Fassett, Elias de Gruchy (1718-82)
Fassett, Elias de Gruchy, Hoxton, London, upholder (1718–d. 1782). Trading at Hoxton Sq. in 1781. Son of John Fassett, tanner of Southton; app. to Robert Hall on 5 July 1718, and admitted freeman of the Upholders’ Co. by servitude on 3 January 1733. Father of William Fassett, admitted freeman of the Upholders’ Co. in 1757. [GL, Upholders’ Co. records]
The original entry from Dictionary of English Furniture Makers, 1660-1840 can be found at British History Online.