Elsie wing back chair in Dark brown Vintage leather
Elsie is the little sister of our very first S.W. James Dark brown vintage leather wing chair, Clementine. We’ve taken care to make Elsie a little more compact, making her the perfect fit for smaller spaces you can cosy up in with a book or your favourite beverage; and with her classic, deep-button back and hand-studded detailing, she makes for a stylish relaxation companion.
Dimensions: 77cm wide x 78cm deep x 106cm high
We offer a variety of ways to purchase an S.W. James.
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Call Warren on 0161 359 5462 or email warren@swjames.com
An Introduction to Elsie:
About our vintage leather:
How our Chesterfields are made:
Overall Dimensions
77cm wide x 78cm deep x 106cm high - Will it fit?
Sofabed Frame Dimensions:
** All Our Sofabeds Come With Bun Feet & Castors, Bun Feet Need To Be Used When The Bed Action Is In Use.
Seat Dimensions
54cm wide x 54cm deep
Due to the hand made nature of our items, please allow for a tolerance of +/- 4cm
All our sofas are designed to fit through a standard sized door frame. Learn more by clicking below.
Sofabed Mattress Dimensions
Seat Cushions
Signature Comfort Blend - Learn more
Studs
Brushed Metal Studs - Learn more
Elsie is the little sister of our very first S.W. James Dark brown vintage leather wing chair, Clementine. While she’s certainly no stranger to raiding her older sibling’s wardrobe, Elise wears her wings a little differently – with a flatter design that makes for the perfect armrest for balancing a book in your hand – or a brandy. That’s right, Elsie is an agreeable gal who’s happy to unwind however you do.
All of our intricate sofa designs are carefully handmade with hand-stitching, and Elsie is no different. Her classic, deep-button back has been lovingly hand-tufted by our talented design team, with each of her studs painstakingly tapped in by hand, too. Overall, she presents a smaller, more compact wingchair design, but by no means is she any less welcoming than the rest of our brood. Elsie’s heart is as big as heart frame is solid – and with four sturdy, hand-stained wooden legs designed to last a lifetime she’s built to be loved through generations.
Here at S.W. James, infusing luxurious comfort into our Chesterfields and sofas has always been our most important goal. You’ll be pleased to know we’ve succeeded in creating the most comfortable and sumptuous Chesterfields you will find. ...In fact, we’re proud to say we are The Home of the Comfortable Chesterfield.
Our journey to supreme comfort:
The journey hasn’t been easy, but the end result is something truly special – you’d be surprised just how far a dream, dedication, and a whole lot of foam and springs can take you! Now, our team takes pride in infusing our unique, special blend of comfort into each and every S.W. James Chesterfield and sofa that leaves our workshop.
All of our S.W. James products are made perfect with our signature blend of soft, squidgy foam cushioning as standard. Over the years, we’ve taken the time to perfect our exclusive filling to create a plush, ample seat – carefully blended to last a lifetime.
So, how do we infuse the comfort?
1 - Comfort to the core
It’s no secret that strength and great character call for strong foundations, and it’s the same for Chesterfield sofas. For a first-rate piece of furniture that will seat your family through generations, it’s important to know that your Chesterfield is quality to the core.
In addition to a solid oak, kiln-dried frame that’s been dowelled and stapled for maximum strength, each one of our Chesterfields is bolstered with a sprung base. Working together with the frame, the sprung base provides supreme comfort as well as support. Elsewhere in the industry, these are often charged as an optional extra, but the S.W. James team doesn’t believe in doing things by halves, so you can trust all our sofas boast a customary sprung base.
2 - Plush, padded cushions
As we mentioned above, we’ve worked alongside our expert design team to create a unique comfort cushion blend that’s exclusive to S.W. James. Throughout our process of creating the perfect cushioning, we chose to emphasise two factors – comfort and durability.
The result? Our signature S.W. James comfort blend cushions have three separate layers of comfort. While this careful balance of firmness and flexibility is a closely guarded company secret, we promise our unique combination of springs and multilevel cushioning work together to provide supreme relaxation.
