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
Classic Cowhide Leather English Chesterfield Club Chair in a Light Red Tone
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Are you a fan of the English Chesterfield style but prefer a smooth leather finish over deep button tufting? Then this smooth full-grain leather club chair is a fantastic addition to...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
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
A Very Smart & Neat Pair of Mid-Late 20thC Leather Chesterfield Club Chairs
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 present day.
In addition, we craft our own ...
Category
Late 20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
One Pair English Style Leather Chesterfield, Great Color with a Hand Applied Pat
Located in Buchanan, MI
One pair English style leather Chesterfield, great color with a hand applied patina. Old world look with new construction From the Thomas Jolly Antiques collection. Priced per sofa.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Unique set of 4 fabric patchwork Chesterfield club chairs in good condition
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fantastic set of 4 patchwork club chairs in chesterfield style would look amazing in a large space—an unique opportunity for enthusiasts or professional stylists! The design, ma...
Category
1990s Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Fabric
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Huge Original Green Chesterfield Hand Dyed Green Leather Footstool
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original, large, Chesterfield green leather footstool A very good looking collectable and rare stool, depending on your seating arra...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Birch
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 Seating
Materials
Cowhide
Fully Restored Pair of Huge 4-5 Seat Each Chesterfield Brown Leather Bench Sofas
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of huge 4-5 seat each, fully restored rich brown leather Chesterfield bench sofas
These are a very solid and well made pair o...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
$15,559 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Unique set of 2 fabric patchwork Chesterfield club chairs in good condition
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fantastic set of 2 patchwork club chairs in chesterfield style would look amazing in a large space—an unique opportunity for enthusiasts or professional stylists! The design, ma...
Category
1990s Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Fabric
Brown English Cowhide Leather 2.5-Seater Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this timeless cognac brown English cowhide leather 2.5-seater Chesterfield sofa.
This stunning leather Chesterfield is a beautiful addition to nearly any interior. Wi...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
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
Leather and Wood Chesterfield Office Chair in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this classic leather and wood Chesterfield office chair in English style, finished with decorative studs.
This charming leather and wooden English-style office chair is a t...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Cuban Brown Four-Sided Lobby Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Ideal for a large lobby or foyer. With vintage style Cuba brown tufted leather upholstered backrests and seats, raised on turned mahogany feet and finished with brass nailhead trim. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
$8,515 / item
Very Comfortable Brown Leather Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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
$1,307 Sale Price
30% Off
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set of 2 Green Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Armchairs in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this very charming set of 2 green cowhide leather Chesterfield armchairs in classic English style.
These delightful green leather Chesterfield armchairs not only brin...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, 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 Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Club Chair in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this luxurious and imposing cowhide leather Chesterfield club armchair in English style with elegant lines, in good condition. This large, high-quality leather Chesterfield ...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
3-Seater Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Sofa in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this luxurious and charming 3-seater cowhide leather Chesterfield sofa in English style, with a timeless appearance in a warm brown colour scheme. This beautiful, dark brown...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
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 Seating
Materials
Upholstery
CONSERVATIVE RESTORED CiGAR BROWN LEATHER OAK CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this gorgeous fully restored oak frame chesterfield cigar brown leather captain armchair.
This piece combines style and...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Our Signature Carver Tufted Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Elephant Grey Leather
Located in London, GB
Our Carver Chesterfield sofa is a very classic style of generous proportions that is certain to bring gravitas and elegance to your space.
The very generously rolled arm is very str...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British 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
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
Beautifully Restored MidC Chesterfield Club Chairs in Hand Dyed Leather
Located in London, GB
This really is a very special and most beautiful pair of midC club chairs.
We have fully restored the pieces and finished them in our hand dyed leathers using walnut husk as the dye...
Category
1960s British Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Chesterfield Carved Hardwood & Oxblood Leather Armchairs 2
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer you this stunning pair of Chesterfield carver armchairs in oxblood leather with hand carved frames. The chairs are a lovely find and in original condition throughout, both are buttoned and look glorious from every angle Ideally suited as occasional or luxury office...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
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
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 Seating
Materials
Leather
$484 Sale Price
30% Off
Chesterfield leather swivel armchair italy 1980s
Located in Cantù, IT
Chesterfield leather swivel armchair italy 1980s
Category
20th Century Italian Chesterfield Seating
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 Seating
Materials
Leather
English Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this impressive English cowhide leather Chesterfield armchair with comfortable seating and a deep dark color. This stately English Chesterfield armchair features a timeless ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
faux Leather Chesterfield club armchair, circa 1930/1950 very good state
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
faux Leather Chesterfield club armchair, circa 1930/1950
very good state
Category
1930s English Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Wood, Faux Leather
Late Victorian Two-Seat Chesterfield Sofa 'to Be Colored on Request', circa 1890
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Victorian two-seat mahogany Chesterfield sofa, of typical form with rolled arms and two-seat cushions, on the original castors, reupholstered in natural leather (to be colored...
