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Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Sam Maloof Style Tiger Maple Rocking Chair
Sam Maloof Style Tiger Maple Rocking Chair

Sam Maloof Style Tiger Maple Rocking Chair

$6,500

Sam Maloof Style Tiger Maple Rocking Chair

By Sam Maloof

Located in Cambridge, US

USA, ca. 2000s. A stunning and sculptural rocking chair after American woodworker and studio furniture maker Sam Maloof (1916-2009). Features incredible fiddleback maple construction...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Maple

Rocking Chair in the Style of Dirk Van Sliedrecht
Rocking Chair in the Style of Dirk Van Sliedrecht

Rocking Chair in the Style of Dirk Van Sliedrecht

$1,550

Rocking Chair in the Style of Dirk Van Sliedrecht

Located in Lisboa, PT

Rare rocking chair designed during the 1960's in the style of Dirk Van Sliedrecht. The structure is in tubular green metal, with white fiberglass in the seat and red bentwood in the ...

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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Franco Albini Bamboo Rocking Chair, Hand-Woven, Mid-Century Italy
Franco Albini Bamboo Rocking Chair, Hand-Woven, Mid-Century Italy

Franco Albini Bamboo Rocking Chair, Hand-Woven, Mid-Century Italy

$893Sale Price|35% Off

Franco Albini Bamboo Rocking Chair, Hand-Woven, Mid-Century Italy

By Franco Albini

Located in London, GB

Italian designer Franco Albini specialised in the charming and beautiful in design, his take on bamboo furniture design was innovative and filled with style as in this example of a 1...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by Paoli
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by Paoli

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by Paoli

$1,800

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by Paoli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century modern rocking chair with sculptural maple frame and geometric patterned upholstery. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Midcentury Design Rocking Chair by TON / Expo, 1958
Midcentury Design Rocking Chair by TON / Expo, 1958

Midcentury Design Rocking Chair by TON / Expo, 1958

$940

Midcentury Design Rocking Chair by TON / Expo, 1958

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1950s, Czechoslovakia - Maker: TON - Paper label (see the pictures) - very Good original condition jr.

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1950s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Danish Teak Rocking Chair Model 182 by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin, 1950s
Vintage Danish Teak Rocking Chair Model 182 by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin, 1950s

Vintage Danish Teak Rocking Chair Model 182 by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin, 1950s

$2,000 / item

Vintage Danish Teak Rocking Chair Model 182 by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin, 1950s

By Frank Reenskaug, Bramin Mobler

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

A beautifully sculptural vintage rocking chair by Frank Reenskaug for Bramin, made in Denmark and best known as model 182. This is one of those chairs that immediately feels recognis...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood, Teak

Restored Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Rocker Rocking Chair
Restored Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Rocker Rocking Chair

Restored Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Rocker Rocking Chair

$1,675

Restored Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Rocker Rocking Chair

By Frank Reenskaug

Located in West Chester, PA

Danish modern solid teak rocker attributed to Frank Reeenskaug. Frame restored with a fresh teak oil finish and new webbing. Seat and back cushions brand new custom made by our exper...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Ernest Race Rocking Chair, 1940s, England
Ernest Race Rocking Chair, 1940s, England

Ernest Race Rocking Chair, 1940s, England

$1,317Sale Price|20% Off

Ernest Race Rocking Chair, 1940s, England

By Ernest Race

Located in London, GB

Designed by Ernest Race in 1948. A very rare low volume original, it has become a highly recognised design classic. Constructed from bent steel rod, the chair is very comfortable. ...

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1940s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Mid Century Walnut and Leather Rocking Chair by Adrian Pearsall
1960s Mid Century Walnut and Leather Rocking Chair by Adrian Pearsall

1960s Mid Century Walnut and Leather Rocking Chair by Adrian Pearsall

$3,950

1960s Mid Century Walnut and Leather Rocking Chair by Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This exceptional mid-century rocking chair, designed by the legendary Adrian Pearsall, beautifully embodies his signature sculptural aesthetic and bold, organic lines. The solid waln...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Two Position Contour Walnut Rocking Chair and Ottoman
Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Two Position Contour Walnut Rocking Chair and Ottoman

Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Two Position Contour Walnut Rocking Chair and Ottoman

$18,347 / set

Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Two Position Contour Walnut Rocking Chair and Ottoman

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Two Position Contour Walnut Rocking Chair and Ottoman The chair measures: 31.25 wide x 43 deep x 37.25 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm heigh...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

A Mid Century Modern Rocking Chair, C. 1950.
A Mid Century Modern Rocking Chair, C. 1950.

