Victorian design Chesterfield armchairs, matching footstools
Pair of Original Victorian design Chesterfield armchairs with matching foot stools (pristine). There are two kinds of Chesterfield furniture- the mass produced stuff that lasts 5-10 years and then the original high-end constructions, designed to last a lifetime or two ! These are the latter: solid hardwood frames to ensure longevity; arms, backs and seats all coil sprung and extensively buttoned; screwed bases and stitched leather, rather than staple gunned and glued for 'good value'. These are statement pieces. I cannot find any other examples on the internet. They were the most expensive items of furniture on sale in Ponsford's Furniture Department store in (Sheffield's premier furniture store est. ). Since then they have only had one careful lady owner. There is nothing really comparable in terms of quality, craftsmanship and detail I have been able to locate. Consider for example Ponsford's current Chesterfield-style Halo Chester 3 seater (£ each) - no doubt quality for today but frankly no comparison with what was available (albeit at a huge price) 35 years ago. The urgent need to de-clutter the house prior to putting the property on the market prompts this sale (they originally came from a larger property). I also have a pair of matching Chesterfield 4 seater sofas for sale advertised elsewhere. The arm chairs and foot stools are in amazing condition... Read More