Ercol furniture can be identified by a label, stamp, or badge, depending on the year that it was made. The pieces from the 1950s to the 1970s would each have a small, square label that is blue and silver. This maker’s mark evolved to the most recent centenary logos which has the Ercol lion.
Is there a market for ercol furniture?
There is a strong market for secondhand Ercol furniture on eBay. I recommend eBay for anyone who wants to buy or sell Ercol. As a buyer you will get the widest choice and the best prices. As as seller you will get the best price.
What wood is ercol furniture made from?
Ercol furniture is made from high quality timber including hard woods, ash, walnut and oak, to name just a few. The wood is most often sourced from North America and Europe, whilst their fabrics are produced in mills in Belgium, Italy and beyond.
Is ercol furniture made in UK?
ercol has been designing and manufacturing furniture in Buckinghamshire since its formation 100 years ago in 1920. A British brand, all of our ranges are designed and developed by our in-house design team based in Princes Risborough. Country of manufacture can be seen on individual product pages.
Is Ercol furniture solid wood?
ercol work with solid wood and wood veneers. We use elm, beech, ash, oak and walnut. All ercol furniture has a coat of lacquer to protect the furniture in normal use, whilst allowing the beauty of the timber to show through.
When was Ercol furniture made?
1920
ercol was founded in 1920 by a young Italian, Lucian Ercolani, whose simple goal was to make furniture that was well designed and made in a good working environment by craftsmen who took pride in their work.
What does ercol blue label mean?
the date of manufacture
The blue label is not specific to a particular Ercol range, it is simply an indication of the date of manufacture. Very roughly, blue labels were used from 1954 to 1976 and the gold labels from 1977 to 1995.
What is an ercol desk?
Ideal for your laptop or as a writing desk, our ercol desks will add a touch of style to any home office or working space. Our console tables are ideal as a hall table or telephone table and make an attractive addition to any home.
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What nationality is ercol?
British
Ercol is the name of a British furniture manufacturer. The firm dates back to 1920, when it was established in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, as Furniture Industries by Lucian Ercolani (1888–1976).
Where is ercol based?
Princes Risborough
The ercol Design Studio is based here in Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire where our Head Office and Factory are based. The design team work in a highly creative environment to bring you the very best in British design.
