Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating
Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating

Antique Thonet-Style Bentwood Rocking Chair with with Upholstered Seating

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Gracefully proportioned bentwood rocking chair executed in the Thonet style, featuring continuous steam-bent curves forming the rockers, arms, and structural supports. The flowing scrollwork and looping base elements reflect the design language developed in the mid-19th century, when bentwood furniture transformed domestic interiors through its combination of lightness, strength, and repeatable form. The tall, gently reclined back and softly upholstered seat emphasize comfort, while the dark-stained wood provides visual contrast against the neutral fabric.

Bentwood furniture emerged as a breakthrough in furniture making by allowing solid wood to be steam-bent into complex curves with minimal joinery, resulting in pieces that were durable, flexible, and visually modern for their time. Rocking chairs in this style became especially popular in parlors and reading rooms, where motion, ergonomics, and sculptural presence were equally valued. This example retains strong structural integrity and a smooth rocking action, reading as both functional seating and a classic expression of bentwood design.

Sturdy and ready for use. Upholstered seat and back are in relatively good condition overall, with one visible stain on the seat that could likely be cleaned by the end user. Scratches, scuffs, and finish wear are present on the armrests and along high-contact bentwood elements, consistent with age and use.

20.5" W x 38" D x 41" H
Seat: 16" W x 18" D x 17" H
Arms: 22.5" H

MM - C-18708 - 010926

 

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