Arts and Crafts Style Oak Slatted Child's Rocking Chair, Early 20th Century

Item Details

This early 20th-century child’s rocking chair is a classic example of the American Arts and Crafts movement, exhibiting strong Mission and Shaker-inspired influences. Constructed from solid oak, the chair features a four-vertical-slat backrest and a corresponding slatted seat designed for durability. The architecture is defined by straight, square-edged members and wide, flat armrests that provide a sturdy, functional profile. The medium-dark fumed or stained finish has developed a deep, authentic patina over time, with visible wear patterns that attest to its age and juvenile use. Exposed flat-head steel screws are used throughout the assembly, reflecting the movement’s ‘honest’ construction philosophy. The chair retains its original curved rockers, showing appropriate wear on the floor-contact surfaces, and remains a structurally sound example of period nursery furniture.

Condition

- wear; marks; scratches; scuffs; nicks; finish loss.

Dimensions

11 in. seat height

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Item #

ITMGT33118