Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
ARTS AND CRAFTS STYLE
Emerging in reaction to industrialization and mass production, the Arts and Crafts movement celebrated handcrafted design as a part of daily life. The history of Arts and Crafts furniture has roots in 1860s England with an emphasis on natural motifs and simple flourishes like mosaics and carvings. This work is characterized by plain construction that showcases the hand of the artisan.
The earliest American Arts and Crafts furniture dates back to the start of the 20th century. Designers working in this style in the United States initially looked to ideas put forth by The Craftsman, a magazine published by Wisconsin native Gustav Stickley, a furniture maker and founder of the Craftsman style. Stickley’s furniture was practical and largely free of ornament. His Craftsman style drew on French Art Nouveau as well as the work he encountered on his travels in England. There, the leading designers of the Arts and Crafts movement included William Morris, who revived historical techniques such as embroidery and printed fabrics in his furnishings, and Charles Voysey, whose minimal approach was in contrast to the ornamentation favored in the Victorian era.
American Arts and Crafts work would come to involve a range of influences unified by an elevation of traditional craftsmanship. The furniture was often built from sturdy woods like oak and mahogany while featuring details such as inlaid metal, tooled leather and ceramic tiles. The style in the United States was led by Stickley, whose clean-lined chairs and benches showcased the grain of the wood, and furniture maker Charles Rohlfs, who was informed by international influences like East Asian and French Art Nouveau design.
Hubs in America included several utopian communities such as Rose Valley in Pennsylvania and the Byrdcliffe Arts and Crafts Colony in New York, where craftspeople made furniture that prioritized function over any decoration. Their work would influence designers and architects including Frank Lloyd Wright, who built some of the most elegant and iconic structures in the United States and likewise embraced a thoughtful use of materials in his furniture.
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Style: Arts and Crafts
Arts and Crafts Rocking Chair, Late 19th Century
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This late 19th-century Arts and Crafts rocking chair is a striking example of the movement’s dedication to craftsmanship and functional beauty. Widely found in the UK and Scandinavia...
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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
American Arts and Crafts Oak Rocking and Armchair Pair
Located in Lutz, FL
Pair of American 1920’s Arts and Crafts style Quarter Sawn Oak Scroll Arm Chairs. Rocking Chairs and Matching Armchair in solid oak with heavy duck canvas taupe upholstery with nailh...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Finnish early 20th century hand-crafted children's birch rocking chair
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Expertly hand-crafted in Finland during the early 20th century, this children's birch rocking chair is a true celebration of Scandinavian Vintage Design. The chair features a woven b...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Birch
Exceptional Rocking Chair by Thonet
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This old authentic rocking chair was designed Michael Thonet and manufactured by Thonet. It was in the catalogue of 1904. It is a design classic.
This dark brown rocking chair is in very good vintage condition with normal signs of age and use. The chair is stamped.
Take your chance to get this Thonet collector’s item. Michael Thonet (1796-1871) was a German-Austrian cabinet maker, known for the invention of bentwood furniture, which ment the beginning of Modern Design. Le Corbusier used Thonet chairs...
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Early 1900s German Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Finnish early 20th century hand-crafted children's birch rocking chair
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Expertly hand-crafted in Finland during the early 20th century, this children's birch rocking chair is a true celebration of Scandinavian Vintage Design. The chair features a woven b...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Birch
L. & J.G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts rocker
By L. & J.G. Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Solid quarter sawn oak, with brown leather seat.
Measures: 26.5"W x ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
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...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Slatted Rocking Chair attributed to Stickley Brothers
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous heavy duty slatted rocking chair in excellent antique condition attributed to the Stickley Brothers furniture Co. Deep rich color to the...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Jm Young Oak Rocker, Circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Mission rocking chair by JM Young offers quarter sawn oak construction with upholstered back and seat, each arm having...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Stickley Harvey Ellis Collection Mission Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts style rocking chair
By L. & J.G. Stickley, "Harvey Ellis Collection"
USA, 2007
Solid oak frame, with inlaid marquetry, and original brown leath...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Arts and Crafts Rocking Chair, Late 19th Century
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This late 19th-century Arts and Crafts rocking chair is a striking example of the movement’s dedication to craftsmanship and functional beauty. Widely found in the UK and Scandinavia...