A Mid Century Modern Rocking Chair, C. 1950.

$4,800

A Mid Century Modern Rocking Chair, C. 1950.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A finely crafted Mid-Century Modern rocking chair featuring sleek, sculptural lines and a harmonious balance of form and function. The chair showcases the era’s signature use of natu...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff
Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff

Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff

$1,200

Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

The Arthur Umanoff rocking chair is a timeless piece of furniture that combines elegant design with exceptional comfort. Designed by Arthur Umanoff, a prominent mid-century modern fu...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

Restored Moreddi Rocking Chair, Danish Teak & Black Leather, 1950s
Restored Moreddi Rocking Chair, Danish Teak & Black Leather, 1950s

Restored Moreddi Rocking Chair, Danish Teak & Black Leather, 1950s

$2,495 / item

Restored Moreddi Rocking Chair, Danish Teak & Black Leather, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, Ib Kofod-Larsen, Moreddi 1

Located in Chattanooga, TN

This listing is for ONE rocking chair. There are two available... select quantity at check out, or inquire if you wish to purchase both chairs. Our team restored this Danish solid t...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Bentwood Rocking Art Chair
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Bentwood Rocking Art Chair

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Bentwood Rocking Art Chair

$1,900Sale Price|42% Off

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Bentwood Rocking Art Chair

By Sam Maloof

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Sculptural rocking chair in the Sam Maloof style, circa 1970s Not marked or signed however you can tell it was created by a master carpenter. Made ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak

Mid-Century Model WK-S 7 Beech Rocking Chair by Arno Lambrecht, 1950s
Mid-Century Model WK-S 7 Beech Rocking Chair by Arno Lambrecht, 1950s

Mid-Century Model WK-S 7 Beech Rocking Chair by Arno Lambrecht, 1950s

$1,759

Mid-Century Model WK-S 7 Beech Rocking Chair by Arno Lambrecht, 1950s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid Century rocking chair of WK-Möbel according to a design by Arno Lambrecht from the 1950s. The frame is made entirely of full wood elements with partly complex connections. The b...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Danish Hand woven Frits Schlegel Wicker Rocking Chair by Fritz Hansen, 1940s
Danish Hand woven Frits Schlegel Wicker Rocking Chair by Fritz Hansen, 1940s

Danish Hand woven Frits Schlegel Wicker Rocking Chair by Fritz Hansen, 1940s

$2,080Sale Price|40% Off

Danish Hand woven Frits Schlegel Wicker Rocking Chair by Fritz Hansen, 1940s

By Frits Schlegel

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Frits Schlegel Wicker rocking chair in lacquered beech and with tight and intact paper weave in both seat and back. The chair was designed in the 1940s in Denmark and is produced ...

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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wicker, Papercord, Rattan, Beech

Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chairs, 1960's
Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chairs, 1960's

Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chairs, 1960's

$739

Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chairs, 1960's

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Czechoslovakia - made of rattan - good original condition.

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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Original Dondolo Rocking Chair Designed by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 70s
Vintage Original Dondolo Rocking Chair Designed by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 70s

Vintage Original Dondolo Rocking Chair Designed by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 70s

$5,636

Vintage Original Dondolo Rocking Chair Designed by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 70s

By Luigi Crassevig

Located in Lucija, SI

An iconic and sculptural “Dondolo” rocking chair designed by Luigi Crassevig and produced in Italy in the late 60s New cane This exceptional example embodies the refined craftsmanshi...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak, Bentwood

Herman Miller, 2 Shell Fiberglass RAR Rockers by Eames (Old Edition)
Herman Miller, 2 Shell Fiberglass RAR Rockers by Eames (Old Edition)

Herman Miller, 2 Shell Fiberglass RAR Rockers by Eames (Old Edition)

$5,177 / set

Herman Miller, 2 Shell Fiberglass RAR Rockers by Eames (Old Edition)

