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History of Chesterfield

The beauty of the Chesterfield sofa attracts eyes of all those who walk into a room with it. The ambience it creates helps to enhance other elements of a room as well, like in a sprawling library or elegant bars. Its quality, comfort and iconic design are what make it bedrock of all leather furniture. It has taken many years to craft such a masterwork which has so dynamic qualities, thus The Chesterfield’s history is something we all should know   The invention story of Chesterfield is itself a mystery which makes it even more interesting. It is said that in the mid of 18th century, the fourth Earl of Chesterfield, Philip Stanhope created this wonderful piece of furniture. It was the time when furniture was transiting towards comfort- benches became lavish sofas and stools became classy armchairs   However, the facts show a different story about Earl's development of the Chesterfield. The sofa got button tufting in the 19th century when the Industrial Revolution resul