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
New Contemporary Oushak Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
80840 New Vintage-Inspired Modern Oushak Runner, 02'07 x 11'07. This hand-knotted wool vintage-style modern Oushak rug runner from Pakistan is a tribute to the centuries-old weaving ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Wool
$1,791 Sale Price
30% Off
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 Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
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 Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Set of 10 English Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Club Chairs in a Red Color
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this unique set of 10 beautiful English cowhide leather Chesterfield club armchairs in a striking flamed red color.
This exceptional set of ten red Chesterfield chairs...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Antique Swedish Leather Armchair
Located in London, GB
An absolutely beautiful antique Swedish leather armchair. We have recently imported this from Sweden, it dates from around the 1900-1920 period.
The quality is superb and it is very...
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Antique Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
19th Century Tufted English Chesterfield Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
The product is a large scale, handsome tufted Chesterfield style Italian leather chair. The chair provides a comfortable and luxurious seating option for any room in the home or offi...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
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
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 Furniture
Materials
Brass
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 Furniture
Materials
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 Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
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 Furniture
Materials
Cowhide
Antique High Flap Chair, Chesterfield Style Made In Brown Leather From 1920s
Located in Lejre, DK
This antique Chesterfield-style high flap chair is a masterpiece of furniture art from the 1920s. Upholstered in brown studded leather, this chair exudes a ...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Chesterfield Brown Leather Tufted Square Footstool Vintage Biker Tan Leather
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely Tan brown leather chesterfield tufted footstool
A good looking and comfortable stool, it has a nice heritage patina to it
We have cleaned ...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Leather
$616 Sale Price
20% Off
Red cow leather square chesterfield ottoman/storage pouf
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A cow leather footstool, also known as an ottoman, transforms your already comfortable armchair into a true relaxation paradise. With your feet resting on this ottoman, you can enjoy...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Cowhide
Chesterfield Vintage Brown Leather Wingback Georgian Armchair with Horse hair
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Georgian H-framed Chesterfield wingback armchair in brown leather A lovely Armchair, full of vintage charm and character, we ha...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Leather
$1,895 Sale Price
37% Off
Nice Pair of Oxblood Leather Vintage Chesterfield Gainsborough Side Chairs
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of oversized, Chesterfield tufted, Oxblood leather Gainsborough side chairs
A very good looking and expertly crafted pair, the...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Leather
$1,682 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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 Furniture
Materials
Leather
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 Furniture
Materials
Cowhide
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 Furniture
Materials
Leather
$3,000 / set
New Contemporary Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
50729 Modern Oushak Turkish Rug, 09'03 X 12'06. Experience the harmonious convergence of contemporary elegance, Biophilic Design, and sustainable craftsmanship in our hand-knotted wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Wool
New Modern Persian Sultanabad Carpet with Transitional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60705 New Modern Persian Sultanabad Rug Runner, 03'00 x 16'07. Woven in the spirit of timeless refinement and modern heirloom elegance, this hand...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Wool
Set of 2 Red Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Side Tables with Glass Tops
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this set of 2 red cowhide leather Chesterfield side/coffee tables with glass tops.
This stunning set of Chesterfield tables is a great addition for any enthusiast! ...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Glass
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 Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Graceful dark blue chesterfield armchair made of cow leather combined with wood
Located in Harderwijk, NL
The design, the finish with decorative nails, and the dark blue color make this leather chesterfield armchair a true eye-catcher. Its organic shape provides excellent seating comfort...
Category
1990s Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
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 Furniture
Materials
Leather, Birch
Zabihi Collection Large Antique Persian Sarouk
Located in New York, NY
A stunning full pile antique Persian Sarouk rug in mahogany red and royal blue.
12'1'' x 15'2'' early 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Wool
VINTAGE TAN BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED BARON FOOTSTOOL PART OF SUiTE
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, lightly restored aged tan brown leather Chesterfield tufted footstool which is part of a suit...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Leather
$1,626 Sale Price
20% Off
English Regency Desk with Foldable Desk / Writing Table 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Extraordinary English regency desk with hinged sides and red leather top. 5 drawers in the front and 5 panels on the back. The leather top is provided with very thick embossing.
The ...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Wood
$2,359 Sale Price
30% Off
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 Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
$4,316 Sale Price
20% Off
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 Furniture
Materials
Leather
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 Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
English Tea Caddy
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/7590 - A beautiful English caddy for Your tea time: in the best tradictions. Find a moment to enjoy it!
Category
Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
19th Century Carved Walnut Leather Chesterfield Library Stool
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A 19th century carved walnut leather chesterfield library stool.
The stool is upholstered in deeply buttoned brown leather hide, it set on hefty ball ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Chesterfield Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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.