A rare and highly collectible linen cupboard from Howard & Son’s, Berners Street, crafted from light oak and in entirely original condition. This exceptional piece bears both the Howard & Son’s label and a stamped hallmark on the inside of the drawer (see photos).
The cupboard is constructed with four drawers at the top, intended for linen, and six larger drawers below. All drawers are crafted to the characteristic quality of Howard & Son’s—widely regarded as one of the finest furniture and seating manufacturers in history.
Details:
Maker: Howard & Son’s, Berners Street, London
Period: ca. 1880–1900
Design: Based on early Georgian examples
Material: 100% light oak with a beautiful patina
Interior: 4 upper linen drawers, 6 lower drawers
Dimensions: Height 213 cm × Depth 60 cm × Width 127 cm
Condition: Completely original, with signs of age and use commensurate with its age
A superbly crafted and important collector's item from the prestigious Howard & Son’s studio, combining timeless Georgian-inspired design with 19th-century craftsmanship
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items1Height213 cmWidth127 cmDepth59 cmSigns of usageScratches