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Argelato, BO

An icon of Mid-Century design, this is an all-original example of the famous Eames Rocking (R) Armchair (A) on Rod (R) base. This extraordinary pair of rocking chairs, perhaps the m...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Patinated Cognac Leather Sgarsul Rocking Chair, Gae Aulenti for Poltronova
Patinated Cognac Leather Sgarsul Rocking Chair, Gae Aulenti for Poltronova

Patinated Cognac Leather Sgarsul Rocking Chair, Gae Aulenti for Poltronova

$2,950

Patinated Cognac Leather Sgarsul Rocking Chair, Gae Aulenti for Poltronova

By Gae Aulenti, Poltronova

Located in Almelo, NL

Patinated Cognac Leather Sgarsul Rocking Chair, Gae Aulenti for Poltronova, Italy 1962 Iconic Sgarsul rocking chair designed by Gae Aulenti and manufactured by Poltronova in Italy i...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood, Plywood

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair and Armchair
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair and Armchair

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair and Armchair

$2,100 / set

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair and Armchair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Lovely vintage modern wood frame chairs with sculpted arms, spindle backs and thick cushions. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).  

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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Iconic Midcentury Design Rocking Chair / Expo, 1970
Iconic Midcentury Design Rocking Chair / Expo, 1970

Iconic Midcentury Design Rocking Chair / Expo, 1970

$728

Iconic Midcentury Design Rocking Chair / Expo, 1970

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1970, Czechoslovakia - Maker: TON - Original condition.

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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Fabulous Lucite Rocking Chair by Charles Hollis Jones
Fabulous Lucite Rocking Chair by Charles Hollis Jones

Fabulous Lucite Rocking Chair by Charles Hollis Jones

$3,160Sale Price|20% Off

Fabulous Lucite Rocking Chair by Charles Hollis Jones

By Charles Hollis Jones, Hill Manufacturing

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous Lucite rocking chair designed by Charles Hollis Jones in the 1970s and made by Hill Manufacturing Corporation. The lounge chair has the original beige cotton upholstery in ...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Lucite

Stylish Pine Late 1930 Norwegian Rocking Chair
Stylish Pine Late 1930 Norwegian Rocking Chair

Stylish Pine Late 1930 Norwegian Rocking Chair

$1,702

Stylish Pine Late 1930 Norwegian Rocking Chair

Located in Weesp, NL

Norwegian late 1930 pine rocking chair by Aksel of Norway. This rare piece is in great vintage condition. It will be shipped overseas in a custom made wooden crate in order to avoid...

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1930s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Pine

Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Rocking Chair for Craft Associates Mid-Century Modern
Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Rocking Chair for Craft Associates Mid-Century Modern

Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Rocking Chair for Craft Associates Mid-Century Modern

$3,500

Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Rocking Chair for Craft Associates Mid-Century Modern

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Spectacular Adrian Pearsall walnut rocking chair for Craft Associates. This fabulous sculptural rocker is in great restored condition. The high end woven turquoise upholstery and foa...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite, Wood & Haitian Cotton Fabric Upholstery Hill MFG
Charles Hollis Jones Lucite, Wood & Haitian Cotton Fabric Upholstery Hill MFG

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite, Wood & Haitian Cotton Fabric Upholstery Hill MFG

$3,900

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite, Wood & Haitian Cotton Fabric Upholstery Hill MFG

By Hill Manufacturing, Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century Modern bent Lucite and wood rocking chair designed by Charles Hollis Jones in the 1970s and made by Hill Manufacturing Corporation. The Lounge Chair has the original beige Haitian Cotton...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Lucite, Cotton, Wood

1950s Italian Chiavari Rocking Chair with Original Woven Seat
1950s Italian Chiavari Rocking Chair with Original Woven Seat

1950s Italian Chiavari Rocking Chair with Original Woven Seat

$2,800

1950s Italian Chiavari Rocking Chair with Original Woven Seat

By Fratelli Podestà, Chiavari

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Rare 1950s all original condition Chiavari rocking chair by Fratelli Podestà All the wicker craftsman where located in the Liguria area and Gio Ponti 's Legera was based on the traditional chairs that where produced in Chiavari The Fine artisan woven seats are a true wonder of craftsmanship This chair has a beautiful aged patinated wood and its original wicker with just a few damages not compromising its strength A lovely original vintage example...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Beech

