How Do You Figure Out If A Rocking Chair Is A Stickley?
Stickley furniture–made in the workshops of Gustav Stickley–is prized as the best representation of the American Arts and Crafts period of furniture making. Depending on its style and condition, a Stickley rocking chair may be worth several hundred to more than $2,000. They are hard to find. Stickley furniture is commonly made of oak and is known for a simple and sturdy construction which characterizes the mission style, according to Peter J. Maloney of the Arts & Crafts Antique Gallery. The pieces have cushions and slender square spindles under the arms. Almost all Stickley furniture was marked with a brand, decal or paper or metal label, commonly known as a maker’s mark or a shopmark. However, such marks may have disappeared through the passage of time. If you find no trace of the shopmark, a Stickley catalogue or a qualified expert may be needed to positively identify the piece. The website simplymission.com features pictures of original Stickley rockers and other furniture manufa
