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Vintage Charles
Ray Eames for Herman Miller RAR Fiberglass Shell Rocking Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller RAR chair. This is a lovely and classic example of the ever-iconic RAR chair by Eames. The RAR, Rocking Arm chair on Rod base, is on...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Wrought Iron Rocking Chair after Salterini and Arthur Umanoff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Vintage Mid Century Modern Wrought Iron Rocking Chair after Salterini and Arthur Uman...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Renato Zevi Chrome Rocking Lounge Chair in Saffron Yellow Velvet
By Selig, Renato Zevi
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sleek Chrome Rocking Lounge Chair, designed by Renato Zevi in Italy, and imported to the US by Selig, circa 1960s. It has recently been reupholstered in a saffron yellow color velvet...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair in Hardwood
Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
This rocking chair by Liceu de Artes is a strong example of 60s Brazilian design, combining a solid rosewood frame with a suspended natural leather seat and headrest. The chair featu...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970
s Modernist Maison Jansen Style Hollywood Regency Rocking Chair in Pink
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern rocking chair, in the manner of Maison Jansen circa 1970. This chair is a modern French design. The chrome frame is in good condition. It has some light s...
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Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1960s Mid century design rocking chair - Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- sturdy and stable
- original condition
- wooden parts will be restored
- small hole on textile,see the photos
- suitable for a new upholstery or easy reapir
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Vintage 1960s Czech Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Paul Tuttle model "Nonna" rocking chair for Stassle Switzerland, circa 1972
By Paul Tuttle, Strässle International
Located in Skokie, IL
Paul Tuttle model "Nonna" rocking chair for Stassle Switzerland, designed in 1972. This is as beautiful as it is comfortable.
Bent tubular steel chromed, in combination with wood, ca...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
Guido Faleschini Golden Metal and Gray Velvet Arm Chair / Rocking Chair, 1970
By Guido Faleschini
Located in Roma, Lazio
Iconic rocking armchair by Guido Faleschini from the 70s, all curves and elegance, simple and linear.
The rocking armchair has a fully curved golden metal structure, armrests and le...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Sedia a dondolo vintage anni 80 "T-Line" design Burkhard Vogtherr per Arflex
By Arflex, Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in None, IT
Sedia a dondolo con struttura in metallo e schiuma, rivestimento in tessuto giallo, gambe e braccioli in gomma nera. Modello “T-Line” disegnato da Burkhard Vogtherr per Arflex, anni ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
$1,768 Sale Price
20% Off
Sedia a dondolo vintage anni 80 "T-Line" design Burkhard Vogtherr per Arflex
By Arflex, Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in None, IT
Sedia a dondolo con struttura in metallo e schiuma, rivestimento in tessuto azzurro, gambe e braccioli in gomma nera. Modello “T-Line” disegnato da Burkhard Vogtherr per Arflex, anni...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
$1,768 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Kembo Rocking by Wh Gispen, 1950s Netherlands
By Gispen Kembo
Located in The Hague, NL
Rockingchair by WH Gispen for Kembo Netherlands. Reupholstered in pastel blue Kvadrat Divina MD 813 and armrests in bakelite, black tubular structures and wooden sliders. From the 50...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Tubular Rocking Chair in Leather
Metal in the Manner of Thonet, USA, c. 1960s
By Thonet
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a truly one-of-a-kind rocking chair featuring a mix of original and new Italian leather upholstery. Hand-forged and welded, this artfully-crafted rocker, designed after t...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Rare Fredrik Kayser Model 599 Teak Rocking Chair, Rocker Norway, circa 1960s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Buffalo, NY
Fredrik A. Kayser Model 599 teak rocking chair, Rocker Norway circa 1960s
Magnificent mid twentieth century Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne Mobler, Model 599 Teak & Cane rocking chair, ...
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
1970s Post Modern Tubular Chrome Rocker Rocking Chair Manner Of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a post - modern tubular chromed rocking chair attributed to Maison Jansen. These were manufactured in Italy. It symbolized the space age design merging with comfort. Chrome i...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage chrome and rattan rocking chair, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century rocking chair made from chromed metal, rattan woven seats and backrest and lacquered wood.
Good condition.
1960s - Italy
Height: 102cm
Width: 50cm
Depth: 95cm
Seat hie...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Bauhaus Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Ron Arad Pair of Rocking Chairs for One-Off, United Kingdom, 1981
By Ron Arad, One Off, Ltd.
Located in Chicago, IL
Ron Arad Pair of Rocking Chairs for One-Off, United Kingdom, 1981
Adjustable rocking chairs constructed of black-enameled and chromed steel with plastic-coated bungee springs. Design...
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Vintage 1980s British Industrial Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Expertly Restored - Californian Studio Modern Teak Rocking Chair by Leon Meyer
By Leon Meyer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rocking Chair RAR by Charles
Ray Eames For Herman Miller, 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in bruxelles, BE
Fiberglass rocking chair. Stamped Herman Miller on the underside. Seat height: 40 cm.
Wear due to time and the age of the chair.
