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American Rattan Rocking Chairs

Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff FWashington Woodcraft Walnut Rattan Rocker!
By Arthur Umanoff, Washington Woodcraft
Located in Stafford, TX
Beautiful rocker in great condition as seen. Message with questions.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Restored Mid-century Triple Strand Rattan Springer Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Mid-century triple-strand bent arm springer rattan rocking chair. This rocking chair features a mahogany wood base with a spring-loaded base allowing for a back-and-forth ro...
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Vintage 1950s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Steve Rieman, Rocking Chaise Longue, Teak, Rattan, USA, 1976
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and rattan rocking low chair or chaise longue designed and produced by Steve Rieman, USA, c. 1976 Seat height 5”.
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Vintage 1970s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Teak

Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Ottoman
By Herb Ritts, Ritts Tropitan
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with matching ottoman. This chair features steam bent rattan frame with Art Moderne styled pink flamingo covered cushions, circa ...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Restored Rare Snake Arm Rattan Rocking Child Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Paul Frankl inspired one-strand snake arm childrens size rattan rocking chair with stick rattan seat. Professionally restored to original specifications. All rattan, bamboo...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

1930s Rustic Organic Double Weave Rattan Sculptural Oak Rocking Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare rattan rocking chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is stat...
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Vintage 1930s American Rustic Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

1800s Antique Heywood Wakefield Large Wicker Rocking Arm Chair with Springs Seat
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Germantown, MD
1870s Heywood Wakefield Victorian Wicker rocking arm chair. Ultra comfortable and in very good condition. Seat cushion upholstery in great shape, very firm and very firm. Cushion uph...
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Restored Albini Style Child's Stick Reed Reed Rattan Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare Child size oversized Franco Albini-style two-strand round arm stick rattan rocking chair featuring large loops forming both the armrest and the rocker's rails. 1960, Italy We ...
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Vintage 1960s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

19Thc Original Apple Green Ladder Back Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Original apple green ladder back rocking chair with a hand woven rush seat in a salmon paint. This early New England rocking chair is in amazing condition and very sturdy. The ...
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Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

18Thc New England Rocking Chair W/ Original Rush Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18Thc Spindle back early & worn New England rocking chair has such wonderful patina.This rocking chair was found in a estate from Maine and is in nice sturdy condition.
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Antique Late 18th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Vintage Ficks Reed Circular Rattan Rocking Chair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Stamford, CT
1970s vintage Ficks Reed yellow rattan or faux bamboo rocking chair with original yellow finish and fabric. Remarkably good condition. Cushion has stiffened with age.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Rattan

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Midcentury Rattan Hanging Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
•Weathered bamboo and rattan •Can be used indoors or outdoors •Some signs of wear and patina, consistent with age and use •Professional installation recommended •Does not include...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Midcentury Rattan Hanging Chair
Midcentury Rattan Hanging Chair
H 47 in W 26.25 in D 23 in
Rocking Chair in Walnut, Arthur Umanoff, Washington Woodcraft, USA, c. 1960's
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a splendid Mid-Century Modern rocker designed by the incomparable Arthur Umanoff for Washington Woodcraft in the 1960s. Crafted from solid American black walnut and featu...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Early 20th Century Heywood-Wakefield Rocking Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Early 20th century Heywood-Wakefield rocking chair. Close woven wicker in very fine repainted condition with custom toile cushion (used condition). Diamond reed design in the back. W...
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

N0.21 Rocking Chair by Michael Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Princeton Junction, NJ
Excellent condition. Rattan has a few undyed spots as shown in photos.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

N0.21 Rocking Chair by Michael Thonet
N0.21 Rocking Chair by Michael Thonet
H 44.1 in W 20.48 in D 39.77 in
Restored Stick Pencil Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair by Emerson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Art Deco era four Double Arch arm rattan rocking chair by Emerson with custom made cushions made after purchase. This chair features a steam-bent rattan frame and a large form...
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Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Stick Reed Rattan Double Strand Spring Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A double-strand arm spring-loaded rattan rocking chair with cushioned back and a rattan stick sided oak base. Height: 35" Width: 28" Length: 29" Seat Height: 16" We only purcha...
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Vintage 1980s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Franco Albini Style Stick Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Franco Albini style four Double Arch arm "Day Dreaming" rattan rocking chair with custom-made cushions made after purchase. This chair features a steam-bent rattan frame and a...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Ritts Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with white cushions. This chair features a steam bent rattan frame. This rare pretzel rocking chair was made in the late 1940s...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Restored Childs Stick Rattan Rocking Chair in the Style of Franco Albini
By Franco Albini
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare Child size oversized Franco Albini-style two-strand round arm stick rattan rocking chair. We only purchase and sell only the best and finest rattan furniture made by the best a...
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Vintage 1950s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Ritts Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with white cushions. This chair features a steam bent rattan frame. This rare pretzel rocking chair was made in the late 1940s...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Old Hickory Rattan Adirondack Rocking Arm Chair Rustic Farmhouse Lodge #25
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique circa 1930s #25 rocking chair by Old Hickory Furniture Company of Martinsville, Indiana. Features a primitive Adirondack style with flared arms and rattan seat. History ...
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Vintage 1930s American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Hickory

Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair with Scrolled Arms
By Franco Albini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage rattan beauty from the 1970s. This rocker features stained rattan frame with neutral colored upholstery. A super comfy chair.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Henry Link Rattan Rocker Chair Magazine with China Seas Cushion
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Henry link rattan rocker chair with new China sea cushion.
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20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Rattan Swivel Rocking Lounge Chair with Ottomans
By John McGuire, Ficks Reed
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of swivel and rocking rattan lounge chair with two ottomans. The cushions need to be reupholstered but the rattan is in great shape.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Rattan

Heywood Wakefield Rocking Chairs
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Pasadena, CA
This charming rocking chair is attributed to Heywood Wakefield and dates to the late 19th-early 20th century. The chairs retains all of its original elements and would benefit from a...
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Antique 1890s American Aesthetic Movement Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Heywood Wakefield Rocking Chairs
Heywood Wakefield Rocking Chairs
H 35 in W 19 in D 29 in
Restored Franco Albini Style "Day Dreaming" Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Franco Albini style four double arch arm "Day Dreaming" rattan rocking chair with custom made cushions made after purchase. This chair features a steam bent rattan frame and l...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Child Size Rattan Rocking Chair with Wicker Woven Seat, Circa 1950
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare child size Paul Frankl inspired single-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with woven wicker seat, circa 1950. This item can ship via UPS. Please let us know if you'd like...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Cramer Art Deco Stick Reed Rattan Wicker Rocking Chair, 1930s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A very rare Art Deco stick reed rattan rocking chair with over stuffed cushions. There is a metal manufacturer's tag "Cramer MFG Co 253 So Fifth St Philadelphia PA". This i...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Antique Wicker Rocker
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Beautiful Victorian Wicker Rocker in fresh white paint. Rocker measures 26" wide, 32"deep (including rockers), 40"tall, 16" seat height.
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Antique 1890s American Rocking Chairs

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Metal

Antique Wicker Rocker
Antique Wicker Rocker
H 40 in W 26 in D 32 in
1970s Rattan and Iron Hanging Chair
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful original 1970s rattan and iron hanging chair. The chair is in original condition. The iron is painted in a cream color paint and it has some wear.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

1970s Rattan and Iron Hanging Chair
1970s Rattan and Iron Hanging Chair
H 71 in W 36 in D 26.5 in
Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Faux Snakeskin Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Paul Frankl inspired three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with Faux Snakeskin cushions. This chair features a steam bent rattan frame. Two available, circa 1940. Ch...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Calif Asia Rattan Rocker
By Calif-Asia
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Calif Asia rattan rocker. Excellent original condition.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Calif Asia Rattan Rocker
Calif Asia Rattan Rocker
H 31 in W 29 in D 27 in
Vintage Rattan Chaise Lounge Rocking Chair, circa 1930s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautifully designed vintage bamboo chaise lounge rocking chair with attached wheels for easy moving and a thickly padded, extremely comfortable, pillowed cotton duck cushion. Beauti...
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Vintage 1930s American Chaise Longues

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Cotton, Upholstery

Old Hickory Rustic Rocking Armchair
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Queens, NY
Attributed to the esteemed Old Hickory Furniture Company, this rocking armchair features a hoop back and a rattan splat back and seat. The piece is branded "Rustic Hickory Furniture ...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Hickory, Rattan

Old Hickory Rustic Rocking Armchair
Old Hickory Rustic Rocking Armchair
H 34 in W 25.5 in D 32 in
Artful Childs Rocker
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An artful and delightful hand crafted childs rocking chair. Intricately constructed of woven rattan/reed and twig in graphic twisting and turning patterns. Of Adirondack origin. A t...
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Vintage 1930s American Outsider and Self Taught Art

