Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

British

For more than two centuries, the name Howard & Sons Ltd has been synonymous with elegance and exceptional handcrafted quality. Their Victorian furnishings graced grand old hotels like The Savoy in London, British Royal residences and luxury yachts of the day, including American business tycoon Cornelius Vanderbilt’s North Star.

Today, stately armchairs, sofas and rich, hand-carved serving tables from Howard & Sons continue to be a gold standard among the most discerning furniture collectors. Queen Elizabeth II is even said to have owned the world's most extensive collection of Howard & Sons chairs.

Howard & Sons Ltd was founded in 1820 on Leman street in London by cabinetmaker and upholsterer John Howard. Although he had three sons — George, Charles and Joseph — it was only George who later joined his father in running the family business. Before their upholstered armchairs and sofas garnered universal acclaim, Howard & Sons was a cabinetry company that collaborated with another well-known cabinetmaker, Gillows of Lancaster and London, on large projects and likely manufactured upholstered furniture for Gillows.

Howard & Sons Ltd showcased their pieces and won awards at several important exhibitions towards the end of the 19th century. They were given medals at the 1878 Paris Exhibition, the 1894 Antwerp Exhibition and the 1900 Paris Exposition. In 1901, they received their first Royal warrant to supply upholstered furniture to King Edward VII.

Howard & Sons Ltd continued production until 1947. During the 1950s, a London decorating firm called Lenygon & Morant began to trade under the Howard name. The company re-emerged in 1967 as Howard Chairs Ltd. Today, the brand is again known again as Howard & Sons and carries on the tradition of creating bespoke furniture from their London-based workshop.

On 1stDibs, find a range of antique Howard & Sons Ltd seating, case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other collectibles.

Creator: Howard & Sons Ltd

SUBLIME ANTiQUE HOWARD & SON'S WILLIAM MORRIS HARDWOOD FRAMED WINGBACK ARMCHAIR

$14,078Sale Price|20% Off

SUBLIME ANTiQUE HOWARD & SON'S WILLIAM MORRIS HARDWOOD FRAMED WINGBACK ARMCHAIR

By Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard and Sons

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, exceptionally rare, original fully stamped Victorian Howard & Son’s Berners street, Willi...

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1880s English High Victorian Antique Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Victorian Howard & Sons Ticking Fabric Upholstered Double Wingback Sofa Armchair

$15,299Sale Price|20% Off

Victorian Howard & Sons Ticking Fabric Upholstered Double Wingback Sofa Armchair

By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Victorian Howard & Son’s curved front double wingback sofa full stamped with H&S ticking A truly stunning piece, in sublime condition, these double wingback sofas almost never come up for sale, this is a mid Victorian example with original green Howard & Son’s floral ticking fabric...

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19th Century English High Victorian Antique Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

1880 Howard and Sons Grantley Sofa in Floral Ticking Stripe, UK

$19,359Sale Price|25% Off

H 39.38 in W 80.71 in D 34.26 in

1880 Howard and Sons Grantley Sofa in Floral Ticking Stripe, UK

By Howard and Sons

Located in Faversham, GB

An exceptional Howard and Sons ‘Grantley’ sofa. This original Grantley H&S model sofa features down-filled outswept armrests that sit at the same height as the back, giving the ...

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Late 19th Century British High Victorian Antique Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

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Upholstery, Oak

Antique Wingback Chair

$5,600

H 44.5 in W 34 in D 29 in

Antique Wingback Chair

Located in East Hampton, NY

Great antique wingback chair with a tight seat. Newly reupholstered in natural linen. Chippendale style legs.

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Late 18th Century Antique Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen

Pair of Howard & sons sofas

$60,104 / set

H 40 in W 72 in D 33 in

Pair of Howard & sons sofas

By Howard and Sons

Located in Stroud, GB

Pair of rare deco “Bruton” model sofas by Howard and sons covered in salmon H&S monogrammed organic cotton ticking with duck feather and down cushions and stamped castors. Dimension...

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

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Hardwood

Vintage Hickory Chair Co Wingback William Morris Strawberry Thief Fabric

$1,596Sale Price|20% Off

H 44 in W 33 in D 34 in

Vintage Hickory Chair Co Wingback William Morris Strawberry Thief Fabric

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally s...

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1980s American Chippendale Vintage Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Mahogany

George III Wingback Armchair, Upholstered Wood, English, Circa 1800

$2,584Sale Price|55% Off

H 42.5 in W 32 in D 30.5 in

George III Wingback Armchair, Upholstered Wood, English, Circa 1800

Located in San Francisco, CA

An excellent example of a early Georgian wingback armchair. Having shapely wings and arch top backrest with swooping arms, standing on a pair of Queen Anne legs with pad feet on the front and very typical round...

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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Susan Osbourne Egerton Sofa in the Style of Howard & Sons, Susan Deliss Ticking

$24,895

H 33.47 in W 89.77 in D 39.38 in

Susan Osbourne Egerton Sofa in the Style of Howard & Sons, Susan Deliss Ticking

By Howard & Sons Ltd

Located in London, GB

This sofa is a contemporary re-edition of the classic Howard & Sons “Portarlington” model, a form closely associated with turn of the19th- 20th century English design. The propor...

