Object number
2000/23/1-2
Description
This rocking chair has a removable seat which acts as a lid to a storage space below. It has a box shape with high back and wings, and arm rests with rounded ends. The cushion is fixed to the lid and is covered in a dark tapestry embroidery. The chair was thought to have originated in the north of England, and was called a 'Shepherd's' rocking chair by the donor.
Physical description
1 rocking chair with cushion: wood
Archival history
MERL 'Handwritten accession' form (Museum of English Rural Life) – 'Rocking Chair // Description // Large rocking chair made of wood. It has a box shape with high back and wings. The arm rests have rounded ends. The seat can be lifted out and acts as a lid to a storage space below. The cushion is fixed to the lid and covered in a multi-coloured tapestry embroidery which has a dark background. // Dimensions // Height of chair: 109cm // Width at back: 55cm // Width at arms: 62cm // Height of seat: 40cm // Associated information // This chair originated from the donor's husband's family and was possibly purchased in the north of England. // It was called a "Shepherd's" rocking chair by the donor.'
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