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Chesterfield Furniture

CHESTERFIELD STYLE

The expansion of the British Empire brought Chesterfield sofas around the world, such as in Canada, where the word “chesterfield” refers to any type of sofa. Antique Chesterfield-style furniture now includes seating in a range of sizes and aesthetics, from velvet love seats and linen-upholstered club chairs to ottomans accompanying classic leather sofas.

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.

Although this origin is not recorded, it resonates with the iconic sofa’s urbane sophistication. Traditionally made with tall rolled arms the same height as the back, deep buttoning on dark brown leather upholstery, tacked trim and an imposing yet elegant profile, it evokes English estates and the gentlemen’s clubs of London. It became a staple amid the Victorian era’s embrace of comfort. Tartan versions were in Queen Victoria’s drawing room at Balmoral Castle, giving the space a Scottish flair.

Some Chesterfield sofas are slimmed down in shape, others have taller legs for a lighter appearance. And while leather Chesterfield sofas are a more common variant — and can easily elevate a workspace as luxury office furniture — a velvet Chesterfield sofa possesses a singular chameleonic property, softening and emboldening the spaces it inhabits. Whether it’s the focal point of a living room, hotel lobby or trendy restaurant, the Chesterfield remains a status symbol, channeling the sophisticated tastes of its namesake.

Find a collection of antique Chesterfield seating, including sofas, settees, armchairs and lounge chairs, on 1stDibs.

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Style: Chesterfield
Ralph Lauren Leather Cocktail Ottoman on Brass Casters
Located in Southampton, NJ
1990's Ralph Lauren leather cocktail ottoman with channeled tufting and tapered wood legs on solid brass casters. Elegant simplicity with classic saddle stitch detailing & generous d...
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1990s American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Leather Chesterfield Loveseat Sofa
Located in Southampton, NJ
Chestnut brown vintage leather Chesterfield loveseat with traditional tufted back and nailhead accents. The leather is perfectly patinated in classic, slightly worn vintage conditio...
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1940s European Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage English Chesterfield Leather Tufted Sofa Oxblood Red Mid Century
Located in Tyler, TX
TIMELESS Vintage Mid-Century English Leather Tufted Seat CHESTERFIELD 3-Seat Sofa Oxblood Red PERFECT ICONIC look for a gentleman's office, study, library, or cigar lounge~~upholste...
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Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Vintage English Tufted Brown Leather Chesterfield Style Sofa
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 30 1/4 in W: 73 1/4 in D: 37 1/2 in SH: 18 in Seat Depth: 21 1/4 in This exceptional vintage English Chesterfield-style sofa C. 2000's showcases the timeless eleg...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Vintage Burgundy Leather Tufted Chesterfield Style Club Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 30 1/2 in W: 43 1/4 in D: 37 3/4 in SH: 18 in Seat Depth: 21 1/4 in Elevate your interior with this sophisticated pair of vintage Chesterfield style club chairs, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Large English Chesterfield Sofa of Tufted Leather from the Edwardian Era
Located in Austin, TX
A fine, large Chesterfield sofa upholstered in original patinated chestnut leather from the Edwardian era - featuring a deep button-tufted back, scroll arms, and comfortable seat, wi...
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Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Metal

20th Century Brown Leather Chesterfield 2-Seat Sofa
Located in Round Top, TX
The rich brown vintage leather captures your attention in this wonderful Chesterfield 7' long two-seat sofa. It has the traditional tufted buttoned back, rolled arms and nailhead acc...
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Patinated Tufted Leather Club Chair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
When the patina makes the piece. This incredible patinated leather club chair is comfortably worn, broken in and ready for its next life. Large on size and style, I envision it as a ...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Sofa in Olive Green Leather
Located in Birmingham, AL
A striking vintage English Chesterfield sofa in rich olive green leather, crafted in the Victorian style during the mid-20th century, circa 1960s. This iconic three-seat sofa capture...
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Mid-20th Century French Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Fantastic Bright Kelly Green 7ft long Tufted English Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
One of two available. Two are shown but this is offered as a single. Ask if you'd like the pair. We have matching club chairs as well. Elevate your interior with this stunning 7ft ...
Category

