No, the distinctive Chesterfield sofa style is just as iconic today as it was in the 1700s. While there are modern reinventions in fabric or velvet, a leather Chesterfield sofa is a timeless statement that can elevate any home.
If you buy a good-quality piece, and take care of it well, a Chesterfield sofa can last a lifetime. The timeless piece of furniture should be manufactured to the highest possible quality and the iconic design will always be in style.
The best Chesterfield Sofas honour the traditional British design while paying tribute to modern sensibilities and expectations of comfort. Classic and iconic, this model epitomises the excellence of British craftsmanship, distinguishing itself from other formal sofas with ease and elegance. This week, we asked our St Albans showroom manager and in-house Chesterfield expert, Tony Ansong, what makes a real Chesterfield.
REAL CHESTERFIELDS ARE HANDMADE IN ENGLAND
If you’re buying a Chesterfield Sofa, it’s indisputable that it should be made in England. Raft offers two Chesterfield models, the Stanford Sofa and the Embassy Sofa. Handmade in England by expert artisans. These two beautiful variations of the Chesterfield celebrate classic sensibilities while prioritising comfort in a way that can only be achieved by truly evolved artisanship. The magical interior blend we use at Raft promises irresistible comfort even in formal settings.
“As a Chesterfield enthusiast, I cannot recommend Raft’s craftsmanship more when it comes to making the best Chesterfield Sofa. Each stud is individually placed and screwed by hand giving our Embassy and Stanford sofas character and authenticity.
When you’re investing in a timeless sofa like a Chesterfield, you want to know that it has been handmade with care. The clinical look created by mass produced, machine made sofas just won’t cut it when it comes to a sofa as iconic as this!”
ARE CHESTERFIELD SOFAS OLD FASHIONED?
The Chesterfield Sofa was invented in the 1700s. However, the image of this sofa as a regal centrepiece for stately homes and palaces has been challenged in every decade since as every style of interior has adapted this iconic design to work for it.
