Leather Chesterfield Loveseat
Red Leather Wingback Chesterfield Loveseat Double Chair, England circa 1960
Located in Round Top, TX
wingback Chesterfield loveseat or "double chair."
It has the traditional tufted buttoned back and nail head
Category
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 43 in W 53.5 in D 27.75 in
Lilian August Brown Green Leather Tufted Chesterfield Club Lounge Chair Ottoman
By Lillian August
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lilian August large brown green leather tufted chesterfield club lounge chair and ottoman. Item
Category
Early 2000s Chesterfield Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Cherry
H 50 in W 40 in D 40 in
Tufted Leather Wingback Loveseat in the Style of Chippendale
Located in New York, NY
Tufted, original, leather wingback loveseat in the style of Chippendale. Has a high back, wood legs
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Chippendale Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Wood
Chesterfield Sofa in White Vinyl Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
Chic and stylish tufted white vinyl Chesterfield loveseat sofa on wood bun feet. Overall excellent
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Materials
Faux Leather
Modern Black Leather Channeled Sofa with Pull Out Bed
Located in New York, NY
English style contemporary Chesterfield tufted black leather sofa with pull out folding bed beneath
Category
20th Century French Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Leather
Wittmann Black Leather Sofa Model Edwards Design by Eward B. Tuttle
By Wittmann
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This leather sofa and loveseat was designed by Edward B. Tuttle for Wittmann, 1981.
It´s the early
Category
Vintage 1980s Austrian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Dark Red Leather Sofa with Upholstery Stud Detail
Located in New York, NY
Vintage English Georgian style red leather camelback chesterfield sofa with out-scrolled arms with
Category
20th Century Georgian Loveseats
Chesterfield Style Tufted Vegan Leather Camel Back Loveseat Sofa
By American of High Point
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful teal blue tufted chesterfield style camel back sofa in vegan leather by High Point
Category
Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather, Mahogany
Chesterfield Loveseat in Caramel Tufted Leather
Located in Bridgeport, CT
With high rolled and out curved arms and button tufted back and deep skirt. With two shaped seat cushions. Nail head trim and raised on wooden bun feet. Very well made and quite comf...
Category
20th Century American Classical Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
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Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Club Chairs
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By Howard and Sons, George Smith
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Pair of 1969 Peter Hoyte Whisky Brown Leather Hardwood Armchairs Fully Restored
By Peter Hoyte
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of fully restored 1969, limited edition of 60, hand-dyed whiskey brown leather Peter Hoyte councilors armchairs with Rosewood fram...
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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H 34.26 in W 33.67 in D 30.12 in
Pair Chesterfield Leather Chairs - Wingback Victorian Deep Button
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stunning pair of Victorian style leather wingback chairs
Also referred to as Chesterfields
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Vintage 1980s Victorian Chairs
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Leather
Small Restored Chesterfield Victorian Whisky Brown Leather Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored Victorian circa 1880 hand dyed Chesterfield two-seat sofa with fully buttoned base
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
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Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Louis XVI Style Carved and Laqué Gilded Bergère Settees or Loveseats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of Louis XVI style carved and Laqué gilded bergère settees. The elegant pair of carved loveseats, upholstered in a blue velvet, with padded backs and sides and a cushion seat,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Louis XVI Loveseats
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Wood
Old Chesterfield Club Three Piece Sofa & Pair of Armchairs Suite Brown Leather
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage restored Chesterfield cigar brown leather Library suite
A very rare find, I never come across original sets of three piece...
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Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
H 28.75 in W 85.44 in D 35.44 in
Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Chesterfield Designer Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored whiskey brown leather contemporary designer sofa.
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20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
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Leather
Midcentury Chesterfield Sofa Loveseat White Leather
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Chesterfield sofa loveseat, white leather, 2 seats. Very good vintage condition. White leather nice patinated, gently worn, no marks or scratches. Coming from fashion showroom, non-s...
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Vintage 1970s French Chesterfield Sofas
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Leather
1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa
Located in New York, NY
1960s "Skyscraper" design velvet sectional sofa. There are eight sections to the sofa (including the two ottomans). Original upholstery.
