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Rocking Chairs For Sale
Danish Rocking Chair in the manner of Henning Kjærnulf Solid Oak + Wool 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage rocking chair in the style of designer Henning Kjærnulf.
The frame and armrests are made of turned solid oak upholstered with the original striped wool with brass nai...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
Jamapa Hanging Chair · Indoors Natural by Balsa · Currently in stock
Located in Juarez, Mexico City
An indoor/outdoor hanging lounge chair handwoven by master artisans from central Mexico. Christian Vivanco designed the Jamapa Hanging Lounge Chair inspired by hammocks and tradition...
Category
2010s Mexican Rocking Chairs
Materials
Natural Fiber
1960-1970’s Neoclassic Rocking Chair by Lee Woodard Metal Frame & Striped Velvet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Neoclassic rocking chair by Lee Woodard comprised of a metal frame with an antiqued bronze finish and purposed hammered ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Herman Miller Eames RAR Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Eames molded fiberglass shell in the fairest color of them all, Seafoam Green. Original top circa late 1950s-early 1960s. On later metal and wood base, in good condition with...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Gold Textile Swing Handmade Crochet in Cotton and Polyester with Oak Wood Seat
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
iota swings take the user to a wild, natural, fantastic place. These swings work great in living rooms, spacious bedrooms or hotel lobbies and suites. They ...
Category
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Polyester, Oak
Sgarsul rocking chair antique red color leather black lacquered burnt wooden
By Gae Aulenti
Located in London, GB
“Sgarsul” rocking chair leather upholstered on a black lacquered bent wood structure designed by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova c.1962
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Vintage San Maloof Style Cherry Rocking Chair
By Sam Maloof
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Sam Maloof Style Rocking Chair. made by an unknown woodworker. unsigned. there have been a couple repairs and knot fills
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cherry
3 Pc. Suite Safari Chairs and Ottoman by Gold Metal Furniture Racine, Wisconsin
Located in New York, NY
Chic voguish set of Safari style chairs (2) and ottoman (1) manufactured by the Gold Metal Furniture Company Racine, WI. circa 1960's. Rare and unus...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
4 Mid Century Rocking Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Unusual and rare model Thonet wood, aluminum and vinyl rocking chairs, total of four available, three in green vinyl, one in turquoise vinyl uphol...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$675 / item
19th Century Campaign Iron with Leather Rocking Chair R.W. Winfield
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...
Category
1850s English Campaign Antique Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
Bentwood rocking chair by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood rocking chair by Thonet in excellent original codnition.
Category
1940s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Bentwood
Earl White Oak, Ivory Textured Linen Moresby Rocking Chair
By Chris Earl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Solid wood construction with hand-cut joinery and custom upholstered seat and seat back. This Rocker shown in white oak and maharam plume ciabatta ivory textured linen.
In stock l...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Walnut
Antique French Craftsman Wabi Sabi Rocking Chair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Absolutely adore the handmade details of this Antique French Craftsman Wabi Sabi Rocking Chair. No glue, no nails, just dowels. Such a cool, artistic piece.
Solid pine, finished i...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Rocking Chairs
Materials
Pine
Eames Molded Armchair with Maple Rocker Base made 2009 by Vitra
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Molded plastic arm chair by Ray Eames and produced by Vitra of Switzerland in 2009 according to label. Made from white molded plastic mounted on chrome legs and a rocker base of mapl...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Rocking Chair Rocker Model J16
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Model J16 Rocker, designed by Hans Wegner for FDB Mobler, Denmark, circa 1980s. Retains original canvas and leather cushions. Originally designed ...
Category
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cord, Beech
19th Century Newly Upholstered Rocking Chair
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous 19th Century mahogany rocking chair, finely hand carved and of exceptional quality with beautifully rich patination, grain and newly upholstered throughout with a stunning...
Category
19th Century English Antique Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Scandinavian Rocking Chair by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Danish vintage rocking chair designed as model '182' by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin in the 1960s. This chair has a teak and has been reupholstered in a beige fabric. the rocking chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Vintage Sculpted Walnut Patchwork Rocking Chair
Located in Denton, TX
Let the rest of the world go by rocker by Top Notch Industries. Hand crafted patchwork walnut strung together with rope. Very comfortable and stunnin...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak, Walnut
Salvador Vidal Exotic Wood Cantilevered Rocker and Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Salvador Vidal Caribbean Rosewood Rocker and Ottoman or Footstool. Beautiful construction with amazing use of wood. Comfortable and nice Scale. Nice ...
Category
1980s Mexican Organic Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Bamboo Rocking Armchair - Italy - 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Pretty bamboo rocking chair, in very good condition.
