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Rocking Chairs For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1980s
Egg Rocking Chair by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Rare No. 267 egg rocking chair designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1922 and produced in a limited run by Societa Anonima Antonio Volpe in Udine, Italy circ...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Rocking Chair "NONNA" by Paul Tuttle for Strässle International, Switserland 70s
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Rocking chair "NONNA" BY PAUL TUTTLE FOR STRÄSSLE INTERNATIONAL, SWITZERLAND 1970S Looking for a vintage rocking chair that exudes both style a...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Vintage Pascal Mourgue Style Rocking Chair Newly Upholstered in Knoll Fabric
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Pascal Mourgue Style Rocking Chair Newly Upholstered in Knoll Fabric This Pascal Mourgue Style Rocking Chair is crafted from birch. The birch has been stained and we have ...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Birch

Nonna Rocking Chair by Paul Tuttle for Strässle, Switzerland, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
The ''Nonna'' armchair is the modern interpretation of a rocking chair, designed by the designer Paul Tuttle for Swiss company Strässle 1972. Bent tubular steel chromed, in combinat...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Bamboo and Rattan Mid-Century Modern Children's Rocking Chair, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern children's rocking chair. Striking French design from the 1970s. Executed in bamboo and rattan. This wonderful Mid-Century Modern children's r...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Postmodern Bamboo Children Rocking Chairs Ascribable to V. Bonacina
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. They feature a bamboo frame and their original pink fabric cushion, which are in mint condition. These rocking chairs for children are vintage, therefore they ...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Bamboo

Cane and Exotic Wood Brazilian Rocking Chair
Located in Buffalo, NY
Sculptural Brazilian rocking chair in the style of Joaquim Tenriero. Amazing quality and design. Original cane seat in need of restoration. (see photo). Hand delivery avail to New Yo...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Cane, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Studio Made Lounge Rocking Chair in Exotic Wood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This studio made rocking chair is a stunning work of art. It features laminated exotic hardwood construction in a breathtaking sculptural form. In well cared for condition.
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

1970s Guido Faleschini Chrome Rocking Chair
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Guido Faleschini Chrome Rocking Chair A sleek Mid-Century Modern curved chrome frame rocking chair upholstered in Naugahyde. The chair is finished elegantly with zippered cush...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Square White Boucle Rocking Lounge / Swivel Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Mid-Century Modern square white boucle rocking lounge / swivel chairs Square form chic mid-century swivel chairs newly upholstered in a luxurious, thick white boucle fabric....
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Bouclé

Vintage Sculptural Organic Shape Lounge Chair in Zebra Fabric, C1970s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Vintage rocking lounge chair upholstered in fabric with zebra pattern Unknown producer Age: circa 1970s The heavy frame is made o...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Nonna Rocking Chair by Paul Tuttle for Strässle, Switzerland, 1972
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Nonna rocking chairs designed in 1972 by american designer Paul Tuttle for Strässle International, Switzerland. Metal structure finished in...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Post Modern Charles Hollis Jones Style Lucite Rocker in White Shearling C. 1980s
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Float on a cloud in this Charles Hollis Jones style lucite and white shearling rocker made by Hill Manufacturing. Stylish. Comfortable. Cozy. The comb...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Hide, Lucite

1970s Sculptural Chrome and Black Velour Rocking Chair Rocker in the Manner of M
Located in Basel, BS
Gorgeous polished bent chrome frame, and black velour upholstered seat and back. Authentic 1970s vintage acquired from the stunning estate of a Chicago, USA Mid Century collector. ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Mid-Century Design Rocking Armchair, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric, wood Cleaned.   
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Les Amisco Memphis Ellipse Metal and Black Leather Rocking Chair
Located in Basel, BS
Fantastic, and very Rare MCM Post-Modern, Memphis style rocker made in Canada by Les Amisco in the 80s. Stunning from all angles. Shown here with the leather cushion on and off, to ...
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1980s Canadian Post-Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Midcentury Swivel Armchair, Peem, Finland, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Finland - Made of fabric and metal - The fabric shows signs of use, three buttons are missing - Fully functional, a bit off to the side - Good, original condition - Se...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rocking chair, Suisse, 1979
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Rocking-chair suisse de 1979, en tissu gris foncé avec pieds, accoudoirs en métal. Dimensions : H93 x L60 x P90.
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Jeffry Mann Handcrafted Artisan Studio Rocker 1988 Aspen Colorado
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Jeffry Mann, American (Born 1955) handcrafted artisan studio rocking chair. Featuring birdseye maple frame and black walnut back & spindles. Signed underneath 'Jeffry Mann Aspen Colo...
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1980s American Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Birdseye Maple

