Steneby Hemslöjdsförening Attribution, Rocking Chair, Pine, Sweden, 1930s

A pine rocking chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.0"H x 22.25"W x 36.8"D Seat Height (inches): 14.0" All upholstered furniture can be...

A birch and brown floral-printed fabric rocking lounge chair produced by Väsby möbel- & inredningsfabrik AB, Sweden, 1940s. Design attributed to Gustaf Axel Berg. Overall Dimensions...

While they play a prominent role in both architecture and pop culture, rocking chairs solidified their place in Scandinavian design history as well. As this Swedish model proves, functionality can manifest in many forms, but it is always accompanied by both great material and aesthetic quality in Swedish design. Taking influence from the golden age of modernism in Sweden and the 1930s’ cabin furniture, this rocking chair was made in the famous “sportstugemöbel” style, originally intended for Swedish summer houses. Solid pine was the preferred material in this specific style and some of the most prominent Swedish designers created models for these summer residencies, including Axel Einar Hjorth and Carl Malmsten. Functionality and longevity were the guiding principles for the style, and accordingly, for this rocking chair as well. The pine structure is very polished and firm, assembled with an expert joinery technique. The seat is ergonomically carved, and the edges are gently rounded for maximum comfort. Åby furniture...

Rare rocking chair designed by Göran Malmvall in the 1930s made in Sweden by Svensk Hemslöjd. Made in solid Scandinavian pinewood with a beautiful patina. The chair is in good condit...