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Industrial Chain Rocking Chair with Pony Skin Cushions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rocking chair - the piece is definitely a statement and should be considered a functional and sculptural
Category

20th Century Industrial Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair John Risley Metal Rocking Chairs with Mongolian Fur Cushion
By John Risley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
to many rooms and would work especially well in a child room or play area. The seat cushions are
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Brown Beech with Yellow Cushions Rocking Chair 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage brown lacquered beechwood rocking chair shows renewed loose seat and
Category

Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century Rocking Chair with New Kvadrat Cushion by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Filigree rocking chair from the Danish manufacturer FDB Møbler after a design by Børge Mogensen
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Outdoor Folia Rocking Chair with Ottoman Designed by Kris Van Puyvelde
By Kris Van Puyvelde
Located in Boston, MA
. Seat/back cushion included with rocking chair Seat cushion included with ottoman Fabric rock basic
Category

2010s Belgian Organic Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Restored 3-Strand Reverese Pretzel Rattan Rocking Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
rocking chair with white cushions. This chair features a steam-bent rattan frame. This rare pretzel
Category

Vintage 1940s Philippine Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Late 19th Century Thonet #21 Bentwood and Cane Seat Arm Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 19th Century Thonet #21 Bentwood and Cane Seat and back Arm Rocking Chair with blue cushion
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

1950's Rocking Swivel Chair With Cushion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing a stunning rocking swivel chair, elegantly upholstered in exquisite Sina Pearson fabric
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Rocking chair by R. Wengler
By Robert Wengler
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rocking chair in bamboo with cushion in Fontainebleau (colour: Maronnier) by Pierre Frey. R
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Rocking chair by R. Wengler
Rocking chair by R. Wengler
H 32.68 in W 28.75 in D 37.8 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
Category

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Item features (1) Sleek sculptural sofa (1) barrel back lounge chair (1) rocking chair, blue
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Sofas

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Bentwood

1920s Bent Wood Rocking Chair with Injiri Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic East Coast Americana rocking chair with cushions made of Injiri organic cotton textiles
Category

Vintage 1920s American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Rocking Chair by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Danish rocking chair by Illum Wikkelso with blue cushion.
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rocking Chair by Illum Wikkelso
Rocking Chair by Illum Wikkelso
H 32 in W 21.5 in D 25.5 in
Midcentury Danish Rocking Chair Upholstered in Paul Smith Fabric
By Maharam, Paul Smith
Located in London, GB
Solid teak frame rocking chair, with newly made square seat cushion upholstered in 'Brick & Greige
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Vintage Pair of OW Lee Wrought Iron Oversized Patio Rocking Chairs with Cushions
By O.W. Lee
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Vintage pair of OW Lee wrought iron oversized patio rocking chairs with cushions. This a lovely and
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

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
Category

Vintage 1980s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Wicker Rocking Chair with Rag Rug Cushion & Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine original brown painted Bar Harbor wicker rocking chair is in fine condition.It is
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Vintage 1920s American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker

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
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, 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
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Charming Child's Wicker Rocking Chair with Custom Upholstered Cushion
Located in Buchanan, MI
CHARMING CHILDS WICKER ROCKING CHAIR WITH CUSTOM UPHOLSTERED CUSION. A MUST HAVE FOR ANY
Category

American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Parker Knoll Rocking Chairs with New Zealand Sheepskin Cushions, Pair
By Parker Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
These rockers rock! Our master upholsterers created custom cushions fashioned from our luxurious
Category

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin

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
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Verner Panton 'Relaxer II for 2' Rocking Lounge Chair with New Custom Cushion
By Verner Panton
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
rockers for one person. This double rocker is supreme. We added a channeled-leather cushion to the piece
Category

Vintage 1950s Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Franco Albini Rocking Chaise Model PS16 with Kalgan Lamb and Leather Cushions
By Poggi, Franco Albini
Located in New York, NY
Franco Albini for Poggi rocking chair model PS16 with walnut frame and newly upholstered luxurious
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Canvas, Rope, Walnut

Vintage Danish Rocking Chair
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage Danish rocking chair in ebonized beechwood with two cushions.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Vintage Danish Rocking Chair
Vintage Danish Rocking Chair
H 39 in W 28 in D 37 in
Danish Designed Rocking Chair
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish modern oak frame rocking chair with original inner spring cushions. The solid frame has been
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Danish Designed Rocking Chair
Danish Designed Rocking Chair
H 28.5 in W 26.5 in D 31.75 in
Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
By France & Søn
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FD 110 - Rocking chair in rosewood with cushions in light wool. Maker France & Son.
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
H 31.11 in W 26.38 in D 29.53 in
Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
By France & Daverkosen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FD 110 - Rocking chair in teak with brown cushions of wool. Maker France & Daverkosen. Designed
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Art Deco French Walnut Chairs with Cushions
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A pair of Art Deco French walnut chairs with cushions one rocker and one chair.
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Extremely Rare Danish Modern Bentwood Upholstered Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Extremely rare, Danish modern bent maple wood, rocking chair with custom, scalloped, chenille
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Maple

Antique Arts and Crafts Rocking Chair by Stickley
Located in Astoria, NY
An antique wooden arts and crafts rocking chair with original leather upholstered cushion. The
Category

