Jemima club chair in Black Vintage leather
By far the most voluptuous of our Black vintage leather wingchair women, Jemima’s elegant French outline is built on a solid hardwood frame that’s designed to last a lifetime. Her exclusive S.W. James 3 layered comfort cushions; curved scroll arms; and sturdy, solid wooden feet have been carefully crafted to allow for luxurious longing – with a low slung sit that’s easy to get into, and you’ll never want to get out of.
Dimensions: 92cm wide x 86cm deep x 83cm 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 Jemima:
About our vintage leather:
How our Chesterfields are made:
Overall Dimensions
92cm wide x 86cm deep x 83cm 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
46cm wide x 56cm 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
If resplendent comfort is what you’re looking for, then look no further than Jemima. By far the most voluptuous of our wingchair women, Jemima’s elegant French-style, curved design makes her timelessly à la mode – and while she’s never travelled to la République herself, her imagination is content with an Edith Piaf record and a kir royale. We’ve complemented Jemima’s classic look by wrapping in her our S.W. James exclusive Black vintage leather, and adding delicate piping detail to her outline. The result is a simple, stunning design that’ll serve to perfectly accent any room.
Like the rest of the S.W. James wingback family, Jemima is built on a solid hardwood frame that’s built to last a lifetime. Her Her exclusive S.W. James 3 layered comfort cushions; curved scroll arms; and sturdy, solid wooden feet allow are designed to allow for luxurious lounging – with a low slung sit that’s easy to get into, and one you’ll never want to get out of.
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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Learn more about our rustic leather
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
Learn more about our antique leather
Learn more about our Harris Tweed
Learn more about our herringbone wools
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.
Contact us on info@swjames.com or via the contact us page with your request.
Handmade in England
See how they are made
The Jemima in Vintage Leather
Key Features
Simple, Clean & Comfy
Contemporary, clean feel, with an ample, deep seating space
Relax
This is a chair to relax in and lock out the world for a while
Made By Experts
We Believe In Firmly Honouring Design, Craftsmanship & Traditional Production Methods
Relaxing Style
Simple, Clean & Comfy
Deliberately designed by the team at S.W. James to have narrower arms, the Jemima has a contemporary, clean feel, with an ample, deep seating space.
In keeping with the clean feel, we also removed studs and piping for this clean, modern reading chair. This is a chair to relax in and lock out the world for a while
Hand built
Made in Britain
Made with the highest care and attention to every detail. The style of the Jemima is a result of master workmanship. Every step of the production process is meticulously completed by hand to achieve the most authentic results.