Description

Antique 19th Century Victorian Bamboo-Style Rocking Chair with Needlepoint Seat — Rare Collector’s Piece
For sale: a rare and exquisite 19th-century Victorian bamboo-style antique rocking chair, featuring a beautifully hand-crafted needlepoint seat. This highly collectible rocking chair showcases the elegance and charm of Victorian design, combined with the naturalistic allure of faux bamboo turned wood. Ideal for antique furniture collectors, interior designers, or anyone seeking a statement piece with history, this chair promises to elevate any space, from traditional parlors to eclectic modern interiors.

Key Features
Period: Circa 1880-1890
Style: Victorian, faux bamboo, Aesthetic Movement
Material: Solid wood with faux bamboo turnings, original hand-stitched needlepoint upholstery
Design details:
Slender faux bamboo spindles on the backrest and stretcher supports
Original green needlepoint seat depicting a charming pastoral scene with floral accents
Gently worn patina, reflecting authentic age and use
Classic rocker base for smooth, soothing motion

Condition
This antique Victorian bamboo rocking chair is in good antique condition with expected signs of age. The frame is sturdy and secure. The needlepoint seat shows minor wear, consistent with its age, but adds to the chair’s vintage character.

Styling Suggestions
This Victorian bamboo rocking chair would make an exceptional accent in:

A reading nook or conservatory paired with botanical prints and natural fiber rugs

A nursery for a nostalgic, heirloom-quality rocker

A modern farmhouse or English country cottage interior for a touch of authentic antique charm

An eclectic boho space as a unique sculptural furniture element

Why This Chair?
If you’re searching for an authentic antique rocking chair that combines beauty, history, and function, this piece is truly one-of-a-kind. Its Victorian faux bamboo design and original needlepoint upholstery are increasingly hard to find. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a genuine piece of the 19th century.

Dimensions:
18″ Wide
seat, 15.5″ Deep
15.75″ Tall Seat
32″ TallSee

Dimensions

18ʺW × 15.5ʺD × 32ʺH

Styles

Aesthetic Movement

Victorian

Number of Seats

1

Seat Height

15.75 in

Period

Late 19th Century

Country of Origin

United States

Item Type

Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

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Materials

Bamboo

Fabric

Condition

Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color

Brown

Condition Notes

For its age, it is in fabulous antique condition. Some minor scratches here and there, but nothing major. Structurally sound, …moreFor its age, it is in fabulous antique condition. Some minor scratches here and there, but nothing major. Structurally sound, and the needlework is in near-perfect condition.