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Window on Sedona Living in the Land of the Red Rocks by Dottie Webster Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
A Window on Sedona: Living in the Land of the Red Rocks by Dottie Webster. 1st Edition. If eyes
Category

20th Century American Folk Art Books

Materials

Paper

Faraglioni Rocks
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
Faraglioni Rocks, 1974: Faraglioni Rocks on the Italian Island of Capri Staley-Wise Gallery offers
Category

1970s Color Photography

Materials

C Print

Original Vintage Poster Cornwall British Railways Gyrth Russell Polperro Harbour
Located in London, GB
harbour with buildings lining the shore, flowers in the foreground and boats moored on the rocks and by
Category

Vintage 1950s British Posters

Materials

Paper

"Mountain Climbers" - Mountain Landscape in Watercolor on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
with the greenery and the rocks. A few Goats are sunbathing on the rocks. Signed "M Westcott" in the
Category

Late 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

"Body Rocks 1, Color"- Moody Nude Photo Shot in the Rain on a Beach
By John Mazlish
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Body on Rocks 1, Color", Nude shot in the rain on a beach. Printed on archival fine art paper
Category

2010s Contemporary Nude Photography

Materials

Metal

Schooners on the Coast with Rocks Tide Pools and bird by Howard Garfield Gray
Located in Soquel, CA
Schooners on the Coast with Rocks Tide Pools and bird by Howard Garfield Gray Schooners in the mist
Category

Early 1900s American Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Laid Paper

Corbeille Leather Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra
By Edra, Francesco Binfaré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
influential collections—including Flap, Standard, Essential, On the Rocks, and Corbeille—many of which
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Where the Wildflowers Wait, Oil Painting
By Lisa Elley
Located in San Francisco, CA
foreground while waves crash on the rocks below. The scene feels vivid and tactile.About the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Vintage Set of Old Fashioned Valencia by CULVER with 22-Karat Gold
By Culver Ltd.
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
-century Barware on the rocks, double old fashions, whisky. Beautiful set of 22-karat gold Moroccan themed
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Glass

Nives Ice Bucket in Pebbled Leather and Corno Italiano, Mod. 4453
By Filippo Dini, Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
drinks on the rocks. The design is distinguished by an elegant rim in natural Corno Italiano and by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wine Coolers

Materials

Leather

18 Karat White Gold Garavelli Pendant with Chain with Diamonds and Turquoise
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
yet extraordinary for special occasions. Part of the exclusive Coil on the Rocks Collection, this
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ice Plant, Carmel-by-the-Sea
By Marc Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
the crashing water on the rocks. Artist Bio Marc Dalessio was born in 1972 in Los Angeles, California
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel, Wood Panel

Set of Four Vintage Drinking Colored Crystal Glasses with Etched Design
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
balloon motifs. This set of stylish wide on-the-rocks tumblers are made of high quality lead-free crystal
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Polzeath, surf, Original painting, landscape
By Rupert Aker
Located in Deddington, GB
Waves crashing in on the rocks at Polzeath Oil Paint on Canvas 18 H x 23 W x 3 D cm (7.09 x 9.06 x
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

fferrone Set of 2 Czech Clear Contemporary Rasori Small Wine Glasses
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
interior design styles. These clear glasses are good for wine, water, on the rocks, cocktails, and juice
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Czech Clear Contemporary Rasori Medium Water Glasses
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
interior design styles. These clear glasses are good for wine, water, long drinks, on the rocks, cocktails
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Czech Clear Contemporary Rasori Champagne Flute Glasses
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
, on the rocks, cocktails, and juice. The drinking glasses are good for both everyday and special
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Medieval Castle on a Cliff by the Sea on North Coast of Ireland by Irish Artist
Located in Preston, GB
the sea contrasting against the warm, sunlit rocks and castle walls. The swirling water and textured
Category

Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board, Canvas

Pair of 19th Century German Gnomes Hand Carved Bone Gnome Figures
Located in Milano, MI
the rocks, fixed to the base with a metal pin. In good age related condition, these two antique
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bone

Faraglioni Rocks, Estate Edition
By Slim Aarons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Faraglioni Rocks on the Italian island of Capri, August 1974. Slim Aarons Estate Edition
Category

