Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the chester couch you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
animal skin,
leather and
fabric, every chester couch was constructed with great care. Find 4 options for an antique or vintage chester couch now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a chester couch — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each chester couch bearing
Modern,
Mid-Century Modern or
Louis XV hallmarks is very popular.
Paola Navone,
Poltrona Frau and
Renzo Frau each produced at least one beautiful chester couch that is worth considering.
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.