Chester One armchair by Poltrona Frau with Pelle Frau® leather, artisanal capitonné, hand-shaped horsehair padding, Italian luxury craftsmanship

Chester One | Armchair

Renzo Frau

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The supporting structure is made from seasoned beech.
The vegetable horsehair of the backrest and armrest padding is hand-shaped. The spring system consists of hand-tied biconical springs attached to jute belts. The seat cushion is in goose down and polyurethane foam. The feet can be spherical, in lacquered black or walnut stained wood, in the same finishes or covered in leather.

Chester One | Armchair

Renzo Frau
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Concept and Design

Chester is now also Chester One: a more extensive collection with new four- and five-seater sofas and poufs, also revisited in terms of their dimensions. In fact, the seats are now 15 centimetres deeper to offer greater comfort and contemporary elegance, in keeping with the times. However, the Chester One sofa maintains the features of the classic model designed by Renzo Frau: the famous capitonné processing, the curved armrest, the series of pins that refines the Pelle Frau® leather upholstery.

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Renzo Frau

Lorenzo Frau, known as ‘Renzo’, was born in Cagliari in 1881. He left Sardinia for military service in Milan, which he completed successfully earning the title of lieutenant. He married Savina Pisati and moved to Turin, at the time a real hub of Italian culture. He initially worked as a sales representative for Gribaudi and then for Dermoide Patent, manufacturer of faux leather. Having moved to Great Britain for work, he was able to discover the Chesterfield model armchairs and immediately imagined its potential, successfully starting to import it into Italy. At the same time, however, he was also attracted by the models of French and Central European style. He therefore decided to create his own artisan production laboratory. It was 1912: Poltrona Frau was created. From the initial work ‘in style’, Frau quickly moved onto direct design. Poltrona Frau became not only a production pole, but also a meeting point for artists and intellectuals. Renzo Frau used these relations to consolidate the brand image: successful models ensued quickly, one after the other. As the First World War broke out, Frau was called to fight for his country and his wife Savina bravely took up the reins of the company. Frau’s armchairs thus began entering the most important buildings, also used by the royal family. Renzo Frau met an early death in 1926. He left an extensive archive of projects that would allow his wife to coherently pursue Poltrona Frau production in the years to come.

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The Chester One by Poltrona Frau reinterprets the myth of the Chesterfield in a contemporary key, blending the tradition of capitonné craftsmanship with a more streamlined, modern design. Thanks to its revised proportions and the unmistakable artisanal work of Pelle Frau®, this armchair adapts to both classic and modern settings, becoming a true bridge between past and present. Every detail, from the solid wood frame to the generous padding, tells a story of quality, comfort, and the culture of Italian design.

 

The Chester One finds its ideal place in contemporary living rooms seeking a statement piece, in historic villas, or in spaces with wood paneling where the strength of tradition meets a more current sensibility. Its discreet yet authoritative presence makes it perfect for those looking to furnish with a reimagined icon, capable of conversing with both antique furniture and minimalist or industrial decor, creating a refined and never banal contrast.

 

In professional environments such as law firms, notary offices, executive offices, or prestigious corporate waiting rooms, the Chester One conveys solidity, hospitality, and a sense of exclusivity. It is the ideal choice for those who want to welcome clients and guests in a prestigious atmosphere without sacrificing a touch of contemporary style, reinforcing their corporate image through an iconic and recognizable piece of furniture.

 

The Chester One is also highly appreciated in hotel lounges, exclusive suites, boutique hotels, and private clubs, where comfort and representation are essential. In luxury lounge bars, refined libraries, and cultural spaces, this armchair offers an enveloping and theatrical seating experience, perfect for moments of relaxation, reading, or conversation.

 

It is also perfectly suited for showrooms, art galleries, luxury retail spaces, and photo shoots: its striking presence helps create sophisticated and memorable environments, often becoming the protagonist in editorial features, advertising campaigns, and film productions that aim to evoke an atmosphere of class, history, and Italian design.

 

In reading corners, relaxation rooms, private or public libraries, the Chester One provides comfortable seating with great visual impact, ideal for those seeking a refined relaxation experience. The possibility to customize finishes, colors, and materials also makes it perfect for contract projects in hotels, yachts, luxury residences, and public spaces, becoming a distinctive element for interior designers and architects who want to offer clients furniture that is both a symbol of status and a functional, everyday object.

 

Finally, it is perfect for anyone wishing to bring a piece of history into their home, reinterpreted with contemporary sensibility—choosing an armchair that furnishes, tells a story, and enhances the space, becoming the heart of any room in which it is placed.

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