60’s Original Ercol Windsor Grandfather Beech & Elm Rocking Chair
Original Ercol Windsor Grandfather Beech & Elm Rocking Chair, 60’s
Rare Original Mid-Century blonde Ercol Windsor Grandfather Beech & Elm Rocking Chair, by Lucian Randolph Ercolani for Ercol, England 1960's. Model No 315.
The design is based on the English windsor chair.
True collector’s item.
‘Rocking in style.’
Dimensions:
Height: 95 cm
Width: 73 cm
Depth: 80 cm
Seat Height: 32 cm
Rare Ercol Grandfather Rocking Chair (Model 315)
designed by the renowned Lucian Ercolani in celebration of the 'Windsor' chair maker in High Wycombe during the late 1960s. Ercol furniture is celebrated for its exceptional design, high-quality materials, and superior craftsmanship, making it a highly sought-after collectible.
Featuring a solid English elm saddle seat, providing both comfort and durability, steam-bent frame and armrests in beech, known for its strength and flexibility. Finished in a beautiful Ercol ‘Light / Blonde Finish’ that enhances the natural beauty of the wood.
This rocking chair, no longer in production, represents the high quality synonymous with Ercol furniture. An exceptional addition to any vintage furniture collection, this piece is built to last and cherished for generations.
“…Imposing, comfortable, inviting. There is no more restful and relaxing way of whiling away the time than rocking. When you rock, you soothe away the stress and strain of the working day, gently exercising your muscles without tiring your feet and back. And even the most energetic rocker can never tip over backwards in a chair of Ercol design thanks to the specially designed skids.”
- Ercol Catalogue
(it appears in the catalogue of 1956, 1965 and 1978)
The iconic British furniture brand Ercol is celebrated not only for its blend of quality craftsmanship but also for its stylish designs. Since 1920, this family business has been producing hand-crafted furniture that has stood the test of time, becoming more than just a household name. As one of the few leading British post-war furniture manufacturers still in operation today, Ercol is renowned for its innovation and pioneering approach to furniture making, setting market trends with their distinctive features and materials.
This exquisite rocking chair showcases larger exaggerated dimensions and features the famous Windsor-shaped back and a low seat. Crafted with a solid elm seat and sturdy beech frames, the rocker skids are specially designed to prevent tipping over backward. An embodiment of Ercol’s commitment to excellence, this chair is a testament to their enduring legacy in furniture design.
Condition:
The rocking chair is in very good fully refurbished condition.
Ercol
Ten-year-old Lucian Ercolani and his family moved from Tuscany to London in the late 1800s. He later graduated from Salvation Army schooling to attend night college, learning the furniture trade in Shoreditch. The young apprentice soon found work with Frederick Parker, a leading figure in British furniture and the founder of Parker Knoll, one of the most largest furniture businesses of the day.
In 1920 Ercolani founded his own business called Ercol. As the designer, Lucian created timeless furniture designs celebrated for their soft, sculptural curves and ground-breaking use of bentwood. In 1964, Lucian was awarded an OBE (Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) for his notable contributions to British design and manufacturing.In 2010 Lucian was posthumously awarded the prestigious Design Guild Mark for his legacy of work. Ercolani helped popularise the break from the heavy, ornate pre-war styles towards a new clean lined, simple elegance.
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Restoration Process:
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VINTAGE CONDITIONS:
excellent - Like new, exhibiting minimal to no indications of wear, with scarcely any visible signs of age or use.
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fair - Exhibits more pronounced scratches, including lighter ones in many prominent areas (e.g., the top of a sideboard). Leather may show tears and stress marksUnfortunately we currently only deliver in Cape Town area, but you are welcome to arrange courier on your side, we can also arrange on your behalf.
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