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Modern Rocking Chairs

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Shepherd s Rocking Chair
Located in Vancouver, BC
Hinterland's reimagined Shepherd's Chair is the culmination of years of design and prototyping. Inspired by the close relationship between a traditional herders tools, animals and th...
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2010s Canadian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Sheepskin, Upholstery, Wood, Ash

Bamboo and rattan rocking chair
Located in Lugo, IT
Bamboo and rattan rocking chair. This chair is featured in the movie A Man on the Run 2018 Good condition. Thanks
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Customizable ClassiCon Euvira Rocking Chair by Jader Almeida
Located in New York, NY
The Euvira rocking chair by Jader Almeida is a masterful blend of yesterday and today, lightness and solidity. With its precisely orchestrated flowing li...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Gervasoni Gray 09 Rocking Chair in Walnut Berlin Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rocking chair in wood, Gray 09 is characterised by a high backrest with visible slats on which a soft loose cushion rests. The structure, with a large and welcoming seat, is made of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Cierre Monet Leather Rocking Chair Footstool
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Monet Leather Rocking Chair & Footstool by Cierre, a beautiful addition to any luxury living space. Crafted with high quality leather, this chair exudes sophisticatio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Hand-Crafted Canadian Maple Ergonomic "Joya" Rocker, Sustainably-made
Located in Miami, FL
Hand-Crafted Canadian Maple Ergonomic Joya Rocker, Sustainably-made Offered for sale is a vintage Joya Rocker with a maple rocker base. With its gentle rock and tall supportive bac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Foam, Maple

Outdoor Rocking Chair, Hand-Woven Wicker, Modern Design, Asia, 2021
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Not many furniture pieces can create a sense of total relaxation and stress release the way this rocking chairs do. The combined use of two different colors and the open weave techni...
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2010s Asian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Aluminum

Contemporary Clay Low Rocking Chair by Maarten Baas
Located in Warsaw, PL
These vibrant Rocking chairs are from Maarten Baas’s iconic ‘Clay’ collection launched in 2006. The idiosyncratic childishness of this collection is created through Baas’s individual...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Gervasoni Inout 709 Rocking Chair in Berlin 03 Upholstery with Oiled Iroko Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rocking chair in wood, INOUT 709 is characterised by a high backrest with visible slats: it is made of oiled Iroko, particularly durable wood because it is naturally resistant to wat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery

Trinity, Outdoor Aluminum Rocking Chair with Gold Finish, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.5) Shiny and bright outdoor rocking chair, ready to be sun kissed. A luxurious and timele...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Aluminum

Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in Black with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Smatrik is available transparent in white with painted or chrome-plated steel legs, and in stainless steel with oak-stained wood finish. Dimensions: Height: 30.33 in.; Width: 24 i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Plastic

Set 2Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in Black with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Smatrik is available transparent in white with painted or chrome-plated steel legs, and in stainless steel with oak-stained wood finish. Dimensions: Height: 30.33 in.; Width: 24 i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Plastic

1970s Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen Søn CH45 Rocking Chair in Beech
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a scarce model CH45 Rocking Chair, designed by Hans Wegner in 1965, and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn. This example was manufactured in Denmark circa mid-1970s. Its form ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Beech

Giovannetti, Gongolo, NEW Rocking armchair, red fantasy, modern style
Located in Casalguidi, IT
The warm sensation of being rocked in the cosiest armchair. A homey object linked to an ancient tradition. Wooden frame Springing with reinforced elastic belts High density and sh...
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1990s Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric

Rocking Chair in Laser-Cut Blackened Steel and Black Oak Slats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iced tea in hand, Sam Cooke on the hifi, the rocker tall is deeply rooted in Southern American porch culture. While its heritage might be southern, this cont...
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2010s American Modern Rocking Chairs

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Cut Steel

Set 2Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in White with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Smatrik is available transparent in white with painted or chrome-plated steel legs, and in stainless steel with oak-stained wood finish. Dimensions: Height 30.33 in.; Width 24 in....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Plastic

