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Chesterfield Benches

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
CONTEMPORARY DESiGNER HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD STOOL PIANO BENCH
CONTEMPORARY DESiGNER HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD STOOL PIANO BENCH

CONTEMPORARY DESiGNER HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD STOOL PIANO BENCH

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Contemporary Designer two seat Piano or Window bench Chesterfield tufted stool in hand dyed Whis...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Benches

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Large Restored Hand Dyed Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa Large Bench Piece
Large Restored Hand Dyed Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa Large Bench Piece

Large Restored Hand Dyed Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa Large Bench Piece

By Chesterfield

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We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England large fully restored Chesterfield brown leather bench This piece is exquisite, fully restored, made in England ...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Benches

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Antiqued Chesterfield Leather Sofa, Brown Leather, Danish Design, 1960
Antiqued Chesterfield Leather Sofa, Brown Leather, Danish Design, 1960

Antiqued Chesterfield Leather Sofa, Brown Leather, Danish Design, 1960

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Experience the enduring charm of classic craftsmanship with this exquisite antiqued leather Chesterfield sofa. Carefully upholstered in brown leather, every piece is individually han...

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2 Beautiful Chesterfield Stools in Beige Leather Oval Shape
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Vintage C.R. Laine Aana Rectangular Bench in Cream Leather with Lucite Legs
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Chesterfield benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chesterfield benches for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage benches 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 benches made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original benches, popular names associated with this style include and Chesterfield. 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 benches differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,585 and tops out at $10,362 while the average work can sell for $2,615.