Who Bought Art Van 2020

A Delaware bankruptcy judge approved the roughly $6 million sale of the name to VEC LLC, an investment firm controlled by Gary Van Elslander — the son of the late founder Art Van Elslander — and the family office, on Feb.

Who founded Art Van Furniture?

Archie Van Elslander, the founder of Art Van Furniture, has died at age 87. Company spokeswoman Diane Charles said Van Elslander, known as Art Van, had cancer.

Is Art Van Furniture out of business?

At the time (mid 2017), the company was riding high: It was immensely profitable, growing fast, entering new markets, and looked poised to double its growth and cement its standing as a regional powerhouse in the furniture industry. Last week, the company announced it is closing its doors forever.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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