2010s English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Red Cowhide Leather English Chesterfield Wingback Chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this classic red cowhide leather English Chesterfield wingback armchair with an exceptionally wide seat. This leather wingback chair is the perfect addition for lover...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

Ralph Lauren Style Cigar Leather Wingback Writers Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Perfectly aged and weathered cigar leather wing back reclining writers chair made in the manner, style, and size of Ralph Lauren by Restoration Hardware. The iconic chair features a ...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair, Vintage Brown Leather Wingback Club Chairs with Cabriole Legs
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, brown leather wingback club chairs in vintage brown leather. Decorative carved arms, skirt and cabriole legs. Tufted back, cabriolet feet, buttons in place, at least one nail h...
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Late 20th Century Danish Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

English Style Chesterfield Off-White Tufted Leather Sofa
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite Chesterfield sofa upholstered in a luxurious off-white leather that exudes sophistication. The hallmark deep button-tufting, meticulously handcrafted, graces both the ba...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Early 20th Century Authentic Swedish Chesterfield Patinated Tan Brown Leather
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Absolutely fantastic and beautiful authentic club chair early 20th century made in Sweden. True the years this Chesterfield has become a great patina what makes this chair an absolut...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Grasscloth, Beech

Vintage Swedish Green Leather Chesterfield Sofa, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Swedish Green Leather Chesterfield Sofa, 1970s. Gorgeous two and half seater buttoned Chesterfield style sofa in beautiful pat...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Fantastic Pair of Olive Green Leather Library Chairs
Located in London, GB
A Lovely Olive Green Buttoned Back Library Chair Standing on a Ebonized Hardwood Base Made by Wade of Long Eaton C1960s
Category

Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Vintage Leather Chesterfield Sofa by Baker Furniture, Circa 1950's
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular chesterfield sofa designed by Baker Furniture, Circa 1950’s. This sofa is made of original leather with a tufted back and seat, ( the bottoms are well attached to the sof...
Category

1950s American Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Plush Hancock & Moore Chesterfield Style Swivel Leather Desk Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Luxurious Chesterfield style tufted leather executive desk chair having swivel base. Seat depth 17.5 arm height 25
Category

Early 2000s American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Green Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Office Chair on Wheels
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this timeless green cowhide leather Chesterfield office chair in classic English style on wheels. This charming green leather and wood office chair...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Owl Sculpture on Stand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage ceramic owl sculpture on stand with glass eyes.
Category

Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Wingback Lounge Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Chesterfield style wingback fireside chair, club chair, or lounge chair USA, Late 20th Century Tufted leather, on rolling castors. Measures: 38"W x 40"D x 40"H. Seat he...
Category

Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

British Green Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
A blend of classic heritage and modern luxury. Crafted from premium top-grain leather, its rich olive green tone infuses warmth and opulence into any space. The iconic rolled arms an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Vintage Tufted Leather Swivel-Tilt Desk Armchair on Casters by Hancock & Moore
Located in Dallas, TX
Dress a man's office or study with this elegant vintage director armchair. Hand crafted circa 1990 in the Chesterfield style by Hancock and Moore, the chair stands on a swivel base w...
Category

Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Ralph Lauren Attributed Leather Writers Wingback Chairs with Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Beautifully weathered pair of leather writers chairs or wingback chairs made in the style and manner of Ralph Lauren. The large wing chairs are c...
Category

20th Century American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Brass

Green Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Office Chair on Wheels with High Back
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this large green cowhide Chesterfield office chair on wheels with a high back. Handling big business is easy with this impressive chair. Made from high-quality cowhide lea...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

English Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Club Chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this beautiful English cowhide leather Chesterfield club armchair in a striking red-toned finish. This stunning red Chesterfield armchair is a true eye-catcher and a...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

A pair of leather Chesterfield style sofas
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of leather sofas were made by expert craftsmen in South America.
Category

2010s South American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

1960 Padded Black Leather Model 'Jupiter' Sofa By Arne Norell Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful "model Jupiter" in padded sturdy black leather designed by the talented designer Arne Norell for Norell Möbler AB in Sweden. Build up with loose leather tufted cushions for...
Category