1970s Realist Portrait Photography

Materials

Lambda

Vintage Bronze Eagle on Rocks, after Jules Moigniez, Late 20th Century
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is a bronze eagle on rocks sculpture, after Jules Moigniez, circa late 20th century. The
Category

Late 20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

LARGE 20TH CENTURY FRENCH IMPRESSIONIST PROVENCE CHATEAU ON ROCKS LANDSCAPE
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French School, mid/ second half 20th century Title: The Old Chateau Medium: oil painting on canvas, unframed Size: painting: 18 x 21.5 inches Provenance: priva...
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

fferrone Set of 2 Handcrafted Czech Clear Contemporary Rila Small Glasses
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
, wine, water, on the rocks, cocktails, and juice. The drinking glasses are good for both everyday and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Handcrafted Czech Clear Contemporary Rila Large Glasses
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
, wine, water, on the rocks, cocktails, and juice. The drinking glasses are good for both everyday and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

fferrone Set of 2 Handcrafted Czech Clear Contemporary Rila Medium Glasses
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
, wine, water, on the rocks, cocktails, and juice. The drinking glasses are good for both everyday and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Faraglioni Rocks, Estate Edition
By Slim Aarons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Faraglioni Rocks on the Italian island of Capri, August 1974. Slim Aarons Estate Edition
Category

1970s Realist Portrait Photography

Materials

Lambda

Faraglioni Rocks, Estate Edition
By Slim Aarons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Faraglioni Rocks on the Italian island of Capri, August 1974. Slim Aarons Estate Edition
Category

1970s Realist Portrait Photography

Materials

Lambda

W.S. Record - Framed 19th Century Watercolour, Young Boy Sitting on Rocks
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming watercolour depicting a young boy seated on rocks. The work is signed in the lower
Category

19th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Primitive Abstract Gold Copper Orange Marks, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Robert Lynn
Located in Yardley, PA
the canvas. It gives the appearance of being an old Wall in the form of art or in a cave on the rocks
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Antique French Signed Oil Painting Coastal Seascape Lapping Waves on Rocks
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Gustave Corbier (French c. 1900's), signed lower corner Title: Lapping Waves Medium: oil painting on board, framed. framed: 8.75 x 10.75 inches Provenance: privat...
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Night Flight Over Sedona Red Rocks", Alexander Volkov, Oil on Canvas, Landscape
By Alexander Volkov
Located in Dallas, TX
captures a photorealistic view of the red rocks in Arizona during a sunset. The light from the sunset
Category

2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel

View of a Bay in the Seto Inland Sea - Hand-Colored Albumen Print 1870/1890
Located in Roma, IT
rocks. This particular typology of prints was born in Yokoama around 1860 by the Italian photographers
Category

1880s Black and White Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Tobia Scarpa Flos "Tamburo" Green Outdoor Lighting Fixtures ( 11 available )
By Afra Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Sacile, PN
, Miss K, KTribe, Romeo Louis, Romeo Moon, Ray, and On the Rocks.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Woman on a Cliff, Oil on Canvas, Northern Impressionism, Signed, 1905
Located in Stockholm, SE
the rocks, gazing out over the water in quiet reflection. The composition is steeped in atmosphere
Category

Early 1900s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Large British Marine Oil Painting Classic Tall Sailing Shipwreck on Rocks at Sea
By Anthony Hedges
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Shipwreck by Anthony Hedges (British marine artist, 20th century) signed oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 25.5 x 35 inches canvas: 20 x 30 inches Provenance: private collec...
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Mary Scott, All The Ancient Rocks I Ever Met (II), Affordable Contemporary Art
By Mary Scott
Located in Deddington, GB
All The Ancient Rocks I Ever Met (II) Mary Scott Original Semi-Abstract Painting Acrylic Paint and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Slim Aarons, Faraglioni Rocks Midcentury Modern Photography
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
Faraglioni Rocks on the Italian island of Capri, August 1974. Slim Aarons Faraglioni Rocks 1974
Category

