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Superb Howard & Sons Portarlington Sofa
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Superb Howard & Sons Portarlington Sofa

1900 - 1920
Sold 24 September 2024 · William James Antiques
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A superb early 20th century Howard & Sons Portarlington model sofa. Having siege de duvet to the arms and back with feather and down seat cushions giving the ultimate comfort. Raised on mahogany acanthus carved front legs terminating in fabulous ball and claw feet. Newly re-upholstered in H&S monogrammed ticking. Stamped, English, Circa 1910.

Dimensions: Height: 87.5 cm - 34 1/2 Inches, Width: 181.5 cm - 71 1/2 Inches, Depth: 91.5 cm - 36 Inches

Price inclusive of courier delivery within England & Wales

Date of Manufacture

William James Antiques has dated this Howard and Sons Sofa to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87.5cm (34.45")
Width
181.5cm (71.46")
Depth
91.5cm (36.02")
Reference Numbers
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SA1046521
Description
A superb early 20th century Howard & Sons Portarlington model sofa.
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Having siege de duvet to the arms and back with feather and down seat cushions giving the ultimate comfort.
William James Antiques

Raised on mahogany acanthus carved front legs terminating in fabulous ball and claw feet. Newly re-upholstered in H&S monogrammed ticking. Stamped, English, Circa 1910.

Dimensions: Height: 87.5 cm - 34 1/2 Inches, Width: 181.5 cm - 71 1/2 Inches, Depth: 91.5 cm - 36 Inches

Price inclusive of courier delivery within England & Wales

Date of Manufacture

William James Antiques has dated this Howard and Sons Sofa to the Edwardian era.

Height
87.5cm (34.45")
Width
181.5cm (71.46")
Depth
91.5cm (36.02")
Reference Numbers
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SA1046521
William James Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2010
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An antique Victorian upholstered sofa covered in teal patterned fabric, featuring rolled arms and carved wooden legs with castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Coltishall
Norfolk
United Kingdom

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An antique Victorian upholstered sofa covered in teal patterned fabric, featuring rolled arms and carved wooden legs with castors.
Superb Howard & Sons Portarlington Sofa
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An antique Victorian upholstered sofa covered in teal patterned fabric, featuring rolled arms and carved wooden legs with castors.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSofas
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Cotton, Horsehair, Beech
  • ColourTeal
  • MotifsRolled arms, Carved cabriole legs, Patterned textile upholstery
  • SizeH 87.5 cm (34 in) x W 181.5 cm (71 in) x D 91.5 cm (36 in)

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Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming with a low-suction attachment, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent textile fading, and employing professional upholstery cleaners for periodic maintenance.

Pairing a historic patterned settee with neutral walls, minimalist lighting, and contemporary side tables creates a balanced, layered aesthetic that highlights the traditional craftsmanship.

Verification involves checking for stamped manufacturer names on the brass castors, serial numbers inscribed on the back legs, traditional webbing materials, and signature upholstery tacking.

Authentic period sofas typically utilise hand-tied coil spring systems, horsehair stuffing, webbed foundations, and dense beech frames supported by turned mahogany or walnut legs.

Howard and Sons furniture is characterised by exceptional craftsmanship, deep comfort, and distinctively shaped scrolled arms, often featuring tapered legs with brass castors and makers stamps.
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