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19th Century Howard & Sons Grantley Sofa C1880
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19th Century Howard & Sons Grantley Sofa C1880

19th century
Sold 26 May 2025 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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A superb 19th century Howard & Sons Grantley sofa. Raised on Howards uniquely hand turned walnut legs all capped with stamped H&S gilt brass cup casters. Retaining its original siege de-duvet down filled back and side cushions which are both sprung and the gentle outward curve of the arms make it as comfortable to sit sideways with your feet up as sitting forward. It's stretcher rail having the original paper label to the underside of the frame and the back leg number stamped 14598-3173.

A good solid example standing very well with tight joint.

The price stated for this beautiful example by Howard & Sons includer full re-upholstery from the frame out with new feather & down seat cushions. Fabric will be extra.

If you would like the sofa recovering in this original H&S blue stripe cotton lining or the popular blue monogram lining then I can source this for you.

190cm wide

82cm deep

100cm high

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Howard Sofa to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
190cm (74.80")
Depth
82cm (32.28")
Reference Numbers
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SA996990
Description
A superb 19th century Howard & Sons Grantley sofa.
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Raised on Howards uniquely hand turned walnut legs all capped with stamped H&S gilt brass cup casters.
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Retaining its original siege de-duvet down filled back and side cushions which are both sprung and the gentle outward curve of the arms make it as comfortable to sit sideways with your feet up as sitting forward. It's stretcher rail having the original paper label to the underside of the frame and the back leg number stamped 14598-3173.

fig 1. A nineteenth century upholstered two-seater sofa with scrolling arms, exposed wooden legs, and brass castors against a neutral background.
fig 1. 19th Century Howard & Sons Grantley Sofa C1880

A good solid example standing very well with tight joint.

The price stated for this beautiful example by Howard & Sons includer full re-upholstery from the frame out with new feather & down seat cushions. Fabric will be extra.

If you would like the sofa recovering in this original H&S blue stripe cotton lining or the popular blue monogram lining then I can source this for you.

190cm wide

82cm deep

100cm high

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Howard Sofa to the 1880s.

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
190cm (74.80")
Depth
82cm (32.28")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA996990
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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West Yorkshire
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A nineteenth century upholstered two-seater sofa with scrolling arms, exposed wooden legs, and brass castors against a neutral background.
19th Century Howard & Sons Grantley Sofa c1880
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A nineteenth century upholstered two-seater sofa with scrolling arms, exposed wooden legs, and brass castors against a neutral background.
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  • ObjectSofas
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Walnut, Horsehair, Cotton, Brass
  • ColourBeige
  • MotifsScroll arms, Turned legs, Brass castors, Deep buttoning
  • SizeH 100 cm (39 in) x W 190 cm (75 in) x D 82 cm (32 in)

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Howard and Sons furniture from the Victorian era is characterised by deep, comfortable proportions, low-slung profiles, scrolling arms, and meticulous traditional upholstery techniques designed for maximum ergonomic support.

Authentic period pieces feature robust beech or mahogany frames, hand-tied steel coil springs, lashed webbed bases, and natural stuffing materials such as horsehair, wool, and hessian.

Authenticity is typically verified by stamped manufacturer marks on the back legs, stamped brass castors, serial numbers, and distinctive traditional webbed framing underneath the upholstery.

An antique sofa provides a sophisticated textural contrast in modern settings; pair it with minimalist lighting, neutral walls, and contemporary rugs to allow the historical craftsmanship to anchor the room.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming with a low-suction attachment, professional dry cleaning for delicate fabrics, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels.
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