Vintage Sofa Company Bowes Rub-Off Leather Patchwork Chair

Designed to do more than a plain leather armchair, the Bowes Rub-Off Leather Patchwork Chair combines traditional upholstery detailing with a bolder, more decorative finish. The high back, deep buttoning and studded arms draw on classic heritage styling, while the patchwork leather introduces stronger colour variation and a more individual feel than a plain leather chair.

The rub-off leather is what gives this piece much of its appeal. Rather than reading as one flat colour, the surface has tonal shifts across each panel, which helps the leather feel richer and more expressive in the room. Shades of blue, green, burgundy, brown and tan work together to create a more layered look, while the buttoned back adds structure and definition across the design. This makes the Bowes especially effective in interiors that need one chair to carry real visual weight, whether that is a sitting room, study, reading corner or more formal living space.

Its proportions also make it a practical choice as well as a decorative one. The high back and enclosed shape give it a more supportive feel than a lower accent chair, while the seat remains generous enough for regular use. Brass stud detailing and tapered wooden legs help balance the stronger upholstery with a more tailored finish, so the chair feels characterful without becoming heavy or overly ornate.

This is also a piece with long-term appeal. The hardwood frame, leather upholstery, full assembly and 10-year guarantee all add reassurance, while the rub-off leather is designed to develop more depth and patina over time. It is a chair chosen as much for its lasting character as for its immediate impact.

Height: 101cm

Width: 80cm

Depth: 81cm

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sizes within 5 mm (± allowable tolerance)

SKU: 2600700345654

Product Code: 2600700345654

Number of Seats: 1 People

Assembly Required: No

Material: Leather / Wood

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Guarantee: 10 Years

Brand: Vintage Sofa Company

Manufacturer: Vintage Sofa Company

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

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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

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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.

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