Heal's
Ercol Originals Love Seat Dead Matt Elm - Heal's UK Bedroom Furniture
£755
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Description
As inspiration for the Love seat, founder Lucian Ercolani looked to the traditional craft of the Chiltern Hills and those areas surrounding his first factory in High Wycombe. Lovingly crafted to capture that same passion and quality of the original designs, to this day each piece is made within the company's British headquarters by expert craftsmen using only the highest quality hard woods. The iconic profile of the Love seat is a combination of classic British furniture and Mid-century style, giving the Windsor chair a contemporary makeover. The smooth plank formed seat features subtle curved indentation to provide a comfortable sit for a number of guests. A traditional spindle backrest is formed from a row of individual beech poles, each turned to create a soft feel that securely wedges into the frame before joining to the gently bowed top bar. Four splayed and tapered legs are joined by supporting bars, with each piece of the love seat in combination creating a solid chair that can easily accommodate two to three people around a the dinner table.
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About Heal's
A Rich Legacy in Furniture Design
Heal's is a well-known British furniture store with a history that spans over 200 years. It began in 1810 when John Harris Heal and his son started a business for feather products but soon moved into furniture.
By the 1900s, almost everyone in London knew Heal's for its great furniture. Interestingly, they were also among the first to sell electric lights in Britain. During World War II, their main store even helped by making parachutes for soldiers.
Influences and Design Philosophy
A significant part of Heal's story is Sir Ambrose Heal, who worked there for 60 years, from 1893 to 1953. He had a unique idea combine the beautiful designs from the Arts and Crafts Movement with affordable manufacturing.
This meant more people could buy well-designed furniture without breaking the bank. If you visit the Heal's store on Tottenham Court Road in London, you'll see a cool spiral staircase and a statue of a bronze cat, both of which show off the company's unique style.
Modern Expansion and Growth
While Heal's has a long history, they're always looking forward. In 2001, a company named Wittington Investments bought Heal's, helping it to grow and open stores in many cities, including Manchester and Leeds.
They've also started selling products online, aiming to be a modern e-commerce store with physical showrooms. Their main Tottenham Court Road store celebrated 200 years in 2018. Recently, they revamped it, making it even better for shoppers.