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Antique Victorian 1860 Show Frame Carved Walnut Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa
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Antique Victorian 1860 Show Frame Carved Walnut Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa

19th century
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Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored Victorian hand dyed cigar brown leather Chesterfield tufted club sofa with hand carved walnut Show Frame

Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price.

This sofa is as rare as they come, it’s a period original Victorian which is rare in itself however it has the fully sprung frame, what that means is instead of just having springs in the base it has sprung arms and back rests as well, they were a lot more expensive to make. The sofa has what's called a "Show Frame" which means the frame has been ornately carved, this were often special commissions that were made by the cabinet maker to take to exhibitions to "Show" the quality of their craftsmanship

The leather has been fully restored to include being washed back, hand dyed six times, antiqued, sealed, waxed down and polished, it is in lovely period antique order

Dimensions

Height:- 68cm

Width:- 195cm

Depth:- 84cm

Seat height:- 47.5cm

Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask

Any questions please feel free to ask.

Physical Dimensions
Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
195cm (76.77")
Depth
84cm (33.07")
Declaration

Royal House Antiques has dated this Victorian Leather Chesterfield Sofa to the Victorian era.

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SA985838
Description
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored Victorian hand dyed cigar brown leather Chesterfield tufted club sofa with hand carved walnut Show Frame

Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price.

fig 1. A Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in brown tufted leather with a carved walnut showframe and brass castors.
fig 1. Antique Victorian 1860 Show Frame Carved Walnut Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa

This sofa is as rare as they come, it’s a period original Victorian which is rare in itself however it has the fully sprung frame, what that means is instead of just having springs in the base it has sprung arms and back rests as well, they were a lot more expensive to make. The sofa has what's called a "Show Frame" which means the frame has been ornately carved, this were often special commissions that were made by the cabinet maker to take to exhibitions to "Show" the quality of their craftsmanship

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The leather has been fully restored to include being washed back, hand dyed six times, antiqued, sealed, waxed down and polished, it is in lovely period antique order.
Royal House Antiques
fig 2. A Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in brown tufted leather with a carved walnut showframe and brass castors.
fig 2. Antique Victorian 1860 Show Frame Carved Walnut Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa

Dimensions

Height:- 68cm

Width:- 195cm

Depth:- 84cm

Seat height:- 47.5cm

Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask

Any questions please feel free to ask.

Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
195cm (76.77")
Depth
84cm (33.07")
Date of Manufacture

Royal House Antiques has dated this Victorian Leather Chesterfield Sofa to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA985838
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2021

Royal house antiques is a privately-owned family ran company founded in wimbledon in 2012 by husband and wife james and iris thorpe

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A Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in brown tufted leather with a carved walnut showframe and brass castors.
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 1860 SHOW FRAME CARVED WALNUT CHESTERFIELD BROWN LEATHER SOFA
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A Victorian Chesterfield sofa upholstered in brown tufted leather with a carved walnut showframe and brass castors.
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  • ObjectSofas & Settees
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsDeep buttoning, Showframe, Carved cabriole legs, Brass castors
  • SizeH 68 cm (27 in) x W 195 cm (77 in) x D 84 cm (33 in)

This Victorian Chesterfield sofa is a period original settee constructed from walnut, leather, and brass, styled for a gentleman's library. The cigar brown leather upholstery features deep buttoning and tufting across the back, arms, and seat, complemented by a hand-carved walnut show frame with carved cabriole legs on brass castors. The wood has a rich warm tone and a polished finish, while the leather displays a hand-dyed, antiqued finish with natural wear appropriate for its age. The frame incorporates curved, sweeping arms and detailed carved woodwork along the front rail and legs. Measuring 68 cm high, 195 cm wide, and 84 cm deep, the sofa provides substantial seating space for a principal living area or study. It functions well as a statement seating piece in a traditional drawing room, study, or formal reception space, offering deep-sprung comfort across the back and arms alongside the cushioned seat base. Interior arrangements benefit from placing it as a central freestanding seating option against a wall or in the middle of a spacious room.

FAQs

Maintain antique leather by dusting regularly with a dry cloth, positioning away from direct heat sources, and applying a specialised leather conditioner periodically to prevent drying.

An antique leather Chesterfield sofa functions as a focal point in contemporary spaces when paired with architectural lighting, neutral textiles, and minimalist side tables.

Authentic Victorian examples feature hand-carved solid wood showframes, brass castors, hand-tufted deep buttoning, and natural patination across the leather surface.

Victorian Chesterfield sofas were typically constructed using solid hardwood frames, such as walnut or mahogany, upholstered with natural leather, horsehair stuffing, and hand-tied coil springs.

A showframe Chesterfield sofa combines the traditional deep-buttoned leather upholstery of a Chesterfield with an exposed, carved wooden framework around the perimeter and legs.
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