angled back and seat feature an ergonomic design that aligns you in perfect comfort and relieves pressure points. Scrolled curved cushions are symmetrical and are designed to gently support the back of your knees and neck. This Vladimir Kagan Rocker...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Hide, Alpaca, Walnut

1960s Pair of Rare Beech Rocking Chairs by Uluv, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - height of seat 40 cm.
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Vintage Adirondack Tree Branch Twig Arts & Crafts Primitive Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Adirondack tree branch twig Arts & Crafts primitive rocker rocking chair. Item features handmade tree branch form, wood slats, very nice vinta...
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Mid-20th Century Adirondack Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Midcentury Finnish Rocking Chair by Varjosen Puunjalostus for Uusikylä, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with signs of use - Structurally strong - Very comfortable.  
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Hand Carved Rocking Chair w/Tooled Leather
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th century Hand carved rocking chair with turned wood spindles and tooled leather seat/back w/Mayan design.
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20th Century Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Thonet Style Chrome Frame Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sleek modern rocking chair features a tufted vinyl seat with stylish chrome frame. Mounted wooden rockers ensure a fluid rocking motion, while padde...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome, Metal, Steel

19th Century Pair of Bentwood Rocking Chairs in Style of Jacob & Josef
Located in Miami, FL
19th century pair of bentwood rocking chairs in the style of Jacob & Josef.
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Late 19th Century European Colonial Revival Antique Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Brutalist Solid Oak Rocking Chair, French
Located in Waasmunster, BE
Very unique brutalist rocking chair from France.
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1920s French Brutalist Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

1970s, Chrome Rocking Chair with Original Red Fabric
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Stunning vintage, 1970s chrome rocking chair designed by Maison Jansen in the 1970s. The elaborate scroll work of the chrome chair frame gleams as light works through its vivacious c...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Chrome, Metal

Child Rocking Chair in Wood and Fabric, 1950s
Located in taranto, IT
Small rocking chair for children in original wood from the 1950s It measures 70 cm in height from the ground, width about 60 cm from armrest to ...
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1950s Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

19Thc English Windsor Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Original surface Windsor rocking chair from England in fine sturdy condition. This rocker is in wonderful aged surface.
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Early 19th Century American Country Antique Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Rex Rocking Chair Natural Oak, Solid Frame + Plywood, Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in Ljubljana, SI
The frivolous member of Rex Kralj’s foldable furniture series. This chair exudes relaxation and comfort, rocking in rhythmic motion at home as well as in working environments. Niko Kralj design from 1956. The story of the Rex Rocking Chair...
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2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak

19th Century Black Rocking Chair
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Rocking chair from the 1800s. Origin Italy and in particular Piedmont, a region in the North well known for this type of furnishings, rustic, robust and important. The upholstery of ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Rustic Antique Rocking Chairs

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Faux Fur, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Pine and Rush Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish mid-century pine and rush rocking chair inspired by Charlotte Perriand, Les Arc series. In good original condition with nice patina and visible wear. Condition is consistent w...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Rush, Pine

Large Scandinavian Adjustable Leather Armchair by Peem, 1970s, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
-Rocking mechanism -Very comfortable -Made from leather -Good original condition -Seat hight 41 cm.
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Leather

Earl Walnut, Ivory Textured Linen Moresby Rocking Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Solid wood construction with hand-cut joinery and custom upholstered seat and seat back. This Rocker shown in walnut and maharam plume ciabatta ivory textured linen. In stock leat...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak, Walnut, Leather

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Rocking Chair Ilmari Tapiovaara 1950s Finland
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage rocking chair from beech and teak in black and brown color tone by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko Finland, 1950s. A wonderful rocking chair from beech and tea...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech, Teak

Brown, Gold & Pink Saddle Swing Handmade Crochet Outdoor Hammock Seat
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The IOTA Saddle Swings are lightweight and compact. They are good for enjoying the outdoors and kids love them too. You can easily take the hammock like s...
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2010s Israeli Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Polyester, Teak, Acrylic

Vintage, New and Antique Rocking Chairs

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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