Title: Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair in Solid Walnut & Rattan by Arthur Umanoff for Washington Woodcraft, USA, c. 1960's
About: Introducing a splendid Mid-Century Modern rocker designed by the incomparable Arthur Umanoff for Washington Woodcraft in the 1960s. Crafted from solid American black walnut and featuring a backrest of hand-woven rattan and sporting the perfect amount of patina familiar with something once loved and utilized this rocker is the perfect blend of minimalism and style.
Arthur Umanoff (1923–1985) was an American-born industrial designer, noted for his contribution to the American midcentury modern movement. Upon graduating from New York’s prestigious Pratt Institute and the American School of Design in the beginning of the 1950s, Umanoff began collaborating with Post Modern Ltd, a New York design company that produced and sold modernist wrought iron and wood designs.
Throughout the 1960s, he worked closely with the furniture manufacturer Shaver Howard, who put many of his furniture designs into production. He also designed clocks for Howard Miller. Arthur Umanoff believed that design should not only be beautifully constructed and functional, but that it should also be attainable. Using natural materials and new methods to reimagine traditional furniture pieces, he created versatile designs for the home that were celebrated for their quality as well as for their simplified, functional forms and staying power. Reflecting warmth and practicality, his designs were often imagined in wrought iron, rattan, walnut and birch, imbued with functional details yet retaining a sense of natural elegance thanks to their slender, tapered lines.
With it's character-rich patina, timeless minimalist design and iconic Umanoff blending of walnut and ratan this vintage rocker is perfect for collectors and designers alike. Able to blend against a myriad of design backdrops from Mid-Century Modern to Post Modern to Contemporary and everything in between this petite rocker is at home in a rustic cabin as it is the perfect accent piece in almost any home. Make it yours today.
Origin: United States of America
Proof: Ample Provenance - Industry Consensus
Period: 1960s
Material: Walnut | Wicker
State: As-Is (Patinaed)
Condition Details: This architecturally alluring rocker is in 100% original, vintage condition. The solid black walnut composition shows a warm patina throughout with scratches, scrapes and minor discoloration present (all of which can be seen in the detail photos provided). With that said the wood is in overall good shape and the variegated woodgrains still remain mesmerizing in natural light.
The rattan does show a few broken strands (which can be seen clearly in the detail photos provided) however the backrest remains supportive and weight-bearing.
As purists, we strive to keep our pieces in as original condition as possible. However we offer a full-range of expert restoration services from carpentry to upholstery to fabrication. If you're interested in having this coffee table restored, please message us prior to checkout to discuss options and pricing.
This lovely vintage rocker is comfortable, structurally sound and ready for a lifetime more of use. Please view all photos for details on this rocker's current condition. We're limited on the amount of media we can post so additional photos and videos are available upon request.
Style: Mid-Century Modern | Modern
SKU: AM02343
---Dimensions---
Width: 21.5 in / 54.61 cm
Depth: 29.5 in / 74.93 cm
Height: 38 in / 96.52 cm
Seat Height: 14 in / 35.56 cm
-- Re-upholstery Option --
If you would like to have the seats reupholstered, please message us prior to checkout to discuss your options.
-- Shipping and Handling --
This shipping total in the listing is for local pickup only. If you would like to manage shipping yourself, we have several companies we will gladly recommend. If you prefer to have us manage the shipping process we ship to the US and Canada. Rates vary by location. Please message us prior to payment and checkout as you will receive an additional invoice for shipping, handling, and insurance if we manage the process for you in this transaction.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Do I get the piece(s) in the listing? Yes you can but we also source other pieces and have many others in stock if this isn't the exact piece(s) you were looking for. The piece(s) in this listing are currently available for sale as-is, restored or re-worked and will be noted in the description above. If this isn't the exact piece you are looking for or you would like this piece customized, please send us a private message and we'll do our best to meet your specific needs in sourcing or creating your dream piece(s).
Do you ship overseas? Can I manage shipping myself? Each listing includes shipping information specific to the item being sold. If our shipping service does not include your location or if you would like to manage the shipping process yourself for any other reason please message us prior to checkout to discuss your options.
Why buy ABTModern? We pride ourselves in finding truly amazing, one-of-a-kind pieces and bringing them to you, our clients! We are a small family business and take tremendous pride in doing what we love. Thank you for allowing us to do what we love! Please know we make YOU our NUMBER 1 PRIORITY throughout the entire process. It's our honor to serve you with your furniture and custom design needs.
