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Francesco Binfaré for Edra Beige On The Rocks Sofa
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Francesco Binfaré for Edra, the On The Rocks sofa was inspired by the archipelagos of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
"On the Rocks No. 2, " Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
. Pairs beautifully with “On the Rocks No. 1.”
Connecticut-based artist Julia Contacessi earned a
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Paper
Francesco Binfare
for Edra "On The Rocks" Red Sofa, Italy 2000
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Naples, IT
Designed by Francesco Binfaré for Edra, the On The Rocks sofa is inspired by Mediterranean
Category
Antique 16th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
"On the Rocks" Sculpture by British Sculptor Peter Eugene Ball
By Peter Eugene Ball
Located in New York, NY
Peter Eugene Ball, circa 1980s. "On the Rocks" is composited of wood, copper, brass and aluminum
Category
Vintage 1980s Great Britain (UK) Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Copper
On the Rocks (Long Way Home)
By Stefanie Schneider
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
On the Rocks (Long Way Home), 1999
Edition 10/10, digital C-Print based on a Polaroid
Certificate
Category
1990s Pop Art Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
On the Rocks (Long Way Home)
By Stefanie Schneider
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
On the Rocks (Long Way Home), 1999
Edition 10/10, digital C-Print based on a Polaroid
Certificate
Category
1990s Pop Art Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
"On the Rocks No. 1, " Framed Abstract Painting
By Julia Contacessi
Located in Westport, CT
artist. Pairs beautifully with “On the Rocks No. 2.”
Connecticut-based artist Julia Contacessi earned a
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Paper
"Bettie on The Rocks", 1954, Gelatin Silver Print
By Bunny Yeager
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Bettie on The Rocks, 1954 by Bunny Yeager
Photographed in 1954
Printed in 2013
Gelatin Silver Print
Category
1950s Modern Black and White Photography
Materials
Black and White, Silver Gelatin
FLOS On The Rocks Halogen Wall Light by Antonio Citterio w/ Toan Nguyen
By Flos, Antonio Citterio, Toan Nguyen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
No wonder it’s so cool: Designed by the duo of Antonio Citterio and Toan Nguyen, On the Rocks was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Ferdinand Kruis: "A Mother and Her Daughter Sitting in the Sun on the Rocks"
Located in Kastrup, DK
Ferdinand Kruis (Austrian, 1869–1944) "A mother and her daughter sitting in the sun on the rocks
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Seagulls on the Rocks, Hans Versfelt, 21st Century Contemporary Painting
By Hans Versfelt
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
The outdoor air as a studio certainly applies to plein air artist Hans Versfelt. Every day he draws with painters' crates and canvases to somewhere to 'capture' something with oil p...
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Chanel Metallic Quilted Ice Cube On The Rocks Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare runway collection. Playful creation with its metallic crackled leather and ice cube embellishments. Truly a collector's piece! Still in very good condition overall.
Inclusion: ...
Category
2010s Shoulder Bags
Set of Five Equestrian Polo on The Rocks Glasses Barware Culver 22 Karat Gold
By Culver Ltd., Ralph Lauren
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Set of five Boca Raton Po Equestrian on the rocks glasses.Set of 5 Vintage cocktail glasses Cver
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware
Materials
Glass
Resting on the Rocks - Impressionist Oil, Figure in Seascape by Rousseau-Decelle
By René Rousseau-Decelle
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
woman in a pink hat resting on rocks overlooking the blue sea on a clear, bright summer's day. Signed
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
On the Rocks (Long Way Home), sold out Edition of 10, AP 1/2
By Stefanie Schneider
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
On the Rocks (Long Way Home), 1999, sold out Edition of 10, Artist Proof 1/2,
digital C-Print based
Category
1990s Pop Art Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
On the Rocks (Long Way Home), sold out Edition of 10, AP 1/2
By Stefanie Schneider
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
On the Rocks (Long Way Home), 1999, sold out Edition of 10, Artist Proof 1/2,
digital C-Print based
Category
1990s Pop Art Portrait Photography
Materials
Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
Helen Ainslie Wingate (1886-1954) - Early 20th Century Gouache, Waves and Rocks
Located in Corsham, GB
A coastal scene with waves crashing on the rocks as seagulls circle above the spray. Presented
Category
20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Gouache
Dolomites in Summer - Oil on Canvas Europe 1920
Located in Vo
, Veneto
midsummer days in the high mountains, the play of light and shadow on the rocks and the intense green of the
Category
Antique 1820s German Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Vintage Low Ball Barware
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Vintage set of 12 low ball on the rocks glassware. Excellent vintage condition. The glass measure
Category
Vintage 1950s Barware
Vintage Boho Plaster Rock Coffee Table After Sirmos
By Sirmos
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sirmos. Glass top rests on the rocks. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Late 20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Plaster
Lorraine Abrahams RSMA (1941-2023) - 2011 Oil, Sully Island
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming scene depicting a family and their dogs walking on the rocks of Sully Island in Wales
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Federal Style Pedestal, Marble, Giltwood, Eagle Motif, 1950s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Eagle's claws sitting on the rocks. A marble base matching the marble-top adds to this exquisite piece.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Regency Pedestals
Materials
Marble
P.J. Ballantine - 1986 Oil, Ocean Spray
Located in Corsham, GB
A dynamic coastal scene with waves crashing on the rocks as the sun sets on the horizon. Presented
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ancient Little Fisherman Burnished Metal with Travertine Base, End of 1800
Located in Roma, IT
.
