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Chesterfield Furniture

CHESTERFIELD STYLE

The expansion of the British Empire brought Chesterfield sofas around the world, such as in Canada, where the word “chesterfield” refers to any type of sofa. Antique Chesterfield-style furniture now includes seating in a range of sizes and aesthetics, from velvet love seats and linen-upholstered club chairs to ottomans accompanying classic leather sofas.

Popular lore dates the Chesterfield sofa to Philip Dormer Stanhope, fourth earl of Chesterfield. The arbiter of taste and manners in 18th-century England was best known for publishing guides on how to behave in society to attain success. The story goes that he commissioned a sofa in the mid-1700s designed so he could sit on it while not wrinkling his clothes. He later bequeathed it to his godson, and the seating style spread in popularity, eventually becoming an icon of British interior design.

Although this origin is not recorded, it resonates with the iconic sofa’s urbane sophistication. Traditionally made with tall rolled arms the same height as the back, deep buttoning on dark brown leather upholstery, tacked trim and an imposing yet elegant profile, it evokes English estates and the gentlemen’s clubs of London. It became a staple amid the Victorian era’s embrace of comfort. Tartan versions were in Queen Victoria’s drawing room at Balmoral Castle, giving the space a Scottish flair.

Some Chesterfield sofas are slimmed down in shape, others have taller legs for a lighter appearance. And while leather Chesterfield sofas are a more common variant — and can easily elevate a workspace as luxury office furniture — a velvet Chesterfield sofa possesses a singular chameleonic property, softening and emboldening the spaces it inhabits. Whether it’s the focal point of a living room, hotel lobby or trendy restaurant, the Chesterfield remains a status symbol, channeling the sophisticated tastes of its namesake.

Find a collection of antique Chesterfield seating, including sofas, settees, armchairs and lounge chairs, on 1stDibs.

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Style: Chesterfield
Pair of Gentleman’s Wing Back Leather Chesterfield Library Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A pair of gentleman’s wing back leather chesterfield library chairs. These are very roomy chairs, the ultimate in Vintage Country House C...
Category

Early 20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Our Signature Howard Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Elephant Grey Leather
Located in London, GB
Our Howard Chesterfield sofa is a key piece from our Signature Collection and they can be finished in any hand dyed leathers or fabrics. All craft...
Category

2010s British Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Red Leather Barrel Back Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich, top-grain red leather, its elegantly curved barrel back is adorned with deep button tufting, exuding timeless sophistication. Set on turned, tapered, and fluted...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Custom-Made Gorgeous Tufted Caramel Chesterfield Club Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant pair of 37-inch English Chesterfield club chairs is upholstered in rich caramel-colored leather, offering both timeless sophistication and modern versatility. Each chair...
Category

2010s English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Our Signature Milena Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Whiskey Tan Leather
Located in London, GB
Our Milena Chesterfield sofa is a very classic style of generous proportions that is certain to bring gravitas and elegance to your space. The very generously rolled arm is very str...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

PAIR OF HARRIS TWEED BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOLS OR SiDE TABLES PART OF LARGE SUITE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this pair of super comfortable and very stylish Harris Tweed brown leather footstools that can be used as si...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Antique 19th Century Library Captains Chair in Hand Dyed Aqua Marine Leather
Located in London, GB
As a furniture maker and Lapada dealer we always have an extensive stock of pieces - approximately 250 piece stock level. This is a beautiful piece. Fully restored by ourselves an...
Category

Late 19th Century Antique Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

English Chesterfield Style Brown Leather Tufted Reclining Club Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
This exquisite reclining club chair embodies the enduring elegance of English traditional design, seamlessly blended with mid-century functionality. Upholstered in a rich, full-grain brown leather, the chair showcases a beautifully patinated surface that speaks to both age and quality. The high, gently curved backrest is adorned with deep diamond tufting, offering a stately nod to the classic Chesterfield aesthetic while enhancing the plush, inviting silhouette. Rolled arms with hand-finished piping echo the refined detailing of early 20th-century club chairs, exuding quiet sophistication and comfort. The seat cushion is generously padded, designed for lasting support without sacrificing softness. Anchored by a discreet reclining mechanism, the chair transitions smoothly from an upright lounge position to a fully reclined repose, marrying traditional form with modern ease. The leather Chesterfield reclining...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Pair of Antique Swedish Leather Club Armchairs by Broderna Andersson
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of antique Swedish leather club armchairs by Broderna Andersson. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1950’s. The quality is outstandi...
Category