2 Ottomans: 36 squared x 16H
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Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Mid Century Italian Curved Sofa In Style of Federico Munari 1960s
By Federico Munari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mid Century Italian Curved Sofa, reminiscent of Federico Munari's style from the 1960s, features original green suede fabric and six wooden legs. Made in Italy in the 1960s, this...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Custom Made White Linen English Arm Rolled Back Sofa with Casters
Located in Brea, CA
White linen English arm rolled back sofa with casters.
Custom made to order, upholstered in a heavy weight Belgian linen, with down feather seats.
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Sofas
Materials
Linen
Vintage Art Deco Hollywood Regency Sofa Tufted Back and Concave Pillowed Arms
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Art Deco or Hollywood Regency sofa with a tufted back and concave pillowed arms. The sofa is in solid wonderful condition, but its original white damask fabric will ...
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
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Fabric
H 32 in W 89 in D 36 in
Brown Whiskey Set
By Renzo Romagnoli
Located in Milan, IT
This sophisticated case is elegantly handcrafted of brown leather and features two rectangular metal handles on top. It opens in half with a hinged closure to reveal two storage comp...
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2010s Italian Barware
Materials
Metal
Hollywood Regency Split Sofa
Located in Hanover, MA
This custom made upholstered two piece sofa came from an outrageously over-the-top period Hollywood Regency decorated home outside of Boston. Think Zsa Zsa, Eva and Magda on steroids...
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Elegant and Comfortable Sofa yellow fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Hight back and sides sofa. Completely re-upholstered in a soft yellow Thick linen. Interesting and great look from each side (back and sides.) Very comfortable and elegant. Easy to m...
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20th Century French Modern Sofas
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Fabric, Wood
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Charming Two-seat Chesterfield, creamcolor
By Maison Jansen
Located in Brussels, BE
Leatherupholstered chesterfield, kind of tulipform..very well preserved, overall good condition
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Vintage 1960s French Loveseats
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Leather Chesterfield Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Vintage leather chesterfield loveseat with rolled arms.
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Vintage 1940s Loveseats
Beige Leather Chesterfield Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Wonderful tufted classic Chesterfield style in a compact size. Creamy beige leather with nailhead
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Vintage 1970s American Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Dark Brown Leather Chesterfield Loveseat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chesterfield dark brown leather loveseat, dating from the late 1970s or early 1980s. Well worn and
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Vintage 1970s American Chesterfield Loveseats
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Leather
Vintage Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Loveseat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This beautiful burgundy Chesterfield loveseat makes perfect seating for any interior.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
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Brass
Authentic Vintage Leather Chesterfield Loveseat from England
Located in Round Top, TX
The dark brown vintage leather captures your attention in this striking Chesterfield loveseat. This
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Loveseats
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Leather
Thayer Coggin Loveseat
Located in North Miami, FL
A most unusual red patent leather chesterfield loveseat by Thayer Coggin. Beautifully floats and a
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Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Materials
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Chesterfield Leather Upholstered Loveseat Sofa
Located in Stamford, CT
Chesterfield leather upholstered loveseat Sofa. This more than likely English Chesterfield has bun
Category
Late 20th Century Chesterfield Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Chesterfield Style Leather Loveseat by Hickory
Located in Pomona, CA
Chesterfield style burgundy color tufted leather loveseat.
Category
Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Tufted Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa or Loveseat
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous tufted brown leather Chesterfield sofa or loveseat,
late 20th century
Leather
Category
Late 20th Century Chesterfield Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chesterfield Leather Sofas Loveseats
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of English Georgian style black chesterfeld sofas or loveseats, possibly 3rd quarter of 20th
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Vintage 1960s English Loveseats
Materials
Wood, Leather
Authentic Vintage Leather Chesterfield Two Seat Sofa or Loveseat, England
Located in Round Top, TX
. This wingback Chesterfield loveseat or two seat chair has the traditional tufted back and nailhead
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Early 20th Century English Loveseats
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Vintage Leather Tufted Chesterfield Lovesesat
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Vintage leather tufted Chesterfield loveseat.