3 - Packing a punch
Sometimes more truly is well… more. At S.W. James, we add a little extra to all of our sofas for maximum quality. From each individual arm, right across the length of the back, each handmade S.W. James Chesterfield and sofa has been imbued with generous amounts of foam for premium comfort and increased support. The finished product isn’t just lovely and comfortable to relax on – it’s also a much more grand addition to your interiors, with a solid, regal stature.
Need to feel it to believe it? Come and take a seat to experience how comfortable our Chesterfields and sofas really are
We appreciate comfort can subjective, and everyone’s take on it is different. That’s why we’re always happy to invite you to come and try out our handmade Chesterfields and sofas before you buy. Please contact Warren on 0161 359 5462 to arrange your appointment, and be sure to ask after Huxley – our most sizable, sumptuous Chesterfield.
50% Deposit. Pay On Completion
We are happy to offer the option to put a 50% deposit down on your new S.W. James. We only take a 50% deposit on order so your balance can be paid just before your new S.W. James gets wrapped and ready to be delivered to its new home. To learn more contact Warren.
0% Finance
0% Finance available is available on most orders - please contact us if your interested in our finance options to get the ball rolling.
Delivered Free Into Your Home
We work with a trusted delivery team. A white glove team will make sure your new S.W. James is nestled perfectly in your home for you.
14 Days To Try It In Your Home
We couldn’t imagine why, but if you don’t love your new S.W. James when it arrives, you can always return it. We offer a no-hassle return policy. Live with it, lounge on it, if you don’t love it, we’ll understand.
Your piece is covered for 25 year guarantee
Buying an S.W. James is completely risk-free. We have endeavoured to make our buying process as relaxing as sitting in one of our sofas.
Every S.W. James comes with a 25 year frame guarantee. On completion, every S.W. James goes through a full quality checklist that is managed by our senior production manager. Our guarantee covers loose joints, timber breakage and spring rail breakage.
At S.W. James, we understand that investing in a luxury piece like a handmade Chesterfield sofa online can feel like a leap of faith—especially without trust firmly in place. That’s why we go above and beyond to deliver the kind of old-fashioned, no-rush customer service that puts people at ease. We’ve built our reputation one conversation, one delivery, and one delighted customer at a time. And the proof? Every single one of our Trustpilot reviews is 5-star.
But don’t just take our word for it. Here are two customer video reviews, so you can sit back, press play, and hear directly from those who’ve welcomed an S.W. James into their homes.
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Learn more about our vintage leather
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Clubman is a beautiful half-grain leather with a soft, waxy feel and a gently distressed look full of character. A resilient finish protects against marks and scuffs, making it as practical as it is handsome. It’s a more polished, uniform alternative to our vintage leathers—ideal for those who love the lived-in look, but with fewer natural markings.
Learn more about our Clubman leather
Burlington is a deluxe, half-grain pigmented leather with a smooth, supple finish and a naturally refined air. Gently buffed for a more even appearance, it retains its rich, organic character beneath a cleaner, more composed surface. Perfect for those seeking something a little more refined and less rugged than our vintage and rustic leather ranges, it’s hardwearing, handsome, and quietly sophisticated—with select shades offering a subtle two-tone depth.
Learn more about our Burlington leather
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Looking for a different colour or material? Our suppliers stock hundreds of options, so please feel free to contact us with your ideas.
We'd be happy to help you find the perfect colour or finish should you have something different in mind.
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Handmade in England
See how they are made
The Elsie in Vintage Leather
Key Features
Lovingly Handcrafted
Every stud added to the chair is painstakingly applied one at a time
Vintage Leather
"Lived In" look Vintage Leather provides a warm characterful finish
Solid Wooden Carriage
Built on a solid hardwood carriage, with four straight legs
Design Features
Lovingly handcrafted and finished
Made with the highest care and attention to every detail. Every stud added to the chair is painstakingly applied one at a time, to achieve an authentic handcrafted item. Nothing is machined or rushed at S.W. James.
Built on a solid oak, wooden carriage, with four straight legs. This wingback chair offers a slightly alternate, more modern look to the classic Queen Anne chair.
Warm Lived In Look
Vintage Leathers
Our warm vintage leathers gives any chair it covers an instant feeling that it’s been ‘lived in’. Full of life and character it makes any chair it covers feel like a great old companion who’s already lived with you for years.