Find many varieties of an authentic chester sofa available at 1stDibs. A chester sofa — often made from
animal skin,
leather and
fabric — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a chester sofa, we have 4 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chester sofa, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A chester sofa, designed in the
Modern,
Mid-Century Modern or
Louis XV style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one chester sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Paola Navone,
Poltrona Frau and
Renzo Frau produced versions that are worth a look.
Prices for a chester sofa can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $509 and can go as high as $21,388, while the average can fetch as much as $7,308.
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.