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20th Century Chesterfield Loveseats
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Leather Tufted Chesterfield Style Love Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Leather tufted distressed Chesterfield style love seat.
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Antique Early 1900s English Chesterfield Loveseats
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English Chesterfield Leather Sofa, circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English wonderfully worn leather tufted Chesterfield sofa standing on bun feet with nailhead trim
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Antique Early 1900s English Chesterfield Loveseats
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Wood, Leather
Delicious Supple Tufted Brown Leather Settee Loveseat
By Lillian August
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Delicious traditional supple brown tufted leather loveseat having mahogany turned legs on brass
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Early 2000s American Chesterfield Loveseats
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Leather, Mahogany
Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Sofas, a Pair
Located in Wichita, KS
A pair of fabulous vintage black leather tufted Chesterfield sofas. The leather is in good
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Mid-20th Century American Chesterfield Loveseats
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Classic Dark Navy Tufted Leather Loveseat with Brass Nailheads
By Taylor Chair co.
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic Chesterfield style tufted navy blue leather or leatherette loveseat having scrolled arms
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1990s American Chesterfield Loveseats
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Faux Leather
Vintage Havana Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Austin, TX
Superb Havana colored leather Chesterfield from England. Very comfortable, leather is very strong
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Vintage 1940s English Loveseats
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Leather
Leather Vintage English Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Austin, TX
An authentic, all original vintage English leather Chesterfield sofa in remarkable condition and
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Vintage 1940s English Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Rolled Arm Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully aged brown leather chesterfield sofa with rolled arms finished with nail-heads
Category
Vintage 1940s American Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Oxblood Chesterfield Tufted Leather Love Seat Sofa -Great Britain Circa 1970
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning Chesterfield 2-seater sofa in oxblood leather having turned onyx mahogany cannonball
Category
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Vintage Leather Chesterfield Sofa from Denmark, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage leather Chesterfield sofa from Denmark, Circa 1970. Original black leather upholstery with
Category
Vintage 1970s European Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Vintage Dark Brown Leather Sofa Loveseat from England
Located in Round Top, TX
and tufted back of a small scale Chesterfield sofa. The dark brown original leather shows typical age
Category
Mid-20th Century English Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Vintage Chesterfield Two Seat Brown Leather Sofa from England
Located in Round Top, TX
Vintage leather furniture is highly sought after these days, making this 2-seat sofa or loveseat a
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Mid-20th Century Danish Loveseats
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Leather
English Leather Chesterfield Sofa, Circa 1840
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sofa in leather with tufting and studs throughout the back, outscrolled arms and lower frame
Category
Antique 19th Century English Loveseats
Vintage Brown Leather Chesterfield Love Seat Small Sofa from England
Located in Round Top, TX
This Chesterfield loveseat is a tremendous find due to the richness of the vintage leather. There
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Early 20th Century English Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Handsome Leather Tufted Chesterfield Style Small Sofa C. 1940's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rich colored brown tufted leather chesterfield style sofa with nailhead trim detail along arms and
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Vintage 1940s English Loveseats
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Leather, Wood
Leather Hancock & Moore Burgundy Chesterfield Style Camel back Settee Sofa
By Hancock & Moore
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a stunning burgundy leather Hancock & Moore loveseat or settee. The leather is in beautiful
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1990s American Georgian Loveseats
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Leather Hancock & Moore Burgundy Chesterfield Style Camel Back Settee Sofa
By Hancock & Moore
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a stunning burgundy leather Hancock & Moore loveseat or settee. The leather is in beautiful
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1990s American Georgian Loveseats
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Leather, Mahogany
1960's Chesterfield Love Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful chesterfield loveseat, the leather is in great condition. We have a matching pair of arm
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Vintage 1960s French Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Dark Navy Tufted Leather Chesterfield with Brass Stud Trim
Located in New York, NY
Love seat size leather Chesterfield sofa, in dark navy leather. Wear consistent with age
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Vintage 1970s American Loveseats
