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19th Century Victorian Period Brown Leather Chesterfield, C1880
Anthony Short Antiques
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19th Century Victorian Period Brown Leather Chesterfield, C1880

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Stunning 19th-Century Victorian Brown Leather Serpentine Chesterfield Sofa

This exceptional and rare 19th-century Victorian three seater serpentine Chesterfield sofa, circa 1880, makes a striking statement in any interior. Upholstered in its original brown leather hide, which has been carefully cleaned, polished and traditionally hand dyed, it offers a wonderfully soft and sumptuous feel, enhanced by the original horsehair padding.

The sofa features a full button down seat, together with a fully buttoned scroll back and armrests, and retains most of its original buttons. It stands on elegant hand turned mahogany front legs and mahogany splayed rear legs, all terminating in original period brass castors, which underline its quality and authenticity.

With its beautifully curved arms, serpentine front and generous Victorian proportions, this piece combines outstanding comfort with timeless style. The rich patina of the hand dyed leather adds great character and showcases the fine craftsmanship of the period. A few sympathetic leather restorations have been carried out, which is entirely normal for a Chesterfield of this age and only enhances its authentic vintage appeal. Heavy, solid and built to last, this is a superb example of a quality Victorian Chesterfield. It brings instant luxury, warmth and sophistication to any room, whether traditional or contemporary in style.

Origin: England, circa 1880.

Seat height: 43 cm.

Condition: Good, with minor age-related restorations consistent with use and period.

Height 68cm (26.8in)

Width 194cm (76.4in)

Depth 95cm (37.4in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
194cm (76.38")
Depth
95cm (37.40")
Declaration

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this Victorian Leather Chesterfield Sofa to the 19th Century.

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SA1214119
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1508
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Stunning 19th-Century Victorian Brown Leather Serpentine Chesterfield Sofa
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This exceptional and rare 19th-century Victorian three seater serpentine Chesterfield sofa, circa 1880, makes a striking statement in any interior.
Anthony Short Antiques

Upholstered in its original brown leather hide, which has been carefully cleaned, polished and traditionally hand dyed, it offers a wonderfully soft and sumptuous feel, enhanced by the original horsehair padding.

fig 1. A late 19th-century Victorian brown leather Chesterfield sofa featuring deep buttoned upholstery, rolled arms, close studding, and turned legs with brass castors.
fig 1. 19th Century Victorian Period Brown Leather Chesterfield, C1880

The sofa features a full button down seat, together with a fully buttoned scroll back and armrests, and retains most of its original buttons. It stands on elegant hand turned mahogany front legs and mahogany splayed rear legs, all terminating in original period brass castors, which underline its quality and authenticity.

fig 2. A late 19th-century Victorian brown leather Chesterfield sofa featuring deep buttoned upholstery, rolled arms, close studding, and turned legs with brass castors.
fig 2. 19th Century Victorian Period Brown Leather Chesterfield, C1880

With its beautifully curved arms, serpentine front and generous Victorian proportions, this piece combines outstanding comfort with timeless style. The rich patina of the hand dyed leather adds great character and showcases the fine craftsmanship of the period. A few sympathetic leather restorations have been carried out, which is entirely normal for a Chesterfield of this age and only enhances its authentic vintage appeal. Heavy, solid and built to last, this is a superb example of a quality Victorian Chesterfield. It brings instant luxury, warmth and sophistication to any room, whether traditional or contemporary in style.

Origin: England, circa 1880.

Seat height: 43 cm.

Condition: Good, with minor age-related restorations consistent with use and period.

Height 68cm (26.8in)

Width 194cm (76.4in)

Depth 95cm (37.4in)

Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
194cm (76.38")
Depth
95cm (37.40")
Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this Victorian Leather Chesterfield Sofa to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1214119
Dealers Internal Ref
1508
Anthony Short Antiques
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Archive I A late 19th-century Victorian brown leather Chesterfield sofa featuring deep buttoned upholstery, rolled arms, close studding, and turned legs with brass castors.

19th Century Victorian Period Brown Leather Chesterfield, C1880

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Archive VI A late 19th-century Victorian brown leather Chesterfield sofa featuring deep buttoned upholstery, rolled arms, close studding, and turned legs with brass castors. View VI
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Anthony Short Antiques

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GU28 0AH
United Kingdom

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A late 19th-century Victorian brown leather Chesterfield sofa featuring deep buttoned upholstery, rolled arms, close studding, and turned legs with brass castors.
19TH CENTURY VICTORIAN PERIOD BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD, C1880
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A Victorian Chesterfield sofa is characterised by its deep buttoned upholstery, equal-height back and rolled arms, and substantial proportions. Refined during the 19th century, this design became an iconic feature of British residential and club interiors.

Traditional 19th-century Chesterfield sofas feature solid hardwood internal frames, hand-tied steel coil springs, natural hair or fibre padding, and full-grain leather upholstery secured with individual brass studs.

Authentic antique Chesterfields feature hand-stitched deep buttoning, original brass castors on turned timber legs, and natural surface wear on the leather rather than uniform modern distressing.

A brown leather Chesterfield can be styled alongside clean-lined minimalist furniture, neutral walls, and contemporary architectural lighting to create a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern aesthetics.

Antique leather should be kept away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or cracking. Regular light dusting and occasional treatment with a specialist leather conditioner will preserve the surface patina.
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