Solidly built, it still maintains a resilient and functional solid structure, ideal for a patio as well as a conservatory or tea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$1,574 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chrome Thonet Rocking Chair Rocker Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chrome Thonet Rocking Chair Rocker after Milo Baughman. Item features a chrome metal frame, white vinyl upholstery, impressive size, very nice v...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Antique Mission Oak Rocking Chair by Stickley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Discover timeless comfort and heritage with this vintage Mission-style oak rocking chair, reminiscent of early 20th-century designs by the renowned Stickley Brothers. Crafted circa 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Rocking Chair Rocker J16 Model
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Rocker, designed by Hans Wegner for FDB Mobler, Denmark, circa 1980s. Originally designed in 1944, this has been one of Wegner’s most widely recog...
Category
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cord, Beech
Early 20Thc Barrel Back Old Hickory Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine example of a hand made Old Hickory Furniture Co. barrel back rocking chair in fine as found condition.The woven web seating and backing is in original fine condition with a...
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Materials
Hickory
$1,340 Sale Price
20% Off
Sleepy Rocking Chair in Brazilian Solid Wood with a rocking footstool
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Sleepy is the smaller version of the Laziness rocking chair and is just as comfortable, perfect for moments of rest and relaxation. The low seat height is inspired by Japanese rocking chairs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood, Hardwood
New Upholstery Renato Zevi Ellipse Base Rocking Chair & Ottoman by Selig MINT
By Renato Zevi
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New Upholstery Renato Zevi Ellipse Base Rocking Chair & Ottoman by Selig MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Rocker by Lee Woodard Pair Available
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Leather with a brass frame that sits on wood rockers in excellent vintage condition with some wear to the leather on the arm pads. Comfy and very sturdy. Seat heigt is 19. Price is f...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts rocker
By Stickley Brothers
USA, Circa 1900
Solid quarter sawn oak, with newly reupholstered brown leather seat cus...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
An Original Dondolo Rocking Chair by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 1970s
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original Dondolo rocking chair by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 1970s. Bentwood and original cane. We only have a single chair available. The price is for the single chair. Fast ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Rocking Chair Yeti by Mario Scheichenbauer for Elam, Italy, 1960s
By Elam
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare Iconic Mid-Century Modern space age design armchair lounge rocking chair model Yeti in wood and white goat hair fur by the designer Mario Scheichenbauer for the italian editor m...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fur, Goat Hair
Classic Windsor Style Rocking Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautifully made Windsor style rocking chair in what looks like maple, having modeled seat and fine spindles on a curved back. The legs are also lovely t...
Category
1940s American Victorian Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Maple
Thonet Style Curved Bentwood Rocking Chair With Caning
By Maison Jansen, Thonet
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A beautifully sculptural bentwood rocker from the 1970s, this Thonet-style chair blends airy craftsmanship, organic curves, and natural materials in timeless form. It measures approx...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Hide, Alpaca, Walnut
L. & J. G. Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts large rocking chair
By L. & J.G. Stickley
USA, Circa Late 20th Century
Solid quarter sawn oak frame, with upholstered seat and back cushion...
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Giulio Moscatelli, Rocking Chair, Metal, Velvet, Italy, c. 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and green velvet rocking chair designed and produced by Giulio Moscatelli, Italy, c. 1960s.
Seat Height (inches): 21”
Arm Height (inches): 21"
All items ship from High Poi...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Early Ralph Rapson Rocker with Leather Webbing
By Knoll, Ralph Rapson
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Mid Century Crome Bent Single Piece of Tube Rocking Armchair Bauhaus 1970s MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Bauhaus Mid Century Crome Bent Single Piece of Tube Rocking Armchair 1970s MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Early 19th Century Caribbean Regency Mahogany and Cane Rocking Chair
Located in Charleston, SC
A 19th century Regency mahogany and cane rocking chair from St. Croix, circa 1820, featuring scroll arms, paw feet and handwoven caning.
Category
Early 19th Century Virgin Islands Regency Antique Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Danish Modern Teak Rocking Chair by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin Møbler
Located in Charleston, SC
This beautiful vintage modern rocking chair features an unusual "X" shaped frame, sculpted arm rests, and a stylish spindle backrest all w...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Teak
Adriane Pearsall for Craft Associates Sculptural Rocking Chair
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Adriane Pearsall for Craft Associates Sculptural Rocking Chair
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Woven Rocking Chair in the Style of Hans Wegner
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mid-Century Modern woven rope rocking chair in the style of Hans Wegner. Features stylish roped back and seat, stretched over a wood frame. A comfortable chair with curved armrest. ...
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20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Scandinavian Rosewood and Leather Rocker Westnofa
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous bentwood rocker in rosewood and black leather by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Very comfy and in excellent vintage condition with m...
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Rocking Chair, by TON, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of fabric, wood
Upholstery has signs of use
Original condition.
Category
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$559 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-19th Century St. Croix Regency Mahogany and Cane Rocking Chair
Located in Charleston, SC
A Caribbean Regency mahogany and cane rocking chair from St. Croix, circa 1860, featuring scroll arms and handwoven caning. The mahogany is sun bleached and the runners were replaced...
