History Rocking chair

a photo of man lounging in rocking chair while reading

though american inventor benjamin franklin credited inventing rocking chair, historians trace rocking chair s origins north america during 18th century, when franklin child. used in gardens, ordinary chairs rockers attached. in 1725 rocking chairs first appeared in england. production of wicker rocking chairs reached peak in america during middle of 18th century. these wicker rockers, popularly known, famous craftsmanship , creative designs.

michael thonet, german craftsman, created first bentwood rocking chair in 1860. design distinguished graceful shape , light weight. these rocking chairs influenced greek , roman designs renaissance , colonial era artistry.

during 1920s, however, folding rocking chairs became more popular in united states , in europe. handy outdoor activities , travel purposes. 1950s, rocking chairs built sam maloof, american craftsman, became famous durability , deluxe appearance. maloof s rocking chairs distinguished ski-shaped rockers.