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A Shaker Rocking Chair (Circa 1890)
Culvertons
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A Shaker Rocking Chair (Circa 1890)

19th century
For Sale by Culvertons
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This highly distinctive shaker rocking chair formed part of a wonderful collection of decorative objects that were gathered together by two artists who lived and worked in New York during the 1950s. The shaker style of furniture design is well-known and well-documented, so all I will add is, "their less is more philosophy is as relevant today as it was in the second half of the 19th Century." The simplicity of this rocking chair is so appealing, it's difficult not to sit and while away a good part of your day. Normally, we would follow the long-held tradition of re-rushing a shaker chair. However, this example has been upholstered many times over its lifespan, possibly, looking at the very old sacking (see image) we found underneath the previous fabric, from the day of its conception. So, we decided to follow suit, and re-upholster the seat in a simple, but inviting good-quality Bute fabric. This lovely chair is in good condition, so much so, the surface of the frame just required some gentle enriching - a further indication of the craftsmanship within the shaker movement.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Declaration

Culvertons has dated this Antique Shaker Rocking Chair to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA969409
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This highly distinctive shaker rocking chair formed part of a wonderful collection of decorative objects that were gathered together by two artists who lived and worked in New York during the 1950s.
“
The shaker style of furniture design is well-known and well-documented, so all I will add is, "their less is more philosophy is as relevant today as it was in the second half of the 19th Century.
Culvertons

" The simplicity of this rocking chair is so appealing, it's difficult not to sit and while away a good part of your day. Normally, we would follow the long-held tradition of re-rushing a shaker chair. However, this example has been upholstered many times over its lifespan, possibly, looking at the very old sacking (see image) we found underneath the previous fabric, from the day of its conception. So, we decided to follow suit, and re-upholster the seat in a simple, but inviting good-quality Bute fabric. This lovely chair is in good condition, so much so, the surface of the frame just required some gentle enriching - a further indication of the craftsmanship within the shaker movement.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Date of Manufacture

Culvertons has dated this Antique Shaker Rocking Chair to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA969409
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An antique dark wood Shaker rocking chair featuring a tall vertical spindle backrest, acorn finials, curved runners, and a purple upholstered seat.
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Archive I An antique dark wood Shaker rocking chair featuring a tall vertical spindle backrest, acorn finials, curved runners, and a purple upholstered seat.

A Shaker rocking chair (Circa 1890)

Archive II An antique dark wood Shaker rocking chair featuring a tall vertical spindle backrest, acorn finials, curved runners, and a purple upholstered seat. View II
Archive III An antique dark wood Shaker rocking chair featuring a tall vertical spindle backrest, acorn finials, curved runners, and a purple upholstered seat. View III
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Archive IX An antique dark wood Shaker rocking chair featuring a tall vertical spindle backrest, acorn finials, curved runners, and a purple upholstered seat. View IX
Archive X An antique dark wood Shaker rocking chair featuring a tall vertical spindle backrest, acorn finials, curved runners, and a purple upholstered seat. View X
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An antique dark wood Shaker rocking chair featuring a tall vertical spindle backrest, acorn finials, curved runners, and a purple upholstered seat.
A Shaker rocking chair (Circa 1890)
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Shaker rocking chairs are characterised by their unadorned aesthetic, structural functionalism, and light weight. Originating from Shaker religious communities, these designs prioritise utility, clean vertical lines, turned wooden spindles, and minimalist proportions.

Traditional Shaker chairs were crafted primarily from regional North American hardwoods such as maple, cherry, birch, and pine. Seats were commonly woven from cloth tape, cane, or rushes, though later reproductions and updated historic examples often feature fabric upholstery.

Authentic Shaker pieces display precise wood turning, lightweight construction, and simple finial turnings, such as acorn, flame, or mushroom shapes, topping the back posts. Joinery typically relies on mortise and tenon techniques rather than decorative metal fasteners.

The understated geometry of Shaker furniture allows it to integrate seamlessly into modern minimalist, Scandinavian, or country house interiors. Placing a single rocker alongside a simple reading lamp creates a quiet focal point without cluttering the room.

To preserve historic wood finishes, dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish annually. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent the timber from warping or splitting over time.
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