Rocking Arm Chair
Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Wool, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Victorian Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Cane, Bentwood
Early 20th Century American Mission Rocking Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Colonial Rocking Chairs
Maple
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Rocking Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary New Zealand Modern Rocking Chairs
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs
Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Beech
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Rocking Chairs
Cane, Bentwood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1940s American Victorian Rocking Chairs
Maple
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Twig, Cherry, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Korean Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
1990s American Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
2010s American Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Rocking Chairs
Wicker, Rattan, Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Rocking Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Rocking Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Maple
Mid-20th Century American Vienna Secession Rocking Chairs
Cane, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Rocking Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Country Rocking Chairs
Yew
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Rush, Beech
Vintage 1950s American American Classical Rocking Chairs
Cherry
Mid-20th Century American Anglo-Indian Rocking Chairs
Hardwood, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Cane, Beech
Antique Late 18th Century Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Rocking Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Bentwood
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Wool, Teak
Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Rocking Chairs
Teak
Antique 19th Century Victorian Rocking Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Rattan
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Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
Antique 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Brass
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Hardwood, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Rocking Chairs
Textile, Walnut
Antique 19th Century North American Victorian Rocking Chairs
Wicker, Wood
Early 20th Century American Rocking Chairs
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Rocking Chairs
Rattan
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Brass
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Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- What is a Boston rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a Windsor rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- How old is the rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The 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, 2022A 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, 2024What 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 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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