1960s Modern Color Photography

Materials

C Print

Breakwater Rocks, Bude, Original painting, Contemporary artist
Located in Deddington, GB
An expressive palette knife oil painting depicting the rocks on the beach surrounding the
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Coastal Landscape with Figures
By Bernadette Kelly
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
brushstrokes lending a sense of raw texture and movement. A lone figure is perched on the rocks, adding a
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Polzeath Surfers, Cornwall, Original painting, Oil on canvas, Coastal art, Beach
By Eleanor Woolley
Located in Deddington, GB
. Over on the far beach we can see speckles of bathers and waves cresting on the rocks. Painting on
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Two Rocks, Impressionist Aquatint Etching by John Beerman
By John Beerman
Located in Long Island City, NY
John Beerman, American (1958 - ) - Two Rocks, Year: 1987, Medium: Color Etching Aquatint, signed
Category

1980s Impressionist Landscape Prints

Materials

Etching, Aquatint

All the Ancient Rocks I ever Met II by Mary Scot, Abstract painting, Abstract
By Mary Scott
Located in Deddington, GB
All The Ancient Rocks I Ever Met (II) Mary Scott hand signed by the artist Original Semi-Abstract
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Board

Faraglioni Rocks, Capri (Slim Aarons Estate Edition)
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
Slim Aarons Faraglioni Rocks, Capri, 1974, Printed Later Chromogenic Lambda print Estate stamped
Category

1970s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Lambda

Faraglioni Rocks, Capri (Slim Aarons Estate Edition)
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
Slim Aarons Faraglioni Rocks, Capri, 1974, Printed Later Chromogenic Lambda print Estate stamped
Category

1970s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Lambda

Sunset on the breakwater.
Located in CAMPO REAL, ES
coast of Spain. At the center of the scene, a solitary figure stands on the breakwater rocks, almost
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Faraglioni Rocks, Capri (Slim Aarons Estate Edition)
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
Slim Aarons Faraglioni Rocks, Capri, 1974, Printed Later Chromogenic Lambda print Estate stamped
Category

1970s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Lambda

Big Moon over Magenta Sea - Pink Crashing Wave at New Jersey Shore
By Mitchell Funk
Located in Miami, FL
this optically pleasing color photograph. The sky turns pink magenta as waves crash on the rocks on
Category

1970s American Impressionist Landscape Photography

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

A small painting of a storm on a Mediterranean coast by Le Croix de Marseilles
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
foundering on the rocks. The is attributed to Le Croix de Marseilles and is presented in a period carved
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Slim Aarons Faraglioni Rocks, Capri Midcentury Modern Landscape
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
Faraglioni Rocks on the Italian island of Capri, August 1974 Slim Aarons Faraglioni Rocks, Capri
Category

1970s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Lambda

Day at the Beach. Hawaii, North Shore Oahu, Three Tables Beach, sunsets
Located in Oslo, NO
trees on the rocks, began to glow in the light of the setting sun. The artist was amazed at how light
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Twilight Crashing Surf”
By George Howell Gay
Located in Southampton, NY
scene with crashing surf on the rocks annd distant sailboats. Under glass. Original stained wood frame
Category

1910s Academic Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Archival Paper

Philippe Starck for Flos Hide L Wall Light Sconce, Large, Black, Shelf, Italy.
By Flos, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, and On the Rocks. Hide Wall Lamp is Made in Italy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Fields near Leckhampton Breakwater Rocks, Bude, diptych, Original painting
Located in Deddington, GB
An expressive palette knife oil painting depicting the rocks on the beach surrounding the
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

La Baigneuse - Academic Nude Figure in Landscape Oil by Paul Emile Chabas
By Paul Emile Chabas
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
; Portrait of Mme Merlant Paris (Louvre): Waves on the Rocks (tempera on paper) Paris (Mus. d'Orsay
Category

1910s Academic Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Positano Beach, 1979 - La Scogliera Beach Positano, Amalfi Coast Photograph
By Slim Aarons
Located in Brighton, GB
holidaymakers seeking a gentle, sandy spot as it is entirely situated on the rocks. That does not present a
Category

20th Century American Modern Figurative Photography

Materials

C Print, Photographic Paper, Color, Digital

Antique Japanese Ceramic Ko-Kutani Revival Footed Dish
Located in Atlanta, GA
and purple. In the center, a songbird is depicted perched on the rocks, surrounded with leafed vines
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Slim Aarons, Beach Picnic (Estate Edition)
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
publisher Jack Vietor picnicking on the rocks below his home in southern California. A Wonderful Time - Slim
Category

1960s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Lambda

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On The Rocks For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of on the rocks available for sale. A selection of these works in the Pop Art, Contemporary and Modern styles can be found today in our inventory. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add an on the rocks that pops against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of beige, gray, black, brown and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Stefanie Schneider, David Yarrow, Julia Contacessi, David Drebin and Marc Esteve are often thought to be among the most beautiful. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paper, c print and photographic paper — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are On The Rocks?