Beautiful metal artwork representing the figure of a standing little fisherman on the rocks. The figure is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
J. J. Walsh - Framed 20th Century Oil, Cornish Waves
Located in Corsham, GB
A naive oil seascape showing a couple romantically watching the crashing waves on the rocks in
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Round Glass Cigar 420 Ashtray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
favourite spirit on the rocks, a few friends and the contents of superb conversation. This monumental
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Glass
Sir George Reid PPRSA (1841–1913) - 1955 Watercolour, On Ingleborough
Located in Corsham, GB
Yorkshire Dales. A large group of hikers in Victorian dress, rest on the rocks. This charming scene was
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor
John Deacons Triple Overlay Puffin Paperweight 2006
By John Deacons
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Features : Lampwork Puffin on the rocks on a muslin ground all with triple colour, whoute orange and black
Category
Early 2000s British Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Nude in the rocks
Located in PARIS, FR
Edouard Dumoulin
Nude in the rocks
Oil on canvas
131 x 66 cm (144 x 79 cm with frame)
No
Category
1930s Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fisherman on the Coast - 19th Century Oil, Figures in Boat at Sea by A L Gaussen
By Adolphe Louis Gaussen
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
summer's day with figures standing on the rocks. Signed lower right. This painting is not currently framed
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
On The Coast - Saint Maxime - 19th Century Oil, Boat at Sea Landscape by Gaussen
By Adolphe Louis Gaussen
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
A beautiful painting of waves crashing on the rocks off the coast of Saint Maxime by Adolphe Louis
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Acrylic on Canvas, The Scent of Rocks in the Rain, Abstract, contemporary
Located in Jönköping, SE
This painting is part of a series inspired by nature and a sense of space. I seek to understand what makes one space more appealing or catches one’s eye while others that are equall...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, Cotton Canvas, Acrylic
Original Vintage Poster Locarno Madonna Del Sasso Church Switzerland Travel Art
By Daniele Buzzi
Located in London, GB
rocks above the Ramogna river valley consisting of churches, chapels, the ascent and churchyard. Artwork
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Posters
Materials
Paper
Rocks on the Coast - Post Impressionist Landscape Oil by Wynford Dewhurst
By Wynford Dewhurst
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed oil on canvas seascape circa 1905 by British post impressionist painter Wynford Dewhurst. The brightly coloured piece depicts a view of red rock formations in the bright blue ...
Category
Early 1900s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"The Rocks on Canon Beach Ten Years Later I" by Meredith Pardue
Located in Austin, TX
"The Rocks on Canon Beach Ten Years Later I"
Original ink, oil, and charcoal on canvas by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings
Materials
Ink
"The Rocks on Canon Beach Ten Years Later II" by Meredith Pardue
Located in Austin, TX
"The Rocks on Canon Beach Ten Years Later II"
Original ink, oil, and charcoal on canvas by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings
Materials
Ink
Oil on panel France “Rocks from the balcony”, H. Brun-Marin, signed
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing work of art , “Rocks from the Balcony” presents itself as an exquisite window to the sea, a
Category
1950s French School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel
Tufted Velvet Milo Baughman Style Rosewood Case Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Culver City, CA
thing missing from this tableau is a scotch on the rocks!
The sofa would look incredible in any Mid
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Rosewood
"Summer Shore" oil painting of waves crashing on rocks in the ocean
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
The rhythm of the waves marks time, like the breath. Moment to moment, its intensity fluctuates like emotion. Thoughts linger and pass, like a veil of fog. At the shore I am reminded...
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century New England Folk Art Reverse Painted Seascape
Located in Nantucket, MA
, depicting a sloop in danger on the rocks, a dory coming to the rescue, figures watching on shore, and many
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Paintings
Materials
Glass
3 Small Rocks Covered by the Sun - colorful, abstract shapes, acrylic on canvas
By Aron Hill
Located in Bloomfield, ON
black rocks anchor the composition. Conceptually, Hill’s work finds company in the art of the famed
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Acrylic
6 Rocks in the open - dark, abstract shapes, acrylic and ink collage on canvas
By Aron Hill
Located in Bloomfield, ON
suspended over the landscape represented as six figurative shapes in jet black. Images of the sun and rocks
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Thread, Ink, Acrylic
Large Painted Porcelain Plaque in Giltwood Frame
Located in London, GB
riverbanks, others sit on a rope swing over the water or on the rocks in the background. The chiaroscuro
Category
20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Giltwood, Porcelain
Vintage Culver Old Fashioned Glass with 22-Karat Gold Valencia Design
By Culver Ltd.
