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Vintage Sofa Company Crompton Union Jack Armchair in Leather

Vintage Sofa Company Crompton Union Jack Armchair in Leather

Regular price £1,679.00 GBP
Regular price £2,519.00 GBP Sale price £1,679.00 GBP
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The Crompton Union Jack Armchair brings a familiar British motif into a properly upholstered statement chair. With its high back, deep buttoning, navy, red and tan leather panels, studded scroll arms and turned wooden legs, it has the presence of a heritage piece rather than a themed accent chair.

Delivery: 12-14 Weeks

Dimensions: H 95cm , W 100cm , D 102cm
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  • Seats: 1 People
  • Assembly Required: Yes - Feet Only
  • Material: Leather / Wood
  • Guarantee: 5 Years
  • Brand: Vintage Sofa Company
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Vintage Sofa Company Crompton Union Jack Leather Armchair in Leather brings a familiar British motif into a properly upholstered statement chair. With its high back, deep buttoning, navy, red and tan leather panels, studded scroll arms and turned wooden legs.

Description

The appeal of the Crompton comes from the way it handles a bold idea with traditional furniture detail. The Union Jack is not treated as a surface flourish, but worked into the chair through individually arranged leather panels across the back and seat. That gives the design more depth and structure, while the darker outer leather helps frame the pattern and keep the overall look grounded.

Its shape also does a lot of the work. The tall back, gently winged sides and scroll arms give the chair a familiar, classic feel, while the deep buttoning adds the character expected from British-inspired upholstery. Brass stud detailing and turned wooden legs reinforce that more established look, so the flag motif feels integrated into the design rather than sitting awkwardly on top of it.

Made by Vintage Sofa Company, the Crompton also has the build quality buyers expect from a substantial leather armchair. A hardwood frame, hand-tied springs and leather upholstery all contribute to its long-term appeal, both visually and in day-to-day use. Over time, the leather will soften and develop natural creasing and patina, which suits a chair of this style particularly well.

This armchair suits interiors that need one piece with real identity rather than a chair that simply blends into the background. It works best where there is room for a piece with identity, whether that is in a characterful sitting room, a study, a hotel lounge or a commercial interior that benefits from a recognisable British reference.

Dimensions

Height: 95cm

Width: 100cm

Depth: 102cm

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sizes within 5 mm (± allowable tolerance)

Specifications

SKU: 2600700185359

Product Code: 2600700185359

Number of Seats: 1 People

Assembly Required: Yes - Feet Only

Material: Leather / Wood

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Guarantee: 5 Years

Brand: Vintage Sofa Company

Manufacturer: Vintage Sofa Company

Care Information

For more information on how to care for products from Vintage Sofa Company, please view our Carlton & Vintage Care and Maintenance page.

Delivery Policy


e-Vouchers do not incur any delivery charges and free delivery will be automatically applied to all e-Vouchers at checkout.

Standard Delivery Service
FREE for orders over £300 to mainland UK*
£24.99 for furniture orders under £300 to mainland UK*
Kerbside delivery only, usually pallet delivery

Gallery Deliveries
£9.95 for small accessories to mainland UK*
£14.95 for medium accessories to mainland UK*
£19.95 for large accessories to mainland UK*
£69.95 for large or heavy items to mainland UK*
Gallery shipping is based on the size and weight of each item and the shipping cost is calculated at checkout
Time frame: approximately 7-10 working days

White Glove Delivery Service - Call to Discuss Options

Key information

We will always book in a delivery with you. We will contact you either by email or phone once we have organised the delivery and prepared your items, this may take a few days. The delivery time frame is approximately 7-10 working days.

Our standard delivery service will be kerbside delivery only. You will be responsible for the handling of products onto your property and the disposal of any waste. Your order will be dispatched via one of the following delivery methods:

Pallet couriers

The pallet couriers are not insured to bring the goods onto your property/ driveway. You will receive email confirmation & tracking information from us once your order has been collected, then within a few days the pallet courier will contact you directly to discuss a delivery slot once it’s reached your local depot. Please be advised that pallets are usually transported in 18-tonne wagons.


Luton Van courier

This will either be a 1 or 2 man delivery team. We will contact you directly via text or email to book this in a few days in advance. You will receive a 3-4 hour time slot and the couriers will call 30 mins prior to delivery with a more precise time.

Small parcel couriers (e.g. DPD)

You will receive a text directly from the courier to let you know what day and time your order will be delivered.

Please keep an eye out for texts, calls or emails from unknown contacts as this will likely be us or one of our couriers trying to book in delivery.
Please write any special delivery instructions in the notes at checkout. If you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

*Excluding AB, DD, DG, EH, FK, G, HS, IV, KA, KW, KY, ML, PA, PH, PO, TD, ZE. postcode districts. Orders going to these postcode districts will have delivery charged at £60. **The above excluded postcode districts are also exempt from the White Glove Delivery Service, despite them being available at checkout. Please do not select this option. If you would like to enquire about White Glove in these areas, please call to discuss. It is likely to have a higher charge or may unavailable.

FAQ's

What makes the Crompton different from a standard leather armchair?

The main difference is the way the design is built into the upholstery. Instead of a plain leather finish, the Crompton uses navy, red and tan leather panels to create a Union Jack layout across a traditional high-back armchair, giving it much more character than a standard occasional chair.

Is the Union Jack pattern printed onto the leather?

No. The flag effect is created through separate leather panels rather than a printed finish. That gives the chair more texture, depth and a more premium feel, while also making the design look like part of the upholstery rather than an applied graphic.

Why does the chair use darker leather around the outside?

The darker outer leather helps frame the central flag design and gives the chair more visual balance. It also keeps the overall look richer and more grounded, which is important on a piece with such a recognisable motif.

Does the high-back shape change the feel of the chair?

Yes. The taller back and winged profile give the Crompton a more enveloping, upright feel than a lower occasional chair. That shape also adds to its visual presence, making it read as a substantial feature piece rather than a light accent chair.

What details give it a more traditional British look beyond the Union Jack itself?

The deep buttoning, scroll arms, brass stud edging and turned wooden legs all contribute to that effect. These are the details that connect the chair to classic British upholstery, so the design still feels rooted in heritage furniture.

Does the Crompton work better as a standalone chair or as part of a matched seating scheme?

The Crompton is often strongest as a standalone piece, as the Union Jack upholstery and high-back shape give it enough character to anchor a room on its own. It can sit alongside plainer leather seating, but it tends to work best when given space to stand out rather than being matched too closely with equally dominant pieces.

How will the leather finish change over time?

With regular use, the leather will soften and develop natural creasing and patina. That ageing process suits this style well, giving the chair a more lived-in look and adding to the character of the panelled finish.

What does Vintage Sofa Company bring to this design?

Vintage Sofa Company combines the bold visual idea with traditional upholstery methods, including a hardwood frame, hand-tied springs and leather chosen for long-term durability. That is what helps the Crompton feel like a serious piece of furniture rather than a themed chair with short-term appeal.

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