Category
1890s English Antique Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Antique English cowhide leather desk chair combined with wood on original wheels
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This antique armchair is not only attractive to look at but is also versatile in its use. For example, you can use it as an accent chair, but it also works perfectly as an office cha...
Category
19th Century Antique Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Set of 2 Vintage Green / Brown Leather Chesterfield / Chippendale Armchairs
Located in Berlin, DE
For Sale: Set of 2 Vintage Green-Brown Leather Chesterfield / Chippendale Armchairs
These two stunning vintage armchairs are crafted in a timeless Chesterfield design, featuring smo...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Fully Restored Hand Dyed Bordeaux Leather Chesterfield Suite Armchair & Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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
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 Seating
Materials
Leather
GEORGE SMITH BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED CAPTAiNS CHAIR
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning brown leather George Smith RRP £7,034 Chesterfield tufted captains office chair
P...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
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 Oxblood Leather Antique Stud Chesterfield Wingback Swivel Office Chair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very comfortable Oxblood leather large Chesterfield Wingback office chair with original leather and patina.
This is a very comfortable captai...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
One of a Kind Fully Restored Hardwood Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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
Chesterfield Style "Carrosse" Armchair
Located in Paris, FR
Rare Chesterfield style "en carrosse" armchair, in padded leather.
The lower part opens with two doors. England around 1950.
Category
1950s British Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
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
Large Oversized 50x96" Tufted Plum Leather Chesterfield Daybed Sofa MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Oversized 50x96" Tufted Plum Leather Chesterfield Daybed Sofa MINT
Category
20th Century Unknown Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
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
English Blue Chesterfield Style Tufted Leather Captains Chair Office Chair
Located in Long Branch, NJ
English Blue Chesterfield Style Tufted Leather Captains Chair Office Chair
Dimensions : 32.5" Tall X 24" Wide X 21" Deep
This chair was made in the late 20th century in the UK in t...
Category
1980s British Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Dark Brown Chesterfield Office Chair in Cowhide Leather and Wood
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this dark brown adjustable Chesterfield office chair made of cow leather and wood, featuring wheels, swivel and tilt functionality. This stylish and timeless office c...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Dining / Side Chair in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this beautiful and luxurious cowhide leather Chesterfield dining or side chair in classic English style, finished in a light cognac color. This stunning Chesterfield ...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Chesterfield Office Chair on Wheels in Dark Brown Cowhide Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this classic Chesterfield office chair on wheels, finished in a beautiful dark brown color. Crafted from quality cow leather and wood, this timeless office chair is a...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
2 Beautiful Chesterfield Stools in Beige Leather Oval Shape
Located in Berlin, DE
2 beautiful Chesterfield stools in beige leather oval shape.
Made in Italy.
Category
20th Century Italian Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Set of 6 English Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Club Chairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is a unique set of 6 beautiful English cowhide leather Chesterfield club armchairs in a flame red color.
This stunning set of six red Chesterfield armchairs is a rare ...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
20th Century Vintage Brown Leather Club Chairs, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
This pair of vintage leather club chairs are welcoming with barrel shaped arms and tufted backs with self covered buttons and piping.
This pair shows signs of typical age and wear to...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Custom Antiqued Leather Chesterfield
Located in Westwood, NJ
From our US Based custom upholstery and tannery workshop, this Chesterfield sofa is customizable and made with one of our many available types of leather. Available with a weathered ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
$9,670 / item
Chesterfield Black Leather Armchair from the 1950s, Western Europe.
Located in Miami, FL
Chesterfield armchair from the 1950s, Western Europe.
Height to the arms : 16.53in
Category
Mid-20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Deep Red Flame-Colored 2.5-Seater Chesterfield Sofa in Cowhide Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this stunning deep red flame-colored and comfortable 2.5-seater Chesterfield sofa in cowhide leather.
This impressive leather 2.5-seater Chesterfield is a beautiful addit...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Old Plank's Classic English Chesterfield Sofa with Bronze Lion Paw Feet Sold COM
Located in Chicago, IL
Another Old Plank Road version of a Classic English Chesterfield Sofa and of course available in any dimension. The original inspiration piece came from Monaco where we had purchased a 13' long...
Category
2010s American Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of 12 English Chesterfield Club Chairs in a Red Cowhide Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this unique set of 12 beautiful English leather Chesterfield club armchairs in a striking flame red color.
This fantastic set is a rare opportunity for any enthusia...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Cowhide, 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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