We're big fans of Merrow Associates, although most pieces on eBay are either overpriced or the same designs over and over again. This Merrow Associates rosewood and chrome sideboard is something a little different – it seems to be a one off piece.
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eBay watch: 1970s Howard Miller for MDA coffee table
In terms of classic British design, Merrow Associates is the most overpriced brand you'll find on eBay. Not that long ago, you would be able to pick up the main pieces in charity shops for modest prices. These days, even the most common design is pushing £1,000. Someone even has the cheek to be asking over £20 for a photocopied old catalogue. Yet similar labels are still much cheaper and of similar quality, as this Howard Miller for MDA coffee table shows.
At first glance, this is a Merrow Associates design, sharing the same industrial-style detailing as well as the chrome, rosewood and glass construction. Except this is actually the work of another British company operating at the same time and servicing the same market – Howard Miller of Miller Design Associates.
In 'excellent clean condition', it's on a buy it now of £295 or you can make an offer. There's also a trolley on eBay by the same maker for £175. If you like the look, but don't like the Merrow prices, it's a label worth seeking out…until everyone cottons on and the prices fly up.
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eBay watch: Merrow Associates drinks trolley
Not the rarest item in the company's range, but this Merrow Associates drinks trolley is certainly one of the more functional item.
Produced from the mid-60s and sold in the likes of Harrods and Heals, Merrow Associates had a reputation for well-made, good quality furnishings. It's that reputation that makes them collectible to this day.
This trolley dates from around 1970 and this particular one has a teak veneer as opposed to rosewood, plus all that stylish chrome and glass. According to the seller, there is some chrome flaking and a little bit of veneer damage, but at £250 (or 'best offer'), the price is about right.
eBay watch: 1960s Merrow Associates-style rosewood coffee table
The seller claims it 'may be an early piece by Merrow Associates'. We don't think it is, but this rosewood coffee table is certainly a good buy.
Dating back to the 1960s, it has that wonderful rosewood frame, supporting a smoked glass top. There is also storage either side of a central stabliser, along with recessed castors.
The seller claims that there's a tiny scratch along the bottom edge, while tow of the glass pads need replacing. Minor things in other words. Which makes the £49.99 price tag a real bargain.
