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How can I spot an authentic Howard & Sons chair?
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To spot an authentic Howard & Sons chair, first look for a name or number on the inside of the back foot. There may also be a paper label sewn into the hessian or a name stamp on the wheel. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of expertly vetted Howard & Sons chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Howard & Sons 'Portarlington' Sofa with Giltwood Legs, circa 1905
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A C R O T E R I O N is pleased to offer this wonderful, rare, and possibly unique, circa 1905 fully-stamped 'Portarlington' model upholstered sofa by renowned London firm Howard & So...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sofas
Materials
Brass
Howard & Sons Crescent Chesterfield Sofa c1850
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Batley, GB
A low and sleek mid 19th century country house crescent shaped chesterfield sofa by Howard & Sons, London c1850. Raised on 6 walnut legs and the original brass casters.
Structurall...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Brass
Antique 19th century Howard & Sons Chaise Lounge
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Batley, GB
A 19th century chaise lounge by esteemed London maker Howard & Sons. This Chaise lounge dates back to the mid 19th century c1860. Its raised on turned walnut legs with the original C...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Chaise Longues
Materials
Walnut
Original Howard and Sons Armchair, England, 19th Century
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original Howard & Sons armchair, England, 19th Century. The chair retaines it’s original upholstery and H & S monogram ticking. Stamped to the back leg. Structurally sound. Re...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Feathers
Howard & Sons London Leather Topped Faux Bamboo Writing Table, circa 1875
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Kinderhook, NY
English circa 1875 Aesthetic Movement writing table or desk by London cabinetmakers Howard & Sons having original green leather top; the oval form case with single drawer and origina...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Desks and Writing T...
Materials
Brass
Huge Restored Antique Victorian Howard & Son's Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very fine, fully restored Howard & Son’s Berners Street London, large Baring sofa upholstered with vintage brown le...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Leather


