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Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair in Beech
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Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair in Beech

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 April 2025 · ActFurniture LTD
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Description

This antique 20th-century American rocking chair is crafted from beech wood, offering both durability and charm.

Stood on casters for easy mobility, this rocking chair features a beautifully padded back, seat, and armrests, all upholstered in a soothing blue fabric. The chair’s striking grain and stunning colour make it a visually appealing addition to any space.

The craftsmanship is of good quality, and the chair is in good overall condition, showing minimal signs of age. Perfect for relaxing, this rocking chair combines comfort, style, and function, making it a wonderful choice for any home. Its classic design and attractive colour ensure it will stand out while offering a cozy spot to unwind.

Product Reference : AF - 3615

Measurements : 59cm Width x 102cm Height x 58.5cm Seat Height x 53cm Seat Depth

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Wooden Rocking Chair to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1117522
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-3615
Description
This antique 20th-century American rocking chair is crafted from beech wood, offering both durability and charm.
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Stood on casters for easy mobility, this rocking chair features a beautifully padded back, seat, and armrests, all upholstered in a soothing blue fabric.
ActFurniture LTD

The chair’s striking grain and stunning colour make it a visually appealing addition to any space.

fig 1. An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest.
fig 1. Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair in Beech

The craftsmanship is of good quality, and the chair is in good overall condition, showing minimal signs of age. Perfect for relaxing, this rocking chair combines comfort, style, and function, making it a wonderful choice for any home. Its classic design and attractive colour ensure it will stand out while offering a cozy spot to unwind.

fig 2. An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest.
fig 2. Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair in Beech

Product Reference : AF - 3615

Measurements : 59cm Width x 102cm Height x 58.5cm Seat Height x 53cm Seat Depth

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

fig 3. An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest.
fig 3. Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair in Beech

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 4. An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest.
fig 4. Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair in Beech

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 5. An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest.
fig 5. Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair in Beech

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 6. An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest.
fig 6. Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair in Beech

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

fig 7. An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest.
fig 7. Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair in Beech

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Wooden Rocking Chair to the Edwardian era.

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117522
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-3615
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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Archive I An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair in Beech

Archive II An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. View II
Archive III An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. View III
Archive IV An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. View IV
Archive V An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. View V
Archive VI An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. View VI
Archive VII An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. View VII
Archive VIII An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. View VIII
Archive IX An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. View IX
Archive X An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. View X
Archive XI An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest. View XI
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ActFurniture LTD

ActFurniture LTD
Telephone 07729 298643
Location
Unit 4
Worcester Road
Malvern
Worcestershire
WR6 5JE
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/actfurniture
Verified Since Apr 2023
Items For Sale 443
Items Sold 2,250
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An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest.
Antique 20th Century American Rocking Chair In Beech
Ref: SA1117522
An antique wooden platform rocking chair featuring a dark beech frame, turned spindles, and patterned blue upholstery on the seat, backrest, armrests, and headrest.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBeech, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned spindles, Upholstered panels, Platform rocker base, Padded headrest
  • SizeH 102 cm (40 in) x W 59 cm (23 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

FAQs

Rocking chairs gained widespread popularity in 18th-century America, evolving from traditional outdoor chairs mounted on curved wooden rockers. By the late 19th century, the platform rocker was patented, featuring a stationary base with a spring-mounted mechanism that provided a smoother motion.

Traditional rocking chairs were typically constructed from sturdy hardwoods such as beech, oak, or mahogany, often utilizing turned spindles, steam-bent wood components, and traditional joinery. Upholstered variants incorporated horsehair stuffing, coil springs, and durable woven fabrics or leather.

Authentication involves examining tool marks, type of screws or fasteners, wood patina, and joinery methods. Hand-cut dovetails, hand-turned spindles, and period-appropriate upholstery webbing indicate genuine age rather than modern reproduction.

An antique rocking chair can serve as a focal point in a modern setting by pairing it with minimalist textiles, neutral rugs, and contemporary lighting to create a balanced contrast between old and new.

Preservation requires keeping wooden furniture away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking. Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth and occasional application of appropriate beeswax polish helps maintain the finish.
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