Materials

Rattan, Reed, Twig, Wood

Artful Childs Rocker
Artful Childs Rocker
H 23.5 in W 15 in D 21 in
Art Deco Split Reed Wicker Rocking Chair
Located in St. Louis, MO
Beautiful 1920's Art Deco split reed Rocking Chair. We have matching lounge chair and sofa also available on 1stdibs.
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Early 20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Cane

19thc Original Old Natural Surface Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC OLD SURFACE ROCKING CHAIR FROM THE MID WEST.FANTASTIC ORIGINAL OLD WOVEN SEAT AND BACK .THE DESIGN IN THE RATAN IS A DIAMOND PATTERN.THE ROCKING CHAIR IS VERY COMFORTABLE AND I...
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Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Maple, Rattan

Pair of Rattan Swivel Rocking Lounge Chairs
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of Rattan Bent Wood Swivel Rocking Lounge Chairs, excellent for sun room or beach house, arm height 23.5
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20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Round Stick Wicker Chair and Rocking Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of split reed or stick wicker rattan round back chairs, one arm and one is a rocking chair. Newly refinished.

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Vintage 1930s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Thonet Bentwood Rocking chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In the style of Thonet Rocking Chair in excellent condition
Category

20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rattan

Thonet Bentwood Rocking chair
Thonet Bentwood Rocking chair
H 30.5 in W 20.5 in D 17.5 in
Vintage Rattan Hanging Egg Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This iconic hanging rattan egg chair is ideal for relaxing or reading and can easiliy accomodate a throw pillow or soft seat cushion. The seat is tilted slightly upward so that you s...
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Vintage 1970s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Rattan Hanging Egg Chair
Vintage Rattan Hanging Egg Chair
H 47 in W 22 in D 30 in
c.1920 American Hickory, Oak & Rattan Rocking Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Aesthetically appealing, this large scale American hickory, oak and rattan rocking chair with unique ball finials is also very comfortable. This chair is in amazing condition, with a...
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Early 20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Hickory, Oak, Rattan

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American Rattan Rocking Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of american rattan rocking chairs available for sale. American rattan rocking chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. American rattan rocking chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Some american rattan rocking chairs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller american rattan rocking chairs, measuring 3.94 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Ritts Tropitan produced beautiful american rattan rocking chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are American Rattan Rocking Chairs?

Prices for american rattan rocking chairs start at $650 and top out at $4,200 with the average selling for $1,817.

Finding the Right Rocking Chairs for You

The phrase “rocking chair” didn’t find its way into the dictionary until the mid-18th century. While most of the sitting furniture that we use in our homes originated in either England or France, the iconic rocking chair is a quintessentially American piece of furniture.

A Philadelphia cabinetmaker’s bill for a proto-rocking chair issued in 1742, which identified the seat as a “Nurse Chair with rockers,” is the earliest surviving evidence of this design’s humble beginnings. The nurse chair was a low side chair intended for nursing women, so giving it a soothing rocking motion made sense. Rocking chairs, which saw a curved slat affixed to the chairs’ feet so that they could be literally rocked, quickly gained popularity across the United States, garnering a reputation as a seat that everyone could love. They offered casual comfort without the expensive fabrics and upholstery that put armchairs out of many families’ budgets.

Rocking chairs are unique in that they don’t just offer a place to rest — they offer an opportunity to reminisce. The presence of one of these classic pieces stirs up our penchant for nostalgia and has the power to transform a space. They easily introduce a simple country feel to the city or bring the peaceful rhythm of a porch swing into a sheltered sunroom. Although craftsmen took to painting and stenciling varieties of the chairs that emerged in New England during the 19th century, the most traditional rocking chairs are generally unadorned seats constructed with time-tested materials like wood and metal. As such, a minimalist vintage rocking chair can be ushered into any corner of your home without significantly disrupting your existing decor scheme or the room’s color palette.

In the decades since the first rocker, top designers have made the piece their own. Viennese chair maker Michael Thonet produced a series of rockers in the middle of the 19th century in which the different curved steam-bent wood parts were integrated into fluid, sinuous wholes. Mid-century modernists Charles and Ray Eames added wooden rockers to their famous plastic shell armchair, while Danish designer Frank Reenskaug opted for teak and polished beech, introducing pops of color with small cushions (a precursor to the bold works that would follow in the 1970s and 1980s).

No matter your personal style, let 1stDibs pair you with your perfect seat. Deck out your porch, patio or parlor — browse the vintage, new and antique rocking chairs in our vast collection today.