1960s Swedish Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Double Sided Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
This leather sofa is upholstered in our high-grade Newport Toffee leather. With tightly tufted backrests and seat cushions with high-density foam, with natural finish brass nailhead details raised on bun feet. With our uniquely treated hand-rubbed and wiped-off finish, we have antiqued the look of the leather to give it a warm and wonderful...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Chesterfield Leather Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two cushion loveseat sofa by Thomas Lloyd. Beautiful worm leather throughout with leather covered buttons, scrolling arms and nail head trim. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Tufted Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from premium top-grain leather, this sofa boasts a rich caramel hue that invites warmth into any living space. The intricate button-tufted detailing on the backrest provides ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Leather 4 Seater Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
A classic long leather 4 seater Chesterfield sofa. The unusual long tufted chesterfield sofa is ideal for a long entry hall, living room, a hotel l...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

A Very Good MidC Hand Dyed Leather Chesterfield Sofa - Horse Hair Filled
Located in London, GB
As a LAPADA dealer and furniture maker, I have many many pieces in stock and extensive resources. This particular set is a very very beautiful collection of pieces. The hand dyed l...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Custom Double Sided Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
We offer an extensive collection and a fully customizable Chesterfield sofa program, made in America and produced within 8 weeks. Every element is customizable, from the leather or fabric to the dimensions, and the type of foot. We have added a number of images below for inspiration and priced for an 86" long double sided chesterfield sofa...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Antiqued Chesterfield Leather Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic antiqued Chesterfield leather sofa. This beautiful hand-rubbed and antiqued leather Chesterfield sofa is beautifully crafte...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Georgian Style Tufted Cigar Leather Wingback Chair and Ottoman
By Schafer Brothers
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsomely aged Georgian tufted wingback chair and matching ottoman crafted by Schafer Bros. The large armchair features a mahogany hardwood frame with fully developed wings and a ge...
Category

20th Century American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Brass

FINE PAIR OF CHESTERFIELD CHESTNUT BROWN LEATHER WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS & FOOTSTOOLs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite pair of fully restored Wingback armchairs with matching footstools in Chestnut Br...
Category

Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

English Chesterfield Style Brown Leather Tufted Reclining Club Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
This exquisite reclining club chair embodies the enduring elegance of English traditional design, seamlessly blended with mid-century functionality. Upholstered in a rich, full-grain brown leather, the chair showcases a beautifully patinated surface that speaks to both age and quality. The high, gently curved backrest is adorned with deep diamond tufting, offering a stately nod to the classic Chesterfield aesthetic while enhancing the plush, inviting silhouette. Rolled arms with hand-finished piping echo the refined detailing of early 20th-century club chairs, exuding quiet sophistication and comfort. The seat cushion is generously padded, designed for lasting support without sacrificing softness. Anchored by a discreet reclining mechanism, the chair transitions smoothly from an upright lounge position to a fully reclined repose, marrying traditional form with modern ease. The leather Chesterfield reclining...
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Mid-20th Century American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Table Lamp with Leather Books and Judge Gavel
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This charming lamp features leather books in a realistic form with a gavel on the top. The classic leather books are in warm tones with embossed details. This lamp certainly would ma...
Category

20th Century European Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Metal

Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique Chesterfield living room sofa features rich patina leather, complimented by deep tufts, upholstery buttons, and scrolled arms, while tapered hardwood legs provide a sturd...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Leather Chesterfield Sofa
$3,000 Sale Price
21% Off
A Very Smart Late 20thC Leather Chesterfield Sofa in Olive Green
Located in London, GB
As a furniture maker and LAPADA dealer we have not only pieces that we craft from our own collection but in addition, around 350 pieces of leather chesterfield furniture dating throu...
Category

Late 20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Stylish red spacious English 2.5-seater cowhide leather chesterfield sofa
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This very beautiful, spacious 2.5-seater cowhide leather chesterfield sofa has a striking character and a timeless appearance. It is a fantastic addition for true chesterfield furnit...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide

Early 19th Century English Tufted Brown Leather Loveseat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning distressed brown leather tufted sofa. The sofa's design suggests a classic style that can be adapted to various decor trends.
Category

