Lot 569 John F. Kennedy White House Rocking Chair with Photograph

John F. Kennedy suffered from chronic back pain throughout most of his life. Despite having very dangerous back surgery, the pain was never fully relieved, but rocking chairs proved to be the most comfortable seating for Kennedy. He commissioned approximately twelve chairs which were divided among his various residences. Several were placed in the White House including this one, which was placed in Evelyn Lincoln's office where the President, as well as many dignitaries that visited, used the chair. As evidenced in photographs, it was oftn re-located to the Oval Office for the President's use.

1. Stained wooden rocking chair with mauve-colored cushions. Branded underneath the left arm rest is the following text: "Manufacturer of the Original Carolina Rocker P & P Chair Company Attleboro, North Carolina." The cushions which pad the arm rests, the seat and the backrest are slightly faded. The seat and backrest cushions contain slight indentations. The indentation on the backrest cushion is believed to have resulted from the pressure of the President's backbrace. Good condition. 45 x 33 x 27
2. Framed color photograph of President Kennedy playing with his son in front of the above mentioned rocking chair. Good condition. 12 1/2 x 14 1/4.