Gervasoni Gray 09 Rocking Chair in Grey Oak with Fog Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rocking chair in wood, Gray 09 is characterised by a high backrest with visible slats on which a soft loose cushion rests. The structure, with a large and welcoming seat, is made of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Oak

Rocking Chair in Laser-Cut Blackened Steel and Oiled Oak Slats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iced tea in hand, Sam Cooke on the hifi, the rocker tall is deeply rooted in Southern American porch culture. While its heritage might be southern, th...
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2010s American Modern Rocking Chairs

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Cut Steel

Gervasoni Brick Rocking Chair in Lisboa 05 Upholstery with Natural Walnut Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rocking chair in solid natural Canaletto walnut, bleached oak or oak lacquered in white, grey, black, ocean or dove-grey, Brick 307 has the seat and backrest softened by a single cus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery

"Q-bo - Rockin Chair" by Luis Ricaurte, Edition of 20 Numbered Pieces
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
"Q-bo - Rockin Chair" designed under the geometric concept of a cube, exclusive edition of 20/20 pieces, in the Graphic Research Laboratory (LIG), CDMX. M...
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2010s Mexican Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Set 2Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in White with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Smatrik is available transparent in white with painted or chrome-plated steel legs, and in stainless steel with oak-stained wood finish. Dimensions: Height 30.33 in.; Width 24 in....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Plastic

Yves Boucard Pair of Large Carved Wood Spring Painted Rocking Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
YVES BOUCARD (b. 1953) Pair of large "Spring" chairs, Switzerland, 2008 Carved and polychromed solid wood Measures: 42" x 2...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

De Sede DS 515 Rocking Char in Grey Upholstery by Greutmann Bolzern
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stylish companion for anywhere, anytime. With DS-515, a filigree, runner-shaped base frame made of steel carries the inviting seat area. With DS-515, a thin wire construction serves as a shaping frame over which a padded leather cover is drawn. The folded and tucked leather defines the delicate design, masterful leather seams and sophisticated detailing. A textile insert in the back gives the chair a distinctive note, and the overall craftsmanship of the composition makes it a stylish companion at the dining table, in the home office or in the conference room. With a special cover, it is also perfect for semi-outdoor use. Carmen and Urs Greutmann run their own design studio in Zurich, where they design spaces and furniture characterized by special clarity in form and materiality. This series of different sculptures all belonging to a family features the play of exact, different linings with little lightness. The results are universally usable seating...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery

Gervasoni Brick Rocking Chair in Sage Upholstery Natural Lacquered Walnut Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rocking chair in solid natural Canaletto walnut, bleached oak or oak lacquered in white, grey, black, ocean or dove-grey, Brick 307 has the seat and backrest softened by a single cus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery

Pair of Vladimir Kagan "Rock Star" His and Her Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Pasadena, TX
Kagen rocker chairs and ottoman By Vladimir Kagan for American Leather 1997 Pair "Rock Star" his and her rockers in rich red leather. Rounded forms in compact rocking chairs with...
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Late 20th Century North American Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather

Gervasoni Inout Rocking Chair in Gray Elastic Belts with Grey Aluminium Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The visible essential and minimal structure identifies the Inout 809 rocking chair that develops around a light structure in white, grey or sage painted tubular aluminium, an ecologi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rubber

Studio Oak and Stainless Steel Rocking Chair by Leon Mayer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An amazing 1980s studio rocking chair by Leon Mayer. The chair is hand signed by Leon Mayer dated 1980 and numbered 169. The rocking chair is constructed of...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Rocking Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Bamboo rattan baby rocking chair
Located in Lugo, IT
Bamboo rattan baby rocking chair. Good condition. Thank you
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1860s Italian Antique Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

“Sternum” Rocker Designed by David Ebner
Located in Norwood, NJ
The “Sternum” rocker from David Ebner’s “Wishbone” series. Oak and cane. The entire form uses bent lamination technique. “David Ebner played a pivotal role in the development of studio furniture during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Ebner, who studied under Wendell Castle at the School for American Craftsmen at the Rochester Institute of Technology in New York, is known for his elegant, pared down works that blur the line between furniture and sculpture. Through his groundbreaking efforts, Ebner has helped redefine studio craft furniture...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Rocking Chairs

