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
Vintage Iconic Large Three-seater Antique Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa, 1920s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This three-seater Chesterfield leather sofa was produced in England during the 1920s. It is one of the most recognizable pieces of furniture in the world. The sofa's frame is made of...
Category
1920s British Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Gentleman’s Wing Back Leather Chesterfield Library Chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A pair of gentleman’s wing back leather chesterfield library chairs.
These are very roomy chairs, the ultimate in Vintage Country House C...
Category
Early 20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Four-Sided Lobby Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic style four-sided sofa ideal for a large lobby or foyer. With vintage style brown tufted leather upholstered backrests and seats, raised on turned mahogany feet and finished...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Vintage Buttoned Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Chesterfield buttoned leather sofa in cigar brown raised on wooden bun feet. Some stitching parting on arms, pictured. Dimensions: 30"H x ...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Our Signature Leather Edward Cigar Armchair in Hand Dyed Tobacco with Patina
Located in London, GB
Our Edward Cigar chair is built with comfort and gentlemanly elegance in mind. It encapsulates the essence of the modern discerning gentleman.
Here you can see it finishes in our ...
Category
2010s British Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Stunning MidC Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Leathers
Located in London, GB
A true focal point of any room. The very distinctive colouring of the leathers on this piece are certain to creat a conversation. A very positive conversation!
The natural patina ...
Category
1960s British Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Very Good MidC Hand Dyed Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
This really is an exceptional MidC leather chesterfield sofa.
Beautiful Whiskey hand dyed leathers, the colouring is very rich with natural patina.
A very robust piece with down &...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
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
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
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
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
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...
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
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
Ralph Lauren 20thc Chesterfield Leather Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Pasadena, CA
Handcrafted to perfection, this timeless piece combines classic design with unparalleled craftsmanship, epitomizing the essence of refined sophistication. Measuring at 95 inches in w...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Vintage English Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Experience timeless elegance with the Vintage English Leather Chesterfield Sofa by Fleming & Howland. Crafted in lush green leather, this iconic piece exudes sophistication and charm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Early 20th Century Golden Brown Leather 3 Seater Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning quality early 20th century large three seater golden brown leather chesterfield with three loose feathered cushions, raised on castors. With individually hand tacked brass...
Category
Early 20th Century British Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Antique Swedish Leather Club Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of antique Swedish leather club armchairs. They were recently imported from Sweden, we would date them to around the 1910-20 period.
The quality is outstanding, the...
Category
1910s Swedish Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Vintage Brown Leather Chesterfield Two Seat Sofa Loveseat, England Circa 1960-80
Located in Round Top, TX
The rich brown vintage leather captures your attention in this wonderful Chesterfield loveseat or "double chair."
It has the traditional tufted buttoned back, rolled arms and nail he...
Category
Late 20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
20th Century English Chesterfield Miniature Leather Sofa With Cushion Seats
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A superb 20th century Timothy Oulton leather mini chesterfield sofa. One of the most elegant models with soft cushion seating, this is a fashionable yet...
Category
20th Century British Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Antique Victorian Style Leather Swivel Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
A smart and extremely well made antique Victorian style leather swivel desk chair. This was made in England and dates from around the 1950’s.
It is of superb quality, this is genero...
Category
1950s British Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Custom Classic Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
We offer an extensive collection and a fully customizable Chesterfield sofa program, made in America and produced within 8 weeks. Every element is customizable, from the leather or f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
ANTIQUE DUTCH MARQUETRY INLAID CLAW & BALL FEET CHESTERFiELD BROWN LEATHER BENCH
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very fine highly collectable antique circa 1860 Dutch Marquetry inlaid, Claw & Ball feet, brown leather...
Category
1860s Danish Antique Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood, Walnut
Late 19th Century English Leather Chesterfield
Located in Middleburg, VA
Late 19th Century English Leather Suede Chesterfield. Great Small Proportions , Excellent Condition with Nail head trim and very comfortable.
Category
Late 19th Century British Antique Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Hancock & Moore French Chesterfield Style Carved Brown Leather Tufted Bar Stool
Located in Dayton, OH
Exquisite Hancock & Moore French Chesterfield Bar Stool. Features an acanthus carved mahogany frame with scrolled tufted back, upholstered in a rich top grain brown leather with nai...
Category
Late 20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Chester One Sofa 4-Seater
Located in BREDA, NL
A prestigious and exclusive reissue of a grand historic. The four-seater sofa, an elegant and generously-proportioned reinterpretation of one of the most iconic pieces from the Poltrona Frau Archives, the artisan mastery and zest for perfection, which have been the hallmark of Poltrona Frau since its beginnings, can be seen in the capitonné effect workmanship and in the series of tacks that give a finishing touch to the leather on the backs of the seats.
The Chester One sofa...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Vintage Camel Colored Leather Wingback Armchair, Denmark circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
Vintage brown leather wingback arm chair with classic nail head trim resting on cabriolet feet.
Carmel colored leather shows stains to seat, some cracking at center lower back.
Sold ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
J. Robert Scott 'Eve' Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tufted sofa by J. Robert Scott in maroon red leather. Seat goes down to the floor for a low profile.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Vintage Caramel Suede Chesterfield Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Find out for yourself what has made the Chesterfield the world's most popular sofa of all time with this lovely mid-century suede two-seater! With the iconic design dating back to Lo...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
COMFORTABLE ViNTAGE RESTORED BROWN LEATHER TUFTED CHESTERFIELD WINGBACK ARMCHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored vintage Chesterfield tufted Cigar brown leather wingback armchair.