Prices for pieces in our collection of on the rocks start at $185 and top out at $29,416 with the average selling for $2,448.
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    A Victorian rocking horse is a child’s toy produced during the Victorian era, which refers to the years of the reign of Queen Victoria of England, 1837 to 1901. Prior to the industrialization that took shape during the 19th century, which allowed these structures to be mass-produced, rocking horses were hand-carved in wood and hand-painted to resemble a horse. Two rockers, mirroring those of modern rocking chairs, are attached to the horse’s legs, and when a child sits on the seat, the horse gently rocks back and forth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique rocking horses.
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    What a rocking chair symbolizes is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people associate rocking chairs with comfort or relaxation. Because people often sit in the chairs to gently rock babies to sleep, the furniture may also represent parenthood or motherhood. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of rocking chairs.
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    Gongshi, also known as scholar rocks, can be found through a multitude of retailers, including 1stDibs. Scholar rocks’ can be any color, size or material. However, they are traditionally authentic stones made with limestone. Shop a collection of authentic scholar rocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The rocking chair is more than 275 years old. Early models date back to around 1725 and were made by outfitting Windsor chairs with skates. By 1787, rocking chairs were common enough for the word to be added to the English dictionary. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of rocking chairs.
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    A Boston rocking chair is a wooden rocking chair with a decorative top panel and a seat and arms that curve down towards the front. Find an assortment of rocking chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A Windsor rocking chair is built for comfort and is usually manufactured in such a way that the seat’s spindles, along with the chair-back and legs, are pushed into holes that have been drilled. This sets this type of chair apart, as the standard construction of a chair sees that the back legs are continuous. The Windsor chair originated in the early 1700s in the English town of Windsor. As mentioned, their bentwood back frames are assembled with slender wooden spindles that are plugged into drill holes in the sculpted seat, which was usually made of elm and slightly sunken or dish-shaped for the sitter’s comfort. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Windsor rocking chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A rocking chair helps soothe infants, children, and adults alike. The rocking and swaying movement helps create a meditative and lethargic state.

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    Rocking horses have long been favorite toys for children all over. These fun toys also help with balance and mobility, while encouraging exercise. It’s no wonder that both children and their parents are so taken with these toys. Shop a collection of rocking horses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    No one knows the exact year that the rocking horse was invented, but they first appeared in early 17th century Europe. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern rocking horses from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    To identify a Thonet rocking chair, look for the company name. You will normally find it stamped directly onto the underside of the seat, arms or legs. You can find a collection of expertly vetted Thonet rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
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    A wooden rocking chair can be cleaned using a sponge, soap, and water. After, you should proceed to pat the rocking chair down with a cloth.

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    To tell if your rocking chair is an antique, search the back, rockers and the underside of the seat for a label, stamp or other marking. If you locate one, conduct online research using trusted resources to learn about the maker. By finding out when the manufacturer produced chairs similar to yours, you may be able to determine if your chair is at least 100 years old, making it an antique. If you cannot find a maker's mark, consider contacting a certified appraiser or antique dealer and asking them to date your piece for you. Explore a range of antique rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To tell if a rocking horse is a Collinson, look at the pillar on its safety stand. Authentic pieces will usually have square pillars with wooden diamonds on top. The iron swings that allow the horse to rock were often red on genuine Collinson designs. However, an antique rocking horse may have been repainted, so the color you see might not be the original. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with identifying rocking horses. Shop a range of rocking horses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a rocking horse is antique, first look for a label or mark that indicates the manufacturer’s name. Some makers of antique rocking horses include F.H. Ayers, Collinsons Sons, G J Lines, Crossley Brothers and Stevenson Brothers. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer who is knowledgeable about rocking horses. Shop a variety of rocking horses on 1stDibs.
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