Sold 17 February 2025 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

This “19th Century Howard Style Armchair” found a buyer.

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Description

A 19th century Howard style armchair. Raised on walnut legs and the original casters.

Structurally in good order and for upholstery.

As with all our upholstered seating we do offer upholstery should you wish.

36cm seat height

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Howard Armchair to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

84cm (33.07")

Width

71cm (27.95")

Depth

88cm (34.65")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1106368

Dealers Internal Reference

1356

Description

A 19th century Howard style armchair. Raised on walnut legs and the original casters.

Structurally in good order and for upholstery.

As with all our upholstered seating we do offer upholstery should you wish.

36cm seat height

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Howard Armchair to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

84cm (33.07")

Width

71cm (27.95")

Depth

88cm (34.65")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1106368

Dealers Internal Ref

1356

About the Dealer

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Desired Effect Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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A front view of a 19th-century Howard style armchair upholstered in a patterned cream fabric with button tufting on the backrest and dark turned wooden legs with castors.

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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Telephone 07926 880796

Location

Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/desiredeffectltd

Verified Since Jun 2023

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialFabric, Beech, Brass, Horsehair
ColourBeige
MotifsButton tufting, Rolled arms, Turned legs, Castor wheels
SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 71 cm (28 in) x D 88 cm (35 in)

FAQs

Howard style armchairs are characterised by deep, comfortable proportions, low-slung rolled arms, and expert upholstery designed for maximum relaxation, often set on low turned timber legs with castors.

Authentic period armchairs feature sturdy beech or pine frames, traditional hand-tied coil spring systems, horsehair stuffing, and heavy calico or patterned textile covers secured with traditional tacking.

Authenticity is identified through traditional frame construction methods, hand-stitched internal webbing, age-related patination on the timber feet, and period-appropriate textile weaves without modern synthetic blends.

Pair the traditional silhouette with minimalist contemporary lighting and a neutral colour palette to create a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern simplicity.

Protect the fabric from direct sunlight to prevent fading, vacuum gently using a brush attachment to remove dust, and avoid harsh chemical cleaners on both the textile and the exposed wood.