Chesterfield Armchairs
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
English Chesterfield Wingback Armchair Brown Green Leather - Armchair - England
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Magnificent and imposing English wing chair in tufted green leather resting on four arched wooden legs.
This Chesterfield chair is a very beautiful English work. English antiques are of a sure taste and a very good quality.
The significant height of the back of this vintage designer leather chair...
Category
20th Century British Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
$1,191 Sale Price
20% Off
Black classic and comfortable cowhide leather chesterfield armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your interior with this beautiful chesterfield armchair. It is made of cow leather and features a refined finish with decorative nails. In almost ...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Dark brown English cowhide leather chesterfield armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this classic and luxurious dark brown English cowhide Chesterfield armchair with decorative studs. This stunning English Chesterfield armchair is a true eye-catcher in b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Vintage Chesterfield Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of large chesterfield lounge chairs in vintage patina leather with exposed nail trim. The chairs are upholstered in leather all the way through to the back, with scrolling arms ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
$3,000 / set
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 Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Lovely Vintage Oxblood Leather Chesterfield Gentleman's Club Armchairs
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of stunning vintage Oxblood leather Chesterfield Club armchairs which are part of a suite
These are part of a suite as mentioned
A ...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Fully Restored Vintage Chesterfield Porters Wingback Armchair Brown Leather
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage Porters barrel back armchair in whisky brown leather
This chair a real tour de force, is has absolutely everything going ...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
The Flying Wing Humidor Chair from our Signature Collection
Located in London, GB
This is our Signature Flying Wing Aviator chair with built-in humidor.
Crafted to order.
Fully humidified and crafted using a combination of Spanish C...
Category
2010s British Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel, Copper
$17,527 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Quality Burgundy Red Leather Chesterfield Slipper Armchair
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An early 20th century burgundy red leather chesterfield slipper chair with deep buttoned back and seat with leather arm supports, with solid mahogany frame. The burgundy red leather ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Set of 2 black Chesterfield armchairs in grained cowhide leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this timeless and classic set of spacious black Chesterfield armchairs in characterful grained cowhide leather. These beautiful and timeless black leather Chesterfiel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Set of Ten Restored Vintage Chesterfield Hardwood Red Leather Dining Armchairs
Located in Miami, FL
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning set of ten Vintage fully restored Chesterfield aged red leather dining chairs A very good looking and well made suite, the frames are...
Category
Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Green Cowhide Leather English Chesterfield Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this elegant green cowhide leather English Chesterfield armchair with graceful wooden detailing.
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your interior with this stunning Che...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Six Hand Dyed Brown Leather Thomas Chippendale Chesterfield Tub Club Armchairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of six, fully restored hand, dyed cigar leather English tub or club armchairs with Thomas Chippendale style floating button Chesterfield seat...
Category
1920s English Vintage Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Antique Baroque Sheepskin Leather Chesterfield Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this charming antique Baroque sheepskin leather Chesterfield armchair with a beautiful patina.
In our opinion, not all furniture across all interior styles exudes timel...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Wood
Antique Leather Barrel Back Wing Armchair
Located in London, GB
An outstanding antique leather barrel back wing armchair. This was made in England, it dates from the early twentieth century, likely around the 1930’s.
It is of superb quality, thi...
Category
1930s British Vintage Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Comfortable, classic, beautifully colored English leather chesterfield armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
If you're looking for an exceptionally comfortable armchair with classic elegance and luxury, this English leather chesterfield armchair is for you! Its beautiful deep colors and gra...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide
Crocodile Humidor Chair from Our Signature Collection
Located in London, GB
Our crocodile skin humidor chair is a very special piece indeed.
We can craft these pieces using various species of crocodile leathers which can be finished either as pre-dyed or hand dyed giving a truly luxurious patina.
This particular piece is horse tail...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Crocodile
$41,080 Sale Price / item
25% Off
PAIR OF FULLY RESTORED HAND DYED CHESTERFiELD WHISKY BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRS
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of fully restored Vintage hand dyed Cigar brown leather Art Modern, Chesterfield high back...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
RESTORED CHESTERFIELD TUFTED HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER LIBRARY RECLINER ARMCHAiR
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, top to bottom restored, hand dyed deep Cigar brown leather reclining armchair
Ple...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
GEORGE SMiTH SOMERVILLE BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAIR
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning George Smith cigar brown Somerville occasional Library armchair with Chesterfield tufted back ...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Tufted Midcentury Club Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unusual shape arm chair with tufted inside back and sides. Sharp square lines, wood legs and brass nail trim.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer)
Category
1950s Vintage Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Nice, elegant green cowhide leather chesterfield armchair combined with wood
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This amazing armchair in a beautiful and luxurious green color is a true find for lovers of chesterfield furniture. It is combined with wood and features an elegant design, giving it...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Luxurious and classic red flame-grained English leather chesterfield armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
For lovers of timeless classic English furniture, this is an opportunity not to be missed! This luxurious red flame-grained chesterfield armchair, combined with light wood, will also...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide
Pair of Antique Swedish Leather Club Armchairs by Broderna Andersson
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of antique Swedish leather club armchairs by Broderna Andersson. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1950’s.