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Cane, Wood, Oak

Swing Rocking Chair in Teak, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic Upholstery Moonlight
Located in Viby J, DK
The Classic swing rocking chair was designed in 1956 by the architect Hans Olsen, who conducted extensive experiments in his quest to come up with original furniture designs. The cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Iconic Eero Aarnio Red Tomato Chair
Located in New York, NY
Eero has always been drawn to the circular form and is perhaps best known for his designs ‘without edges’. The Tomato chair combines three circles on a ba...
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2010s Finnish Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

"Gunga" Outdoor Hanging Swing Chair, Aluminium, Naval Rope Handmade
Located in Centro, RS
The Gunga swing can be used in both indoor and outdoor areas. Inspired by one of the most beautiful postcards in Brazil, Gunga beach in Alagoas. The swing represents Brazilianness t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Aluminum

Formica Rocker by Owl
Located in Geneve, CH
Formica rocker by Owl Dimensions: H 85 x W 60 x D 80 cm Seat H: 45 cm Materials: Solid wood, colourful formica Formica is a series in which material defi...
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2010s Spanish Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Formica, Wood

De Sede DS 515 Rocking Char in Grey Upholstery by Greutmann Bolzern
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stylish companion for anywhere, anytime. With DS-515, a filigree, runner-shaped base frame made of steel carries the inviting seat area. With DS-515, a thin wire construction serves as a shaping frame over which a padded leather cover is drawn. The folded and tucked leather defines the delicate design, masterful leather seams and sophisticated detailing. A textile insert in the back gives the chair a distinctive note, and the overall craftsmanship of the composition makes it a stylish companion at the dining table, in the home office or in the conference room. With a special cover, it is also perfect for semi-outdoor use. Carmen and Urs Greutmann run their own design studio in Zurich, where they design spaces and furniture characterized by special clarity in form and materiality. This series of different sculptures all belonging to a family features the play of exact, different linings with little lightness. The results are universally usable seating...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Giovannetti, Modern Relaxing Rocking Armchair by S. Gil, White "Gabbiano"
Located in Casalguidi, IT
"The mix of its materials, combined with the sensuality and charm of its movements, gives Gabbiano the fascination of a very pleasant relaxing island. The cylinders on the back of t...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Velvet

Set 2 Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in Plum with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Smatrik is available transparent in white with painted or chrome-plated steel legs, and in stainless steel with oak-stained wood finish. Dimensions: Height 30.33 in.; Width 24 in....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Plastic

Set of 2Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in Crystal Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Smatrik is available transparent in white with painted or chrome-plated steel legs, and in stainless steel with oak-stained wood finish. Dimensions: Height 30.33 in.; Width 24 in....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Plastic

Rocking Chair "Rocker #2" White Lacquered Iron and Beije Leather
Located in Roma, IT
With this Rocker, Lanzavecchia and Wai demonstrate how children’s play, through a sophisticated design process, can be transformed into refined grown-up objects with meaning and intent. It combines skillful craftsmanship with serial production and highlight the heart of the interest that animates the work of the two designers. This 2 seats Rocking chair...
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2010s Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Metal, Iron

Momento Solid Wood Armchair, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
This seat is the result of the combination of fine Italian design and superior craftsmanship. Made in Italy with passion by expert hands, the structure it’s in premium solid walnut, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Walnut

Swing Rocking Chair in Oak, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic Upholstery Cognac Nev
Located in Viby J, DK
The Classic swing rocking chair was designed in 1956 by the architect Hans Olsen, who conducted extensive experiments in his quest to come up with original furniture designs. The cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Swing Rocking Chair in Teak, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic Cognac Upholstery Ne
Located in Viby J, DK
The Classic swing rocking chair was designed in 1956 by the architect Hans Olsen, who conducted extensive experiments in his quest to come up with original furniture designs. The cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Rock-a-bye Baby Chair, 1 of 1 by Nawaaz Saldulker
Located in Geneve, CH
Rock-A-Bye baby chair, 1 of 1 by Nawaaz Saldulker Edition 1/1, 2021 Materials: Recycled plastic Dimensions: 75 x 39 x H 60 cm.
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2010s South African Modern Rocking Chairs