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Vintage 1960s Central American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Original 1950s Japanese Rocking chair by Takeshi Nii in brown leather, aluminium
By Takeshi Nii
Located in København K, 84
An original 1950s Japanese rocking chair by designer Takeshi Nii, this exceptional piece is as much an engineering achievement as a design icon. Conceived to be folded and portable, ...
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Oval Rocking Chair by Renato Zevi for Selig in Chrome and Leather, Italy 1970s
By Renato Zevi, Selig
Located in Ulm, DE
Oval Rocking Chair by Renato Zevi for Selig, Italy, 1970s – Mid-Century Modern Icon in Chrome and Leather
Rocking chair, rocking lounge, Mid-Century masterpiece, chrome-plated metal...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Rocking Chair in Metal
Wicker by Carlo Hauner, c. 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Rocking chair made in metal and wicker designed by Carlo Hauner in the 1950’s. The sculptural piece has been completely restored. The wicker is new and the metal has been painted in ...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
Original Vintage Charles
Ray Eames RAR Rocking Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Pair of Art Deco Streamlined Tubular Hoop Rocker Rocking Chairs, 1930s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular pair of vintage Art Deco metal rocking chairs, also referred to as "hoop arm" chairs or "patio bouncer chairs". These wonderful chairs embody the streamlined aesthetic of...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Early Walter Lamb Bronze
Canvas Rocking Chair
By Walter Lamb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The late 1940s or early 1950s Walter Lamb rocking chair predating his partnership with Brown Jordan. The chair has a frame in thick tubular bronze. Two runners with bowed rear edges ...
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Model S 828 Chaise Longue Rocking Chair in Tubular Steel by Torben, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Chaise longue or rocking lounger from the renowned tubular steel furniture manufacturer Thonet based on a design by the Danish designer Torben Skov from the 80s.
The special feature...
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20th Century German Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chrome Thonet Rocking Chair Rocker Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chrome Thonet Rocking Chair Rocker after Milo Baughman. Item features a chrome metal frame, white vinyl upholstery, impressive size, very nice v...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Strässle Nonna rocking chair by Paul Tuttle, 1972
By Strässle International, Paul Tuttle
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
The Nonna rocking chair by Paul Tuttle is in very good condition. The supporting chrome frame has been complemented by a second frame made of ebonized black bentwood. The chrome show...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Ulrich Böhme, Rocking Chair, Steel, Velvet, Germany, 1971
By Ulrich Bohme
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and tubular steel rocking lounge chair designed by Ulrich Böhme and produced by Thonet, Germany, c. 1971.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Reupholstered in a brand...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
Modernist Rocking Chair in Ebonized Wood, Cane and Chrome Structure, Circa 1970
By Thonet
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Modernist Rocking Chair in Ebonized Wood, Cane, and Chrome Structure – Circa 1960–1970
Timeless elegance and modernist lines define this vintage rocking chair, inspired by the Thone...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Iron
Large Carousel Horse on Rockers
Located in MC Leansville, NC
This Large Carousel Horse on Rockers captures the charm of vintage amusement rides with its whimsical, oversized form and bold detailing. The sculpted horse features a flowing mane, ...
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Oak Wood Arts
Crafts Rocker Rocking Chair with Brass Accents
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Oak Wood Arts & Crafts Rocker Rocking Chair with Brass Accents. Item features ornate brass accents, brass rear brace to back, solid wood construction, beautiful woo...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Rocking Chair by Lee Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully designed sculptural rocker by Lee Woodard, with tufted leather body and brass railing.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
Futuristic Rocking Chair Danish Large White Space Age Minimalist Architectural
By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard
Located in London, GB
A staggeringly cool, eye-catchingly original and extremely comfortable designer rocking chair in lovely vintage condition. Designed by Scandinavian Modern Design legend Niels Gammelg...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Futurist Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
New Upholstery Renato Zevi Ellipse Base Rocking Chair
Ottoman by Selig MINT
By Renato Zevi
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New Upholstery Renato Zevi Ellipse Base Rocking Chair & Ottoman by Selig MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Oval Rocking Chair by Renato Zevi for Selig in Chrome and Alcantara, Italy 1970s
By Selig, Renato Zevi
Located in Ulm, DE
Oval Rocking Chair by Renato Zevi for Selig, Italy, 1970s – Mid-Century Modern Icon in Chrome and Alcantara
Rocking chair, rocking lounge, Mid-Century masterpiece, chrome-plated met...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Pair of Oak and Metal Racking Chairs, 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful pair of rocking chairs with a modern, minimalist design that could be described as French-inspired. It features a white oak wooden seat and backrest, supported by a black m...
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Vintage 1970s French Industrial Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Brass and fabric rocking chair, design by Guido Faleschini, 1970s
By Guido Faleschini
Located in Firenze, FI
Refined Italian rocking chair designed by Guido Faleschini in the 1970s, made of brass with original fabric cushion.
The elegant and solid brass structure dialogues harmoniously with...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass
Brazilian Designer, Rocking Chair, Iron, Rattan, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron and cane rocking lounge chair designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Heavy oxidation to iron legs and frame.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.625” H x 31.5”...
