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19th Century Howard & Sons Armchair
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19th Century Howard & Sons Armchair

19th century
Sold 2 May 2025 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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A mid 19th century Howard & Sons armchair c1860. The walnut frame retaining its original horse hair filling and cotton lining. Splayed back legs with the original Cope & Collinson casters and the left back leg with the stock number 12061-1077.

Structurally in good solid order and ready for a fresh top cover.

At some point in its life the front legs have been replaced. This is something we can change for period correct Howard reproduction legs and 19th century Copes casters.

Not one for the purists perhaps but its still a good model by one of the top makers.

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

30cm seat height

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Howard and Sons Armchair to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1137547
Dealers Internal Reference
1486
Description
A mid 19th century Howard & Sons armchair c1860. The walnut frame retaining its original horse hair filling and cotton lining.
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Splayed back legs with the original Cope & Collinson casters and the left back leg with the stock number 12061-1077.
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
fig 1. An antique nineteenth-century Howard and Sons armchair with worn red patterned fabric and exposed hessian stuffing over turned wooden legs with brass castors.
fig 1. 19th Century Howard & Sons Armchair

Structurally in good solid order and ready for a fresh top cover.

At some point in its life the front legs have been replaced. This is something we can change for period correct Howard reproduction legs and 19th century Copes casters.

Not one for the purists perhaps but its still a good model by one of the top makers.

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

30cm seat height

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Howard and Sons Armchair to the Victorian era.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1137547
Dealers Internal Ref
1486
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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.

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

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19th Century Howard & Sons Armchair

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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07926 880796
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Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/desiredeffectltd
Verified Since Jun 2023
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An antique nineteenth-century Howard and Sons armchair with worn red patterned fabric and exposed hessian stuffing over turned wooden legs with brass castors.
19th century Howard & Sons armchair
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Hessian, Horsehair stuffing, Cotton upholstery
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsTurned wooden legs, Brass castors, Deep-sprung upholstery, Button tufting
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 71 cm (28 in) x D 80 cm (31 in)

FAQs

Howard and Sons armchairs originated in Victorian England, celebrated for their deep proportions, exceptional comfort, and expert stuffing techniques using traditional materials like horsehair and wool.

Authentic period armchairs typically feature sturdy beech or hardwood frames, traditionally sprung seats with coil springs, and multi-layered stuffing secured with hessian and twine.

Authentication relies on identifying specific makers marks, such as stamped brass castors, serial numbers stamped on the rear legs, and characteristic structural framing methods.

Pairing a traditional upholstered armchair with contemporary lighting and minimalist surrounding decor creates a striking balance of historical texture and modern simplicity.

Protect antique upholstery from direct sunlight to prevent textile degradation, and use professional conservation cleaning methods to maintain the integrity of delicate historical fabrics.
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