{"product_id":"mid-century-walnut-mel-smilow-smilow-thielle-classic-rocking-chair-new-york-c1960","title":"Original Mel Smilow Solid Walnut Rocking Chair for Smilow-Thielle, Circa 1960s","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional original mid-century modern rocking chair, designed by renowned American furniture designer \u003cstrong\u003eMel Smilow\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eSmilow-Thielle\u003c\/strong\u003e of New York during the 1960s. Celebrated for his clean architectural lines, honest use of natural materials, and enduring craftsmanship, Smilow created furniture that has become highly sought after by collectors of authentic American mid-century design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed entirely from solid walnut, this iconic rocker beautifully showcases the warmth and character of the wood, with its original rich brown finish having developed a wonderful natural patina over the decades. The sculptural frame, gently reclined back, and gracefully curved rockers combine comfort with timeless modernist styling, reflecting Smilow's philosophy that beautiful furniture should also be exceptionally functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis celebrated design was featured in the \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Pavilion at Expo 1967\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting the innovation and craftsmanship of American furniture design on the international stage. Today, it remains one of Mel Smilow's most recognizable and admired creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding an especially meaningful layer of provenance, this rocker has remained with its original owners since the 1960s. Purchased shortly after they were married while living in New York, it was one of several Smilow-Thielle pieces they selected to furnish their very first home together. Their home remained both pet-free and smoke-free throughout its ownership, and the chair has been carefully preserved while developing the beautiful patina that only decades of gentle use can create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs is typical of Mel Smilow's work, the chair is \u003cstrong\u003enot maker marked\u003c\/strong\u003e, as he rarely signed his furniture. Nevertheless, its distinctive construction, proportions, and design are immediately recognizable to collectors familiar with his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare opportunity to acquire an authentic and beautifully preserved example of one of America's most respected mid-century furniture designers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rocker is solid, sturdy, and structurally sound. It retains its original walnut finish, displaying a beautiful warm patina together with minor age-appropriate marks, light wear, and small dings consistent with careful use over more than half a century. These gentle signs of age enhance its authenticity and character without detracting from its overall presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description and provide additional details regarding the finish, craftsmanship, and overall condition of this exceptional mid-century piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional photographs are always available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative accessories and styling items shown in the photographs are intended solely to help illustrate the scale and presentation of the piece and are not included unless specifically mentioned in the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 22 1\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepth: 29\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeat Height: 15 3\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Height: 38\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem #: GY2549\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriod: Circa 1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Modern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: New York, United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner: Mel Smilow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker: Smilow-Thielle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials: Solid Walnut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic Mel Smilow design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Smilow-Thielle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid walnut construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal warm walnut finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful naturally aged patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatured in the American Pavilion at Expo 1967\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal owner provenance since the 1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean architectural mid-century styling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong, comfortable, and beautifully balanced rocker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare collectible example of American mid-century furniture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy With Confidence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe understand that purchasing an antique online can be a significant decision. 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