Vintage Victorian Style Cherry Wood Floral Tapestry High Cameo Back Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Victorian Style Cherry Wood Floral Tapestry High Cameo Back Sofa.
Fabric, Cherry
Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Sofa in Burgundy
Located in Dekalb, IL
Classic Chesterfield sofa upholstered in deep red leather, featuring a fully tufted back and seat, rolled arms with nailhead trim, and a low, grounded profile.
Leather
MASSIVE HOWARD & SON's WIMBOURNE THREE SEAT CUSHION ARM SOFA 257X122CM
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Stunning, super comfortable Howard & Son's Wimbourne three seat large sofa with duvet padded arms and feather and fibre filled cushions Please note the delivery fee listed is just ...
Upholstery
$15,313Sale Price|20% Off
COMFORTABLE 1950's HOWARD & SON'S LENYGON & MORANT CURVED TICKING FABRIC SOFA
By Lenygon & Morant, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this collectable Howard & Son’s Lenygon & Morant 1950's curved sofa in the original period ticking f...
Upholstery, Hardwood
$1,795Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Sofa by Carol Hicks Bolton & Ej Victor with Pillows
By E. J. Victor
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Wonderful Victorian-style sofa by Carol Hicks Bolton for EJ Victor Furniture Company.
Gold Leaf
SURE RARE ViNTAGE HAND DYED CIGAR BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD PORTERS SOFA SETTEE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally rare Mid Century Hand Dyed Cigar Brown Leather fully restored Chesterfield tufted Porters...
Leather
Vintage Meadowcraft Dogwood Wrought Iron Garden Patio Set Sofa Chairs - 3 Pc Set
By Meadowcraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Meadowcraft Dogwood Wrought Iron Garden Patio Set Sofa Chairs - 3 Pc Set. Lis...
Wrought Iron
Pair Victorian Arm Chairs Mahogany Seats Chair Sofa
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stunning pair of Victorian style mahogany arm chairs Hand crafted from mahogany these are very comfortable to sit in Cushioned arms, sides, seat and back Love the red material with c...
Mahogany
Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cream Painted Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cream Painted Settee Loveseat Sofa.
Cane, Wood
Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cream Painted Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cream Painted Settee Loveseat Sofa.
Cane, Wood
Vintage High Back Sofa In House Of Hackney Chintz
By House of Hackney
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage high-back sofa upholstered in iconic floral chintz by House of Hackney is a striking fusion of traditional form and bold decorative expression. The exuberant botanical p...
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Floral Print 60" Fully Upholstered Channel Back Loveseat Sofa by Harden
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. High Quality Floral Print 60" Fully Upholstered Channel Back Loveseat Sofa by Harden....
Fabric
Miniature Victorian Revival Red Velvet & Carved Mahogany Chaise Lounge Dog Bed
Located in Dayton, OH
Miniature Victorian-style fainting couch (also referred to as a chaise lounge or méridienne), cira 1970s.
Velvet, Mahogany
Vintage Giltwood Love Seat Conversation Settee Mid 20th Century
Located in London, GB
The settee has buttoned red velvet upholstery and stands on turned legs. In Victorian times conversation sofas were usually placed in the middle of the room for ladies who could f...
Velvet, Giltwood
Multi-Pattern Comfy Down Sofa
Located in Livingston, NJ
From the Victoria collection of Domain, this couch is super comfy with lots of down-pillows and deep seats. This piece features a multitude of coordinating fabrics for a rich, design...
Cotton
Mahogany Narrow Tall Sofa Console Table with Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
While this mahogany sofa table is simple, it does not lack character and charm. This piece is a very versatile size that can be used in many different rooms of the house. The origina...
Mahogany
Reupholstered Velvet Victorian Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measures: 82"L x 35"D x 33"H.
Velvet, Wood
Antique Victorian Style Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique Victorian style Chesterfield sofa in ivory coloured leather.
Leather, Wood
Antique Victorian Style Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A wonderful deep buttoned leather Chesterfield sofa, in the antique Victorian style & dating from around the 1960’s period.
Leather
Antique Victorian Style Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made antique leather Chesterfield sofa. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s. It is of very good quality and is a great size, with gener...
Leather
Victorian Style Carved Sofa with Canary Yellow Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
Victorian style carved frame sofa with exquisite canary yellow upholstery.