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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
Antique Nice L&JG Stickley Morris Rocking Chair recliner from the Early 1900s
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Antique Nice L&JG Stickley Morris Rocking Chair from the Early 1900s
This chair is in excellent condition. The original seat and the back cushion...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Upholstery, Cotton
Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Stickley Brothers Style Rocking Chair C1915
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Rocking Chair in the style of the Stickley Bros. Quarter sawn oak and stained in a rich deep brown that has mellowed and aged over 100 years. Beautiful wide...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts sewing rocker
By Gustav Stickley (model #2627)
USA, Circa 1900
Solid quarter sawn oak, with brown leather seat.
Measures: 18.25"W x 24...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Liberty and Co. A litte beech stained and original cane seated rocking chair
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co. A sweet litte beech stained and original cane seated rocking chair with a wonderful wavy back flowing down while attatching to...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Beech
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts rocker
By Stickley Brothers
USA, Circa 1900
Solid quarter sawn oak, with original olive green leather seat.
Measu...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Antique RH Conant’s Sons Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Slat Back Rocking Chair c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique RH Conant’s Sons Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Slat Back Rocking Chair c1910
Measures - 34" x 2...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Oak Arts & Crafts Mission Rocking Chair, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Arts & Crafts Mission rocking chair.
Striking American design from the 1900s.
Quarter-sawn oak frame with two hand-carved monks in the back rest.
The rocking cha...
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
American Arts and Crafts Oak Rocking and Armchair Pair
Located in Lutz, FL
Pair of American 1920’s Arts and Crafts style Quarter Sawn Oak Scroll Arm Chairs. Rocking Chairs and Matching Armchair in solid oak with heavy duck canvas taupe upholstery with nailh...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Antique Rocking Chair - Charles Rohlfs Style - Stickley Era - W7212
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Antique Rocking Chair from the Jamestown Furniture Co, Buffalo., NY - in the style of Charles Rholf / Stickley Era W7212
The rocker is in good c...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Swedish Designer, Rocking Chair, Oak, Mohair, Sweden, 1910s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and green mohair rocking chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1910s.
Seat height: 20”
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1910s Swedish Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Oak
Matti Savijärvi, 1920's unique tree root rocking chair
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the iconic Matti Savijärvi 1920's rocking chair, a unique piece of vintage furniture that will add character and charm to any home. This vintage rocking chair is a true t...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Antique L&JG Stickley Arm Morris Rocker - 20% SALE SALE W7936
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Antique L&JG Stickley Arm Morris Rocker -
This is an antique L&JG Stickley Arm Morris Rocker in good condition with no repairs or replaced parts.
The cushions for this chair have...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Upholstery, Cotton
Antique Mission Arts & Crafts Carved Solid Oak Rocking Lounge Chair Rocker vtg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mission Arts & Crafts Carved Solid Oak Rocking Lounge Chair Rocker vtg. Item featured is a charming vintage solid oak rocking chair. The chair is lightly carved with scrolled...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Stickley Harvey Ellis Collection Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts style rocking chair
By L. & J.G. Stickley, "Harvey Ellis Collection"
USA, 1990s
Solid quarter sawn oak frame, with upholstered seat.
Measures:...
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1990s American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Antique RH Conant’s Sons Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Slat Back Rocking Chair c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote***
Antique RH Conant’s Sons Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Slat Back Rocking Chair c1910
Measures - 34" x 2...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Arts & Crafts Fumed Oak Rocking Chair by Gustave Stickley, no. 311 1/2
Located in Shippensburg, PA
MISSION EBONIZED OAK ROCKING CHAIR NO. 311 1/2
Gustave Stickley ca. 1904-7, red ink maker's mark to the reverse
Item # 309VAX24P
Described in their 1904 catalogue as being "Craftsma...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
André Ferri, Side table - Swing "Viga", Friego Wood. 2018
By André Ferri
Located in PARIS, FR
André Ferri (né en 1990)
Table d'appoint - Balançoire "Viga", 2018
Freijo, laiton et corde
Dimensions : 72 x 44 x 13 cm (28.3 x 17.3 x 5.1 in)
The Viga side table by André Ferri is ...
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2010s Brazilian Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian pine wood Rocking chair
Located in Paris, FR
Scandinavian rocking chair from the 1970s in pine wood. The assembly is doweled with wood. The warm colors and rounded shapes will give a cocooning atmosphere to your interior. New g...
