Collden, Rocking Lounge Chairs, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

A pair of pine and fabric lounge chairs produced by Collden, Sweden, c. 1970s. Dimensions (inches): 35.75” H x 33.25” W x 38.75” D Seat Height (inches): 14”  Arm Height (inches): ...

A pair of pine and white fabric lounge chairs produced by Collden, Sweden, c. 1970s. Seat height 14.5”.

A pine and fabric lounge chair designed and produced by Harbo Fritid, Sweden, c. 1980s. Seat height 19”.

A pine and cord rocking chair designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Seat height: 17.25”

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...

Swedish rocking chair in pine, 1940s a stunning rocking chair in the style of Axel Einar Hjorth with beautiful lines, low profile and circular seat. Condition: Excellent restored con...

Great rocking chair by anonymous designer and unknown cabinetmaker in Sweden during the first half of the 20th century. Made in solid pine with a sculptural backrest.

While they play a prominent role in both architecture and pop culture, rocking chairs solidified their place in Scandinavian design history as well. As this Swedish model proves, functionality can manifest in many forms, but it is always accompanied by both great material and aesthetic quality in Swedish design. Taking influence from the golden age of modernism in Sweden and the 1930s’ cabin furniture, this rocking chair was made in the famous “sportstugemöbel” style, originally intended for Swedish summer houses. Solid pine was the preferred material in this specific style and some of the most prominent Swedish designers created models for these summer residencies, including Axel Einar Hjorth and Carl Malmsten. Functionality and longevity were the guiding principles for the style, and accordingly, for this rocking chair as well. The pine structure is very polished and firm, assembled with an expert joinery technique. The seat is ergonomically carved, and the edges are gently rounded for maximum comfort. Åby furniture...