1970s, Beech Rocking Chair by Ton, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very good original condition with minor signs of use. -Measures: Height of seat 42 cm.  
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pascal Mourgue Rocking Chair
Located in New York, NY
Pascal Mourgue rocking chair with a stained birch frame. Frame is well constructed.
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1980s French Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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

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...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Rosewood, Leather

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

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage American Country Pine Childs Doll Rocking Chair Sheaf Wheat Back Rocker
Located in Dayton, OH
Circa 1970s childs or doll sized rocking chair. Made from pine with sheaf of wheat carved back.  
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1970s Country Vintage Rocking Chairs

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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

Materials

Leather

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

Iconic midcentury Scandinavian modern, "Parrot Chair" / Pepegojan, Swedish 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
The iconic Papegojan / The Parrot chair designed by Ib & Anne Arberg for ABRA Möbler, Sweden 1970s. In original corduroy fabric. In good condition. Few,...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Steel

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

Double Rocking Chair by Sam Maloof
Located in New York, NY
Double rocking chair by Sam Maloof, circa 1980's signed Sam Maloof f.A.C.C./©, dated 1988 and numbered No. 9. Literature Jo Lauria, Craft in America: ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Walnut

Fabulous Lucite Rocking Chair by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Lucite rocking chair designed by Charles Hollis Jones in the 1970s and made by Hill Manufacturing Corporation. The lounge chair has the original beige cotton upholstery in ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Lucite

Gastone Rinaldi Ondalunga Rocking Chair Italy 1971
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
A very rare and original "Ondalunga" rocking chair, designed by Gastone Rinaldi and manufactured by Giuliano Pozzi, Italy 1971. The chair itself  is a true eye catcher and due to it'...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Milo Baughman Mid Century Swivel Rocking Lounge Chairs, A Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Mid Century Swivel Rocking Lounge Chairs - A Pair Each chair measures: 32 wide x 23 deep x 32 high, with a seat height of 12 inches All pieces of furniture can b...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

“Sternum” Rocker Designed by David Ebner
Located in Norwood, NJ
The “Sternum” rocker from David Ebner’s “Wishbone” series. Oak and cane. The entire form uses bent lamination technique. “David Ebner played a pivotal role in the development of studio furniture during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Ebner, who studied under Wendell Castle at the School for American Craftsmen at the Rochester Institute of Technology in New York, is known for his elegant, pared down works that blur the line between furniture and sculpture. Through his groundbreaking efforts, Ebner has helped redefine studio craft furniture...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Oak, Cane

1970s Vintage Rocking Chair in Thonet Style
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
A beautiful 1970s rocking chair in Thonet style. Brass structure, Wien wicker, seat on wood frame. In very good conditions with onyl few signs of time.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Eames Rocking Chair for Herman Miller, 1970s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century rocking chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames and produced by Herman Miller. Fiberglass shell with red fabric upholstery and a black metal and wooden base. 1970s - ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Fiberglass

Chrome Rocking Chair by Selig
Located in Dorchester, MA
This fabulous rocking chair, made in Italy, imported by Selig, sets a deeply comfortable swoop of cushion on a polished chrome frame between oval rockers. Th...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Mid Century Modern Brass Metal Rocking Chair Guido Faleschini Black Boucle
Located in amstelveen, NL
Rocking chair designed by Guido Faleschini 1970. With curved and gilded metal. Reupholstered in a black boucle by Bisson Bruneel.
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Set of Two Scandinavian Adjustable Leather Armchairs 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

Modern Wood Rocking Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Modern simple wood rocking chair. Ready for a new home.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Vintage American Beechwood Child's Platform Rocking Chair, Scotland 1970, H192
Located in Vancouver, BC
Vintage American beechwood child's platform rocking chair, Scotland 1970, H192 Scotland 1970 Solid beechwood Original finish Padded back with ...
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1970s Scottish Victorian Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Frank Gehry, "Contour" Rocker, Cardboard, Masonite, Easy Edges, Inc, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
An early production "Contour" Rocker / Rocking Chaise, designed by architect Frank Gehry. Produced by Easy Edges, Inc, United States / Canada, 1970s. Produced in corrugated cardboard...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Masonite, Paper