Victorian Deep Buttoned Chesterfeld/Sofa
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian deep buttoned sofa, upholstered in a red fabric , dating from the late 19th century.
Velvet
Antique Victorian Style Leather 2-Seat Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian style 2-seat leather Chesterfield sofa in good original condition and dating to circa 1960s period.
Leather
Antique Victorian Style Deep Buttoned Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A smart and stylish vintage Chesterfield three-seat sofa, upholstered in gorgeous original deep buttoned leather.
Leather
Antique Victorian Style Deep Buttoned Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A smart and stylish vintage Chesterfield three-seat sofa, upholstered in gorgeous original deep buttoned leather.
Leather
Antique Victorian Style Vintage Leather Sofa
By Ferguson Copeland
Located in London, GB
A fantastic vintage leather sofa, by high end American manufacturer Ferguson Copeland. This was made in the USA, it dates from around the late 20th century. It is of magnificent qua...
Leather, Wood
Antique Swedish Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
Very stylish looking antique Swedish three-seat leather Chesterfield in good original condition and with a wonderful color, plus loads of character. This Chesterfield is basically a ...
Leather
Antique Leather Deep Buttoned Conversation Sofa
Located in London, GB
A very large and extremely impressive antique leather four seater conversation sofa in the Victorian style. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1960s.
Leather
Antique Deep Buttoned Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A superb vintage leather Chesterfield sofa, in the antique Victorian style. This is of excellent quality, very comfortable & I would date it to circa 1950s.
Leather
Antique Deep Buttoned Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
This antique leather three-seat Chesterfield sofa has aged beautifully and consequently has a wonderful color which in turn gives it loads of character. Normally, we have these Chest...
Leather
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...
Leather
English Button Tufted Black Leather Sofa
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An English button-tufted black leather rolled arm sofa with brass stud details and simple turned bun feet. A handsome and comfortable example of this classic design and suitable for ...
Leather
Antique Deep Buttoned Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A fantastic vintage deep buttoned leather Chesterfield sofa. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950-60’s. It is of amazing quality, it’s extremely well built and ...
Leather
Pair of Antique Leather Chesterfield Sofas
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of antique deep buttoned leather Chesterfield sofas. They were made in England, and date from around the 1950’s. It is very rare to find a matching pair, they wer...
Leather
Pair of 20th Century Leather Chesterfield Sofas
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large pair of chesterfield sofas. Beautiful quality brown leather with excellent patina. Two buttons missing, some expected wear. Over stuffed roll top arms and back. Each standin...
Leather
Antique Leather Deep Buttoned Two Seat Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A smart and very comfortable antique Victorian style leather Chesterfield sofa. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1960’s.
Leather
Pair of Mid-20th Century Leather Chesterfield Sofas
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of mid-20th century leather chesterfield sofas, circa 1980. Large pair of chesterfield sofas. Beautiful quality brown leather with excellent patina. Over stuffed roll top arm...
Leather
Pair of 20th Century Swedish Sofas by Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine pair of Swedish sofas by Norell Mobel, circa 1980. Norell furniture is a well re-knowned Swedish company who make high end bespoke furniture. Here we offer two sofas cover...
Beech
Pair of mid 20th century leather Chesterfield sofas
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of mid 20th century leather chesterfield sofas circa 1960. Good quality pair of very comfortable sofas from Sweden. Button back detailing to the back rest with over stuffed ar...
Leather
Pair of Mid-20th Century Red Leather Chesterfield Sofas
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine pair of midcentury leather chesterfield sofas, circa 1950. Fine quality pair of button back deep red sofas. Designed for comfort, lounging and relaxing. Russet red color w...
Leather
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H 27.17 in W 83.86 in D 34.65 in
Rare Vintage Hand Dyed Whiskey Heritage Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Sofa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original vintage hand dyed cigar brown leather gentleman’s Chesterfield club sofa Please note the delivery fee listed is just a gui...
Leather
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H 29.34 in W 52.17 in D 32.68 in
Restored Lutyen's Viceroy Style Chesterfield Brown Leather Hand Dyed 2-Seat Sofa
By Lutyen’s Viceroy
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this stunning very rare midcentury Lutyen’s Viceroy style chesterfield hand dyed whiskey brown leather sofa A very rare model sofa, originally made by Lutyen’s...
Leather
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
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Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
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