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Re: Honderich Furniture Co
I just found out I have a desk and cedar chest made by them. Here is what I found out about the company.In 1911 Messrs. C.R. Honderich and sons, Norman and William and Mr. A. Eydt built a large and commodious furniture factory at the CPR station for the manufacture of cedar chests, kitchen cabinets and bookcases.
Christian Honderich and his planing mill partner, August Eidt, founded the H.E. Furniture Company. The first shipment of kitchen cabinets was made on April 13, 1913. In 1917, the firm added cedar chests to their line. The cedar chest line was decided upon on the same basis as the kitchen cabinets - practically all Canadian demand was being satisfied by US-based manufacturers. In 1926, the H.E. Furniture Company became the Honderich Furniture Company. The company manufactured, at various times, desks, book cases (beautful glass door pieces, "occasional furniture" (coffee tables, end tables, etc), and dining room suites. The furniture was enduringly practical, modest (for the most part) and affordable. There was certainly a pride associated with its manufacture. The furniture was primarily constructed using solid walnut and walnut veneers. In 1967 the factory was sold to Messrs. Dow and Kirkham (Fry & Blackhall, Wingham) who operated it under the Honderich name. In 1969, the plant was sold to Electrohome. It was in Milverton, Ontario
Re: Honderich Furniture Co
Wow - I have the exact same set! I was happy to find a little information about it. Would be great to know what its worth and what year it's from...I'm guessing late 50s? I am lucky enough to have a hutch that goes with it though I couldn't say if they were sold as a 'set'.