Close-up of small leopard spots in warm chocolate and tan on woven fabric

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Colefax and Fowler

Panthera Chocolate

Oaken FabricF4351-04

Panthera Chocolate is a densely patterned leopard print in warm chocolate and tan tones, with a softly textured, matte look. The small-scale motif gives the design plenty of movement without overwhelming the eye.

warm chocolate brown animal small luxe upholstery

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About this fabric

Woven in 51% cotton and 49% linen, Panthera Chocolate has the grounded handle and natural texture you would expect from a robust decorative fabric. The repeat is approximately V 17cm / H 35cm, giving the leopard motif a lively, regular rhythm across the cloth. Its colourway reads as deep chocolate brown on a muted camel ground, so the spots feel crisp and defined rather than glossy or theatrical. At approximately 140cm wide, it is a practical fabric for statement upholstery, cushions, or feature drapery where a rich animal pattern is wanted. Care code Q 8 + T 3 and fire code √BM are supplied for the specification.

How to use it

Use Panthera Chocolate on a compact armchair, ottoman, or occasional cushion to bring warmth and pattern to a scheme. It sits especially well with dark timber, tobacco leather, and softened neutrals that let the chocolate tone feel luxurious rather than busy.

Pair with walnut woods and plain linens for a rich, tailored look.

Colefax and Fowler Oaken Fabric

Specification

Composition: 51% Cotton, 49% Linen
Width: 140cm approx
Pattern repeat: V 17cm / H 35cm approx
Fire code: √BM
Care code: Q 8 + T 3

Specification as published by Colefax and Fowler. We will confirm the current details with them before you order.

Made up by us

Every metre we order is cut, sewn and fitted in our own Heybridge workshop, with Simon over every stage. Reupholstery, bespoke pieces, curtains, blinds and headboards.

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Paint that goes with it

Two ways to take the room. Both colours are from houses we hold, so a pot can come off the same order as the cloth. Screens shift colour, so treat these as a direction and bring the cloth to the shelf before you buy the paint.

To sit quietly behind it

Sheldon

Coat Paints · #6b5545

To stand against it

Mudstone

Sanderson · #cec09d