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Holland Sons Tables

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One of the most influential and successful British furniture manufacturers of the Victorian era, Holland Sons was renowned for its superb quality. It would be difficult to find collectors unfamiliar with Holland — or its rival, Gillows of Lancaster and London — as the company was a leader in neoclassical and Gothic furniture and interior design in the early to mid-1800s, using only the richest of hardwoods and the finest of metals. Antique Holland Sons chairs, storage cabinets and tables frequently featured rare-specimen wood marquetry and engraved ivory inlays. The manufacturer’s designs grace the collections of museums around the world and can still be found in the royal homes of Europe.   

Two cabinetmakers, Stephen Taprell and William Holland, opened a small joinery in 1815 near Buckingham Palace in London, England, and named it Taprell Holland. Holland was a relative of the acclaimed Regency architect Henry Holland, the famous gardener and landscape architect Lancelot "Capability" Brown, and the former Member of Parliament Richard Bateman-Robson. This familial edge provided the needed influence for the company among the aristocracy, and their business saw immediate prosperity.  

The firm traded under the name Taprell, Holland Son for a period, and when Taprell retired in 1843, Holland took over the company and changed the name to Holland Sons. Holland decided to diversify and began offering a broad range of services to the very wealthy — arranging furniture and household decoration rentals, managing funerals and even providing plumbing services. By 1851, they employed over 350 people.

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert commissioned Holland Sons to supply the entire furnishings of their private homes — Osborne House, Balmoral Castle, Sandringham House and Marlborough House. The Monarch’s satisfaction with Holland and Son’s furnishings led to the company being granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment, affording the owners the opportunity to display the coveted “By Appointment of HM The Queen” mark and her Coat of Arms above the entrance to their offices.  

Other Holland Sons furniture commissions of note include the London Union Club, the Athenaeum Hotel in London, Arundel Castle in West Essex and the All Souls College in Oxford. The firm was also involved in the funerals of Prince Albert and the mother of Queen Victoria — both in 1861 — and contributed works to the 1901 coronation of Edward VII when they made the throne for his wife, Queen Alexandra.

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Creator: Holland Sons
Victorian Library Table by Holland Sons
By Holland Sons
Located in New Orleans, LA
This handsome library table is a remarkable example of the English furnishings that represented wealthy Victorian tastes. The piece is attributed to Holland & Sons, a firm regarded as one of the most important cabinetmakers of the era. Crafted of rich mahogany with gilt brass mounts and a tooled leather writing surface, this table characterizes the superb craftsmanship of Holland & Sons and exudes Victorian elegance. The well-known British cabinetmaking firm of Holland & Sons was considered the top of their class in their day. Found in 1803 by William Holland...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Holland Sons Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

Stunning 19th Century Mahogany Partners Desk Stamped by Holland Sons
By Holland Sons
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning 19th-century mahogany partners desk by Holland & Sons. Nine drawers on one side and two cupboards on the other. The top is fitted with a newly tooled light burgundy leathe...
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19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Holland Sons Tables

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Mahogany

Rare Victorian Holland and Sons Double Sided Hardwood Partner Desk Writing Table
By Holland Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning rare and original early Victorian Holland and Son’s mahogany double sided library table or ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Holland Sons Tables

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Leather, Hardwood

A Very Fine 19th Century Library Table
By Holland Sons
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th Century fruitwood library table by the London maker 'Holland', of exceptional quality and fabulously hand carved with gorgeously rich patination. The well figured, ...
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19th Century English Antique Holland Sons Tables

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Fruitwood

Holland and Sons 19thC Mahogany and Giltwood Console Table
By Holland Sons
Located in Reepham, GB
A mahogany and giltwood console table, in the manner of Gottfried Semper, mid 19th century, with marble top over a frieze drawer stamped ‘Holland Sons’, supported by four lion monopodia.
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Mid-19th Century Antique Holland Sons Tables

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Marble

Small Victorian Oak and Ebony Partner’s Desk, Attributed to Holland and Sons
By Holland Sons
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A small Victorian oak and ebony partner’s desk, attributed to Holland and Son, the shaped rectangular leather-inset top set above a knee-hole with a...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Holland Sons Tables

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Ebony, Oak

19th Century Satinwood Parcel Gilt Games Table by Holland Sons
By Holland Sons
Located in Dublin, IE
A superb 19th century satinwood and parcel gilt games table, the rectangular fold-over top with a gilt moulded edge, opening on telescope action to a purple baize playing surface, above a plain frieze, raised on fluted taped legs ending in brass caps and castors, stamped HOLLAND & SONS..... circa 1860 English Footnote: Holland and Sons, was first established as Taprell and Holland in 1803 in reference to its two founders. Following a brief period in which the firm was known as Taprell, Holland & Son c.1835-43, William Holland...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Holland Sons Tables

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Satinwood

Victorian Birch or Satinwood Writing Table, Attributed to Holland and Sons
By Holland Sons
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Victorian birch or satinwood writing table, attributed to Holland and Sons, the leather-inset top with moulded edges above a disguised single frieze drawer, the end supports compri...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Holland Sons Tables

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Ceramic, Leather, Birch, Kingwood, Satinwood, Tulipwood

19th Century Satinwood Centre Table Stamped Holland Sons
By Holland Sons
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th century Satinwood centre table by Holland & Sons. The table is of finely figured Satinwood with a circular tilt-top above a baluster column with three S-scroll and l...
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1840s English Victorian Antique Holland Sons Tables

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Satinwood

Early Victorian Rosewood Writing Table by Holland and Sons
By Holland Sons
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
The rectangular gilt tooled leather inset top above two short frieze drawers, on fluted ring-turned baluster twin columnar end supports, terminating in recessed castors, one drawer s...
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19th Century English Antique Holland Sons Tables

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Rosewood

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Holland Sons tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Holland Sons tables are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Holland Sons tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original tables by Holland Sons were created in the Victorian style in united kingdom during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider tables by Howard Sons Ltd, Edwards and Roberts, and Jas Shoolbred Co.. Prices for Holland Sons tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,221 and can go as high as $49,054, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $13,315.

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Questions About Holland Sons Tables
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Gouda Holland pottery is a type of pottery produced in the Netherlands during the early 20th century. It shares a name with the city from where it originated. Typically, Gouda pottery shows off colorful, ornate designs inspired by Art Deco and Art Nouveau designs. Shop a collection of Gouda pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, all Howard and Sons chairs are stamped. However, the type and location of the stamp varies. You may see a name or number on a caster wheel or foot on some pieces. Others display the stamp on a paper label sewn onto the fabric. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted Howard and Sons chairs.
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    Yes, Wm Rogers Son is real silver. However, most pieces aren't solid silver. The silversmith worked predominantly in silver plate, which is a base metal finished with a thin layer of genuine silver. Shop a selection of Wm Rogers Sons silver wares from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To spot an authentic Howard Sons chair, first look for a name or number on the inside of the back foot. There may also be a paper label sewn into the hessian or a name stamp on the wheel. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of expertly vetted Howard Sons chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.