Howard Style Armchair 1900 - 1920 | Sellingantiques.co.uk

Name: Howard Style Armchair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1199501
Price: 1500 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period1900 - 1920
StyleVictorian
MaterialWood, Calico, Horsehair, Brass
ColourNeutral
MotifsScrolled arms, Turned front legs, Brass castors, Deep seat
SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 76 cm (30 in) x D 88 cm (35 in)

This Edwardian Howard style armchair exhibits a classic English Country House aesthetic, constructed from wood, calico, horsehair, and brass. The upholstered frame displays a deep seat paired with scrolled arms, an exposed grey-brown horsehair back, brown hessian-covered arm pads, and a clean neutral white calico seat cover. Turned wooden front legs terminate in functional brass castors that allow easy movement across floor surfaces, while the visible interior materials highlight traditional construction methods and period wear consistent with its heritage. Measuring 89 cm high, 76 cm wide, and 88 cm deep, the chair provides generous proportions for everyday lounging. Position this piece within a living room, a study, or a bedroom sitting area to bring historical character and relaxed comfort to the interior scheme. The neutral tones coordinate with various palettes, allowing the armchair to function as a focal seating option next to a fireplace or within a reading corner. Daily use benefits from the deep cushion design and supportive backrest, creating a welcoming spot for relaxation in traditional or eclectic homes.

FAQs

A Howard style armchair is a classic upholstered seating design based on original models produced by the 19th-century British cabinetmaker Howard & Sons, characterised by a deep seat, scrolled arms, and low turned wooden front legs on castors.

Traditional construction features solid hardwood frames, usually birch or beech, filled with natural fibres such as horsehair, coconut coir, and steel coil springs, initially covered in calico or signature ticking fabric.

Authentic pieces usually feature stamped marks on the rear legs or brass castors reading Howard & Sons Ltd London, accompanied by serial numbers and original branded ticking fabric beneath outer coverings.

A Howard style armchair introduces classic proportions to modern living rooms or bedrooms, often upholstered in neutral linen, wool tweed, or velvet to bridge traditional craftsmanship with contemporary colour schemes.

Keep exposed wooden legs dusted and treated with beeswax, inspect brass castors for smooth operation, and store un-upholstered frames in a dry, humidity-controlled environment to protect original horsehair and spring structures.

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