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Oak Rocking Chair
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Oak Rocking Chair

1900 - 1920
Sold 28 April 2025 · Ropeworks Antiques
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Description

An Oak rocking chair, probably William Birch for Liberty’s.

Circa 1900, lovely timber and in excellent condition.

Upholstery is perfectly usable but not perfect!

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Rocking Chair to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Reference Numbers
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SA1082674
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Shop is not open all the time and it is advised that if you are travelling far then it is best to call first.

Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

Keys present only if stated.

Description
An Oak rocking chair, probably William Birch for Liberty’s.

Circa 1900, lovely timber and in excellent condition.

Upholstery is perfectly usable but not perfect!

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Rocking Chair to the 1900s.

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1082674
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

Also on instagram - #ropeworksantiques

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An antique oak rocking chair featuring a ladder-back design, turned spindle arm supports, and a patterned green upholstered seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique oak rocking chair featuring a ladder-back design, turned spindle arm supports, and a patterned green upholstered seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Oak Rocking Chair

Archive II An antique oak rocking chair featuring a ladder-back design, turned spindle arm supports, and a patterned green upholstered seat. View II
Archive III An antique oak rocking chair featuring a ladder-back design, turned spindle arm supports, and a patterned green upholstered seat. View III
Archive IV An antique oak rocking chair featuring a ladder-back design, turned spindle arm supports, and a patterned green upholstered seat. View IV
Archive V An antique oak rocking chair featuring a ladder-back design, turned spindle arm supports, and a patterned green upholstered seat. View V
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Ropeworks Antiques

Ropeworks Antiques
Telephone 07725 509949
Location
The Old Ropeworks
Kennet Place
Marlborough
SN8 1NG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ropeworksantiques
Verified Since Dec 2012
Items For Sale 280
Items Sold 1,703
Ropeworks Antiques
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Location: The Old Ropeworks, Kennet Place , Marlborough, SN8 1NG, United Kingdom
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An antique oak rocking chair featuring a ladder-back design, turned spindle arm supports, and a patterned green upholstered seat.
Oak rocking chair
Ref: SA1082674
An antique oak rocking chair featuring a ladder-back design, turned spindle arm supports, and a patterned green upholstered seat.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEnglish Country House
  • MaterialOak, Upholstery Fabric, Brass Tacks
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsLadder back, Turned spindles, Curved runners, Upholstered seat
  • SizeH 108 cm (43 in) x W 58 cm (23 in) x D 79 cm (31 in)

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Ladder-back chairs originate from seventeenth-century vernacular furniture traditions, developing horizontal slats to support the back efficiently. The addition of curved rockers evolved later in the eighteenth century, combining traditional joinery with motion for domestic comfort.

These items are typically constructed from native hardwoods such as oak, ash, or elm, utilising mortise and tenon joints for structural integrity. Upholstered drop-in seats feature traditional stuffing materials and textile covers secured with metal tacks.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-tool marks, traditional joinery methods, timber oxidisation, and wear patterns consistent with age. Manual lathe turnings and irregular hand-carved details often indicate older craftsmanship.

Contrast the dark wood and patterned upholstery against neutral contemporary walls to create a focal point in a living space. Pairing the heritage piece with minimalist modern furniture adds texture and historical depth to the room layout.

Maintain timber condition by applying natural beeswax periodically and avoiding placement near direct heat sources or strong sunlight. Protect upholstered elements by vacuuming gently with a soft brush attachment and keeping humidity levels stable.
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