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Rare Early Howard and Sons Sofa
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Rare Early Howard and Sons Sofa

19th century
Description

Rare early Howard & Sons chesterfield sofa with the unusual feature of having walnut turned legs to both front and back with original Cope & Collinson cup castors unfortunately lacking the wheels another nice feature is the slightly raised crescent back and deeply scrolled arms the iron stretchers to the underside are later replacements but the slots for the original wooden stretchers are still visible as shown in the pictures. Please get in touch if you require any further details or delivery options.

Physical Dimensions
Width
214cm (84.25")
Depth
88cm (34.65")
Declaration

Nethermill Antiques has dated this Howard and Sons Sofa to the 19th Century.

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SA1238137
Description
Rare early Howard & Sons chesterfield sofa with the unusual feature of having walnut turned legs to both front and back with original Cope & Collinson cup castors unfortunately lacking the wheels another nice feature is the slightly raised crescent back and deeply scrolled arms the iron stretchers to the underside are later replacements but the slots for the original wooden stretchers are still visible as shown in the pictures. Please get in touch if you require any further details or delivery options.
Width
214cm (84.25")
Depth
88cm (34.65")
Date of Manufacture

Nethermill Antiques has dated this Howard and Sons Sofa to the 19th Century.

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SA1238137
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A Victorian style deep-seated sofa featuring button-tufted back upholstery in light beige fabric with turned wooden front legs.
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Archive I A Victorian style deep-seated sofa featuring button-tufted back upholstery in light beige fabric with turned wooden front legs.

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A Victorian style deep-seated sofa featuring button-tufted back upholstery in light beige fabric with turned wooden front legs.
Rare early Howard and Sons sofa
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A Victorian style deep-seated sofa featuring button-tufted back upholstery in light beige fabric with turned wooden front legs.
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  • ObjectSofas
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialFabric, Wood
  • ColourBeige
  • MotifsButton back upholstery, Scroll arms, Turned legs
  • SizeW 214 cm (84 in) x D 88 cm (35 in)

This rare early nineteenth-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa is upholstered in a light beige fabric with button-tufted back upholstery and deeply scrolled arms. The frame stands on walnut turned legs to both front and back with original Cope and Collinson cup castors lacking the wheels, alongside iron stretchers to the underside that are later replacements, though slots for the original wooden stretchers remain visible. The piece also exhibits a slightly raised crescent back. Measuring 214 cm wide and 88 cm deep, this seating piece suits placement in a traditional living room, library, or drawing room as a central seating option in an English country house interior scheme.

FAQs

Howard and Sons sofas are defined by their low profile, deep seating proportions, button-back upholstery, and ergonomic frame design developed in nineteenth-century England.

These seating pieces were constructed using solid hardwood beech frames, hand-tied steel coil springs, natural horsehair stuffing, and feather-and-down seat cushions.

Authentic period examples frequently feature maker stamps impressed onto the rear wooden legs, stamped brass castors, or original branded tick fabric lining.

Balance the historical form by placing the sofa alongside contemporary artwork, clean-lined side tables, and minimalist lighting fixtures to create a layered aesthetic.

Vacuum the upholstery regularly using a soft brush attachment, position the sofa away from direct sunlight to avoid fabric fading, and consult specialist textile restorers for stain removal.
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