Vintage Chesterfield Sofa from France, circa 1960
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Chesterfield sofa from France, circa 1960. Original brown leather with great patina and
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Vintage 1960s European Loveseats
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Leather
Leather Chesterfield Sofa, Loveseat and Pair of Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
makes an excellent choice of vintage furnishing because of its unrivalled comfort! Tufted leather
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Chesterfield Living Room Sets
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Leather
Vintage Brown Leather Chesterfield Two Seat Sofa Loveseat, England circa 1960-80
Located in Round Top, TX
The rich brown vintage leather captures your attention in this wonderful Chesterfield loveseat or
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Late 20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
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Leather, Wood
H 30.75 in W 72.5 in D 38 in
Dark Tobacco Brown Curved Tufted Leather Chesterfield Sofa Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very rare find in rich dark brown leather, this wonderful curved tufted Chesterfield loveseat oozes
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Vintage 1960s American Sofas
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Leather
Burgundy Red Leather English Style Chesterfield Settee Loveseat Leathercraft
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Leather upholstery. Nail head trim. Measures: 32" H x 56" W x 31" D. Seat height 18".Nail heads
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Vintage 1960s American Georgian Settees
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Leather
Mahogany Red Leather Chesterfield Sleeper Sofa and Loveseat
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Only Loveseat with removable 2 down cushions (30 H, 16H x 40D x 66L) available
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Late 20th Century American Living Room Sets
Vintage Chesterfield 2 Seat Sofa Loveseat from England
Located in Round Top, TX
Vintage leather furniture is highly sought after these days, making this loveseat or 2-seat sofa a
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Early 20th Century English Sofas
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Leather
Brown Leather Chesterfield Style Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary vintage mid-century chesterfield sofa is crafted out of wood and leather
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Vintage 1970s European Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
Midcentury English Chesterfield Style Curved Leather Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish Mid-Century Modern English Chesterfield settee or loveseat featuring a curved, round back
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Settees
Materials
Brass
Cordovan Leather Small Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sumptuous loveseat, tufted classic Chesterfield; great size for an office or apartment
Seat is
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Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Materials
Leather
Pair, Brown Leather Chesterfield 2 Seat Sofa & Club Chair, Denmark circa 1960-70
Located in Round Top, TX
lines and tufted back of a classic Chesterfield sofa with self covered buttons and heavy rolled arms
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Chesterfield Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 29.25 in W 68.5 in D 35 in
English Lether Chesterfield Love Seat
Located in Hudson, NY
Vintage English Chesterfield Loveseat in warm brown leather with brass tacks and elongated bun feet.
Category
20th Century Sofas
Materials
Steel
Vintage Distressed Black Leather Sofa with Caramel Seat and Nail Head Trim
Located in Morristown, NJ
Vintage sofa/loveseat in deliberately distressed black leather with a caramel leather seat, piping
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1990s American Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Brass
Pair of De Sede DS-11 Caramel Leather Lounge Chairs
By De Sede
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Italian Modern style soft caramel patchwork Chesterfield leather slipper or occasional
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Leather
Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Cute diminutive tuxedo style button tufted burgundy leather love seat. Extra clean ready to use
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Vintage 1960s American Chesterfield Loveseats
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Leather
Leather Antique Chesterfield Loveseat
Located in Austin, TX
An elegant antique leather Chesterfield loveseat or sofa. In the Chesterfield upholstery tradition
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Vintage 1910s French Chesterfield Loveseats
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Leather
Leather Chesterfield Style Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Leather Chesterfield style loveseat / sofa. The sofa is burgundy with wood bun feet.
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Vintage 1980s Chesterfield Loveseats
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Leather, Wood
Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Sofa Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Nice loveseat size burgundy leather Chesterfield sofa. Very good vintage condition, shows some
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Mid-20th Century American Chesterfield Loveseats
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Leather
Original English Hunter Green Chesterfield Leather Two-Seat Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in East Hampton, NY
cushions - Vintage green leather Chesterfield sofa with original coil sprung front edge and feather filled
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Leather Chesterfield Style Loveseat
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Tufted distressed leather Chesterfield style loveseat.
