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Sandford Chesterfield Collection
Each Winchester Chesterfield is handmade in our British workshop using traditional upholstery methods passed down through generations. Our Heritage Timeline documents this lineage in detail, showing how our techniques have evolved from the early makers to the present day.
The Sandford Collection
The Sandford Chesterfield is a soft, vintage‑toned interpretation of the classic British sofa, defined by its straight arms, clean architectural lines and fully hand‑buttoned seat. The silhouette is calm and structured, offering a contemporary take on the traditional Chesterfield while retaining the depth and character of true British upholstery.
Its proportions are carefully balanced, structured without feeling rigid, refined without being delicate, making the Sandford one of the most versatile models in the Winchester range. Built on a hand‑joined hardwood frame and upholstered entirely by hand, it delivers a supportive, comfortable sit with unmistakable maker quality.
Craft & Construction
The Sandford is individually hand deep‑buttoned across the back, arms and seat, with each pleat shaped by our craftspeople to create a crisp, traditional diamond pattern. The straight arms give the model its distinctive modern‑heritage profile, while optional hand‑nailed studwork adds precision and period‑correct detailing.
The frame is hand‑joined from solid hardwood, dowelled, glued and screwed for long‑term strength. Every element is crafted using traditional British upholstery methods to ensure structure, comfort and durability.
This model is built using the same deep‑buttoning and hand‑tied techniques described in our Craft & Upholstery Guide, ensuring every Sandford reflects genuine workshop skill rather than mass‑produced retail methods.
Archive Leather Blends
The Sandford is upholstered in a mixed vintage leather blend, created by individually selecting, cutting and composing plain premium leathers in our workshop. Customers do not choose colours or finishes, each piece is made from a curated mix of natural tones and grains, giving every Sable its own quiet variation and vintage character. No two patterns are ever the same, and the depth comes from the leather itself rather than from surface antiquing. This approach ensures each Sandford carries a unique, lived‑in warmth while maintaining the clean, structured silhouette of the model.
Seating & Comfort
The Sandford features a loose cushion seat, built using traditional upholstery methods that allow the springs beneath to work as intended. Each cushion is filled with what we believe to be the best standard materials for this type of construction, giving the seat a balanced, supportive feel with a softer, more relaxed comfort than a buttoned base.
The cushions are shaped and finished by hand to ensure consistency, longevity and a calm, tailored appearance. The result is a comfortable, long‑lasting sit that reflects true British workshop craft while offering a more contemporary comfort profile.