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Culver Valencia pattern cocktail glass.
Midcentury Barware on the rocks, double old fashion, whisky. So
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Cobalt Blue Handblown Jazz Era ‘Harpo’ Tumbler Glasses, 1930s – Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
tumblers are beautifully sized for serving fresh juices or a simple whiskey on the rocks. The wide opening
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Barware
Materials
Blown Glass
Frederic Lord Leighton (After), The Last Watch Of Hero, Gravure
By Frederic Leighton
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Art Gallery along with a portrayal of Leander laying dead on the rocks.
Leighton was a master at
Category
19th Century English School Figurative Prints
Materials
Paper, Photogravure
Agamemnon, Greek Hero of the Trojan War, Fine and Early Bronze Clock
By Honoré Pons
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
rocks, sea washing around him with fist raised to lead the battle on to Trojan soil. The stern of his
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Mantel Clocks
Materials
Siena Marble, Bronze
Onward - The Norman Court by Montague Dawson
By Montague Dawson
Located in New Orleans, LA
to be wrecked on the rocks of Cymyran Bay, between the villages of Rhoscolyn and Rhosneigr in Wales
Category
Early 20th Century Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Photo- Realist Contemporary Seascape Painting by Marc Esteve
Water
s Edge
By Marc Esteve
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
water buzzes with its dormant strength, you can hear the waves thumping on the rocks and feel the sun
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Kiss of an angel. Figurative Aquatint Print, Monochromatic, Romantic, Polish Art
By Czeslaw Tumielewicz
Located in Warsaw, PL
rocks' and it comes from limited edition of 20, it is signed by the artist.
CZESLAW TUMIELEWICZ (b
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Paper, Aquatint
Waves and Rocks, California Coastal Landscape, 1920s Seascape Gouache Painting
By Charles Partridge Adams
Located in Denver, CO
Marine Painting with waves and rocks on the California Coast, seascape by Charles Partridge Adams
Category
1920s American Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Gouache
Vintage Highball Tumbler Drinking Glasses Amber Tortoise Shell Color Set of Four
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
modern shape, which is ideal for serving artisan cocktails, herbal iced tea, and liquors on the rocks
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Bohemian Barware
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Vintage Highball Footed Glasses Amber Tortoise Shell Color Set of 3
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
rocks.
Elegant barware, bar set of three footed drinking glasses.
Mouth-blown with exclusive tortoise
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Bohemian Barware
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Untitled 58
By James O
Shea
Located in Hudson, NY
looked more lonely than hungry as it floated in the bay. The sound of our feet on the rocks on the tracks
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Painting Theseus abandons Ariadne, early 18th century
Located in Milan, IT
, urged to embark by two soldiers; the princess lies on the right, abandoned on the rocks, undressed after
Category
18th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large 3.5-Foot Seascape Oil Painting on Canvas by Violet Parkhurst, Framed
By Violet Parkhurst
Located in Encino, CA
capturing waves breaking over rocks or a sandy beach draws you into her works, inviting you to experience
Category
1980s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
VIntage Barware, Tortoise Shell Bar Set of Four Tumbler Glasses with Pitcher
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
iced tea, and liquors on the rocks.
Elegant barware, bar set of four tumbler glasses with pitcher
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Barware
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
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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.
Questions About On The Rocks
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A platform rocking chair is a rocking chair constructed to have the rockers on a fixed platform rather than the floor. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary platform rocking chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024What 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.
- Where can I find scholar rocks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Gongshi, 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.
- How old is the rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The 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.
- What is a Windsor rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- What is a Boston rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rocking 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditionally, Victorian rocking horses are made of solid wood. Designed to withstand wear and tear over time, Victorian rocking horses are often crafted with a high-quality wood, such as solid oak. Browse a selection of vintage Victorian rocking horses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To 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, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify a Windsor rocking chair, enlist the help of a licensed furniture appraiser. Many convincing distressed reproductions exist due to their popularity and value. An experienced professional can accurately determine if yours is an authentic antique or a replica. Find a range of expertly vetted Windsor rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021The cost of a wooden rocking chair varies depending on the type of wood used, its finish and craftsmanship. Also, the period that the rocking chair belongs to will define the price of the chair. An antique rocking chair might cost between $500 and $1,500 while a contemporary rocking chair may cost somewhere between $150 and $400. Find a variety of antique, vintage, and contemporary wooden rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024No, Benjamin Franklin did not invent the rocking chair. This common misconception is linked to an erroneous statement made in the book The Rocking Chair: An American Institution, published in 1921. In actuality, rocking chairs were created by English farmers early in the 18th century. Early American examples date back to around 1830. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of rocking chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell the age of an old rocking chair, search under the seat, the legs and the bottom of the rockers for a maker's marking. By researching the maker and learning about how the characteristics of its pieces evolved over the years, you can often get a rough idea of how old your rocking chair is. If you are unable to find a mark, your piece could be a newer handcrafted item or an antique, in which case it would be helpful to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. An expert can also assist you if you run into any difficulty dating your piece. Explore a variety of rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
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