1890's Murphy Chair Co. Pressed Back Rocking Chair 1890's Murphy Chair Co. Pressed Back Rocking Chair w/Rolled Arms A manly rocker, in room-ready condition! This beautiful rocking chair was manufactured by the Murphy Chair Company, Detroit, Michigan. The label is under the seat and is still readable. The president of the Murphy Chair Co., Michael J. Murphy, was the first Chamber of Commerce president for Detroit, Michigan in 1903. The company dates of operation are from the late 1800's to the early 1900's. This rocking chair is ash and oak mixed. It has long arrow shaped back slats, turned spindles, a lovely pressed design back and "ears", with shapely wide rolled arms. The rocker has been professionally refinished. Dimensions of the rocker are; 42 ½" tall, 33 ¼" deep including the runners, and 25 ½" wide. The seat area is 22 ¾" wide, and 20" deep. A perfect rocking chair to while away some pleasant hours! Please be patient for seven pictures to download! Go to Southwest Spirit Antiques & Appraisals home page.

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America has a unique fondness for rocking chairs. In the late 1700’s, someone had the wonderful idea of adding skates or rockers to the bottom of a regular chair, similar to a rocking horse or baby’s cradle. Rocking chairs have become synonymous with relaxation and comfort, whether you’re soothing a little one or relaxing by a fire with a good book. Americans often make a rocking chair a key piece in their collection, and some are handed down by generations – from finely-crafted Sam Maloof styles with beautiful curved runners to our iconic wicker rocker. high chair baby bekasSome of our most famous presidents found solace in the comfort of their rocking chair.chiavari chairs for rent los angeles So, how do you choose one?table and chair rentals st thomas ontario

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