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A Very Fine Howard and Sons Style Upholstered Armchair, C1910
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A Very Fine Howard and Sons Style Upholstered Armchair, C1910

1900 - 1920
Sold 28 August 2025 · Gilt and Gesso
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A Very Fine Howard and Sons Style Upholstered Armchair, C1910.

A handsome early 20th century English armchair in the style of Howard and Sons, a fine quality workshop made chair of exquisite design and shape.

Acquired by us over 20 years ago during the refurbishment of the Dorchester Hotel Apartments on Park Lane in London where it is believed to have been from new and originally from Harrods. The serviced apartments were to the side of the hotel which I understand are now hotel rooms, often leased as furnished London pied a terre 2nd homes. We were fortunate to buy this and others at the time around 2005 ish.

An excellent quality English country house aesthetic armchair, in the Howard and Sons Grafton style, made to excellent and exacting standards, typically by one of the London workshops around 1900 ish, no stamp but with original castors to the front upon mahogany legs.

Upholstered in an excellent quality cotton fabric 20 years ago which is still considered in good condition, no tears but shows signs of wear and use that may require a clean. Please note that we had a professional repair recently to an arm, which had 2 breaks due to exuberant boys, this has been a family chair for the last 20 years, the restorer unpicked the fabric to access the arms and not cut fabric, this can easily be stitched back but, we shall leave as it is to allow the buyer to decide whether to remove fabric and reupholster or not.

A superbly stylish English country house chair of great quality and design, a practical armchair for a day or bedroom with loose squab cushions, an interior design chair for a classic or contemporary space.

Dimensions

Length 85cm

Height 68-69cm

Width 80cm

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We operate a weekly delivery service into London and surrounding areas of M25 for only £40 plus any relevant congestion charges, please enquire.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service for only £75, please enquire for Scotland.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Howard and Sons Armchair to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1161628
Description
A Very Fine Howard and Sons Style Upholstered Armchair, C1910.
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A handsome early 20th century English armchair in the style of Howard and Sons, a fine quality workshop made chair of exquisite design and shape.
Gilt and Gesso
fig 1. A profile view of an Edwardian beige upholstered armchair with rolled arms and short wooden legs fitted with brass castors.
fig 1. A Very Fine Howard and Sons Style Upholstered Armchair, C1910

Acquired by us over 20 years ago during the refurbishment of the Dorchester Hotel Apartments on Park Lane in London where it is believed to have been from new and originally from Harrods. The serviced apartments were to the side of the hotel which I understand are now hotel rooms, often leased as furnished London pied a terre 2nd homes. We were fortunate to buy this and others at the time around 2005 ish.

fig 2. A profile view of an Edwardian beige upholstered armchair with rolled arms and short wooden legs fitted with brass castors.
fig 2. A Very Fine Howard and Sons Style Upholstered Armchair, C1910

An excellent quality English country house aesthetic armchair, in the Howard and Sons Grafton style, made to excellent and exacting standards, typically by one of the London workshops around 1900 ish, no stamp but with original castors to the front upon mahogany legs.

fig 3. A profile view of an Edwardian beige upholstered armchair with rolled arms and short wooden legs fitted with brass castors.
fig 3. A Very Fine Howard and Sons Style Upholstered Armchair, C1910

Upholstered in an excellent quality cotton fabric 20 years ago which is still considered in good condition, no tears but shows signs of wear and use that may require a clean. Please note that we had a professional repair recently to an arm, which had 2 breaks due to exuberant boys, this has been a family chair for the last 20 years, the restorer unpicked the fabric to access the arms and not cut fabric, this can easily be stitched back but, we shall leave as it is to allow the buyer to decide whether to remove fabric and reupholster or not.

fig 4. A profile view of an Edwardian beige upholstered armchair with rolled arms and short wooden legs fitted with brass castors.
fig 4. A Very Fine Howard and Sons Style Upholstered Armchair, C1910

A superbly stylish English country house chair of great quality and design, a practical armchair for a day or bedroom with loose squab cushions, an interior design chair for a classic or contemporary space.

fig 5. A profile view of an Edwardian beige upholstered armchair with rolled arms and short wooden legs fitted with brass castors.
fig 5. A Very Fine Howard and Sons Style Upholstered Armchair, C1910

Dimensions

Length 85cm

Height 68-69cm

Width 80cm

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We operate a weekly delivery service into London and surrounding areas of M25 for only £40 plus any relevant congestion charges, please enquire.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service for only £75, please enquire for Scotland.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Howard and Sons Armchair to the 1910s.

Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161628
Gilt and Gesso
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialUpholstery fabric, beech wood, brass castors
  • ColourBeige
  • MotifsRolled arms, Squared backrest, Tapered wooden legs, Brass castors
  • SizeH 68 cm (27 in) x W 80 cm (31 in) x D 85 cm (33 in)

FAQs

Howard and Sons armchairs are characterised by their deep-sprung comfort, low profiles, rolled arms, and meticulous traditional upholstery techniques originating from the Victorian and Edwardian periods.

Authentic period armchairs typically feature sturdy beech frames, coiled steel spring systems, horsehair stuffing, hessian webbing, and down-filled cushions.

Authenticity is often verified through stamped manufacturer markings on the back legs, numbered brass castors, specific ticking fabric linings, and traditional hand-tacked joinery.

This seating style anchors contemporary living spaces by introducing textural contrast and historical depth, pairing well with minimalist architectural elements and neutral colour palettes.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming with a low-suction attachment, professional dry cleaning for fabric maintenance, and keeping the piece away from direct sunlight to prevent fibre degradation.
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