History of the Chesterfield Sofa
Theres no definative answer to the question of the origin of the world famous chesterfield sofa, however the following theories seem to be the most popular today:
Chesterfield Sofa - Dictionary Definition
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, the use of the word chesterfield was used to describe a couch in the 1900's.
Earl of Chesterfield
It is believed that Phillip Stanhope, the 4th Earl of Chesterfield (1694-1773), commissioned the first leather chesterfield sofa with its distinctive deep buttoned, quilted leather upholstery and low seat base.
Other Rumours
Other rumoured origins of the chesterfield include the use of the term Chesterfield to refer to any sofa, settee or couch by turn of the century Americans and Canadians, and term coined to describe the button and quilting used on this particular sofa design.
The History of a Modern Chesterfield Sofa
Due to modern health and safety legislation, the old methods of producing a Chesterfield sofa have changed. Our chesterfield sofas now feature full flame retardent leather and foam fillings amongst many other modern refinements ensuring the safety of you and your loved ones.
Browse our range of comfortable chesterfield sofas before speaking to a member of our advisory team on +44(0)1484 663294.