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2010s British Country Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

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Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut, Down, Textile, Burlap

Howard & Sons 'Portarlington' Sofa with Giltwood Legs, circa 1905

$29,875

H 34 in W 73 in D 34 in

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...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Howard & Sons Crescent Chesterfield Sofa c1850

$21,992

H 22.84 in W 98.43 in D 46.07 in

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. Structu...

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Mid-19th Century English Chesterfield Antique Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

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Brass

Wingback Armchair in Beige Floral Upholstery

$3,300

H 40.95 in W 27.17 in D 36.23 in

Wingback Armchair in Beige Floral Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Easy chair, beech, beige floral fabric, Europe, 1950s This strong, playful wingback chair is designed with a slightly tilted back in order to provide sitting comfort. The wooden arm...

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1940s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Scandinavian Wingback Armchair Upholstered in Bouclé, Scandinavia, 1950s

$8,160

H 36.23 in W 30.52 in D 33.08 in

Scandinavian Wingback Armchair Upholstered in Bouclé, Scandinavia, 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Throughout Scandinavia, there's a long history of pride in craftsmanship using natural materials like wood. This beautiful wingback chair is a great representation of the quality and...

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1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

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Fabric, Bouclé, Wood

Pair of Vintage Wingback Armchairs

$2,200 / set

H 46.75 in W 37.5 in D 32.25 in

Pair of Vintage Wingback Armchairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage wingback armchairs with beautiful wood carved claw foot legs. Please confirm location NY or NJ

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20th Century Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of English Queen Anne Style Wingback Loveseats Upholstered in Plaid Fabric

$3,995 / set

H 46 in W 46 in D 30 in

Pair of English Queen Anne Style Wingback Loveseats Upholstered in Plaid Fabric

Located in Morristown, NJ

A stylish and exceptionally comfortable pair of English Queen Anne style wingback loveseats, raised on carved mahogany cabriole legs terminating in pad feet. The shapely frames featu...

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2010s American Queen Anne Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Victorian Mahogany Sofa in the style of Howard and Sons, English, Circa 1870

$6,147Sale Price|41% Off

H 29.93 in W 72.84 in D 37.01 in

Victorian Mahogany Sofa in the style of Howard and Sons, English, Circa 1870

Located in Faversham, GB

A commanding mahogany Victorian country house sofa in the manner of Howard and Sons. Featuring a wide, deep sprung seat with a stepped backrest and six large handmade duck feather c...

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1880s British Victorian Antique Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Wingback Armchair, England circa 1780

$8,000

H 45 in W 32 in D 32 in

Wingback Armchair, England circa 1780

Located in Culver City, CA

England, 1780 Wingback chair with a high, contoured back and rolled arms. On tapered wooden legs with front brass casters. Newly upholstered in wool blend by Holland & Sherry. 32”w x...

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1780s English Antique Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

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Brass

Scandinavian Upholstered Wingback Armchair, Scandinavia, 1950s

$8,160

H 38.39 in W 27.96 in D 33.08 in

Scandinavian Upholstered Wingback Armchair, Scandinavia, 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Throughout Scandinavia, there's a long history of pride in craftsmanship using natural materials like wood. This wingback design has a rich history and purpose; it is said that they ...

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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Previously Available Items

Sublime Pair of Howard & Son's William Morris Walnut Framed Wingback Armchairs

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H 42.33 in W 31.7 in D 32.88 in

Sublime Pair of Howard & Son's William Morris Walnut Framed Wingback Armchairs

By Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard and Sons

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this stunning exceptionally rare "His & Her's" pair of original fully stamped Victorian Howard & Son’s Berners street, William Morris style wingback armchai...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Howard & Sons Wingback Chair, England, circa 1930

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H 44 in W 29 in D 33 in

Howard & Sons Wingback Chair, England, circa 1930

By Howard & Sons Ltd

Located in Culver City, CA

Howard & Sons Wingback Chair, England, circa 1930. Newly upholstered in Maharam fabric on mahogany cabriole legs. 29" W x 33" D x 44" H x 20" seat.

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1930s English Modern Vintage Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Wing Armchair by Howard & Sons (to be Upholstered)

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H 46.46 in W 33.08 in D 32.68 in

Wing Armchair by Howard & Sons (to be Upholstered)

By Howard & Sons Ltd

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A late 19th century mahogany cabriole leg wing armchair by Howard & Sons (to be upholstered).

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Late 19th Century British Antique Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Howard & Sons Ltd wingback chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Howard & Sons Ltd wingback chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Howard & Sons Ltd wingback chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original wingback chairs by Howard & Sons Ltd were created in the Victorian style in united kingdom during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider wingback chairs by and Chesterfield. Prices for Howard & Sons Ltd wingback chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $18,134 and can go as high as $18,134, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $18,134.

Questions About Howard & Sons Ltd Wingback Chairs

Are all Howard and Sons chairs stamped?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, all Howard and Sons chairs are stamped. However, the type and location of the stamp varies. You may see a name or number on a caster wheel or foot on some pieces. Others display the stamp on a paper label sewn onto the fabric. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted Howard and Sons chairs.
How can I spot an authentic Howard & Sons chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.