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Eclecticism and the Chesterfield

Eclecticism is a bold approach to interior design and when done well and with the right pieces, looks absolutely stunning. Essentially eclecticism is to merge styles from different time periods into one project to create a stunning and varying room.   This can be done by mixing and matching colours textures and overall styles that compliment each other but are still entirely different in time period and appearance.   The term eclectic was originally coined by Johann Joachim Winckelmann, an art historian during the 18th century to describe the art of Annibale Carracci, who mixed traditional and contemporary styles into his pieces. This has now moved into the world of interiors to create phenomenal and unique interiors and rooms. For...

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Traditional Heritage with a Twist!

The Chesterfield Sofa really does represents true British heritage; our long standing tradition of beautiful pieces, crafted at an unprecedented level of fine craftsmanship and detail. At Robinson of England this is something embedded within our roots; to craft stunning classic styles to the highest level of quality! We endeavour to craft our pieces in the traditional manner, using solid beechwood frames and coil spring to not only create a superbly comfortable piece but longevity also!            With their very regal and striking presence the Chesterfield sofa makes a stunning focal point in any room or even to compliment other pieces and styles in the room. Renowned for there Straight arms and back to give a...

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The Luxury and Longevity of the Chesterfield

    The Chesterfield Sofa has been an iconic piece of furniture for many many years, from its early days within the Gentlemen's Clubs of London, to more eclectic interior design projects.  The grandeur of settings in luxury locations to give a sense of importance, to the more humble situ's of a families living room or a modern entertaining area.   In the family home the iconic Chesterfield Sofa stands as a widely loved style, blending with all design tastes and family needs.   The elegant and timeless shape and style with its grand fully buttoned finish not only looks beautiful, but gives a robust and versatile seating area for the entire family. These superb pieces are crafted with not...

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The Secrets of Fine Leather Furniture

Over the years we have hand crafted some of the finest furniture known! From a Metallic gold leather sofa for Alan Carr’s Chatty Man series, to the more traditional such as our Grand Fully Buttoned Wilmington Chesterfield Sofa or our Sumptuous Duck Feather filled Grenville sofa. We have crafted pieces for people such as Alfred Dunhill, Google and even Harvard University.     Here at Robinson of England we craft all our pieces in the same manner as antique pieces were crafted over 100 years ago! We aim to create legacy pieces of furniture, entirely unique, which will last lifetime upon lifetime.We continue techniques rarely seen in modern crafting, such as using loose coil springs which are hand tied in place for maximum comfort, along with hand...

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