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19th Century Howard Style Open Armchair
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19th Century Howard Style Open Armchair

19th century
Sold 8 October 2026 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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Description

A 19th century country house open armchair in the manner of Howard & Sons. Raised on turned walnut front legs and arm supports with a nice kick the the rear legs, all legs with Cope & Collinson brass casters.

Structurally in good order and for upholstery

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

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Howard Style Open Armchair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
86cm (33.86")
Reference Numbers
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SA1209288
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1538
Description
A 19th century country house open armchair in the manner of Howard & Sons.
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Raised on turned walnut front legs and arm supports with a nice kick the the rear legs, all legs with Cope & Collinson brass casters.
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Structurally in good order and for upholstery

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

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Howard Style Open Armchair to the 19th Century.

Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
86cm (33.86")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1209288
Dealers Internal Ref
1538
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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A 19th-century Howard style open armchair in calico and hessian upholstery with turned front legs on brass castors. SOLD8 OCT 26
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Archive I A 19th-century Howard style open armchair in calico and hessian upholstery with turned front legs on brass castors. SOLD8 OCT 26

19th Century Howard Style Open 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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A 19th-century Howard style open armchair in calico and hessian upholstery with turned front legs on brass castors.
19th Century Howard Style Open Armchair
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A 19th-century Howard style open armchair in calico and hessian upholstery with turned front legs on brass castors.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Hessian, Calico, Brass
  • ColourNeutral Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Brass castors, Open armrests, Buttoned backrest
  • SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 72 cm (28 in) x D 86 cm (34 in)

This nineteenth-century Victorian open armchair in the English country house style exemplifies traditional seating design. The piece stands on turned walnut front legs and arm supports, accompanied by backward-curving rear legs fitted with brass castors. Visible materials include neutral brown hessian and calico fabrics covering the frame, which features a buttoned backrest and open armrests. The exposed construction displays raw stuffing layers, unlined edges, and natural wear to the structural wood components. Measuring 83 cm high, 72 cm wide, and 86 cm deep, this armchair suits placement in a living room, study, or bedroom setting. Its functional form provides a base for bespoke re-upholstery projects tailored to individual interior schemes, integrating smoothly into traditional or transitional home environments.

FAQs

A Howard style open armchair is defined by its deep upholstered seat, padded open armrests supported by turned wooden uprights, and a reclined backrest. The style gained popularity during the 19th century in Britain for its focus on comfort and high-quality joinery.

These armchairs typically feature solid hardwood frames such as walnut, oak, or mahogany. The upholstery layers traditionally consist of steel coil springs, hessian webbing, horsehair padding, calico lining, and ceramic or brass castors.

Authentic pieces feature traditional mortise and tenon frame construction, hand-tacked upholstery foundations, and turned wooden legs. Look for stamped maker marks or numbers on the rear legs or brass castors.

An antique open armchair can be integrated into modern spaces as an accent piece, either reupholstered in contemporary linen fabrics or kept in a deconstructed state for textural contrast alongside minimalist side tables.

Keep the armchair away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and fabric fading. Dust the woodwork regularly and clean upholstery using gentle, dry vacuuming techniques.
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