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Overview

Chester’s origins lie in the vision of MV Ramaswamy and his relationship with leather. In 1986, he built a business processing high-quality leather goods for export from India, earning a reputation across Europe.

Drawn to the elegant forms of 19th-century European furniture, Ramaswamy was inspired to bring this traditional craft back to Bangalore, exploring them in an Indian context.

In 1994, he sent four of his most experienced craftsmen to the Netherlands, where they refined their skills in the specialist manufacture of deep-buttoned leather furniture. With this exchange of knowledge and skills, Chester’s was born.

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DESIGN:

We believe true sustainability lies not in the ephemeral gestures of contemporary design, but in the creation of objects that transcend their moment. Each Chesters piece is conceived as an heirloom with time —furniture designed to outlive trends, to grow more beautiful with the passage of time, to become more valuable through use rather than less.

Whether a Chesterfield, or a piece from our Classic or Modern collections, all our designs are selected for their timeless and iconic forms. We draw from history to produce designs that we know are not only comfortable and elegant, but have a legacy that has already stood a test of time.

From our early days working with the Mouton Fauve or French lambskin, we have been committed to working with the best quality materials and components for our pieces, ensuring longevity and sustainability.

CONTINUED CARED & REFURBISHMENT:

Each piece tells a story that begins in our workshop and continues in your home, accumulating character with every use. The gentle wear of a favourite armchair's arm, the subtle patina that emerges on a dining table's surface—these are not signs of ageing but evidence of a life well-lived.

The time taken to craft each piece and the materials used will ensure it withstands daily use for years to come. Nonetheless, Chesters offers continued care for your furniture, ensuring that its comfort and elegance are maintained to a high standard and repaired when required, rather than replaced.

OUR RELATIONSHIPS

As a family-run company, we understand that true luxury extends beyond the object itself to encompass the entire experience of creation and ownership. Our sensitivity to our customers' needs isn't merely professional courtesy—it's an extension of our craft.

We apply our deep understanding of upholstery and carpentry in choosing the right materials and detailing for each piece in the context of the place it will occupy, whether it will be an office, hospitality venue or a domestic interior.