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20th Century Loveseats
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Leather
Dapper British Leather Chesterfield Sofa Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Excellent condition British burgundy leather Chesterfield sofa loveseat having nailhead details and
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Antique 19th Century English Chesterfield Loveseats
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Leather, Wood
Chesterfield Style Leather Loveseat
Located in Pomona, CA
Tufted leather chesterfield style loveseat.
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Vintage 1980s American Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Leather Chesterfield Sofa Loveseat
By Old Hickory Tannery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish leather Chesterfield features shapely scrolled arms, tufted leather upholstery, and
Category
Late 20th Century American Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Debonair British Chesterfield Burgundy Leather Bench Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Diminutive Classic English burgundy leather Chesterfield bench or loveseat, with slightly arched
Category
Vintage 1970s English Chesterfield Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Leather Chesterfield Tufted Sofa or Loveseat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1970s vintage Chesterfield style love seat is upholstered in dark brown color leather with a
Category
Late 20th Century Chesterfield Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Wood
English Leather Tufted Chesterfield Style Loveseat, circa 1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rich brown leather tufted English Chesterfield style loveseat with nailhead trim detail. The sofa
Category
Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Chesterfield Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Chesterfield loveseat is fully tufted leather with brass nail head trim. Smaller size is great
Category
20th Century Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Original Leather Button Tufted Chesterfields Loveseat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
″H x 50″L x 33″D
Seat Height 19.5″
Materials: Leather, Walnut
Condition: Minor wear consistent
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Walnut
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Leather Chesterfield Loveseat For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the leather chesterfield loveseat you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each leather chesterfield loveseat for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and wood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer leather chesterfield loveseat, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right leather chesterfield loveseat, those designed in Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made leather chesterfield loveseat over the years, but those crafted by Chesterfield, Lillian August and Old Hickory Tannery are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Leather Chesterfield Loveseat?
A leather chesterfield loveseat can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,360, while the lowest priced sells for $1,595 and the highest can go for as much as $12,000.
Finding the Right loveseats for You
Antique and vintage loveseats are functional and totally charming furniture in homes large and small these days. They first appeared in the 17th and 18th centuries, though they were not yet known by this endearing term.
These petite, two-seat sofas were originally intended to comfortably sit a woman clad in what were the era’s large and elaborate dresses — ornate hooped garments with copious folds of fabric, embroidery and lace. However, because the original seats featured just enough space for two, they quickly became popular for couples that were courting. Loveseats meant that the couples could engage in close conversation, but furniture makers ensured that there was enough space between sitters to prioritize modesty.
In the early days of loveseats, the furnishings were minimalist in appearance and could often be found in an s-shape, with the two sides facing each other. The spare seating was initially little more than a wooden bench, as loveseats weren’t yet upholstered or cushioned. Design of the seating evolved over time, and this wide chair was eventually padded and tufted for comfort. During the 1800s, loveseats were a luxurious addition to the homes of the wealthy, and even today, antique 19th-century loveseats are still quite alluring. In any lavishly decorated parlor of the Victorian era, you might find a pair of partygoers tucked into a particularly plush iteration of these cozy perches, one boasting arched crests of carved mahogany over its sculpted seats, with front cabriole legs resolving in paw feet.
In modern homes, loveseats — even antique Victorian loveseats — pair well with oversize sofas or are ideal replacements for sofas, particularly if you’re working on organizing and furnishing a smaller space. A loveseat is a stylish addition to a home library or a reading nook and can easily be situated at the foot of the bed in your bedroom. In the living room, you may wish to position your vintage loveseat and couch around a central focal point, such as a distinguishing architectural feature or a fireplace. But be sure to leave some walking room between your seating and any nearby coffee tables or side tables. Allow for around two feet for guests to pass between a couch and chair or loveseat and at least a foot between a loveseat and coffee table.
Find a wide variety of antique, new and vintage loveseats today on 1stDibs.
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