The Bloomsbury Mid Century Modern Diplomat Sofa

Period Inspiration:

In the salons of Bloomsbury, where Virginia Woolf entertained and Roger Fry debated the nature of beauty, furniture was never merely functional - it was a declaration of sensibility. This sofa is a considered homage to Howard Keith's iconic 'Diplomat,' the defining British mid-century form produced at his Clapham atelier through the late 1950s and into the 1960s, and among the most quietly influential seating designs of the post-war London interior.

The Diplomat-form is immediately recognisable to the trained eye: the generously rounded arms with their soft forward roll, the deep-filled back and seat cushions riding on a low, horizontal frame, and the splayed tapered legs that lend the piece its characteristic floating posture. Where Howard Keith's originals were upholstered in the wools and tweeds of the period, this interpretation is rendered in a richly antiqued moss velvet - its mottled, cloud-like surface evoking the worn grandeur of a Fitzrovia drawing room rather than anything freshly made.

Material – Premium velvet fabric and solid wood frame

Dimensions in Inches:

Three-Seater Sofa
• Width: 90
• Depth: 38
• Height: 25
• Seat Height: 16
• Seat Depth: 26

Delivery Timeline - Every piece from The Collectors is crafted to order. Production and delivery typically require 4–6 weeks, with occasional extensions reflecting the care, materials, and finishing each object demands.

Customisation – Please email us at hi@thecollectors.in or call at 9886331003, before placing the order, in case you want to customise the wood type, dimensions or polish.

The price mentioned includes all taxes and delivery.

Item code – TCS74

Please Note:
Product images are for design reference. Each piece is individually handcrafted, and natural variations in finish, leather tone, wood grain, and dimensions are part of its character, which make each piece unique. Photographs will be shared during production for your review. Materials such as fabric, leather, and hardware are subject to availability; suitable choices will be offered for your selection where required.