Rare Pair Of Portman Slipper Chairs
Stock No
WJA1389
2012
- £5,800.00
- €7,008 Euro
- $7,334 US Dollar
Questions about this item?
Like this item?
Item Description
A rare pair of early 20th century slipper chairs by Portman Upholstery. These beautifully proportioned chairs are identical to Howard & Sons examples. Having a sprung seat with original horse hair, down feather filled back and seat cushions, offering ultimate comfort. Raised on upholstered tapered legs with brass castors. Newly recovered in our exclusive PU monogrammed ticking which we have made and copied from its original cover. Circa 1930.
Provenance: These chairs once belonged to writer Bruce Chatwin for his modest 45 square meter apartment in Eaton Place, London.
Height: 89 cm - 35 Inches, Width: 53.25 cm - 21 Inches, Depth: 76 cm - 30 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).
Price inclusive of courier delivery within England & Wales
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Norfolk, Norfolk
Item Dimensions
H: 89cm W: 53.25cm D: 76cm
Period
Circa 1930
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Norfolk, Norfolk
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)1603 736947
+44 (0)7717 121218
More from WILLIAM JAMES ANTIQUES
