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Rocking Chairs For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Industrial
Mid-Century Modern Rocker
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Pretzel Style midcentury rocker, The condition is amazing. lines are so attractive and unique, sure to grab anyone's attention. This piece sits ver...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Rattan

Pr. Wrought Iron Platform Rocking Chairs att. to Woodard c. 1970/1980's
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stylish platform rockers constructed of wrought iron, with metal mesh seats, and backs. The chairs ae complete with removable indoor outdoor cushions, they are clean and read...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Midcentury Rocking Chair Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Finland, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition. - Partly renovated, refreshed. jr
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Eames RAR Parchment Rocking Chair for Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Parchment fiberglass RAR rocking chair by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller. Clean shell with no cracks or holes. Signed Herman Miller and guaranteed authentic....
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

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...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Teak

1950s Italian Chiavari Rocking Chair with Original Woven Seat
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Rare 1950s all original condition Chiavari rocking chair by Fratelli Podestà All the wicker craftsman where located in the Liguria area and Gio Ponti 's Legera was based on the traditional chairs that where produced in Chiavari The Fine artisan woven seats are a true wonder of craftsmanship This chair has a beautiful aged patinated wood and its original wicker with just a few damages not compromising its strength A lovely original vintage example...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Beech, Wicker

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

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

Vintage Children "Mobo" Metal Spring Mounted Rocking Horse, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage MOBO metal rocking horse 1960's This Rocking Horse was made in England by D.Sebel & Co LTD Mobo Toys. This metal horse toy is standing on a frame ...
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

1960s Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - teak veneer on top of the seat - height of seat 40 cm.
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Teak, Beech

Russell Woodard Sculptura Wrought Iron Rocker Rocking Chair Mid-Century Modern
Located in Wayne, NJ
Vintage Russell Woodard Sculptura wrought iron rocking chair. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your delivery zipcode, as we may be abl...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wrought Iron

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

Mid-Century Modern Platform Rocking Chair
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern platform rocking chair in the manner of the Paoli Chair Company, with ochre upholstered back and seat supported by an oak and walnut frame on springs, above a plat...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Oak, Walnut

Dondolo Rocking Chair
Located in Baranzate, IT
Vintage rocking chair designed by Leonardi and Franca Stagi one evening in 1967. Continuous tape in double sheet of fiberglass and polyester resin corrugated on the inner face. The ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fiberglass, Polyester

1960s Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - teak veneer on top of the seat - height of seat 40 cm.
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Beech, Teak

Kembo Rocking by Wh Gispen, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
Rockingchair by WH Gispen for Kembo Netherlands. in original with original fabric and armrests in bakelite, black tubular structures and wooden sliders. From...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Maison Jansen French Polished Nickel and Black Leather Rocking Armchair
Located in New York, NY
French midcentury rocking armchair with an ornate polished nickel scroll design frame with black leather upholstered seat and back. (Maison Jansen)(Available in white leather: REG521...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Metal, Nickel

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Leather Upholstery Lounge Rocking Chair MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern teak leather Upholstery Lounge rocking chair MINT!.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Teak

1960s Pair of Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Teak veneer on top of the seat - height of seat 40 cm
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Teak, Beech

1960s Upholstered Bentwood Rocking Chair by TON
Located in High Point, NC
This vintage wooden chair was produced in Czechia, circa 1960. A rocking armchair sculpted with bentwood, this classic piece was crafted by TON, ...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Bouclé, Bentwood

Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair in Bentwood by Moveis Cimo, 1950, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Available today, these Mid-Century Modern rocking chair in Bentwood by Moveis Cimo in Brazil during the fifties decade is magnificent! The curved shapes that provided a different...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Bentwood

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...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Rope, Oak, Walnut

Eero Aarnio for Asko Chair Orange Fiberglass Pastil or 'Pastille', Finland, 1968
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An orange high gloss fiberglass 'Pastille' ('pastil' or 'Gyro') chair designed by Finish designer Eero Aarnio in 1968 for modern furniture maker Asko Oy in Helsinki, Finland. This vi...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fiberglass

Maison Jansen French Polished Nickel and White Leather Rocking Armchair
Located in New York, NY
French midcentury rocking armchair with an ornate polished nickel scroll design frame with quilted white leather upholstered seat and back. (Maison Jansen)(Available in black leather...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Metal, Nickel

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

1960s, Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair for Uusikylä, 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

Mid-Century French Riviera Curved Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chair, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant mid-century French Riviera rocking chair in rattan and bamboo. This fantastic piece was designed and manufactured in Italy during the 1970s. This chair is unique because i...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Red Velvet Iron Armchairs
Located in London, GB
This early 1950s pair of armchairs by Hauner for Móveis Artesanal is amazing and super rare set of chair. The design for these armchairs resembles the Executive Armchair by Saarinen,...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Brass, Iron

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

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Wood

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

Sgarsul Rocking Chair by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova
Located in Roma, IT
The "Sgarsul" rocking chair is a reinterpretation of Thonet's 1862 N1 cantilever armchair by Gae Aulenti, a leading architect and designer of Italian design. In this project, bourgeois values are challenged by stripping them of their austere severity and reinterpreting them with irony. The structure, as in the original Thonet chairs...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech, Leather

