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1920s English Leather Sofa
For sale by Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
for sale €3,276     $3,556
£2,800
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1920s English Leather Sofa

1900 - 1920
Description

1920s English sofa with its original leather. The cushion seats are covered in antique hemp. Having studded detail to the arms, standing on turned legs to the front and brass castors.

Seat Height: 54cm

Seat Depth: 55cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
202cm (79.53")
Depth
84cm (33.07")
Declaration

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this 1920s English Leather Sofa to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA851221
Dealers Internal Reference
2514
Description
1920s English sofa with its original leather. The cushion seats are covered in antique hemp. Having studded detail to the arms, standing on turned legs to the front and brass castors.

Seat Height: 54cm

Seat Depth: 55cm

Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
202cm (79.53")
Depth
84cm (33.07")
Date of Manufacture

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this 1920s English Leather Sofa to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA851221
Dealers Internal Ref
2514
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018
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A two-seater 1920s English sofa featuring dark brown leather upholstery, rolled arms with studding details, light cream linen seat cushions, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.
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Archive I A two-seater 1920s English sofa featuring dark brown leather upholstery, rolled arms with studding details, light cream linen seat cushions, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.

1920s English Leather Sofa

Archive II A two-seater 1920s English sofa featuring dark brown leather upholstery, rolled arms with studding details, light cream linen seat cushions, and turned wooden legs on brass castors. View II
Archive III A two-seater 1920s English sofa featuring dark brown leather upholstery, rolled arms with studding details, light cream linen seat cushions, and turned wooden legs on brass castors. View III
Archive IV A two-seater 1920s English sofa featuring dark brown leather upholstery, rolled arms with studding details, light cream linen seat cushions, and turned wooden legs on brass castors. View IV
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Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Telephone 01858 882005 or 07811 127428
Location
Lodge Farm
Walton Lane
Husbands Bosworth
Leicestershire
LE17 6NN
United Kingdom

By appointment only
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/leewrightantiques
Verified Since Nov 2018
Items For Sale 139
Items Sold 1,009
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
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Location: Lodge Farm, Walton Lane, Husbands Bosworth, Leicestershire, LE17 6NN, United Kingdom, , By appointment only
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A two-seater 1920s English sofa featuring dark brown leather upholstery, rolled arms with studding details, light cream linen seat cushions, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.
1920s English Leather Sofa
Ref: SA851221
A two-seater 1920s English sofa featuring dark brown leather upholstery, rolled arms with studding details, light cream linen seat cushions, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSofas
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEnglish Country
  • MaterialLeather, Linen, Wood, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRolled arms, Brass castors, Studding detail, Turned legs
  • SizeH 82 cm (32 in) x W 202 cm (80 in) x D 84 cm (33 in)

This 1920s English Country style sofa is constructed from dark brown leather with antique hemp seat cushions in light cream. The piece includes rolled arms with studding detail, turned wooden legs, and brass castors. The dark brown leather shows natural creasing and age wear across the back and frame, while the front legs terminate in small brass castors. Measuring 82 cm high, 202 cm wide, and 84 cm deep, it provides comfortable seating for two individuals. Suitable for placement in a gentleman's library, study, or living room, the sofa pairs traditional materials with sturdy proportions. The neutral cream of the hemp cushions contrasts against the dark leather body, while the turned wooden front legs provide elevation. It integrates into both traditional and transitional interior schemes, serving as a functional seating option for daily use.

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1920s English leather sofas typically feature lower profiles, deep seats, rolled arms, and hand-patinated leather upholstery. They often incorporate traditional construction techniques such as coil-sprung seating, horsehair padding, and turned wooden legs with brass castors.

Frame construction utilised solid hardwoods like beech or oak, complemented by steel coil springs and jute webbing. Upholstery consisted of natural hide leather, often coloured with vegetable dyes, alongside internal fillings of horsehair, wool felt, and cotton wadding.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of genuine age, such as natural craquelure in the leather, hand-tacked brass studding, turned timber feet, and period-correct brass castors. Internal inspection often reveals traditional hand-laced springs and natural horsehair stuffing rather than synthetic foam.

Balance the dark visual weight of aged leather by pairing the sofa with neutral linen cushions, light wall finishes, and modern minimalist side tables. Introducing geometric rugs or sleek metallic lighting creates an engaging contrast between historical patina and contemporary design.

Position the sofa away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent the leather from drying or cracking. Regular dusting with a soft cloth and occasional application of a natural leather conditioner helps preserve flexibility and moisture.
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