1950s Swedish Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Birch

Pair of Custom-Made Crackled Distressed Cinnamon Brown Chesterfield Club Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exceptional pair of English-made leather club chairs showcases traditional craftsmanship with a bold, masculine presence. Upholstered in heavily distressed natural leather in a ...
Category

2010s English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Our Signature Carver Tufted Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Elephant Grey Leather
Located in London, GB
Our Carver Chesterfield sofa is a very classic style of generous proportions that is certain to bring gravitas and elegance to your space. The very generously rolled arm is very str...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

One Pair English Style Leather Chesterfield, Great Color with a Hand Applied Pat
Located in Buchanan, MI
One pair English style leather Chesterfield, great color with a hand applied patina. Old world look with new construction From the Thomas Jolly Antiques collection. Priced per sofa. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Old Chesterfield Armchair Brown Leather Wingchair
Located in Poperinge, BE
A beautiful old Chesterfield-style armchair, better known as a wing chair, made from an oak base and upholstered in brown leather. The backrest is tufted, dating from the first half ...
Category

1930s European Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of English Style Leather Chesterfields, Great Color with a Hand Applied Pat
Located in Buchanan, MI
One pair English style leather chesterfield, great color with a hand applied patina. Old world look with contemporary construction. We also have a pair in a lighter tobacco patina. P...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Our Signature Bank of England Sofa in Hand Dyed BOE GreenLeather
Located in London, GB
We are very privileged to have been selected to craft asset grade pieces for the Bank of England. Our Bank of England sofa is a very elegant piece that is certain to bring gravitas ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Fully Restored Pair of Huge 4-5 Seat Each Chesterfield Brown Leather Bench Sofas
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of huge 4-5 seat each, fully restored rich brown leather Chesterfield bench sofas These are a very solid and well made pair o...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

FULLY COIL SPRUNG VINTAGE 1920's HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CLUB SOFA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning original circa 1920's, super comfortable, fully coil sprung, hand dyed saddle brown...
Category

1920s English Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Vintage Harrods Chesterfield Hand Dyed Cigar Brown Leather Corner Sofa Walnut
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning custom made to order vintage fully restored hand dyed cigar brown leather Chesterfield corner sofa with solid hand turned walnut bun feet A very rare sofa, this is a vintage piece bought from Harrods London in the late 60's to early 70's, the leather upholstery is all original, the cushions are full leather on both sides so should the worst happen and you damage or stain one side you can simply flip it over The sofa has been fully restored to include a light strip back, its then been hand dyed six times and antiqued this one of a kind deep cigar brown colour. The feet are all new hand turned solid walnut which have been professionally stained and French polished, they have been specially fitted with 8mm metal axles so they can be unscrewed for ease of transport, the base cover is hessian throughout Complete sofa dimensions: Height 88cm Width 304.5cm Depth 266cm Right sofa dimensions Height 88cm Width 185cm Depth 85cm Left sofa...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Flying Wing Aviator Chair, Hand Dyed Deep Ocean Leather, Solid Brass & Humidor
Located in London, GB
This is a fine exceptional example of our Flying Wing humidor chair. Finished in our hand dyed Deep Ocean leathers and wrapped in solid brass. All complimented by one of our Span...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Brass

1950s, Chesterfield rocking chair, original green furniture leather, teak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Chesterfield rocking chair. Original green furniture leather, teak wood. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable con...
Category

1950s Danish Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Teak

Our Signature Newcastle Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Umber Brown Leather
Located in London, GB
Our Newcastle Chesterfield sofa is a very elegant 19thC style of generous proportions that is certain to bring gravitas and elegance to your space. The beautifully splayed arm gives...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Original Vintage Chesterfield Sofa Faded Brown from around 1978 High Quality
Located in Berlin, DE
Original old chesterfield sofa, quilted seat and back strong leather. This unique sofa was bought in an antique shop around 1978, real leather with ori...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Classic Cowhide Leather English Chesterfield Club Chair in a Light Red Tone
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Are you a fan of the English Chesterfield style but prefer a smooth leather finish over deep button tufting? Then this smooth full-grain leather club chair is a fantastic addition to...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