Please note...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Vintage Chesterfield Sofa and Couch Cognac Leather and Mahogany Frame, 1970s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Vintage 3-seat Chesterfield sofa made in the 1970s.
It's upholstered with delicate and good quality cognac colored leather. The frame is made of mahogany.
The sofa is in good vintag...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Burgundy Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long 6+ foot tufted sofa in deep burgundy leather. Great age and wear throughout.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category
Mid-20th Century Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
STUNNING FULLY RESTORED ENGLISH ViNTAGE BORDEAUX LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CLUB SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning very rare hand made in England fully restored Bordeaux leather Gentleman's club sofa
Please n...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair, Chesterfield Brown Leather Armchair Club Chairs, Denmark circa 1940-60
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, vintage brown leather chesterfield club arm chairs resting on bun feet.
Upholstered in tight button-tufted dark brown leather with nail head trim, rolled arms and loose seat cu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Lovely Vintage Oxblood Leather Chesterfield Gentleman's Club Armchairs
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
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 Seating
Materials
Leather
Cheerfild club chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A good quality early 20th century, brown leather club armchair Chesterfield. Original hand dyed brown leather. This Cesterfield is horse hair filled, with button-back upholstery. st...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
HAND DYED VINTAGE AGED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS SWIVEL OFFICE CHAIr
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made in England, aged brown hand dyed leather Chesterfield captains office chair
Please...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Antique English Chester field Sofa with Hand Carved Wood Lion Legs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Wonderful Leather Chesterfield sofa with hand carved wooden lions legs.
English Tifted Leather Sofa With Wooden Lion Feet. The leather a beauti...
Category
1920s British Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
1 of a Pair - A Very Smart Mid-Late 20thC Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
We were very fortunate to acquire a full collection of pieces from a beautiful country house on the south coast.
The full collection was purchased approximately 50 years ago and con...
Category
Late 20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
1 OF 2 TIMOTHY OULTON HERITAGE BROWN OVERSIZED LEATHER CHESTERFIELD HALO SOFAs
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super comfortable, Timothy Oulton Designed, over sized Heritage brown leather Chesterfield sofa that is...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Captain's Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Crawley, GB
Captain's oak Swivel Desk Chair.
For sale a late 20th century beautiful mahogany revolving tub back desk chair, upholstered in buttoned claret leather, in good condition!
Don't hesit...
Category
Late 20th Century British Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Antique 19thC Chesterfield Sofa in Beautiful Patinated Leather
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.
A very rare find indeed. Well functioning and beau...
Category
1890s British Antique Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
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
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 timeless elegance and soph...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Antique 19thC Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Parchment Leather
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.
This really is a beautiful 19thC Chesterfield sofa ...
Category
1870s British Antique Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Stunning Three Piece Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Suite
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A good quality mid 20th century prune colour leather vintage chesterfield suite. With the original prune burgundy leather hide that has been...
Category
Early 20th Century British Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
RESTORED CHESTERFIELD TUFTED HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER LIBRARY RECLINER ARMCHAiR
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
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 Seating
Materials
Leather
Antique Bow Fronted 19thC Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Parchment Leather
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.
This is a very smart 19thC Chesterfield sofa with u...
Category
1870s British Antique Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Tufted Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from premium top-grain leather, this sofa boasts a rich caramel hue that invites warmth into any living space. The intricate button-tufted detailing on the backrest provides ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Ralph Lauren Tufted Cigar Leather Wingback Writer's Chair
By Henredon
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Beautifully weathered cigar leather wingback writers chair attributed to Henredon for Ralph Lauren. The hardwood frame is covered with thick, tufted cig...
Category
20th Century American Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Brass
Antique Leather Chesterfield Style Sofa
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely well made antique leather Chesterfield style sofa. This was made in England, it dates from around the late 20th c...
Category
1980s British Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Chesterfield Armchair With Footstool Made In Red Leather From 1920s
Located in Lejre, DK
This Chesterfield armchair with matching footstool is a classic representation of timeless elegance and comfort. With black lacquered wooden legs and beautifully upholstered in studd...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage English Chesterfield Leather Tufted Love Seat Sofa Oxblood Red #1
Located in Tyler, TX
TIMELESS Vintage English Leather Tufted Seat CHESTERFIELD 2-Seat Sofa/Love Seat Oxblood Red
PERFECT ICONIC look for a gentleman's office, study, library, or cigar lounge~~fully butt...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Hancock & Moore Oxblood Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Tufted Office Chairs Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hancock & Moore Oxblood Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Button Tufted Office Lounge Chairs - a Pair. Item features brass nailhead trim, solid mahogany wood frame, original labe...
Category
1980s Vintage 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
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair of Vintage Georgian Chesterfield Style Leather Wing Back Lounge Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Dimensions:
45.50”H x 32”W x 35” D
Seat Height 18.50”
Category
1960s American Vintage Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather
Antique Swedish Leather Sofa
Located in London, GB
An absolutely beautiful antique Swedish leather sofa. We have recently imported this from Sweden, it dates from around the 1900-1920 period.
The ...
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Antique Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
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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