Victorian Chesterfield Sofa
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Hemp
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 1880s English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique 1880s Belgian High Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sofas
Leather
Antique 1870s English Sofas
Leather
Antique 1890s English High Victorian Settees
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 1840s English High Victorian Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Beech
20th Century English Late Victorian Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Sofas
Walnut
Antique 1890s English Chesterfield Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Sofas
Leather, Wood
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Sofas
Hardwood
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1920s British Victorian Sofas
Leather, Wood
Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Sofas
Mohair
Antique 1860s Swedish Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Sofas
Leather
2010s North American Victorian Sofas
Velvet
Mid-20th Century Swedish Victorian Sofas
Leather
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique 1860s Scottish High Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Sofas
Leather
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
20th Century British Victorian Sofas
Leather, Beech
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique 1830s English William IV Sofas
Leather, Elm
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique 1860s English Victorian Chaise Longues
Leather
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Living Room Sets
Leather
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Living Room Sets
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Leather
20th Century English Chesterfield Chaise Longues
Leather
Antique 1880s English Victorian Armchairs
Walnut, Leather
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique 1880s English Victorian Armchairs
Leather
Antique 1850s English Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Sofas
Leather
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Victorian Chesterfield Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Victorian Chesterfield Sofa?
Finding the Right sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Chesterfield sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Chesterfield sofa is a couch with rolled arms that are as tall as the back of the sofa. They always feature deep button tufting everywhere, including the cushion.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can indeed reupholster a Chesterfield sofa. Reupholstering your sofa is a great way to make the piece unique and in line with your personal taste. You can also shop a collection of Chesterfield sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A genuine Chesterfield sofa has layers of padding, which is wrapped in horsehair. Also, look for imperfections in the leather. Chesterfields are made with leather, as opposed to synthetic material. Shop a selection of Chesterfield sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Victorian sofa called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A settee is the name given to long couches from the 17th century that were similar to the modern sofa but often much more elaborate than functional. Victorian furniture featured ornate carvings, heavy and luxurious fabrics and dark hardwoods. Shop a range of antique and vintage sofas and settees on 1stDibs.
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