Renato Zevi for Selig Mid Century Chrome Elliptical Rocking Chairs, A Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Renato Zevi for Selig Mid Century Chrome Elliptical Rocking Chairs - A Pair Each chair measures: 27.75 wide x 42 deep x 31 high, with a seat height of 17 inches and arm height of ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Jeremy Broun Studio Rocking Chair, UK 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Jeremy Broun 1970s Studio Rocking Chair with Tennis net seat and back. The Chair is made of pine wood and in very good condition.
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1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Pine

Mid Century Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid Century Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair Lounge chair measures: 24 wide x 29 deep x 42 high, with a seat height of 16 inches All pieces of f...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Rattan

Modern Designer Studio Crafted Rocking Chair Rocker Mid-Century Style
Located in Wayne, NJ
Studio crafted rocking chair rocker. At the front the seat height is 19 1/4". At it's lowest point, towards the back it is 10 1/8". This is ...
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1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

1 Herman Miller Parchment Shell Fiberglass RAR Rocker by Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Herman Miller parchment shell fiberglass RAR rocker by Eames Manufactured in the 1960s-1970s this rocker is one of the most iconic designs from ...
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fiberglass

Vintage Ficks Reed Circular Rattan Rocking Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
1970s vintage Ficks Reed yellow rattan or faux bamboo rocking chair with original yellow finish and fabric. Remarkably good condition. Cushion has stiffened with age.
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1970s American Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Faux Bamboo, Rattan

Ettore Sottsass insp. 1980's Memphis Style Black Wood Frame Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fun Ettore Sottsass inspired Memphis style rocking chair with bent, black ebonized wood frame. This chair features a Memphis style graphic printed upholstery as well. Measures: Seat ...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Studio Craft Organic-Form Rocking Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Studio craft organic form rocking chair executed in pine. Exposed knots found throughout. Excellent candidate for a new finish. Would work well in a variety of interiors such as ...
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1980s American Minimalist Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Pine

Original First Owner Custom Wool Fabric Rocking Lounge Chair, Germany circa 1970
Located in Bergen op Zoom, NL
This 1970 rocking chair has its original first owner custom ordered funky wool fabric The chair was purchased circa 1970 and was reupholstered in 1972 with this typical 1970s wool upholstery to match a modular sofa by Klaus Uredat for Cor We can not find any information on the manufacturer or designer of this unique rocking chair...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wool, Upholstery, Foam, Birch

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.
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Fabric

Vintage Modern Outdoor Garden Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern iron patio rocking chair. This gorgeous rocker features elegant scrollwork and flower designs. Perfect for a deck, patio, or covered porch. Please confirm item ...
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1970s Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Italian Guido Faleschini Gilt Metal Lounge Rocking Chair
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian Guido Faleschini gilt metal lounge rocking chair with its original fabric upholstery, 1970s This rocking chair is in really good vintage conditions. Wear ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Brass

Rare Lishman Rocker, Sculptural Chrome-Plated circa 1976, William Lishman
By Bill Lishman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Free form rocking chair with cast aluminum tractor seat and backrest,, Canadian Bill Lishman is best known for his role in Operation Migration, which continues his successful efforts to re-shape avian migration patterns across North American. Lishman earned the nickname "Father Goose" by developing the means to encourage large flocks of birds to settle in new nesting areas by leading them in flight using an ultra-light aircraft. His unusual methods have had great success over 3 decades, and were the Subject of the 1996 film FLY AWAY HOME. He is also a noted artist and sculptor, and designed the geodesic-style buried home where he lives near Toronto. His great contribution as a furniture designer is the 1976 Lishman Rocker...
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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Italian Gilt Metal Upholstered Rocking Chair, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian gilt metal rocking chair reupholstered with vintage Rubelli fabric.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

1970s Danish Shaker Rocking Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Shaker Style Scandinavian Modern rocking chair designed by Hans Wegner in beech wood with a woven paper cord seat. Made in Denmark by FDB, circa 1970s.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Papercord, Beech

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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