Unique Organic Italian Leather Lounge Chair by Comfortline
Unique Organic Italian Leather Lounge Chair by Comfortline

Unique Organic Italian Leather Lounge Chair by Comfortline

$8,500

Unique Organic Italian Leather Lounge Chair by Comfortline

By Comfort, Italy

Located in North Miami, FL

Expertly restored and reupholstered in fine leather (camel tone), this vintage 1960s unique and sculptural Italian chair by Comfortline, Italia rocks and sits adults comfortably. Ori...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather

Pair George Mulhauser for Plycraft “Sultana” Rocking Chairs, 1960
Pair George Mulhauser for Plycraft “Sultana” Rocking Chairs, 1960

Pair George Mulhauser for Plycraft “Sultana” Rocking Chairs, 1960

$8,000 / set

Pair George Mulhauser for Plycraft “Sultana” Rocking Chairs, 1960

By George Mulhauser, Plycraft

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair George Mulhauser for Plycraft “Sultana” Rocking Chairs, 1960’s. Exceptionally rare pair of rocking chair model from George Mulhauser's iconic "Sultana" line for Plycraft Furnitu...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Iconic Midcentury Design Rocking Chair / Expo, 1958
Iconic Midcentury Design Rocking Chair / Expo, 1958

Iconic Midcentury Design Rocking Chair / Expo, 1958

$695Sale Price|20% Off

Iconic Midcentury Design Rocking Chair / Expo, 1958

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1950s, Czechoslovakia - maker: TON - paper label - good original condition - also suitable for new upholstery, professionally cleaned - wooden parts refreshed.

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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Rocking Chair Made of Beech by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s
Rocking Chair Made of Beech by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s

Rocking Chair Made of Beech by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s

$872Sale Price|20% Off

Rocking Chair Made of Beech by Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Faversham, GB

A fabulous Ilmari Tapiovaara designed rocking chair for Asko. Made of beech with a blond seat and black lacquered frame, it is a classic piece of mid-century modern design. Finland...

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Rocking Chair in Hardwood & Leather, Liceu de Artes, 1960s

$15,000

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 e Ofícios is a strong example of Brazilian modern design from the 1960s. The chair is constructed with a solid rosewood frame and features a susp...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Mid Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Rocking Chair, 1960s
Mid Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Rocking Chair, 1960s

Mid Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Rocking Chair, 1960s

$2,500

Mid Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Rocking Chair, 1960s

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Philadelphia, PA

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for John Widdicomb rocking chair. Rare piece. Likely the only rocker ever designed by Gibbings. Total Dimensions in inches - 33" x 25 width x 31height Shi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Teak & Cane Rocking Chair, Scandinavian Design
Mid-Century Modern Teak & Cane Rocking Chair, Scandinavian Design

Mid-Century Modern Teak & Cane Rocking Chair, Scandinavian Design

$2,235

Mid-Century Modern Teak & Cane Rocking Chair, Scandinavian Design

Located in Argelato, BO

This mid-century rocking chair (late 1950s–early 1960s) is a classic example of Scandinavian design with warm, enveloping accents. Crafted from high-quality teak with deep grain and ...

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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Cane, Wood

A Pair of Rocking Chairs in Longhair Sheepskin, Europe 1960s
A Pair of Rocking Chairs in Longhair Sheepskin, Europe 1960s

A Pair of Rocking Chairs in Longhair Sheepskin, Europe 1960s

$14,500 / set

A Pair of Rocking Chairs in Longhair Sheepskin, Europe 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Modern furniture is characterised by its clean lines, gentle curves, and organic shapes. These rocking chairs portray a beautiful mix of characteristics that were popular during the ...

