Chesterfield Armchair, United Kingdom, 1920s

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Chesterfield Armchair / Wing Chair “Wing Chair”, pp. s. XX - United Kingdom

Exceptional Wing Chair or English wing chair, … Read more Chesterfield Armchair / Wing Chair “Wing Chair”, pp. s. XX - United Kingdom

Exceptional Wing Chair or English wing chair, upholstered in cognac-colored smooth leather with studs and wooden legs. The front feet are finished with the original brass wheels. It is a very comfortable seat, intended for the reading corner, since its "ears" are designed to support the head. The condition of the leather corresponds to its age and use, providing an aspect of elegance typical of this type of pieces. The images serve as a of the condition.
The Chesterfield evokes British elegance and decorum for interior decoration and furnishings. It is not just an armchair, but part of a story. The term Chesterfield was commonly used in 19th century England to describe a leather sofa. It is believed that it was the 4th Earl of Chesterfield, Phillip Stanhope, who gave this name when placing an order for an elegant and comfortable piece of furniture in the 18th century whose preferences were for a piece of furniture upholstered with deep buttons and rolled arms.

Materials: Leather, wood
Period: Early 20th century
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Good condition based on age and use / The leather shows signs of use.
Overall dimensions: 110 x 83 x 72 cm.
Seat height: 48 cm. See less