C. 1880, Howard & Sons, Armchair (English).
 
This late Victorian, country house armchair by Howard & Sons is raised on turned walnut front legs and splayed rear legs, upon original brass Howard & Sons castors. The rear leg also bears the serial stock number, plus HOWARD & SONS LTD. BERNERS ST.
 
The chair is reported to have been reupholstered, circa 1975, in light blue Colefax and Fowler fabric, purchased from The Chintz Shop on Ebury Street in London.
 
CONDITION:
 
Overall the chair is in good structural condition with minor scratches to the legs. The fabric itself has stood the test of time and is in good condition. The glue holding the braid around the bottom has dried and browned and would benefit from a gentle clean.
 
PROVENANCE:
 
From the Estate of a Gentleman at a Manor House in Brighton.