Rock On With These 4 Rocking Chair Styles

Ever since the rocking chair’s origin in the early 18th century, it’s maintained its presence in households around the world. The rocker often evokes images of mamas rocking babies, or retirees knitting, leading to them being sidelined as niche items. But over the years, designers have brought rocking chairs to new heights of luxury and ergonomics, turning the humble rocker into a statement piece that’s just as stylish as it is useful. Here, we delve into four noteworthy rocking chair styles, how they fit into the larger design lexicon, and the need to know, iconic makers behind each of these rockin’ chairs.



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