Early 19th Century British Antique Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Tufted Barrel Back Desk Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A fine customizable English style tufted Barrel back desk chair with tufted back and seat, an arched backrest with padded and upholstered...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Lovely original vintage Chesterfield Red Leather Chaise Lounge Daybed Sofa
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely tufted hand dyed Red leather Chesterfield chaise lounge daybed A very good looking well made and exceptionally comfortable piece. This...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Sumptuous Swivel Ward Bennett Tufted Leather Club Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Luxurious pair of barrel back swivel club chairs with deep button tufting and soft muted brick red leather upholstery. Even the swivel underneath is leather clad.
Category

1980s American Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Pair, Vintage Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Armchairs, England circa 1960-80
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, handsome vintage brown leather chesterfield club armchairs resting on large turned wood feet. Upholstered in tight button-tufted brown leather with nailhead trim, rolled arms a...
Category

Late 20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Georgian Style Rare Original Chesterfield Leather Armchair, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
We are pleased to offer this rare and original Georgian style armchair for sale. A very beautiful collectible and decorative armchair. It is made according to the early Gothic designs which were solid wood, this is a later adaptation in the Georgian style and designed to be used as a relaxing chair...
Category

1950s English Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Beech

Sarreid Faux Leather Gilt Books Folding Screen Room Divider
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
An impressive 4 panel Trompe L'Oeil screen or room divider featuring classic books on what appears to be bookshelves. The books include a wide range of studies and titles such as Dic...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Metal

FINE PAIR OF COMFORTABLE RESTORED CHESTERFIELD WiNGBACK BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of vintage circa 1960's, Chesterfield Whisky brown leather fully restored wingback armchair...
Category

1960s English Vintage Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Custom Classic Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
We offer an extensive collection and a fully customizable Chesterfield sofa program, made in America and produced within 8 weeks. Every element is customizable, from the leather or f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Custom Long Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
We offer an extensive collection and a fully customizable Chesterfield sofa program, made in America and produced within 8 weeks. Every element is customizable, from the leather or f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Four-Sided Lobby Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic style four-sided sofa ideal for a large lobby or foyer. With vintage style brown tufted leather upholstered backrests and seats, raised on turned mahogany feet and finished...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Black Leather 2-Seater Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A good quality 20th-century two seater black leather chesterfield with two loose cushions, raised on ebonised bun feet. With individually hand tacked brass studded trim. A fine examp...
Category

Late 20th Century British Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Black Leather 2-Seater Chesterfield Sofa
Black Leather 2-Seater Chesterfield Sofa
$2,197 Sale Price / set
44% Off
Pair, Chesterfield Brown Leather Armchair Club Chairs, Denmark circa 1940-60
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, vintage brown leather chesterfield club arm chairs resting on bun feet. Upholstered in tight button-tufted dark brown leather with nail head trim, rolled arms and loose seat cu...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Red Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Club Chair in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this classic and luxurious red cowhide leather Chesterfield club armchair in English style with decorative studs. Thanks to its rich oxblood red color, this beautiful...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

Ralph Lauren Leather Writers Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Category

1990s Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Ralph Lauren Leather Writers Chair
Ralph Lauren Leather Writers Chair
$6,746 Sale Price
25% Off
1930s Leather Tufted Wing Back Settee
Located in Dallas, TX
This handsome George III style wing back tufted leather settee is the definition of old fashioned luxury. Featuring a warm mustard leather tuftin...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Our Signature Leather Edward Cigar Armchair in Hand Dyed Tobacco with Patina
Located in London, GB
Our Edward Cigar chair is built with comfort and gentlemanly elegance in mind. It encapsulates the essence of the modern discerning gentleman. Here you can see it finishes in our hand dyed Tobacco with a lovely patina which outlines the pieces perfectly. All crafted in-house, we can build your pieces to any size, colour or fabric. we are truly a bespoke crafting house...
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2010s British Chesterfield Furniture

Materials

Leather

Chesterfield furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chesterfield furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with animal skin, leather and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chesterfield furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Chesterfield, George Smith, David Robinson, and Harrods. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $390 and tops out at $76,237 while the average work can sell for $4,430.

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