09/14/2026
Antique Art Nouveau Tiger Oak Rocking Chair (c. 1890–1915)
This exceptional turn-of-the-century American rocking chair is a masterful fusion of heavy Mission-style architecture and intricate Art Nouveau ornamentation. Crafted during the golden age of American furniture design (circa 1890–1915), the piece is constructed from premium solid quarter-sawn “tiger” oak, highly celebrated for its structural stability and striking, shimmering medullary ray grain patterns.
The chair features a commanding, tall backrest adorned with deep, high-relief carvings of stylized floral motifs and swirling, organic vines. This heavily textured, ornate scrollwork is beautifully mirrored along the side paneling beneath the armrests and across the front apron. Balancing this rich texturing are broad, flat, classic Mission-style armrests supported by stout, blocky pillars, which terminate in delicate, round bun feet just above the smoothly curved rocking rails. Designed for both luxury and comfort, the spacious, padded seat cushion is nestled directly into the heavy, robust wooden framework.
Dimensions
Overall Frame: 36 ½” Height × 27 ½” Width × 31″ Depth
Seat Cushion: 18 ½” Width × 18″ Depth
We recently acquired this beautiful carved rocking chair from a collection in Iowa and can be viewed in our store in Lexington, Nebraska.
