A beautifully restored rocking chair by “Scandart of High Wycombe”, Buckinghamshire, a British maker known for embracing the clean, restrained principles of Scandinavian design during the mid twentieth century.
Produced in an era when British manufacturers increasingly looked to Nordic modernism for inspiration, Scandart became recognised for crafting thoughtfully proportioned furniture with an emphasis on natural materials, comfort and elegant simplicity.
Crafted from a combination of Elm and Beechwood, this rocking chair showcases the maker’s refined approach to form, with its gently sculpted frame, flowing lines and beautifully balanced proportions. The warmth and grain variation of the timber sit comfortably against the chair’s softly reclined silhouette, while the slender armrests and elegantly curved rockers lend a sense of lightness and ease.
The chair has been fully restored and newly upholstered in a richly textured charcoal/grey with black fabric, offering a sophisticated contrast to the warm timber tones.
Subtle contrasting button detailing to the backrest adds a quiet layer of refinement, complementing the chair’s understated, architectural presence.
Condition:
Presented in excellent vintage condition following restoration, with subtle evidence of age remaining, consistent with its vintage origin.
Dimensions:
65.5cm W x 87cm D x 89cm H
Seat height 48cm H
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