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Why is it called a Chesterfield sofa?
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Why it is called a Chesterfield sofa is because of the person who is believed to have first commissioned it. 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. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Chesterfield sofas.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Shop for Chesterfield Sofas on 1stDibs
1960s Three Seater Chesterfield In Sturdy Leather By Norell AB Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A beautiful and highly collectible 1960s Chesterfield three-seater sofa, designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Norell AB, Sweden.
This piece is a refined Scandinavian interpre...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Smith Brothers Traditional Roll Arm Tufted Sofa
Located in South Bend, IN
An elegant and exceptionally comfortable traditional Chesterfield style sofa
In the manner of Baker Furniture
By Smith Brothers of Berne
USA, Circa Early 21st Century
Gorgeous li...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Leathercraft Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Oakwood, GA
Leathercraft Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Sofa, 89"W
Leathercraft, Inc., Conover, North Carolina manufacture
Genuine burgundy leather upholstery
Classic Chesterfield design
Deep dia...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Chesterfield Leather Sofa, Vintage Upholstery, Patina Finish, 1985
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chesterfield leather sofa with tons of patina and expected wear. Sofa is on 4 small wheels which allows for easy turning and angling! I sold this sofa to a customer about 10 years ...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
Custom Made English Emerald Green Tufted Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: 30.5 inches High x 72.5 inches wide x 37 inches deep. Seat height 19
An exceptional custom-made English Chesterfield sofa, handcrafted in England between 2010 and 2015 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Antique Deep Buttoned Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made antique deep buttoned leather Chesterfield sofa. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s.
The quality is superb, this is a great size, i...
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Vintage 1950s British Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
