posted on November 7, 2009 08:45:39 AM new
Hi Everyone, I'm looking for some help with this Stickley rocker. I can't find one like it . I can only find the mission style ones with the wooden backs. My questions are what would you call the style of this one ( possible Colonial ? )and I assume its a child rocker because of its size... its only 28 inches tall in height at back and 13 inches tall at the arms height. Seat is 18 inches across. So is it a child ? It is marked Stickley Fayetteville Syracuse . So that makes it Leopold and John George Stickley Not Gustav right ?
posted on November 7, 2009 01:07:51 PM new
I don't know if you would want to try contacting the Stickley Co on line as I did when I was selling an 8 pc set solid brass dresser pulls marked Stickley.
I asked them if they were original Stickley and I sent them a picture with the numbers and markings, they sent me an email back telling me yes they are original and they told me what the numbers meant and the year. It helped me greatly when I listed them on Ebay and the buyer was extremely greatfull for my research.
posted on November 7, 2009 01:27:35 PM new
Thanks Toni ! I shot them an e-mail....hours are Monday thru Friday so they most likely not going to answer till Monday but any help is good help.
posted on November 7, 2009 03:18:45 PM new
Furniture makers used to produce lower and smaller rockers for doing sewing work by the fire.
This piece seems to be too large for a salesman's sample, but who knows. It's a lovely chair. I wonder if it's been recovered or if that's the original fabric.
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posted on November 7, 2009 03:40:54 PM new
Hey roadsmith ,
The lady I bought it from said she recovered it a while back and thats all she said . It really doesn't look recovered thou. The nails all look original, small pulls in fabric like age pulls,dust in seams and the fabric flap at top of chair snaps look all original.If and when I list it , I'll say the lady I bought it from said she recovered it. Better safe than sorry. Hubby said it looks half sized to a full size rocker and well built to hold a small adult so maybe the sewing chair is the route to look for. Thanks !
posted on November 7, 2009 04:39:22 PM new
These type of Rockers if I remember correctly were used by ladies to put their slippers on & shoes on it's also good for what Roadsmith said,
In our shop we had them labeled as Slipper Rocker. That's why it's low to the floor and a lady can sit on it very nicely.
A lady's slipper rocker is lower than most rockers, so a lady could easily slip her shoes back on without bending over, and no arms, so voluminous skirts could be shown to their full advantage.
posted on November 18, 2009 05:29:04 AM new
Toni , this is what the Stickley site sent me. Thanks for telling me they would help out.I thought I'd post it here incase anyone else needed this kind of help .
"The photographs sent to me reveal that your Slipper Rocker is Model #5071. It was part of Leopold and John George Stickley's Cherry Valley Collection made in Fayetteville, NY. The Cherry Valley Collection was a collection of Colonial Revival designs that were made soon after their very successful Handcraft line of Mission designs was discontinued in the 1920's. This rocker was in the line from 1928-1960. It was not designed necessarily for a child as slipper rockers were often used in front of a fireplace and was useful in keeping the legs warm and cozy while the sitter was sewing or crocheting.
Construction techniques such as dovetail crossrails, three drawer guides, tongue and groove glue joints, splined mirror joints, pinned mortise and tenon joinery were only a few of the features developed by L. & J. G. Stickley as this collection continued its popularity through the decades.
A year before his death in 1957, Leopold Stickley was proclaimed "Revered Dean of Cabinetmakers" by editors of magazines including FORTUNE and NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC and retailers such as Marshall Fields in Chicago and E. J. Audi in New York who was the largest Stickley dealer during those later years. Alfred Audi and his wife Aminy purchased the company in 1974 and have maintained the same commitment to craftsmanship begun by Leopold and John George Stickley many years ago.
Regarding the value of your furniture it is important to understand that the Cherry Valley Collection has not yet attained antique status. I believe that this furniture will be among the prized antiques of the future but we must wait another few decades. We must also be cautious not to confuse the value of the earlier Mission furniture with this collection. The two lines were separate and distinct.
The rocker is made of solid cherry.. From the photos it appears the piece still has the original finish. The exact condition of the finish cannot be determined from the photos and would be a significant factor in the value. For our purposes we are going to assume the finish is original and in good condition bearing marks and dents consistent with age. I am also assuming the chair joinery is not compromised.
I estimate the fair market value of this rocker from $300-$350. Hands on evaluation may reveal inconsistencies that may affect value so the fair market value indicated may not be indicative of an actual sale price.
I hope this helps. It is helpful to know the original finish is orange shellac and is very sensitive to cold or hot water, alcohol, heat, sunlight, plastic or vinyl so keep these things off the finish. If the finish is sticky or waxy simply clean it with mineral spirits. Follow with a fresh coat of paste wax using a quality wax containing beeswax. "
posted on November 18, 2009 05:58:21 AM new
I am so happy to know they took the time to give you all this information. This will be a great help when you list your rocker.
Also mention that the info you list came directly form the company and save the email, you might want to send it to the winner of the rocker.
I wish you all the best in your auction when you list it.
Thanks for posting the info they sent, it's nice to know. I myself have 3 slipper rockers that are in storage that I might check out also. I think they are great pieces to add style and comfort to any room.
