Child's Rocking Chair, Used by the Family of George Matthew Adams, 1860-1890

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Artifact Overview

Rocking chairs offer the sitter a place of comfort to recline and gently rock back and forth. For that reason, they were used for quieting and nursing children. By the late 1800s, rocking chairs became a common household item and could be found in a variety of styles and sizes. Young and old could benefit from the relaxation these chairs provided.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Rocking chair

Date Made

1860-1890

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

40.568.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Cane (Plant material)

Color

Brown

Dimensions

Height: 20.125 in
Width: 13 in
Depth: 22 in