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Swiss Nonna Black Leather Rocking Chair Paul Tuttle Strässle, 1970s
By Paul Tuttle
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant rocking chair from the Swiss manufacturer Strässle to a design by Paul Tuttle from the early 70s.This design combines the formal language of classical bentwood rocking chairs...
Category
20th Century Swiss Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Restored Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Restored 1960s Herman Miller Eames chair. Vintage fiberglass shell on later base of steel and wood runners. Signed and guaranteed authentic. Embossed with Herman Miller emblem undern...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan Bronze Patio Rocking Chair
By Walter Lamb, Brown Jordan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A bronze rocking chair designed by Walter Lamb and produced by Brown Jordan. The chair has a sculptural shape, with a single formation of tubular bronze forming the backrest, arms, e...
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Brazilian Designer, Rocking Chaise Longue, Iron, Leather, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron and leather rocking chaise longue designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Heavy oxidation present throughout metal frame.
Leather likely replaced at some po...
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Japanese Space Age Folding Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii, 1960s
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Hamburg, DE
Foldable rocking chair after a design by the japanese designer takeshi nii from the 1960s.
A rare design object with sophisticated function. The elegantly curved and ergonomic shape...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970s Paul Tuttle Nonna Rocking Chair for Strässle International Chrome Rocker
By Paul Tuttle, Strässle International
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This is a fine example of a “Nonna” rocking chair designed by Paul Tuttle in 1972 for Strässle International, Switzerland. The materials used on this chair are an attractive combinat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,030 Sale Price
50% Off
1959 Mid Century RAR Gray Rocking Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
The iconic RAR chair - Rocking (R) Arm (A) Chair on Rod (R) Base - was designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1950 and launched as one of the original 5 base options fo...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
MCM Milo Baughman Rocker
Ottoman Reupholstered In Black Leather and Cowhide
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Tubular Chrome Rocker
Ottoman Newly Reupholstered In Black Leather and Cowhide
This MCM Milo Baughman designed low profile tubular chrome fra...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Swiss Nonna Rocking Chair by Paul Tuttle for Strässle, 1970s
By Paul Tuttle
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant rocking chair from the Swiss manufacturer Strässle to a design by Paul Tuttle from the early 70s.This design combines the formal language of classical bentwood rocking chairs...
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20th Century Swiss Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Salterini Radar Rocking Chairs Mid Century Modern
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Lake Worth, FL
These vintage Salterini Radar Rockers are mid-century modern space-age rocking chairs that add a touch of retro charm to any indoor or outdoor space. Made of painted black wrought ir...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
Rocking Chair S826 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic rocking chair by Ulrich Böhme for Thonet. Designed in 1971, model S826. Frame made of chrome-plated tubular steel. The rocking chair has been reupholstered and covered with a...
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Vintage 1970s German Bauhaus Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rare Design Mid-Century Rocking Chair / Lounge Chair Attr. to Gae Aulenti
By Gae Aulenti
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Italian MId-Century Modern Rocking Chair or Lounge Chair Attributed to Gae Aulenti. The chair is an original piece of 1960's midcentury design and possesses a strong organic m...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Bauhaus Rocking Chair in Leather by Fasem, 1980s
By Fasem International
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid century Bauhaus design Rocking leather chair by Fasem Italy 1980s Designer : Mart Stam
Leather and chrome are in very good condition
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Crome Bent Single Piece of Tube Rocking Armchair Bauhaus 1970s MINT
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Bauhaus Mid Century Crome Bent Single Piece of Tube Rocking Armchair 1970s MINT
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Guido Faleschini Chrome
Brass Milo Baughman Rocking Chair
By Guido Faleschini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid Century Modern Guido Faleschini Chrome & Brass Milo Baughman Rocking Chair. Item features a heavy ovoid shaped steel frame with chrome/bronze finish, upholstered armrests, and or...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
1970’s Bauhaus Style Chrome Tube Bentwood
Cane Rocking Chair or Rocker
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Bauhaus style rocking chair or rocker comprised of a chrome tube frame and bentwood trim surrounding a cane seat & back. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that t...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Bauhaus Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman suede rocking-chair 1970
By Milo Baughman
Located in Grenoble, FR
Rocking chair in suede and chrome structure by Milo Baughman. armchair both traditional and modern with a very seventy spirit
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-century Steel Springer Rocking Outdoor Patio Chair , Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Enjoy the serene beauty of your outdoor space with this pair of elegant dark Forest Green cantilever Springer Garden chairs. This vintage patio chair pair features sturdy metal const...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
$3,120 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Garden Patio Poolside Metal Rocking Chair Att. to Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Garden, patio, poolside, rocking chair of wrought iron and metal mesh. The chair is in very good original condition, clean and ready to use. We also offer custom powder coating if yo...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
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There is a range of 20th century metal rocking chairs for sale on 1stDibs. 20th century metal rocking chairs made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made 20th century metal rocking chairs over the years, but those made by Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Charles Eames are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are 20th Century Metal Rocking Chairs?
20th century metal rocking chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,000, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $78,000.
Finding the Right Rocking Chairs for You
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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