Georg Jensen Sculpted Teak & Boucle Wool Rocking Chair for Kubus Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Georg Jensen sculpted teak & boucle wool rocking chair for Kubus Møbler. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bring...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Wood, Teak

Studio Craft Movement Walnut Rocking Chair
Located in Springfield, OR
This rocker was handcrafted using Western black walnut using bent lamination for the back rails. Western black walnut is distinctive from other species o...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

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

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

Bentwood Modern Rocking Chair with Faux Burl Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Abstract design bentwood modern rocking chair with faux burl finish. Dimensions: 38.25"H x 29.25"W x 37.25"D x 20.5"SH.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Bentwood

Herman Miller Charles Ray Eames Authentic RAR Rocking Chair
Located in Baltimore, MD
Authentic rare Mid-Century Modern early RAR rocking chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. This gorgeous mid-century rocking chair was produced between 1956 -1959...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Fiberglass

Rocking Chair Made of Beech by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s
Located in Faversham, GB
A fabulous Ilmari Tapiovaara designed rocking chair for Asko. Made of beech with a blond seat and black lacquered frame, it is a classic piece of mid-century modern design. Finland...
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech

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

Hans Brockhage and Erwin Andrä Bauhaus Rocking Car, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rocking car, aka "der Schaukelwagen", designed by Hans Brockhage and Erwin Andrä, circa 1960. Manufactured by Siegfried Lenz. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent ...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern High Back Solid Teak Rocking Chair by Juul Kristensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Juul Kristensen Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Dimensions: 25.5? wide x 28? deep x 43? tall Seat: 20? wide x 20? deep x 18? tall Condition: Newly ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Teak

Rocking Chair by Poul Volther for Frem Rojle in Afromosia, New Fabric, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Constructed from afromosia wood with a striking juxtaposition of the use of line and angles with the dramatic contoured base of the chair. Newly upholstery in Grey Expressions by Lin...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wood

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

Ostrich and Camel Whimsical Rocking Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
One of a kind set of two ostrich and camel adult size carousel rocking chairs, also can be used as barstools. Stamped BJ 1979 in the style of Kay Bojesen made of mahogany and white ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Maple

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

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian rocking chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner. Designer Biography : "Best known for his chairs and seating pieces — though a master of many furniture types like sofas and tables — Hans Wegner was a prolific designer whose elegant, often ebullient, forms and devotion to the finest methods in joinery made "Danish Modern" a popular byword for stylish, well-made furniture in the mid-20th century. Wegner considered himself a carpenter first and a furniture designer second. Like his peers Arne Jacobsen and Finn Juhl, Wegner believed that striking aesthetics in furniture were based on a foundation of practicality: a chair must be comfortable and sturdy before it is chic. In keeping with that tenet, several of Wegner’s best chair designs, seen in dealer listings below, have their roots in traditional seating...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wood

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

1960s Upholstered Bentwood Rocking Chair by TON
Located in High Point, NC
This vintage wooden chair was produced in Czechia, circa 1960. A rocking armchair sculpted with bentwood, this classic piece was crafted by TON, ...
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bouclé, Bentwood

Charles & Ray Eames RAR Rocking Chair “Zenith”
Located in Seattle, WA
Known as the RAR rocking chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames, this chair has Zenith checker label and is the first generation produced in Zenith Plastic Factory in Gardena, Califor...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Midcentury Design Rocking Chair by TON / Expo, 1958
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1950s, Czechoslovakia - Maker: TON - Paper label (see the pictures) - very Good original condition jr.
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Rocking Chair by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1947, Brazilian Midcentury Design
Located in New York, NY
This rocking chair was one of the first pieces produced by Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) when his Langenbach & Tenreiro store opened in 1947. Far beyond a designer and artist, Tenreiro was an intellectual and thinker of the Brazilian culture. The rocking chairs were part of the interior spaces in most Brazilian colonial...
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1940s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Rosewood, Leather

Vintage Teak Rocking Chair by Georg Jensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage rocking chair designed by Georg Jensen in teak with new red Maharam wool upholstery. 16.5" seat height.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Wool, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive vintage modern rocking chair features a sturdy walnut construction, sleekly sculpted armrests, and a tall backrest ensurin...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

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

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Fabric, Wood

Stylish Rocking Chair, 1980's, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Stylish design rocking chair from the 80s. Made in the former Czechoslovakia. Material: foam filling and fabric. The chair has been completely reupholstered and is in excellent condi...
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Foam

Costa Rican Folding Safari Campaign Rocking Chair set, 1960's Costa Rica
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Original Midcentury Costa Rican Folding Safari Campaign rocking chair set of 4. Made in Costa Rica, 1950's / 60's. Exotic hardwood constructed f...
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1960s Costa Rican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Danish Rocker by Unico in Teak and Leather
By Unico
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Combining an elegant curving teak frame with white leather, this vintage Danish rocker by Unico is as beautiful as it is comfortable. Please conf...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Teak

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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