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Wonderful Pair of Howard & Sons Bridgewater Armchairs
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Wonderful Pair of Howard & Sons Bridgewater Armchairs

19th century
Sold 16 April 2026 · William James Antiques
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A true pair of Howard & Sons Bridgewater armchairs. Having sprung seats with the wonderful Sierge de Duvet and sprung backs. The seats retaining the original feather and down seat cushions and the whole raised on walnut ring turned legs. Retaining the original stamped gilt lacquered brass castors and stamped "Howard & Sons Ltd, Berners St" to the back leg. These chairs have been stripped back to the frame and re-built using traditional upholstery methods. Retaining all the original horsehair and feather, re-covered in our Howard & Sons ticking. A superb example of this iconic model. English, Circa 1900.

Dimensions: Height: 87 cm - 34 1/4 Inches, Width: 73.75 cm - 29 Inches, 92.75 cm - 36 1/2 Inches

Price inclusive of courier delivery within England & Wales

Date of Manufacture

William James Antiques has dated this Howard and Sons Armchair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
73.8cm (29.06")
Depth
92.8cm (36.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1182974
Description
A true pair of Howard & Sons Bridgewater armchairs. Having sprung seats with the wonderful Sierge de Duvet and sprung backs.
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The seats retaining the original feather and down seat cushions and the whole raised on walnut ring turned legs.
William James Antiques

Retaining the original stamped gilt lacquered brass castors and stamped "Howard & Sons Ltd, Berners St" to the back leg. These chairs have been stripped back to the frame and re-built using traditional upholstery methods. Retaining all the original horsehair and feather, re-covered in our Howard & Sons ticking. A superb example of this iconic model. English, Circa 1900.

Dimensions: Height: 87 cm - 34 1/4 Inches, Width: 73.75 cm - 29 Inches, 92.75 cm - 36 1/2 Inches

Price inclusive of courier delivery within England & Wales

Date of Manufacture

William James Antiques has dated this Howard and Sons Armchair to the 19th Century.

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
73.8cm (29.06")
Depth
92.8cm (36.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1182974
William James Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the William James Antiques Profile Page

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William James Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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William James Antiques
Telephone 01603 736947
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Coltishall
Norfolk
United Kingdom

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A pair of Victorian Howard and Sons armchairs upholstered in a striped floral cotton fabric, set upon turned mahogany legs with brass castors.
Wonderful Pair of Howard & Sons Bridgewater Armchairs
Ref: SA1182974
A pair of Victorian Howard and Sons armchairs upholstered in a striped floral cotton fabric, set upon turned mahogany legs with brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Cotton, Horsehair, Beech
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsLow-rolled arms, Turned wooden legs, Brass castors, Striped floral upholstery
  • SizeH 87 cm (34 in) x W 73.8 cm (29 in) x D 92.8 cm (37 in)

FAQs

The Bridgewater armchair originated in Victorian England, defined by its low-rolled arms, deep seat, and exceptional comfort designed for formal and informal reception rooms.

Authentic pieces feature robust beech frames, traditional coil-spring suspension systems, horsehair stuffing, and hand-stitched upholstery supported by turned mahogany legs with castors.

Authenticity is verified through stamped numerical markings on the back legs, branded castors, signature ticking fabric underlinings, and specific carpentry joints characteristic of the makers workshop.

Pair the patterned seating with minimalist architectural backdrops, contemporary lighting, and neutral textures to create an intentional contrast between historical craftsmanship and contemporary living.

Protect delicate textiles from direct sunlight to prevent fading, vacuum gently using low suction with a brush attachment, and have professional textile conservators handle deep cleaning.
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