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Antique Howard and Sons Armchair - Taupe Velvet
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Antique Howard and Sons Armchair - Taupe Velvet

19th century
Sold 14 August 2025 · Kontrast Antiques
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Description

Antique Howard and Sons Armchair - Taupe Velvet.

(Pre 1899)

Traditionally Upholstered with a sprung seat and horsehair fillings.

Turned Mahogany front legs with gilt brass ring castors which are stamped Howard and sons.

The back legs are splayed with gilt brass castors which are also stamped Howard and Sons.

Number Stamped in the correct place.

Width 78cm x Depth 85cm x Height 89cm.

With a seat width of 46cm, seat depth of 56cm and seat height of 40cm.

The velvet is sun bleached to the extremities with the original colour remaining to the back of the seat and the lower back.

If you'd like this reupholstering, let us know, as we do offer this alongside the buying process.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Declaration

Kontrast Antiques has dated this Taupe Velvet Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1081605
Dealers Internal Reference
Howard and Sons taupe velvet
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Description
Antique Howard and Sons Armchair - Taupe Velvet.

(Pre 1899)

Traditionally Upholstered with a sprung seat and horsehair fillings.

Turned Mahogany front legs with gilt brass ring castors which are stamped Howard and sons.

fig 1. An antique armchair upholstered in taupe velvet features a button-tufted backrest, scrolled arms, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.
fig 1. Antique Howard and Sons Armchair - Taupe Velvet

The back legs are splayed with gilt brass castors which are also stamped Howard and Sons.

Number Stamped in the correct place.

Width 78cm x Depth 85cm x Height 89cm.

With a seat width of 46cm, seat depth of 56cm and seat height of 40cm.

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The velvet is sun bleached to the extremities with the original colour remaining to the back of the seat and the lower back.
Kontrast Antiques

If you'd like this reupholstering, let us know, as we do offer this alongside the buying process.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Date of Manufacture

Kontrast Antiques has dated this Taupe Velvet Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1081605
Dealers Internal Ref
Howard and Sons taupe velvet
Kontrast Antiques
Kontrast Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2023

Here at kontrast.antiques, we mainly concentrate on antique english country house sofas & armchairs. Especially howard & sons seating.

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Antique Howard and Sons Armchair - Taupe Velvet

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Carlinghow Mills
Bradford Road
Batley
West Yorkshire
WF17 8LL
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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Items For Sale 142
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An antique armchair upholstered in taupe velvet features a button-tufted backrest, scrolled arms, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.
Antique Howard and Sons Armchair - Taupe Velvet
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialVelvet, Mahogany, Brass
  • ColourTaupe
  • MotifsButton-tufted backrest, Turned wooden legs, Brass castors, Scrolled arms
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 78 cm (31 in) x D 85 cm (33 in)

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Howard and Sons armchairs originated in the 19th century, renowned for their exceptional upholstery, deeply sprung comfort, low-slung profiles, and turned mahogany legs fitted with stamped brass castors.

Authentic period armchairs typically feature hand-tied coil spring systems, horsehair stuffing, webbed foundations, solid hardwood frames such as beech or mahogany, and luxury textile coverings like velvet or ticking.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the internal webbing, hand-stitching, frame timber ageing, and specifically looking for stamped brass castors, makers paper labels, or serial numbers stamped into the wood.

Pairing a traditional velvet armchair with contemporary minimalist furnishings, architectural lighting, and neutral architectural backdrops creates a sophisticated balance of historical texture and modern simplicity.

Protect antique velvet from direct sunlight to prevent pile fading and fibre degradation, brush gently with the grain using a soft bristle brush, and utilise professional textile conservators for deep cleaning.
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