Pair of High-Back, Barrel-Shape Tufted Leather Armchairs With Brass Nailhead Trim

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On offer is a pair of high-quality Chesterfield-style barrel back armchairs that recall quiet English evenings by the fire in … Read more On offer is a pair of high-quality Chesterfield-style barrel back armchairs that recall quiet English evenings by the fire in one's own library or club. They are upholstered in full-aniline, top-grain cowhide leather done in a diamond button tufting traversing the entire high-back rest, inner wings and the integrated tight seat cushion. Hand-applied antique brass nailhead trim traces the dramatic curves of the rolled arms, the base frame and the outer seams of the back panels, all presented in a timeless distressed tan colorway.

CONSTRUCTION: Built on a solid wood frame, the chairs offer an imposing silhouette with substantial high wings traditionally designed to block drafts and trap heat. They rest on sleek, tapered square wooden legs in the back and matching front legs.

STYLE: Chesterfield style is an iconic, centuries-old British furniture design, primarily for sofas, characterized by a low silhouette, deep button tufting and arms that are the exact same height as the back. Traditionally upholstered in dark leather, this stately design originated in the 18th century when Lord Philip Stanhope, the 4th Earl of Chesterfield, commissioned a sofa that would allow a gentleman to sit completely upright without wrinkling his attire. Today, the Chesterfield is celebrated globally as a timeless statement piece that seamlessly bridges the gap between historical opulence and modern luxury. Surely, there’s a crackling fireplace in your life ready to be flanked by this pair.

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