About: Introducing a splendid Mid-Century Modern rocker designed by the incomparable Arthur Umanoff for Washington Woodcraft in the 1960s. Crafted from solid American black walnut and featuring a backrest of hand-woven rattan and sporting the perfect amount of patina familiar with something once loved and utilized this rocker is the perfect blend of minimalism and style.
Arthur Umanoff (1923–1985) was an American-born industrial designer, noted for his contribution to the American midcentury modern movement. Upon graduating from New York’s prestigious Pratt Institute and the American School of Design in the beginning of the 1950s, Umanoff began collaborating with Post Modern Ltd, a New York design company that produced and sold modernist wrought iron and wood designs.
Throughout the 1960s, he worked closely with the furniture manufacturer Shaver Howard, who put many of his furniture designs into production. He also designed clocks for Howard Miller. Arthur Umanoff believed that design should not only be beautifully constructed and functional, but that it should also be attainable. Using natural materials and new methods to reimagine traditional furniture pieces, he created versatile designs for the home that were celebrated for their quality as well as for their simplified, functional forms and staying power. Reflecting warmth and practicality, his designs were often imagined in wrought iron, rattan, walnut and birch, imbued with functional details yet retaining a sense of natural elegance thanks to their slender, tapered lines.
With it's character-rich patina, timeless minimalist design and iconic Umanoff blending of walnut and ratan this vintage rocker is perfect for collectors and designers alike. Able to blend against a myriad of design backdrops from Mid-Century Modern to Post Modern to Contemporary and everything in between this petite rocker is at home in a rustic cabin as it is the perfect accent piece in almost any home. Make it yours today.
Origin: United States of America
Proof: Ample Provenance - Industry Consensus
Period: 1960s
Material: Walnut | Wicker
State: As-Is (Patinaed)
Condition Details: This architecturally alluring rocker is in 100% original, vintage condition. The solid black walnut composition shows a warm patina throughout with scratches, scrapes and minor discoloration present (all of which can be seen in the detail photos provided). With that said the wood is in overall good shape and the variegated woodgrains still remain mesmerizing in natural light.
The rattan does show a few broken strands (which can be seen clearly in the detail photos provided) however the backrest remains supportive and weight-bearing.
As purists, we strive to keep our pieces in as original condition as possible. However we offer a full-range of expert restoration services from carpentry to upholstery to fabrication. If you're interested in having this coffee table restored, please message us prior to checkout to discuss options and pricing.
This lovely vintage rocker is comfortable, structurally sound and ready for a lifetime more of use. Please view all photos for details on this rocker's current condition. We're limited on the amount of media we can post so additional photos and videos are available upon request.
Style: Mid-Century Modern | Modern
SKU: AM02343
---Dimensions---
Width: 21.5 in / 54.61 cm
Depth: 29.5 in / 74.93 cm
Height: 38 in / 96.52 cm
Seat Height: 14 in / 35.56 cm
-- Re-upholstery Option --
If you would like to have the seats reupholstered, please message us prior to checkout to discuss your options.
-- Shipping and Handling --
This shipping total in the listing is for local pickup only. If you would like to manage shipping yourself, we have several companies we will gladly recommend. If you prefer to have us manage the shipping process we ship to the US and Canada. Rates vary by location. Please message us prior to payment and checkout as you will receive an additional invoice for shipping, handling, and insurance if we manage the process for you in this transaction.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Do I get the piece(s) in the listing? Yes you can but we also source other pieces and have many others in stock if this isn't the exact piece(s) you were looking for. The piece(s) in this listing are currently available for sale as-is, restored or re-worked and will be noted in the description above. If this isn't the exact piece you are looking for or you would like this piece customized, please send us a private message and we'll do our best to meet your specific needs in sourcing or creating your dream piece(s).
Do you ship overseas? Can I manage shipping myself? Each listing includes shipping information specific to the item being sold. If our shipping service does not include your location or if you would like to manage the shipping process yourself for any other reason please message us prior to checkout to discuss your options.
Why buy ABTModern? We pride ourselves in finding truly amazing, one-of-a-kind pieces and bringing them to you, our clients! We are a small family business and take tremendous pride in doing what we love. Thank you for allowing us to do what we love! Please know we make YOU our NUMBER 1 PRIORITY throughout the entire process. It's our honor to serve you with your furniture and custom design needs.