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What is a Howard sofa?
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A Howard sofa is characterized by its slightly curved sprung back, low level arms and a deep seat designed for comfort. It has been described as a timeless British classic. Shop a collection of authentic Howard sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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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...
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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
Mid 19th Century Howard & Sons Armchair
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Batley, GB
A mid 19th century country house armchair by Howard & Sons - London, England c1850. Raised on turned walnut front legs and splayed rear legs with the left back leg bearing the se...
Category
Antique 19th Century Armchairs
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
Fine 19th Century Ball and Claw Sofa After Howard and Sons
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Benington, Herts
An extremely fine 19th Century Ball and Claw Down Feather Sofa after the Ramsden ball and claw model by Howard and Sons
English circa 1880-1900
Wonderf...
Category
Antique 1880s English Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
