Vintage Nichols & Stone Windsor Rocking Chair 1930s Signed Maker's Marks

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Vintage circa 1930s Nichols & Stone Co. Windsor Rocking Chair. Chair is in excellent condition with no weak or damaged … Read more Vintage circa 1930s Nichols & Stone Co. Windsor Rocking Chair. Chair is in excellent condition with no weak or damaged areas. Wood has been well cared for, well hydrated and preserved. Color is consistent throughout chair with only a small amount of fading from wear. Please see all photos in order to get a complete idea of detailing, condition, wood color, etc. Craftsmanship: Nichols & Stone remains Americas oldest furniture manufacturer dating back to 1762. Renowned for quality, solid wood construction, durable finishes, and classic American styles. The company was purchased by Stickley in 2008 and is produced today under the name Nichols & Stone by Stickley. These rockers are no longer in production under the Stickley line.
Distinctive Mark: Each piece features a shield burned into the wood, signifying solid wood construction and authenticity.

Rocker is extremely comfortable to sit in, as its curved back gives the right amount of support in the right places. Coupled with the tractor style shaped seat base, this makes a lovely place to simply sit and relax.

A bit of History on the chair and the manufacturer:
Nichols & Stone remains America's oldest furniture maker, tracing back to the Nichols Brothers Chair Manufactory in Massachusetts in 1762, becoming Nichols & Stone in 1894, known for solid wood Windsor chairs and rockers before its 2008 closure and acquisition by Stickley Furniture Company. They specialized in traditional, high-quality solid wood pieces, with a distinct shield brand, continuing their legacy under Stickley as a line of classic American furniture.
Key Milestones
1762: Nichols brothers start chair-making in Westminster, MA, establishing the foundation.
1894: Formal partnership forms with Reuben S. Stone, creating the Nichols & Stone brand.
Early 1900s: Business moves to Gardner, MA, and grows into a major manufacturer, surviving fires.
1930s-1980s: Generations of Nichols & Stones focus on marketing Windsor chairs and Boston rockers, building brand recognition.
2008: After 246 years, the original company closes due to market pressures, with Stickley acquiring their assets and designs to continue the brand.
Continued Production: The brand lives on as "Nichols & Stone by Stickley," offering dining, bedroom, and living room furniture in the traditional style See less