Antique Hunzinger Rocking Chair - Velvet Upholstery

For sale: A striking and rare Antique Rocking Chair attributed to the innovative 19th-century American designer, George Hunzinger. This chair features Hunzingers signature Victorian-era elements, including the distinctive lathe-turned lollipop spindles and decorative finials. The high back and rounded seat are deeply button-tufted and covered in a soft, dusty rose/mauve velvet/velour upholstery. The upholstery is in lovely condition for its age, though it may benefit from a professional cleaning. The rocking mechanism is sound. Hunzinger’s Legacy in NYC: George Jakob Hunzinger (1835-1898) was an influential furniture designer who based his business in New York City. He was a pioneer in patent furniture, securing numerous patents for inventive, multi-functional pieces that blended historic revival styles with modern, machine-inspired geometric design. This is a unique piece of New York design history! This rocker makes a beautiful statement piece for any collector of Victorian or Aesthetic Movement furniture