The quality is outstandi...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Brown cowhide leather chesterfield armchair in English style on wheels
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This brown cowhide leather chesterfield armchair is a timeless addition to almost any interior and stands on wheels, making it easy to move. The armchair has a classic finish with de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
VINTAGE CIRCA 1950's HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CLUB ARMCHAIR WALNUT
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this vintage circa 1950's Chesterfield club armchair with coil sprung seat platform and hand turned Walnut b...
Category
1950s English Vintage Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
DuBois Multi Tweed Classic Tailored Chesterfield Armchair
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the luxurious embrace of the Du Bois Arm Chair, a quintessential piece that embodies the fusion of classic design and contemporary comfort. This rolled arm cheste...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Wood
Chesterfield leather swivel armchair italy 1980s
Located in Cantù, IT
Chesterfield leather swivel armchair italy 1980s
Category
20th Century Italian Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Brown Leather Tufted Library Side Chairs by Century Furniture, 1990s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a stunning pair of Mid-Century tufted library side chairs by Century Furniture, known for their exceptional craftsmanship and timeless quality.
These chairs are upholster...
Category
1990s American Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Cherry
British Green Chesterfield Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from premium top-grain leather, its rich olive green tone infuses warmth and opulence into any space. The iconic rolled arms and pleated armrests highlight meticulous craftsm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
$4,826 / item
Cowhide leather English chesterfield armchair on wheels
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this timeless and classic cowhide English chesterfield armchair on wheels, finished with decorative nails.
This beautiful cowhide chesterfield armchair is, partly due ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Set of Four Vintage Century Furniture Tufted Leather Side Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning set of four Mid-Century tufted library side chairs by Century Furniture, a brand celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship and timeless quality.
Each chair is upholstered...
Category
1990s American Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Vintage Pair of Brown Leather Tufted Side Chairs by Century Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a refined pair of Mid-Century tufted library side chairs by Century Furniture, celebrated for their exceptional craftsmanship and enduring quality.
Upholstered in rich br...
Category
1990s American Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Cherry
Red Leather Barrel Back Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich, top-grain red leather, its elegantly curved barrel back is adorned with deep button tufting, exuding timeless sophistication.
Set on turned, tapered, and fluted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$3,106 / item
Tetrad Made in England Brown Leather Chesterfield Armchair Part of Full Suite
By Tetrad
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice Chesterfield brown leather armchair made by Tetrad England which is part of a large suite
The armchair has been deep cleaned hand...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Two Vintage Chesterfield Leather Club Armchairs Feather Cushions
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale one of two pairs of lovely vintage Chesterfield leather club armchairs with down filled feather ...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Pair, Vintage Brown Leather Barrel Back Arm Chairs, Denmark circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, brown leather barrel back arm chairs with contrasting black hard wood legs.
Upholstered club chairs in button-tufted cognac leather, rolled arms and nailhead trim along sides.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Antique Swedish Leather Club Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of antique Swedish leather club armchairs. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1900-1910 period.
The quality is outstanding, they are...
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
$5,135 / set
GEORGE SMITH CHELSEA BUTTERFLY GREY OATMEAL CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAiR
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning George Smith Chelsea greyish purple, oatmeal linen fabric upholstered Butterfly model armchair...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Classic, charming, properly finished cow leather English chesterfield armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This dark leather armchair exudes timeless classic English charm and elegance. With its graceful shapes and legs, this armchair is a fantastic addition for lovers of English chesterf...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Green Vintage English Chesterfield Armchair with Elegant Design and Wood Accents
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This vintage full-grain leather Chesterfield armchair exudes the beloved timeless English class and style. It features an elegant design, a bold green color scheme, and is beautifull...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
PAIR OF CUSTOM MULBERRY LONDON BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAiRS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this one of a kind pair of brand new, super luxurious Mulberry Chesterfield tufted armchairs in hand dyed br...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Chesterfield armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Chesterfield armchairs 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 armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with animal skin, leather and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chesterfield armchairs 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 armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Chesterfield, George Smith, David Robinson, and Tetrad. 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 armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $420 and tops out at $50,489 while the average work can sell for $3,028.
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