GEORGE SMiTH SOMERVILLE CHESTERFIELD MOHAIR VELVET ARMCHAIR FOOTSTOOL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning George Smith Somerville Mohair Velvet Chesterfield tufted occasional Library armchair with mat...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Red cow leather square chesterfield ottoman/storage pouf
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A cow leather footstool, also known as an ottoman, transforms your already comfortable armchair into a true relaxation paradise. With your feet resting on this ottoman, you can enjoy...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide

Leather and Wood Chesterfield Office Chair in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this classic leather and wood Chesterfield office chair in English style, finished with decorative studs. This charming leather and wooden English-style office chair is a t...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Tetrad Made in England Brown Leather Chesterfield Armchair Part of Full Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice Chesterfield brown leather armchair made by Tetrad England which is part of a large suite The armchair has been deep cleaned hand...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

PAIR OF CUSTOM MULBERRY LONDON BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAiRS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this one of a kind pair of brand new, super luxurious Mulberry Chesterfield tufted armchairs in hand dyed br...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

FULLY RESTORED ViNTAGE CIGAR BROWN LEATHER PORTERS WINGBACK CHESTERFIELD SOFA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable circa 1940's fully restored Chesterfield Porters Wingback sofa Please n...
Category

1940s English Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Green Cowhide Leather English Chesterfield Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this elegant green cowhide leather English Chesterfield armchair with graceful wooden detailing. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your interior with this stunning Che...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Antique 19th Century Library Captains Chair Restored in Hand Dyed Leathers
Located in London, GB
As a furniture maker and LAPADA dealer we always have an extensive stock of pieces - approximately 250 piece stock level. This is a beautiful piece. Fully restored by ourselves an...
Category

Mid-19th Century British Antique Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Beautifully Restored MidC Chesterfield Club Chairs in Hand Dyed Leather
Located in London, GB
This really is a very special and most beautiful pair of midC club chairs. We have fully restored the pieces and finished them in our hand dyed leathers using walnut husk as the dye...
Category

1960s British Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Very Comfortable Brown Leather Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this pretty much new brown leather Chesterfield office I had two of these, one has now sold and its just the one left It is massively height adj...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Chesterfield Tufted Dutch Brown Leather Library Club Armchair with Ottoman
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Chesterfield Dutch hand dyed Cigar Brown leather library reading armchair with ottoman....
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Fully Restored Hand Dyed Bordeaux Leather Chesterfield Suite Armchair & Sofa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, hand made in England, fully restored Bordeaux leather Gentleman's club suite with to include a very comfortable armchair and footsto...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Early 20th Century Brown Leather Chesterfield Armchair
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Stunning Quality Early 20th Century Brown Leather Chesterfield Armchair A stunning quality early 20th-century one-seater brown leather Chesterfield with loose feathered cushion. It ...
Category

Early 20th Century British Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Very Large Plush Beige Tufted Leather Square Ottoman with Chrome Base
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sumptuous large square tufted leather beige ottoman on chrome base. Could be used as a coffee table and extra seating.
Category

1980s American Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Chesterfield Style "Carrosse" Armchair
Located in Paris, FR
Rare Chesterfield style "en carrosse" armchair, in padded leather. The lower part opens with two doors. England around 1950.
Category

1950s British Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Lovely Vintage Chesterfield Brown Leather Look Chaise Lounge Daybed Sofa
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely brown leather Chesterfield chaise lounge daybed. A very good looking well made and excepti...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Nice, elegant green cowhide leather chesterfield armchair combined with wood
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This amazing armchair in a beautiful and luxurious green color is a true find for lovers of chesterfield furniture. It is combined with wood and features an elegant design, giving it...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Wood

Chesterfield Brown Leather Tufted Square Footstool Vintage Biker Tan Leather
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely Tan brown leather chesterfield tufted footstool A good looking and comfortable stool, it has a nice heritage patina to it We have cleaned ...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Green chesterfield office chair made of cowhide leather on casters
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this green classic and timeless Chesterfield office chair made of cowhide leather on casters. This elegant green leather and wooden office chair is a classic and ti...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Unique set of 2 fabric patchwork Chesterfield club chairs in good condition
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fantastic set of 2 patchwork club chairs in chesterfield style would look amazing in a large space—an unique opportunity for enthusiasts or professional stylists! The design, ma...
Category

