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Original Antique Howard and Sons Lenygon and Morant Bridgewater Armchair Chair

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- A wonderful original Howard & Sons Bridgewater Armchair by Lenygon & Morant, English circa 1950. - Lenygon & Morant label to underside 'S/3620 T/G' and stamped to rear leg 'Howard Chairs Limited', the serial code written on frame 3620, raised on short tapered forelegs with brass castors. - The armchair has been fully restored to an exceptional standard, the chair has been stripped to the frame and then reupholstered in the correct original method using coil springs, best quality curled horsehair and Irish duck down in the seat and back cushion. All the inner areas have been finished up to calico, leaving the outside arms and outside back uncovered, it is ready for your choice of fabric. - Height 89cm, Width 78cm, Depth 102cm, Seat Height 47cm. - Price is for the armchair finished up to calico and as seen in the photographs. Howard & Sons was established in 1820 by John Howard and is one of the best known and highly sought-after names in upholstered furniture. The family business originally started out as a cabinetry company and was highly regarded, the name soon rose to prominence in Victorian England with their unique design and craftsmanship, family tradition and outstanding quality. The decorating firm Lenygon & Morant took over the family business in the mid-twentieth century and continued to trade as 'Makers Of Howard Chairs & Settees' from South Audley St. London. Howard & Sons furniture is coveted the world over due to their renowned craftsmanship and timelessness of design, HM Queen Elizabeth II has a private collection of Howard & Sons chairs across the Crown Estate.
  • Attributed to:
    Howard & Sons Ltd (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.04 in (89 cm)Width: 30.71 in (78 cm)Depth: 40.16 in (102 cm)Seat Height: 18.51 in (47 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Sale, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6212228885492
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