Category
19th Century Virgin Islands Regency Antique Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cane, Mahogany
Franco Albini, Early Rocking "PS16" Chaise Lounge, Sycamore, 1960s, Poggi, Italy
By Poggi, Franco Albini
Located in High Point, NC
A rare and early "PS16", cotton, cord and sycamore rocking chaise lounge designed by Franco Albini and produced by Poggi, Italy, 1950s-1960s.
Seat Height (inches): 17.25"
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Cord, Sycamore
Mid-Century Modern Leather, Jatoba Fineer and Plywood Lounge Rocking Chair
Located in Weesp, NL
Experience Elegance Redefined: The Ultimate Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair
Step into a world of luxury and timeless design with this breathtaking mid-century modern lounge chair. A...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plywood, Wood
Modernist Rocking Chair, Soren Georg Jensen, 1950's
Located in London, GB
An absolutely classic Modernist rocking chair design by Soren Georg Jensen for Kubus, Denmark, circa 1950's. The teak frame has some outstanding shape profiles from all directions. F...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Black Leather Rocking Chair Model 'Donna' by Elio di Franco for Zanotta 1988
By Zanotta
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Black leather rocking chair model 'Donna' by Elio di Franco for Zanotta - 1988.
The condition of the chair is very good. Leather looks beau...
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Ib Kofod Larsen Model 650-15 Rocking Chair in Teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Ib Kofod Larsen
Manufacturer: Christian Linneberg
Era: 1950s
Materials: Teak, Wool
Measurements: 32″ wide x 33.5″ deep x 34.25″ tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Italian Venetian Grotto Carved Seashell Rocker
By Pauly & Co.
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt rocker with carved seashell seat & back and seahorse sides (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)
Category
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Rocking Chairs
Materials
Silver Leaf
An Early MODERN NEO-CLASSICAL FREE-FORM ROCKING-CHAIR by THONET, France 1900
By Thonet
Located in PARIS, FR
An important, very spectacular and charming free-form rocking-chair, Art-Nouveau, Art-Deco, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic, Free-Form, bamboo structures and cane seat, by Thonet, France ...
Category
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 120 Rocker Ole Wanscher France & Son John Stuart
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Scandinavian Modern teak rocker model 120 designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Son and sold by John Stuart Co. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use & wear. The sprung cushions will need new padding & the original brown nubby fabric has no rips or holes but has faded and will need reupholstered, it has been priced accordingly. Has a couple of repairs where the screws were put all the way through leg assembly at some point in their lives. We have repaired & replaced hardware to match. One hole was plugged, and the plug is still slightly visible. It has been sanded, stained & a teak oil finish. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1950s-1960’s.
Let’s Rock… Everybody, Let’s Rock! Everybody in the whole cell block… Oh ya, you’re singing it!! Nothing like a song from the late King of Rock to introduce this Awesome vintage Rocker!!! We have a wonderful Scandinavian Modern rocker Model 120 made by France & Son, for John Stuart Co & designed by Ole Wanscher!! It wears its original brown nubby fabric and as you would expect with age and wear, it has faded, there are no holes or rips, it just looks its fabulous age. Also, its wonderful sprung cushions will need some new padding. The springs are great, just the padding. With just a bit of TLC this vintage beauty will be your new favorite Scandinavian Modern piece!! It has a gorgeous teak frame and will look marvelous rocking in your living room, bedroom, or sitting room. Maybe you have a young child or a new baby? There’s no better place to cuddle your precious child and there are tons of location possibilities with this beauty! Get ready to sit back, relax, and rock!!
British businessmen Charles France and his Danish partner...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Vintage Italian Rattan 1960s Rocking Chair
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This beautiful rocking chair was produced in Italy during the 1960s. It is handmade from rattan and remains in very good vintage condition, few rush losses close to the base as showe...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Rush
1950s, Scandinavian rocking chair, vintage green furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Scandinavian rocking chair in vintage green furniture velour. Chair was reupholstered about 20 years ago by craftsman. Good condition: n...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Mid-Century Danish Rocking Chair by Poul Volther for Frem Røjle, 1960s
By Poul Volther
Located in Hamburg, DE
Schlichter rocking chair from the Danish manufacturer Frem Røjle, designed by Poul Volther from the 60s.
A very no-nonsense design with clean lines. The individual timber elements o...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Slat Back Stickley Style Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Slat Back Stickley Style Rocker Rocking Chair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 34" H x 26" W x 29" D x 16" Seat height x 23.5" Arm height.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Swedish Antique Rocking Chair 6 Legs 19th Century Hand Painted Black Gold
Located in Bochum, NRW
Antique Black Swedish Rocking Chair with Original Black Paint, Late 19th Century
The chair is in excellent condition, given its age and use, showing minimal signs of time and use—nor...
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1920s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1910
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period quarter sawn oak rocking chair
By Stickley Brothers
USA, Circa 1910
Measures: 26.5"W x 28"D x 35.25"H. Seat height: 16.5". Arm h...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
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
Materials
Chrome
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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