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1970s Scandinavian Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood, Pine
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.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Gustav Stickley Arts & Crafts Mission Rocker with New Leather Seat
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Arts & Crafts rocking chair by Gustav Stickley, circa 1910. Quarter sawn oak with a new leather seat and padding. Mortise and tenon construction all pegged joints. Very comf...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
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...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Antique Early Gustav Stickley Rocker( with a Decal ) with Original Leather w2648
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Antique Early Gustav Stickley Rocker (Marked with Decal) with Original Leather
This is a great looking Gustav Stickley early rocking chair with...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
American Arts and Crafts Oak Rocking Chair
Located in Lutz, FL
American 1920’s Arts and Crafts style Quarter Sawn Oak Scroll Arm Rocking Chair in solid oak with heavy duck canvas taupe upholstery with nailhead detailing. A handsome and comfortab...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Scandinavian Pine Wood And Leather Rocking Chair
Located in ECHT, NL
A Scandinavian pine rocking chair from the late 70s
This comfortable chair features a solid, pine wooden frame with a seat and backrest in cognac leather. Organic, rounded shapes wi...
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1970s Scandinavian Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
J.M. Young & Sons Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
J.M. Young & Sons Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocker Rocking Chair. Item features solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, original label, very nice antique item, quality...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts sewing rocker
By Gustav Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Solid quarter sawn oak, with tan leather seat.
Measures: 17.25"W x 24.75"D x 31.25"H. Seat h...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hindeloopen Style Spindled Rocking Chair with Studded Emerald Green Leather Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hindeloopen style rocking chair with studded green leather seating and an ornately carved wood frame. In very original condition with heavy signs...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts sewing rocker
By Gustav Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Solid quarter sawn oak, with upholstered seat.
Measures: 17"W x 24.25"D x 34"H. Seat height:...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Pair of Antique RH Conant’s Sons Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Rocking Chairs c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Pair of Antique RH Conant’s Sons Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Slat Back Rocking Chairs...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Signed Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts sewing or nursing rocker
By Gustav Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Solid quarter sawn oak, with brown leather se...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Sculpted Walnut Studio Craft Drafting Stool, Signed 1978
By Sam Maloof
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Artist signed, La Bounty 1978. This artist made drafting stool is a true piece of woodworking art. Beautifully crafted out of the most gorgeously grained, solid walnut. The expert...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts sewing rocker
By Gustav Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Solid quartersawn oak, with black leather seat.
Measures: 18"W x 29"D x 33.5"H. Seat height:...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Rocking Chair & Travel Confessional from Baker and Co, 1930s
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Travel Confessional and rocking-chair in limed oak signed William Baker and Co, England 1920. The confessional part, openwork in its upper part, has a shelf, dimensions 145 cm high, ...
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1920s English Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
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 Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
19th Century Leather and Brass Trimmed Soleil Oak Rocking Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Unusual and beautiful 19th century oak rocking chair with brass Helios - father of the sun - in brass on backrest and apron. Pressed brass circle trim throughout in immaculate shape...
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19th Century American Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
Antique L&JG Stickley Paddle Arm Rocker w/ Slot on the Sides - W8390
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an Antique L&JG Stickley Paddle Arm Rocker w/ Slot on the Sides from 1910 in very good condition. There are minor stains on the arm as pictured.
It is with cleaned original...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Arts & Crafts Mahogany Rocking Chair with Green Leather Seat, 20th Century
Located in Göteborg, SE
Step back in time with this exquisite early 20th-century rocking chair, an elegant representation of the Arts & Crafts movement. Crafted from rich mahogany wood, the chair features a...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Rocking Folding Chair
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
A simple Italian little rocking and folding chair, light but sturdy : perhaps the memory of a "dolce far niente" under a porch, or for a beautiful gir...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fruitwood
Antique Arts & Crafts Arm Rocking Cube Chair by " KNOUSE " - Stickley Era
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a great looking, bulky Lounge/Arm/Rocking Chair (Cube Chair). It has a KNOUSE maker's mark from the early 1900s. The chair is in great condition with the original finish. ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Oak
Scandinavian pine wood Rocking chair
Located in Paris, FR
Scandinavian pine wood Rocking Chair - 1970s
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood, Pine
Arts And Crafts rocking chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Arts and Crafts rocking chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage rocking chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Arts and Crafts rocking chairs made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original rocking chairs, popular names associated with this style include Gustav Stickley, L. & J.G. Stickley Inc., J. M. Young and Sons, and André Ferri. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for rocking chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $299 and tops out at $4,400 while the average work can sell for $1,536.