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19thc Howard & Sons Leather Chesterfield Sofa - Fully Restored and Not Yet Dyed
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19thc Howard & Sons Leather Chesterfield Sofa - Fully Restored and Not Yet Dyed

19th century
For Sale by Robinson of England (Reserved for a buyer)
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A very good 19thC Howard & Sons Chesterfield that we have restored in the most meticulous manner. Fully hand tacked, horse tail filled and finished in our raw British russet leathers.

As yet un-dyed. Our client can select the colouring of their choice.

This piece has great presence and is of course a particularly rare piece.

Available to view by appointment in our Belgravia Studio.

Our workshops are based in the North East of England where we carry some 250 pieces of 19th, early 20th and Vintage Chesterfield furniture and also craft our own Signature Collection. Viewings by appointment.

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Robinson of England has dated this Leather Chesterfield Sofa to the Victorian era.

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A very good 19thC Howard & Sons Chesterfield that we have restored in the most meticulous manner. Fully hand tacked, horse tail filled and finished in our raw British russet leathers.

As yet un-dyed. Our client can select the colouring of their choice.

fig 1. A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs.
fig 1. 19thc Howard & Sons Leather Chesterfield Sofa - Fully Restored and Not Yet Dyed

This piece has great presence and is of course a particularly rare piece.

Available to view by appointment in our Belgravia Studio.

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Our workshops are based in the North East of England where we carry some 250 pieces of 19th, early 20th and Vintage Chesterfield furniture and also craft our own Signature Collection.
Robinson of England

Viewings by appointment.

Date of Manufacture

Robinson of England has dated this Leather Chesterfield Sofa to the Victorian era.

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Robinson of England
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2022
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A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs.
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Archive I A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs.

19thc Howard & Sons Leather Chesterfield Sofa - Fully Restored and Not Yet Dyed

Archive II A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs. View II
Archive III A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs. View III
Archive IV A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs. View IV
Archive V A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs. View V
Archive VI A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs. View VI
Archive VII A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs. View VII
Archive VIII A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs. View VIII
Archive IX A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs. View IX
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Robinson of England
Telephone 07886 919 667
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/robinsonofengland
Verified Since Jan 2022
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A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs.
19thC Howard & Sons Leather Chesterfield Sofa - fully restored and not yet dyed
Ref: SA867372
A restored 19th-century Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in natural off-white undyed leather with deep buttoning and turned wood legs.
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  • ObjectSofas
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialLeather, Wood, Metal
  • ColourOff White
  • MotifsDeep buttoning, Rolled arms, Turned legs, Studding detail

This Victorian Chesterfield sofa originates from the 19th century in the English Country House style. The piece uses leather, wood, and metal materials, finished in an off-white, natural undyed colour. Details include deep buttoning across the backrest, generously rolled arms with studding detail, and short turned wood legs. The internal construction uses traditional horse tail filling with full hand tacking. The sofa sits comfortably in a generous living room, study, or drawing room as a central seating arrangement. The overall dimensions measure 220 cm wide by 95 cm deep by 75 cm high, providing ample space for multiple sitters. The leather remains in a raw, unfinished state, allowing the buyer to customise the final colouration to personal taste through the restoration workshop.

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A 19th-century Chesterfield sofa is characterised by deep buttoning, rolled arms set at equal height to the backrest, and a solid timber internal frame. Originating in Britain, this iconic style evolved throughout the Victorian period as coil spring upholstery allowed for deeper padding and distinct structural proportions.

Traditional construction relies on a hardwood frame, hand-tied steel coil springs, natural fillings such as horsehair and coir, and full-grain hide upholstery fastened with brass studs over turned timber legs.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved turned legs, hand-stitched leather seams, traditional natural fillings, and frequently bear maker stamps or castors stamped with manufacturer details along the frame or leg fixings.

A leather Chesterfield sofa operates as a central anchor in modern interiors when paired with architectural lighting, placed against neutral painted backgrounds, or complemented by contemporary artwork and textured textiles.

Restored leather upholstery should be positioned away from direct heat sources and prolonged sunlight to prevent drying, dusted regularly using a dry cloth, and treated periodically with specialist leather balm.
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