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19th Century Howard and Sons Pickwell Tub Armchair
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for sale €4,446     $4,826
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19th Century Howard and Sons Pickwell Tub Armchair

1900 - 1920
Description

An early 20th century Pickwell 'tub' chair by Howard & Sons - London, c1910. Raised on walnut legs with the original stamped brass casters. The back left leg bares the makers stamp and the Berners street address.

Retaining the original Horsehair buttoned innards.

For upholstery

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

We can supply the blue and white H&S monogram cotton lining

45cm seat height

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
68cm (26.77")
Declaration

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Howard Sons Tub Armchair to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236920
Dealers Internal Reference
2106
Description
An early 20th century Pickwell 'tub' chair by Howard & Sons - London, c1910. Raised on walnut legs with the original stamped brass casters. The back left leg bares the makers stamp and the Berners street address.
fig 1. A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors.
fig 1. 19th Century Howard and Sons Pickwell Tub Armchair

Retaining the original Horsehair buttoned innards.

For upholstery

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

We can supply the blue and white H&S monogram cotton lining

45cm seat height

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
68cm (26.77")
Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Howard Sons Tub Armchair to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236920
Dealers Internal Ref
2106
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.

Dealer Profile

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Archive I A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors.

19th Century Howard and Sons Pickwell Tub Armchair

Archive II A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View II
Archive III A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. View XIII
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West Yorkshire
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A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors.
19th century Howard and Sons Pickwell Tub Armchair
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A 19th-century Howard and Sons Pickwell tub armchair showing exposed original hessian, horsehair filling, a brown velvet seat cushion, turned wooden legs, and brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Hessian, Horsehair, Velvet, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurved tub back, Turned front legs, Brass castors, Exposed upholstery layers
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 78 cm (31 in) x D 68 cm (27 in)

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Howard and Sons tub armchairs feature a distinctive curved backrest that seamlessly wraps into integrated arms, designed for ergonomic comfort and deep seating. Constructed with high-grade hardwood frames, coil springs, and layered natural paddings, these pieces represent premier late 19th-century English cabinetmaking.

Seating from this era typically employed solid hardwood frames, such as beech or walnut, assembled with mortise and tenon joinery. Cushioning was built up using hand-tied steel coil springs, natural hessian, hair stuffing, and thick cotton felt layers before applying final fabric or leather upholstery.

Authentic period armchairs can be identified by examining the frame construction, wood oxidisation on the interior timbers, and hand-stitched hessian webbing. Stamped marks on the rear legs or brass castors displaying the makers name often provide definitive proof of manufacture.

An antique tub chair can be fully re-upholstered in contemporary linen or velvet to bridge traditional forms with modern colour schemes. Alternatively, leaving structural elements or exposed original webbing visible creates an organic, textural contrast within minimalist or industrial settings.

Keep wooden legs and brass castors clean by dusting with a soft cloth and applying neutral bees wax to the timber periodically. To protect internal fillings and fabric from deterioration, position the item away from direct heat sources and high humidity.
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