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WILLIAM JAMES ANTIQUES

Early 20Th C Portman Sofa In Colefax & Fowler.

Stock No

WJA1607

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2012
  • £6,800.00
  • €7,934 Euro
  • $9,024 US Dollar

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Item Description

An early 20th century sofa by Portman Upholstery.  This shapely sofa is nearly identical to a Howard & Sons Bridgewater.  Having a sprung seat with original horsehair, down feather filled back and seat cushions, offering ultimate comfort.  The whole raised on upholstered tapered legs with brass castors. Having a beautiful vintage quilted loose cover in Colefax and Fowler fabric.  Super country house condition throughout.

Dimensions:  Height: 87.5 cm - 34 1/2 Inches, Width: 167.5 cm - 66 Inches, Depth: 101.5 - 40 Inches

Very little is known about the Portman Upholstery Company other than the superior quality, materials and comfort they offer is only to be rivalled by Howard & Sons.  Both companies were in central London W1.  It is believed they traded from the 1930’s to 1960’s.  Pieces can often be seen in important country houses and stately homes.  A pair of sofas reside in Dustmaston Hall, Shropshire (National Trust). 

Item Info

Seller Location

Norfolk, Norfolk

Item Dimensions

H: 87.5cm W: 167.5cm D: 101.5cm

Period

Early 20th C

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Norfolk, Norfolk

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)1603 736947

+44 (0)7717 121218

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