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Originals – All-Purpose Chair
Ercol’s All-Purpose Chair is a refined study in timeless, multifunctional design. First created in the 1950s by founder Lucian Ercolani, this contemporary classic slips effortlessly from dining room to workspace, its noble, unadorned silhouette enhancing any setting with quiet poise. An ergonomic, gently sculpted seat follows the body’s contours for lasting comfort, while the precise, minimal form highlights its purposeful versatility.
Shaped by over a century of British craftsmanship, the All-Purpose Chair reflects Ercol’s meticulous standards, still crafted in the woodlands of Buckinghamshire. Ercol was established in 1920 by Italian designer Lucian R Ercolani in High Wycombe, a historic centre of English furniture making, a legacy that continues to inform the brand’s commitment to quality and sustainability.
– Sustainable ash
– Available in a range of stains and coloured finishes
– Upholstered Seat Available
– Please view the product PDF for detailed product options
– Iconic Mid-Century Design
– Made in the UK
Originals – All-Purpose Chair
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The Maker /
Ercol
Ercol was founded in England in 1920 by a young Italian, Lucian Ercolani. His simple goal was to make furniture that was well designed and made in a good working environment by craftsmen who took real pride in their jobs.
Today, Ercol remains a family owned company committed to protecting and sharing its highly celebrated legacy. This is achieved through a time-honoured commitment to innovation in manufacturing and design.
The Designer /
Lucian Ercolani
The son of an Italian picture frame maker at the world-renowned Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Lucian Ercolani moved with his family from Tuscany to London in the 1890s. After earning his credentials as a furniture designer, Lucian went on to launch his own company in 1920, which later became known as Ercol.
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Ercol Lara Chairs at The Chapel of St. Peter by Stevens Lawson Architects
We are delighted to share the images of the newly completed Chapel of St. Peter at Auckland School St. Peter's College. It has been a privilege to be involved in providing the furniture for a stunning new piece of New Zealand architecture.
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