How do I identify a Howard style chair?

Look for low, generous proportions, rolled arms, and substantial depth designed for comfortable lounging. Many carry specific leg styles and traditional upholstery methods associated with nineteenth-century London workshops. Examine the castors and under-framing for maker stamps where present, as these details often confirm the lineage of the piece.

What periods do these armchairs come from?

The pieces span from the mid-nineteenth century through the Victorian and Edwardian eras, extending into the Art Deco period of the 1930s. Each era brings distinct stylistic touches to the legs and upholstery. Victorian and Edwardian versions dominate the selection, offering substantial wooden frames and traditional leather or fabric coverings.

Are these chairs suitable for daily use?

These chairs were built with robust internal frames and durable materials intended for heavy, regular use in libraries and country houses. Their deep seats and solid construction make them practical for everyday seating. Maintenance involves traditional leather care or fabric cleaning depending on the specific outer material used on the chair.

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These deep seated club chairs offer generous proportions and sturdy frames designed for long hours of reading or sitting.

Early Howard and Sons Willoughby Armchair.

19th century

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Early Howard and Sons Willoughby Armchair.

From Country House and Eastern Interiors

£4,600

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Regency Library Armchair

From Millers Antiques

£1,250

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Howard and Sons Open Armchair in Gold Velvet.

19th century

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Antique Howard and Sons Open Armchair in Gold Velvet.

From Kontrast Antiques

£4,295

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20th Century Large Bridgewater Style Armchair

1900 - 1920

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20th Century Large Bridgewater Style Armchair

From TallBoy Interiors

£1,895

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1900 - 1920

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20th Century Large Ivor Style Armchair

From TallBoy Interiors

£2,165

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19th century

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A Howard and Son Style Club Armchair

From Baggott & Co.

£1,150

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Super Deep Seated Victorian Library Chair

19th century

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Super Deep Seated Victorian Library Chair

From Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

£895

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Antique Howard Woodstock Style Chair

From Kontrast Antiques

£1,295

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19th century

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Howard and Sons Armchair in Gold Velvet

From Kontrast Antiques

£2,995

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Howard and Sons Open Armchair W/ticking

From Kontrast Antiques

£3,495

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Listings feature armchairs spanning the 19th century, Victorian, Edwardian, and Art Deco periods, utilising leather, calico, hessian, mahogany, and walnut.