20th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Georg Jensen Rocker with Striped Cushions
By Georg Jensen, Kubus
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our goal is to provide beautiful, functional furniture that honors its illustrious past. Our ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

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
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

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
Category

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

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
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

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
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Rocker with Striped Cushions
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid century rocking chair features a solid walnut frame and comfortable vintage upholstery
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Antique Sea Grass and Wicker Rocker with Custom Cushion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing large wicker and sea grass rocking chair is from the early 20th century and in
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Seagrass, Wicker

Antique Red Woven Wicker Barrel Back Child’s Rocker Rocking Chair Doll 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique red wicker barrel back child or doll sized rocking chair with attached pink floral cushion.
Category

Early 20th Century Rustic Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Easy Chair by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A solid teak rocking chair with loose seat and back cushions. Designed by Ole Wanscher for France
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Yngve Ekstrom Rocker for Swedese, Sweden, circa 1960s
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Peabody, MA
A Scandinavian rocking chair with original upholstery and head cushion designed by Yngve Ekstrom
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Restored Franco Albini Style Rattan Rocking Chair with White Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Franco Albini style three strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with white cushions. This
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Dining, Set of 5
By Russell Woodard
Located in Delray Beach, FL
chairs with cushions. Cushions are getting brittle from age. Dining table is oval shaped and in excellent
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Fiberglass

Heywood Wakefield Child's Wicker Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20Thc Heywood Wakefield child's rocking chair with a custom leather cushion in fine
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wicker

American Lifetime Furniture Arts & Crafts Mission Rocking Chair and Seat Cushion
By Grand Rapids Furniture Co.
Located in Santa Monica, CA
American Lifetime Furniture Arts & Crafts Mission rocking chair, with a leather seat cushion.
Category

Vintage 1920s American Mission Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

rocking chair in the style of Hans Wegner
Located in Pasadena, CA
oak rocking chair with upholstered cushion
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Woodard Sculptura Pair of Rare Patio Rocking Chairs
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a fabulous pair of wrought iron, patio rocking chairs, with brown vinyl
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Kem Weber for Lloyd Chrome Springer Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Great "Springer" Rocking Chair with leather cushions and painted black arms. Chrome is all
Category

20th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Ash Rocking Chair with Risom Fabric Cushions in Aquafresh
By Frank Reenskaug, Bramin Mobler
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our goal is to provide beautiful, functional furniture that honors its illustrious past. Our ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Ash

Faarstrup 1950 Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions
By Hans J. Wegner, A. Mikael Laursen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great little low back spindle back rocking chair from Faarstrup Mobler, Denmark made circa 1950. We
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Farstrup 1950s Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions
By Farstrup
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great little low back spindle back rocking chair from Farstrup Møbler, Denmark made circa 1950. We
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Faarstrup 1950 Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions
By A. Mikael Laursen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great little low back spindle back rocking chair from Faarstrup Mobler, Denmark made circa 1950. We
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Faarstrup 1950 Low Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions
By Hans J. Wegner, A. Mikael Laursen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great little low back spindle back rocking chair from Faarstrup Mobler, Denmark made circa 1950. We
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Industrial Iron & Wicker Rocking Chair with Vintage Linen Cushion, Mid-Century
Located in Munich, DE
Mid-Century iron & wicker rocking chair with beautiful lines and a comfortable seat. The cushion
Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Rocking Chairs

Materials

Iron

Faarstrup 1950 Low Backrest Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Shearling Cushions
By Farstrup, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great little low back spindle back rocking chair from Faarstrup Mobler, Denmark made circa 1950. We
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Teak

Signed Gustav Stickley Arts and Crafts Armless Rocking Chair with Yellow Cushion
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Houston, TX
Signed arts and crafts armless rocking chair by Gustav Stickley with original yellow and green
Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

Vintage Lloyd Loom Style Brown Wicker Rocking Armchair with Cushion
Located in Sheffield, MA
The vintage brown/tan wicker rocking lounge chair in classic English style featuring a flowing
Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Faux Leather

Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
By France & Daverkosen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FD 110 - Rocking chair in teak with original cushions of brown Hallingdal 65 wool. Maker France
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
Rocking Chair by Ole Wanscher
H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 31.5 in
Faarstrup 1950's Low Spindle Back Chair with Shearling Cushions
By Farstrup
Located in Bridgeport, CT
-upholstered the chair with new cushions in an exuberant curly sheepskin (s520C from Garrett Leather) in a
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Modern Walnut Rocking Chair by Selig
By Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and sculpted arm rests. An extremely comfortable rocking chair with two overstuffed removable cushions
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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Rocking Chair With Cushion For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the rocking chair with cushion you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each rocking chair with cushion for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, natural fiber and hardwood. There are many kinds of the rocking chair with cushion you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A rocking chair with cushion, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made rocking chair with cushion over the years, but those crafted by A. Mikael Laursen, Hans J. Wegner and Franco Albini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Rocking Chair With Cushion?

The average selling price for a rocking chair with cushion at 1stDibs is $1,781, while they’re typically $395 on the low end and $32,000 for the highest priced.

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Questions About Rocking Chair With Cushion
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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, 2024
    What 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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 ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A 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.
  • 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Which office chair has the best cushion is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer chairs with thicker cushions or like one type of filling material more than another. On 1stDibs, find a collection of office chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 12, 2021
    The 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, 2024
    No, 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, 2024
    To 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.