1990s Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Harrods London Restored Bordeaux Brown Leather Chesterfield Tufted Sofas
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning pair of Vintage Harrods London Pegasus Bordeaux brown leather Chesterfield tufted sofas A very good looking well made ...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Late Victorian Two-Seat Chesterfield Sofa 'to Be Colored on Request', circa 1890
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Victorian two-seat mahogany Chesterfield sofa, of typical form with rolled arms and two-seat cushions, on the original castors, reupholstered in natural leather (to be colored...
Category

1890s English Antique Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

GEORGE SMITH BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED CAPTAiNS CHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning brown leather George Smith RRP £7,034 Chesterfield tufted captains office chair P...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Set of 2 black Chesterfield armchairs in grained cowhide leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this timeless and classic set of spacious black Chesterfield armchairs in characterful grained cowhide leather. These beautiful and timeless black leather Chesterfiel...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

Chesterfield Armchair Leather Brown
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Chesterfield leather armchair in brown. Good condition, normal signs of wear due to age. The frame is made of mahogany wood.
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

One Pair of Two-Seat Chesterfield Sofa's, Great Scale for Comfort, Great Patina
Located in Buchanan, MI
One pair of two-seat Chesterfield sofa's, great scale for comfort, great patina. Great condition and ready for installation. Priced per sofa. We also have two three seat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

GEORGE SMITH CHELSEA BUTTERFLY GREY OATMEAL CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAiR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning George Smith Chelsea greyish purple, oatmeal linen fabric upholstered Butterfly model armchair...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Red Faux Leather Chesterfield Style Wingchair & Ottoman
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Eye catching red faux leather wingchair & matching ottoman set in classic tufted Chesterfield style. Arm height 25.5 Ottoman 18 x 25.25 x 16h
Category

Early 2000s American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Faux Leather

English Regency Desk with Foldable Desk / Writing Table 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Extraordinary English regency desk with hinged sides and red leather top. 5 drawers in the front and 5 panels on the back. The leather top is provided with very thick embossing. The ...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Wood

English Tea Caddy
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/7590 - A beautiful English caddy for Your tea time: in the best tradictions. Find a moment to enjoy it!  
Category

Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Chesterfield Carved Hardwood & Oxblood Leather Armchairs 2
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer you this stunning pair of Chesterfield carver armchairs in oxblood leather with hand carved frames. The chairs are a lovely find and in original condition throughout, both are buttoned and look glorious from every angle Ideally suited as occasional or luxury office...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Top Grain Leather Club Chairs Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Category

1990s Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Top Grain Leather Club Chairs Pair
Top Grain Leather Club Chairs Pair
$2,956 Sale Price / set
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Fitz Chesterfield Sofa by Madheke
Located in Gurugram, IN
Timeless heritage, reimagined.⁠ Madheke’s chesterfield silhouette evokes a quiet grandeur—with a deep tufted back, fan trapunto detailing on scroll arms, and brass-finished feet rest...
Category

2010s Indian Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Brass

Gilded Mirage: Contemporary Abstract Wool & Silk Masterpiece of Rare Refinement
Located in Dallas, TX
31047 One-of-A-Kind Artisan High-Low Contemporary Wool & Silk Rug, 09'02 x 11'11. Evoking the quiet grandeur of timeworn frescoes and eroded patinas, this hand knotted wool and silk ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Wool, Silk

Chesterfield leather swivel armchair italy 1980s
Located in Cantù, IT
Chesterfield leather swivel armchair italy 1980s
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20th Century Italian Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

FINE FULLY RESTORED VINTAGE GEORGE II STYLE CHESTERFIELD TUFTED LEATHER ARMCHAiR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, fully restored George II style Gainsborough armchair with beech wood frame and hand dyed redd...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

2 Beautiful Chesterfield Stools in Beige Leather Oval Shape
Located in Berlin, DE
2 beautiful Chesterfield stools in beige leather oval shape. Made in Italy.
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20th Century Italian Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Chesterfield furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chesterfield furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with animal skin, leather and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chesterfield furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Chesterfield, George Smith, David Robinson, and Harrods. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $390 and tops out at $76,237 while the average work can sell for $4,430.

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