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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

' Relaxer 2 ' Rocking Chairs by Verner Panton
' Relaxer 2 ' Rocking Chairs by Verner Panton

' Relaxer 2 ' Rocking Chairs by Verner Panton

$4,589

' Relaxer 2 ' Rocking Chairs by Verner Panton

By Verner Panton, Rosenthal

Located in Brussels, BE

Verner Panton's Relaxe 2 is one of his innovative piece of furniture that embodies mid-century modern design with a playful twist. His width of 100 cm makes the Relaxer 2 even more c...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Angel Pazmino Leather and Wood Adrian Pearsall Style Rocking Chair
Angel Pazmino Leather and Wood Adrian Pearsall Style Rocking Chair

Angel Pazmino Leather and Wood Adrian Pearsall Style Rocking Chair

$3,500

Angel Pazmino Leather and Wood Adrian Pearsall Style Rocking Chair

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage rocker by Angel Pazmino. Untouched . In original finish with tooled leather backrest and seat. Fully signed. In the style of Adrian Pearsall. C...

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Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Hans Wegner Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Rocking Chair Rocker Model J16
Hans Wegner Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Rocking Chair Rocker Model J16

Hans Wegner Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Rocking Chair Rocker Model J16

$1,550

Hans Wegner Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Rocking Chair Rocker Model J16

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Atlanta, GA

Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Model J16 Rocker, designed by Hans Wegner for FDB Mobler, Denmark, circa 1980s. Retains original canvas and leather cushions. Originally designed ...

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1980s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Cord, Beech

A pair of Swedish midcentury modern rocking chairs by Lena Larsson, 1960's
A pair of Swedish midcentury modern rocking chairs by Lena Larsson, 1960's

A pair of Swedish midcentury modern rocking chairs by Lena Larsson, 1960's

$2,176 / set

A pair of Swedish midcentury modern rocking chairs by Lena Larsson, 1960's

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A pair of rocking chairs, designed by Lena Larsson for the Swedish Nesto manufacture during the 1960s. The rocking chairs are made of beech wood. The high backrest seamlessly transfo...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Swedish Pine Rocking Chair by Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, 1970s
Swedish Pine Rocking Chair by Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, 1970s

Swedish Pine Rocking Chair by Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, 1970s

$3,188

Swedish Pine Rocking Chair by Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö, 1970s

Located in Hammarö, SE

Swedish designer Uno Kristiansson, together with his brother Östen Kristiansson, was a central figure behind the company Luxus in Vittsjö, one of the most influential Scandinavian de...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Bouclé, Pine

Model 66 Rocking Chair by M. Nissen for Pastoe
Model 66 Rocking Chair by M. Nissen for Pastoe

Model 66 Rocking Chair by M. Nissen for Pastoe

$2,800

Model 66 Rocking Chair by M. Nissen for Pastoe

By Pastoe, Nissen, Finn Juhl, M. Nissen I.S – Horsens 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage mid-century Dutch rocking chair designed by M. Nissen for Pastoe Furniture. Heavily inspired by Finn Juhl's iconic "Spade" chair, it features great midcentury lines with curv...

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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Studio Made Lounge Rocking Chair in Exotic Wood
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Studio Made Lounge Rocking Chair in Exotic Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Studio Made Lounge Rocking Chair in Exotic Wood

$5,600

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Studio Made Lounge Rocking Chair in Exotic Wood

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This studio made rocking chair is a stunning work of art. It features laminated exotic hardwood construction in a breathtaking sculptural form. In well cared for condition.

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Rocking Chair by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1960s
Mid-Century Rocking Chair by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1960s

Mid-Century Rocking Chair by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1960s

$1,759

Mid-Century Rocking Chair by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, 1960s

By FDB Møbler

Located in Hamburg, DE

Filigree rocking chair by the Danish manufacturer FDB Møbler after a design by Børge Mogensen from the 1960s. The filigree frame is designed in walnut. The backrest is contoured and...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Lucite Rocking Chair By Charles Hollis Jones
Vintage Lucite Rocking Chair By Charles Hollis Jones

Vintage Lucite Rocking Chair By Charles Hollis Jones

$2,000

Vintage Lucite Rocking Chair By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A rare and iconic rocking chair from the 1970s, this piece hails from Charles Hollis Jones—an acclaimed pioneer in Lucite and acrylic design. Its sculptural transparent frame and gra...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Lucite

Guido Faleschini Golden Metal and Gray Velvet Arm Chair / Rocking Chair, 1970
Guido Faleschini Golden Metal and Gray Velvet Arm Chair / Rocking Chair, 1970

Guido Faleschini Golden Metal and Gray Velvet Arm Chair / Rocking Chair, 1970

$1,878Sale Price|20% Off

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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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

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