Howard & Sons Two Door Wardrobe
Stock No: 10739
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Country: English
Date: Circa 1860 - 1870
Medium: Pitched Pine
Dimensions
Height: 202.00cm (79.53 inches)
Width: 122.00cm (48.03 inches)
Depth: 53.00cm (20.87 inches)
Width Framed: 130.00cm (51.18 inches)
Condition
Excellent original condition
Main description
Victorian period 19th century pitched two door pine wardrobe by Howard & Sons.
The cornice is decorated with simulated bamboo mouldings and sits above two highly figured pitched pine doors. The book matched veneers are framed with bamboo mouldings and the right hand door is fitted with the original wooden knob.
The wardrobe opens to a split space, with the left hand side fitted with a gilt brass rail while the right hand side is fitted with gilt brass hanging arms. The bottom section with a full length single drawer is impressed with the makers mark: Howard and Sons, Berners Street, London. The makers label is still attached to the inside drawer.
The wardrobe is made with the highest quality materials and will break down into three sections.
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Who Were Howard & Sons?
Founded in London in 1820 by John Howard, Howard & Sons became 19th-century Britain’s foremost upholstery maker, holding a Royal Warrant from King Edward VII and supplying the aristocracy with fine country house seating. Operating from Berners Street and their Cleveland Works factory, the firm transformed armchair design by introducing a low, deep-seated frame engineered with heavy red birch or mahogany and doweled tenon joints. In 1866, George Howard patented an elastic seat system combining independent coil springs with layered horsehair and thick down cushions, delivering a level of comfort that remains highly sought after today. Authentic pieces are easily identified by maker stamps and inventory numbers impressed into the rear legs, brass cup castors stamped with the Berners Street name, or original woven cotton ticking.
For further information, see our Makers and Retailers page on Howard & Sons.
What Is the Victorian Period?
The Victorian period (1837-1901) was one of the most diverse periods in British furniture history. Traditional cabinet making continued alongside industrial advances, with furniture reflecting a wide range of revival styles including Gothic, Rococo, Renaissance and Classical influences.
For further information, see our Antique Furniture Periods encyclopaedia on the Victorian Period.
Why Buy From Freshfords Antiques?
Established in 1987, Freshfords Antiques has spent nearly four decades sourcing and curating the finest examples of English antique furniture. Our reputation is built upon a deep-rooted specialism in the Georgian and Regency periods, where we focus on selecting pieces that retain their genuine age, original patination, and unimpeachable authenticity. We believe that an antique should not only be a significant historical object but also a functional and beautiful addition to a contemporary home.
As proud members of the British Antique Dealers’ Association (BADA), we operate under a rigorously enforced code of conduct that prioritises professional integrity and expertise. Membership of BADA is only granted after a thorough election procedure and is subject to annual review, ensuring that our clients can purchase with complete confidence. When you acquire a piece from Freshfords, you are benefiting from a wealth of experience, a dedication to craftsmanship, and a commitment to preserving the heritage of the finest English cabinet making.
