A charming ladder-back rocking chair in the American Shaker or New England country tradition, circa 1920s to 1950s, of generous, comfortable proportions. The tall back is formed of four gently shaped, graduated slats between turned uprights topped with neat acorn finials, a classic detail that gives the chair a light, upright and quietly architectural silhouette. The flat, shaped open arms are supported on slender, ring-turned posts, and the woven rush seat retains a lovely golden colour and texture, in pleasing contrast with the pale frame. The legs are joined by turned stretchers and sit on simple, sturdy rockers, which give a smooth, gentle motion. The timber, most likely beech or ash, has been bleached or limed to a soft, pale driftwood tone with a dry, matt patina, and the frame shows the gentle wear and honest marks you would expect of a piece that has been used and enjoyed for many decades. Wonderfully versatile, it would sit happily in a kitchen, bedroom or sitting room, beside a fireplace or in a nursery, where it brings a calm, natural and distinctly rural feel. Simple, honest and very easy to live with, a most appealing chair in good original condition.
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