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Chesterfield Seating

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
Sofa / Couch Chesterfield Luxury Baroque Style Design Velvet Red Alcantara Look
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive Chesterfield sofa with ottoman in beautiful velvet / alkantara look.  
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Velvet

Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Wingback Lounge Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Chesterfield style wingback fireside chairs, club chairs, or lounge chairs USA, Late 20th Century Tufted leather, on rolling castors. Measures: 38"W x 40"D x 40...
Category

Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Six Hand Dyed Brown Leather Thomas Chippendale Chesterfield Tub Club Armchairs
Located in GB
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 Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Very Comfortable Brown Leather Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this pretty much new brown leather Chesterfield office I had two of these, one has now sold and its just the one left It is massively height adj...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Wool Tweed Fabric with Leather Finishes and Wood Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Wool Tweet Fabric WIth Leather Padded Button Finishes And Wood Chesterfield Sofa.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair 1930s Swedish Crimson Red Chesterfield Club Chairs in Patinated Leather
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Pair beautiful crimson red club chairs made in the 1930s in Sweden. These chairs are both stil in original condition and therefor the leather has a grea...
Category

1930s Swedish Vintage Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

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 Seating

Materials

Leather

Fully Restored Hand Dyed Bordeaux Leather Chesterfield Suite Armchair & Sofa
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, hand made in England, fully restored Bordeaux leather Gentleman's club suite with to include a very comfortable armchair and footsto...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

1930s Swedish Crimson Red Chesterfield Club Chair in Patinated Leather
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
beautiful crimson red club chair made in the 1930s in Sweden. The chair is stil in original condition and therefor the leather has a great patina true t...
Category

1930s Swedish Vintage Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

Antique Mahogany High Back Bench Sofa, Denmark, circa 1920-1940
Located in Round Top, TX
Handsome mahogany high back sofa made more impressive with carved decorative accents and heavily rolled armrests. The dramatic high back is upholstered in dark brown vintage leather...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

1930s Swedish Crimson Red Chesterfield Club / Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful crimson red club chair made in the 1930s in Sweden. The chair is stil in original condition and therefor the leather has a great patina true t...
Category

1930s Swedish Vintage Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

Lovely Vintage Chesterfield Brown Leather Look Chaise Lounge Daybed Sofa
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely brown leather Chesterfield chaise lounge daybed. A very good looking well made and excepti...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Mcm and Scandinavian Design Style Cognac Leather and Beige Bouclé Fabric Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
MCM And Scandinavian Design Style Cognac Leather And Beige Bouclé Fabric Sofa with Wooden Base Finishes.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

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 Seating

Materials

Leather

Original Chesterfield Vintage Brown Three Seat Sofa
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer this stunning rare handmade in England brown leather 3-seat, sofa. Where to begin! This sofa is absolute eye candy from every angle, it has the original lea...
Category

20th Century Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Vintage Style Classic Chesterfield Sofa - Vienna Brown Leather
Located in Westwood, NJ
A vintage style classic Chesterfield sofa in Vienna brown leather. This traditional English- style sofa features a button-tufted interior, ro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

One of a Kind Fully Restored Hardwood Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely one of a kind Chesterfield button Directors armchair upholstered in plush woven linen A very good looking well made and comfortable...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Vintage Brown Leather Tufted Chesterfield Wingback Armchair Original, circa 1880
Located in Berlin, DE
We are proud to have this stunning vintage Chesterfield brown leather choir chair for sale. This chair is a real tour de force, it has absolutely everythin...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Antique 19th Century Library Captains Chair in Hand Dyed Aqua Marine Leather
Located in London, GB
As a furniture maker and Lapada dealer we always have an extensive stock of pieces - approximately 250 piece stock level. This is a beautiful piece. Fully restored by ourselves an...
Category

Late 19th Century Antique Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

1970s Camel / Brown Colored Leather Ottoman Model 'Merkur' by Arne Norell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Square ottoman in sturdy camel / brown colored leather designed by Arne Norell for Norell AB in Sweden. The brown wooden frame is made of Oak. Allover in good condition. Please note...
Category

1970s Swedish Vintage Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Green Leather Set of Chesterfield Sofa & Three Club Chairs, circa 1920
Located in Round Top, TX
Set (4) vintage leather Chesterfield style sofa with heavily rolled arms, pair of arm chairs and additional barrel chair all resting on wood base/feet. The dark green leather is tuf...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Antique 19th Century Library Captains Chair Restored in Hand Dyed Leathers
Located in London, GB
As a furniture maker and LAPADA dealer we always have an extensive stock of pieces - approximately 250 piece stock level. This is a beautiful piece. Fully restored by ourselves an...
Category