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Plastic

Brown Harry Rocking Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Brown Harry rocking chair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Microfiber, Urethane foam, stainless steel, plywood. Also available in other colors. Dimensions: 28cm x 67cm x H 55cm ...
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2010s Philippine Modern Rocking Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Gandia Blasco Textile Rocking Chair in Steel by Ana Llobet
Located in New York, NY
“Textile is a collection of outdoor furniture inspired by the concepts and techniques used with textiles. A braided rope system knotted to polyethylene boards mimics garment seams to create a flexible element that fits people like a piece of clothing.”– Ana Llobet (Designer) –. The Textile rocking chair is one of the pieces in the collection. A designer rocking chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Rocking Chairs

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Steel

Swing Rocking Chair in Oak, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic Upholstery Nature Veg
Located in Viby J, DK
The Classic swing rocking chair was designed in 1956 by the architect Hans Olsen, who conducted extensive experiments in his quest to come up with original furniture designs. The cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Swing Rocking Chair in Teak, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic Upholstery Carmel Si
Located in Viby J, DK
The Classic swing rocking chair was designed in 1956 by the architect Hans Olsen, who conducted extensive experiments in his quest to come up with original furniture designs. The cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Swing Rocking Chair in Oak, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic Light syrup Upholster
Located in Viby J, DK
The Classic swing rocking chair was designed in 1956 by the architect Hans Olsen, who conducted extensive experiments in his quest to come up with original furniture designs. The cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Swing Rocking Chair in Oak, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic Upholstery Drake She
Located in Viby J, DK
The Classic swing rocking chair was designed in 1956 by the architect Hans Olsen, who conducted extensive experiments in his quest to come up with original furniture designs. The cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Swing Rocking Chair in Oak, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic Upholstery Camel Silk
Located in Viby J, DK
The Classic swing rocking chair was designed in 1956 by the architect Hans Olsen, who conducted extensive experiments in his quest to come up with original furniture designs. The cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Momento Solid Wood Armchair, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
This seat is the result of the combination of fine Italian design and superior craftsmanship. Made in Italy with passion by expert hands, the structure it’s in premium solid walnut,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Walnut

MONARCH Wooden Rocking Armchair with Decorated Back and Covered with White Lamb
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
Our Monarch chair is an exquisite creation designed by Archer Humphryes Architects that transcends the conventional rocking chair design. This handcrafte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood, Lambskin, Oak

Moss Green Harry Rocking Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Moss green harry rocking chair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: microfiber, urethane foam, stainless steel, plywood. Also available in other colors. Dimensions: 28 cm x 67 cm x H ...
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2010s Philippine Modern Rocking Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Swing Rocking Chair in Oak, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic Granite Upholstery Re
Located in Viby J, DK
The Classic swing rocking chair was designed in 1956 by the architect Hans Olsen, who conducted extensive experiments in his quest to come up with original furniture designs. The cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

exclusive original Designer Chair light blue leather Poltrona Frau Don Do
Located in Berlin, DE
The Don’do rocking chair and the first rocking chair by Poltrona Frau is the contemporary reinterpretation of a Classic for leisure. It was designed by Jean-Marie Massaud and combines a clear and secure character with great attention to comfort. Don’do is a new testament to the high level of craftsmanship applied to contemporary design, a perfect balance between lines, bends and thicknesses achieved through skilled artisanal techniques. The structure and armrests of the Don’do rocking chair are made of cast rigid polyurethane, which is reinforced with a metal insert. The feet are made of valuable, steam-bent solid oak with an antique walnut look. Cover made of Pelle Frau® leather. A special longitudinal seam decorates the entire covered surface of the structure. The height of the headrest cushion can be adjusted with a perforated belt...
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20th Century Italian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather

Modern rocking chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern rocking chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, 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, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern rocking chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original rocking chairs, popular names associated with this style include Hans Olsen, Eero Aarnio, iota, and De Sede. 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 $596 and tops out at $65,835 while the average work can sell for $4,250.

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