1940s Hoop-Back Windsor utility dining chair, shellac finished. Manufactured under the Board of Trade’s strict wartime Utility Furniture scheme, this chair features the highly sought-after, original heat-branded stamp on the back: "F221 CC41 66".
F221: The iconic early hoop-back design pattern by Lucian Ercolani (Ercol).
CC41: The famous British wartime utility "Pacman" / "Two Cheeses" mark.
66: The official government factory code assigned to Parker Knoll, who manufactured this Ercol design pattern under wartime raw material rationing.
Approximate Dimensions:
Total Height: 89cm Seat Height: 45 cm Width: 36.5cm Depth: 38cm
Condition & Restoration:The chair has been structurally checked, gently cleaned, and sympathetically finished with traditional shellac to protect the wood while preserving its beautiful, deep aged patina.
The historic factory stamps have been left entirely untouched and are completely legible. The solid elm seat and beech frame are structurally sound, sturdy, and free from loose joints or major defects.A perfect standalone statement piece or a rare addition for an early mid-century modern collector.