Mid-19th Century British Antique Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Danish Chesterfield Style Tufted Lounge Chair in Charcoal Leather, circa 1950
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very nice chesterfield style tub chair made in Denmark around the early 1950's in beechwood and a a charcoal/black leather that remains supple. No rips or tears. Leather decorated wi...
Category

1950s Danish Vintage Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Chesterfield Designer Sofa
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored whiskey brown leather contemporary designer sofa. Where to begin! This sofa is absolute eye candy from every angle, it has the original leather hide, the leather is in fully restored condition throughout, the sofa was basically new when we got our hands on it but the leather was a plain tax, we have stripped it back, hand dyed it six times, antiqued it, then sealed and waxed it It is a very good looking piece, a bit art modern, it has the look and feel of a Fritz...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Traditional Cabot Wrenn Graham Tufted Black Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Fabulous traditional Graham deep button tufted leather swivel and tilt executive desk chair by Cabot Wrenn. A classic timeless and luxurious style inspired by the 18th and 19th-century design. Beautifully handcrafted by skilled artisans using high-quality materials. The beautiful smooth-grained leather is remarkable for its rich color and incredibly soft hand, tanned from the finest hides. This piece will bring a sense of history and elegance to any interior at home or office. Please note I have ten chairs available, selling them individually "The price listed is for one chair." Specifications: Upholstery: Caress black, a world class leather is aniline dyed with a protective finish Mahogany hand-carved arms Brass Hancock nail trim Mahogany oiled sandalwood hand-carved 5-star base features prong steel interiors with antique brass casters...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Brass, Steel

Our Signature Howard Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Elephant Grey Leather
Located in London, GB
Our Howard Chesterfield sofa is a key piece from our Signature Collection and they can be finished in any hand dyed leathers or fabrics. All cr...
Category

2010s British Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Chesterfield Tufted Dutch Brown Leather Library Club Armchair with Ottoman
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Chesterfield Dutch hand dyed Cigar Brown leather library reading armchair with ottoman....
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Harrods Restored Chesterfield Captains Brown Leather Armchair Claw & Ball Feet
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very good looking and well made vintage circa 1960’s Harrods London retail Pegasus leather Chesterfield buttoned office desk chair with elegan...
Category

1960s English Vintage Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Chesterfield Vintage Captain's Office Chair in Green Leather
Located in Berlin, DE
Stunning original handmade in England hand dyed deep green leather captain's chair, a stunning piece, the frame is solid and beautifully finished mahogany, the leather is English cow...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

English Leather Armchair Wingback Chesterfield
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering one of our recent Palm Beach Estate fine furniture acquisitions of an early 1900s traditiona...
Category

Early 20th Century Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Nice Small Wide Chesterfield Tan Brown Leather Tufted Sofa with High Back
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this very nice tan brown leather Chesterfield sofa This is a very comfortable and good looking sofa, it has a high back so you can rest your whole back i...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

19thC Antique Hamptons & Sons Chesterfield Sofa In Hand Dyed Whiskey Leather
Located in London, GB
As a furniture maker and LAPADA dealer, I always have a large stock of Chesterfield sofas and chairs ranging from early 19thC through to ...
Category

Mid-19th Century British Antique Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

19th Century Victorian Chesterfield His and Hers Chairs
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of 19th century English Victorian Chesterfield style tufted library reading "his and hers" chairs. Solid mahogany frame with spoon back, wid...
Category

19th Century English Antique Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Six Vintage Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Chesterfield Tufted Dining Chairs
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of six fully restored Chesterfield tufted dining chairs These are a very good looking and well made chairs, you have two carve...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Stunning Vintage English Red Leather Chesterfield 3 Seater Sofa
Located in Berlin, DE
3-seat chesterfield sofa with button tufted detail, circa 1970. Exceptional quality. Double hand-stitching, and applied brass nailhead trim details. The ebonized composite orb feet h...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Lovely Vintage Oxblood Leather Chesterfield Gentleman's Club Sofa Part of Suite
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning vintage Oxblood leather Chesterfield Club Sofa which is part of a suite This sofa is part of a suite as mentioned, I have the matching pair if armchairs...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Our Signature Robinson Fully Buttoned Tufted Sofa
Located in London, GB
Our Robinson sofa is a very classic style of generous proportions that is certain to give presence to any interior. It could also be crafted with a buttoned back and seat cushions...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Velvet

Late 20th-C. Chesterfield Style Leather Chairs Att. to Hancock and Moore, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These chairs are have timeless appeal. This is a pair of saddle leather Chesterfield style chairs. They are attributed to Hancock and Moore bu...
Category

Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Fruitwood

Our Signature Lantern Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Amber
Located in London, GB
Our Signature Lantern installation piece is based around a serpentine shape and built with enduring quality and sustainability in mind. More often than not, spaces are created to fit a budget and life span which can prove to be a very disposable approach to a project. In this case, our client and I designed our Lantern sofa to represent longevity and the highest level of crafting. The piece shown will endure for generations and age in a way which is unlike any other piece of furniture. The leathers will patinate perfectly. The frame is fully 8-point-hand-tied loose coil sprung and horse tail...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Fully Restored 19thC Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Leathers
Located in London, GB
As a LAPADA dealer and furniture maker, I always have a large stock of Chesterfield sofas and chairs ranging from early 19thC through to ...
Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Chesterfield Seating

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 Seating

Materials

Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel

Chesterfield Armchair Leather Brown
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Chesterfield leather armchair in brown. Good condition, normal signs of wear due to age. The frame is made of mahogany wood.
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Vintage Mahogany Brown Leather Chesterfield Tufted Captains Directors Armchair
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer this lovely original vintage hand dyed Mahogany brown leather Chesterfield tufted directors chair A very good looking well made and comfortable directors chair. Its Chesterfield buttoned both back and base, the seat platform is a traditional sprung base so very comfortable, this is the bosses chair...
Category

19th Century English Antique Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Beautiful Mid-C Leather Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Golden Tans
Located in London, GB
As a LAPADA dealer I always have a large stock of Chesterfield sofas and chairs ranging from early 19thC through to present day. We also ...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Vintage original Chesterfield Oxblood Leather Wingback Armchair and Footstool
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Chesterfield wingback armchair and footstool in Oxblood leather A lovely ...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

19thC Howard & Sons Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Leathers - Colour to Select
Located in London, GB
As a LAPADA dealer and furniture maker, I always have a very good selection of pieces in stock with a wide range of price points. Original Howard & Sons 19thC Chesterfield sofa that we have fully restored in our hand dyed British leathers, fully hand tacked with horse tail...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Large Restored Hand Dyed Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa Large Bench Piece
Located in GB
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 ...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Vintage-Style Tufted Leather Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
Vintage-style leather tufted ottoman in brown leather. It features a solid hardwood frame wrapped in rich brown leather detailed with nailhead brass trim. The cushioned top is fixed ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Exceptional Pair of MidC Chesterfield Wing Back Chairs in Original Leather
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 dy...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

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 Seating

Materials

Crocodile

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 Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Classic Cabot Wrenn Graham Tufted Burgundy Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Fabulous traditional Graham deep button tufted leather swivel and tilt executive desk chair by Cabot Wrenn. A classic timeless and luxurious style inspired by the 18th and 19th century design. Beautifully handcrafted by skilled artisans using high-quality materials. The leather is rich in color and variety of grain texture making each chair different. This piece will bring a sense of history and elegance to any interior at home or office. Please note I have five chairs available, selling them individually "The price listed is for one chair" Specifications: Upholstery: Genuine top grain high quality Antelope wine Burgandy leather Mahogany hand-carved arms Brass Hancock nail trim Mahogany oiled sandalwood hand-carved 5-star base feature prong steel interiors with antique brass casters...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Brass, Steel

Rare and Unusual Vintage Chesterfield Set in Cow Pattern Leather and Wood Frame
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delight to be able to offer you this extraordinary and unique Chesterfield set. The rare cow-like leather pattern is an eyecatcher and cannot be found...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Traditional Restored Cigar Brown Leather Oak Chesterfield Captains Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely fully restored original oak framed vintage hand dyed Chesterfield cigar brown leather directors chair...
Category

Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Original Vintage Chesterfield Sofa Faded Brown from around 1978 High Quality
Located in Berlin, DE
Original old chesterfield sofa, quilted seat and back strong leather. This unique sofa was bought in an antique shop around 1978, real leather with ori...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Custom Handmade Chesterfield Sofa Solid Bronze Lion Paw Feet, Horsehair Padding
Located in Chicago, IL
This Classic Chesterfield sofa was copied from a 13' vintage French tufted back sofa found in Nice in the south of France and is upholstered in a cotton velvet. We can reproduce Ches...
Category

2010s American Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Bronze

Rare Vintage green brown Chesterfield Corner Couch Made of Real Thick Leather
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare Chesterfield corner couch made of real thick leather. good condition and with a beautiful dark green patina. Measurements: 250cm x 250cm Height 72cm Seat height 40cm.
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20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Vintage Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful leather sofa with tufted back and nail head trim. Great for home or bar use with a classic chesterfield style. Please confirm location.  
Category

Mid-20th Century Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Chesterfield seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chesterfield seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with animal skin, leather and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chesterfield seating 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 seating, 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 seating 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 $4,469.

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