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Vintage Ercol Model 317 ‘Grandfather’ Tub Chair

The ultimate, indulgent seat, Ercol’s model 317 ‘Grandfather’ tub chair is a design classic, originating in 1955 and made through to 1995, such was its enduring popularity. With a large, fanning back, low seat and wide, welcoming arms, there’s room to curl up. It has generous, over-sized proportions for gentle, enveloping relaxation. As you would expect from Ercol, it’s an expertly constructed piece with many of their signature features from the bentwood back to the striking spindles to the upturned, curved arms to the comfort. As is the way with timeless design, it would look as at home in a mixed-style interior as it would a midcentury-inspired house to a traditional country cottage.

SKU: S650

Description

This is an original, vintage chair that is ‘sold as seen’. It is in good, used condition. We have checked and cleaned the chair, applying a natural beeswax to nourish the wood and restore some low sheen shine but otherwise the finish is original. The chair does have signs of wear and tear. This is mainly concentrated on the arms, as you would expect, where the finish has worn and faded somewhat with use. We’ve shown this in our photos. The aging and wear is superficial – blemishes, faded patches, light surface marks here and there. Do browse our numerous photos for an accurate sense of its order. The chair was intended to have a thick, custom-fit seat cushion about 3-4 inches tall. These are frequently discarded for a more contemporary look but as a consequence the seat height is low without a cushion of some sort. The poppers are still in place at the back and underneath if you wanted to add official Ercol cushions. As you would expect from Ercol, it’s superbly constructed in solid wood. There are no wobbles or joint concerns. The round gold Ercol sticker is affixed underneath, dating the chair to the 1980s.

Dimensions
H: 94cm / Arm W: 75cm / D: 76cm / Seat H: 28.5cm from ground / Seat W: 53cm

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