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Rare Victorian Era Solid Oak Eastlake Rocker on castors-Sunburst Crest - $300
condition:
good
make / manufacturer:
Eastlake
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Circa 1890-1910 — Museum-quality late Victorian era rocking chair with signature sunburst crest and Eastlake details. Heavy solid oak construction (Tiger Oak grain). PROFESSIONALLY UPHOLSTERED WITHIN LAST 10 YEARS in luxurious red/gold fabric. Rolling rockers with casters.
PERFECT FOR: Antique collectors, Victorian home restoration, reading nook, master bedroom, or film/period set decoration.
LOCATION: Plano or Sherman
LOCAL PICKUP ONLY — I WILL NOT SHIP
PRICE: $400 FIRM (serious inquiries only, no trades)
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MEASUREMENTS:
• Total Height: 40-41" (to top of crest)
• Width (outer arms): 25-26"
• Seat Width: 21"
• Seat Depth: 19-20"
• Arm Height: ~22-24" from floor
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✨ KEY FEATURES:
✓ Solid oak frame with beautiful tiger grain pattern
✓ Signature sunburst fan crest with carved rosette center
✓ Eastlake geometric "X" carving on armrest ends
✓ Button-tufted back cushion (4 decorative buttons)
✓ Matching throw pillow included with tassels
✓ **RECENTLY UPHOLSTERED (within last 10 years) — premium red/gold fabric**
✓ Decorative braided trim on all edges
✓ Rolling rockers with brass casters (won't scratch floors)
✓ Smooth rocking action verified
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CONDITION:
✔️ STRUCTURAL: Solid, sturdy, no wobble. All joints tight.
✔️ WOOD: Authentic aged patina with honest wear. Minor surface scratches consistent with 100+ year age. No cracks or splits.
✔️ UPHOLSTERY: **EXCELLENT—recently re-upholstered** (last 10 years). Rich red/gold fabric with beautiful pattern. Taut, vibrant, no tears, stains, or burns. Braiding intact. Buttons secure.
✔️ MECHANISM: Rollers/casters functional. Smooth glide when rocked.
❌ MINOR FLAWS: Some finish wear on crest rail and arm tops (visible in photos). Nothing structural—this is antique furniture showing authentic age.
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PHOTOS INCLUDED:
All angles shown—front, back, sides, crest detail, arm carvings, **fabric closeups showing red/gold pattern**, measurements, base/rockers. What you see is what you get.
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PAYMENT & PICKUP DETAILS:
• Payment: CASH ONLY upon pickup
• Pickup: Available weekends (Sat-Sun) 10am-4pm, weekdays by appointment
• Location: Safe public meeting spot
• Please: Confirm pickup date/time before coming. No-shows will relist.
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PLEASE NOTE:
• NO SHIPPING—local pickup only
• NO LOWBALL OFFERS ($300 messages will be ignored)
• NO TRADES—cash sale only
• FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED—don't ask to "hold"
• This is an antique—showing age appropriately. Not reproduction.
• FABRIC IS RECENT REPLACEMENT (last 10 years)—original Victorian-era upholstery would be fragile, so this was professionally renewed for durability and beauty
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Serious collectors or decorators only. This chair is a true vintage piece—rare to find in this condition with the sunburst crest design. The recent upholstery means you won't need to spend money restoring it—ready to use immediately. Comparable pieces sell for $600-800 on Etsy/eBay; I'm pricing fair for quick local sale.
Thanks for looking!