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Style: Expressionist
Thonet Bentwood Cane Rocking Armchair – Vienna
Thonet Bentwood Cane Rocking Armchair – Vienna

Thonet Bentwood Cane Rocking Armchair – Vienna

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Graceful and sculptural, this bentwood rocking chair showcases the iconic Viennese tradition of steam-bent hardwood formed into sweeping curves and elegant scrollwork. The flowing ar...

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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Vintage Bentwood Rocking Chair Att. to Thonet
Vintage Bentwood Rocking Chair Att. to Thonet

Vintage Bentwood Rocking Chair Att. to Thonet

By Thonet

Located in New York, NY

Unusual bentwood and cane rocking chair, in the Vienna Secessionist style, probably mid 20th C vintage, Thonet - made in USA, unsigned. The chair is slightly smaller in scale, a vari...

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Mid-20th Century American Expressionist Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair
Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair

Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair

By Thonet

Located in New York, NY

Stylish child’s bentwood rocking chair attached to Thonet. This example is in very good original condition showing only light wear normal and consistent with age. Measures: Total H ...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Bentwood Rocking Chair Attributed to Thonet, Early 20th Century
Bentwood Rocking Chair Attributed to Thonet, Early 20th Century

Bentwood Rocking Chair Attributed to Thonet, Early 20th Century

By Thonet

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Classic Vienna Secession style bentwood rocking chair with embossed wooden seat and back, and beautiful scrolling base. Refinished in glossy black.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Rocking Chairs

Original 19th century bentwood Childrens rocking chair by Fischel Czechoslovakia
Original 19th century bentwood Childrens rocking chair by Fischel Czechoslovakia

Original 19th century bentwood Childrens rocking chair by Fischel Czechoslovakia

By Thonet, Fischel

Located in København K, 84

This rare late 19th-century bentwood children's rocking chair, crafted by Fischel in Czechoslovakia, is a delightful example of both craftsmanship and design innovation during the er...

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1890s Czech Antique Expressionist Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Rattan, Beech

Rocking Chair No.813 by Koloman Moser for J.J.Kohn
Rocking Chair No.813 by Koloman Moser for J.J.Kohn

Rocking Chair No.813 by Koloman Moser for J.J.Kohn

By Koloman Moser

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Rocking chair no.813 by Koloman Moser for J.J.Kohn. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

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Located in Argelato, BO

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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 Expressionist Rocking Chairs

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$763

H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in

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By Thonet

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Gustav Siegel, Viennese Secession Rocking Chair, Bentwood, circa 1900

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Located in Munster, NRW

A bentwood rocking chair, by Austrian Art Nouveau designer Gustav Siegel for Jacob & Josef Kohn, circa 1900. Good condition, perfectly functional, minors wares due to use and age.

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Expressionist rocking chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Expressionist rocking chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, 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 bentwood, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Expressionist rocking chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Austria, and Czech Republic 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 Siegel, Jacob and Josef Kohn, Michael Thonet, and Thonet. 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 $375 and tops out at $9,000 while the average work can sell for $2,618.