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Chesterfield Footstools

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
RESTORED HAND DYED CiGAR BROWN LEATHER LION'S FEET CHESTERFIELD TUFTED FOOTSTOOL
RESTORED HAND DYED CiGAR BROWN LEATHER LION'S FEET CHESTERFIELD TUFTED FOOTSTOOL

RESTORED HAND DYED CiGAR BROWN LEATHER LION'S FEET CHESTERFIELD TUFTED FOOTSTOOL

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite fully restored Chesterfield tufted hand dyed brown leather footstool with later ad...

Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

CHESTERFiELD LEGACY BROWN LEATHER KNOLL STUDIO BARCELONA STYLE DAYBED FOOTSTOOL
CHESTERFiELD LEGACY BROWN LEATHER KNOLL STUDIO BARCELONA STYLE DAYBED FOOTSTOOL

CHESTERFiELD LEGACY BROWN LEATHER KNOLL STUDIO BARCELONA STYLE DAYBED FOOTSTOOL

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Heritage brown leather Chesterfield tufted daybed sofa after the original Knoll Barcelon...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools

Materials

Leather

ViNTAGE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER EXTRA LARGE CHESTERFIELD TUFTED BENCH FOOTSTOOL
ViNTAGE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER EXTRA LARGE CHESTERFIELD TUFTED BENCH FOOTSTOOL

ViNTAGE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER EXTRA LARGE CHESTERFIELD TUFTED BENCH FOOTSTOOL

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning hand dyed Chestnut Brown Leather Chesterfield Tufted large bench or footstool Ple...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools

Materials

Leather

ViNTAGE HARDWOOD FRAMED GREEN VELOUR CHESTERFIELD TUFTED LARGE FOOTSTOOL OTTOMAN
ViNTAGE HARDWOOD FRAMED GREEN VELOUR CHESTERFIELD TUFTED LARGE FOOTSTOOL OTTOMAN

ViNTAGE HARDWOOD FRAMED GREEN VELOUR CHESTERFIELD TUFTED LARGE FOOTSTOOL OTTOMAN

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage hand made in England Mahogany framed green Velour Chesterfield tufted footstool Please ...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

LARGE GEORGE SMiTH CHESTERFIELD CHELSEA BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL
LARGE GEORGE SMiTH CHESTERFIELD CHELSEA BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL

LARGE GEORGE SMiTH CHESTERFIELD CHELSEA BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL

By George Smith

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite and highly collectable George Smith fully restored hand dyed Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield...

Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools

Materials

Leather

Dark brown chesterfield ottoman in cowhide leather
Dark brown chesterfield ottoman in cowhide leather

Dark brown chesterfield ottoman in cowhide leather

Located in Harderwijk, NL

Offered here is this elegant and graceful dark brown Chesterfield footstool made of cowhide leather. A leather footstool, also known as a hocker, turns your already comfortable armch...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chesterfield Footstools

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

PAIR OF RESTORED ViNTAGE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED FOOTSTOOLS
PAIR OF RESTORED ViNTAGE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED FOOTSTOOLS

PAIR OF RESTORED ViNTAGE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED FOOTSTOOLS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

offer for sale this absolutely exquisite pair of fully restored, hand dyed Cigar brown leather, Chesterfield Tufted Baron footstools Please note the delivery fee listed is just a g...

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Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Chesterfield Brown Leather Tufted Square Footstool Vintage Biker Tan Leather
Chesterfield Brown Leather Tufted Square Footstool Vintage Biker Tan Leather

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 Footstools

Materials

Leather

Vintage Chesterfield Tan-Naturel Leather Hand Dyed Footstool Bench
Vintage Chesterfield Tan-Naturel Leather Hand Dyed Footstool Bench

Vintage Chesterfield Tan-Naturel Leather Hand Dyed Footstool Bench

By Chesterfield

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

We are offering this stunning hand dyed Tan/Natural leather Chesterfield footstool A very good looking and well made piece, it has been upholstered with high grade leather which has...

Category

Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools

Materials

Leather, Wood

1 OF 2 GEORGE SMITH EXTRA LARGE CHESTERFiELD BLACK LEATHER TUFTED FOOTSTOOLS
1 OF 2 GEORGE SMITH EXTRA LARGE CHESTERFiELD BLACK LEATHER TUFTED FOOTSTOOLS

1 OF 2 GEORGE SMITH EXTRA LARGE CHESTERFiELD BLACK LEATHER TUFTED FOOTSTOOLS

By George Smith

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer 1 of 2 lightly restored very large Black leather Chesterfield buttoned George Smith hearth footstools Please note t...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools

Materials

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VINTAGE TAN BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED BARON FOOTSTOOL PART OF SUiTE
VINTAGE TAN BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED BARON FOOTSTOOL PART OF SUiTE

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...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools

Materials

Leather

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Chesterfield footstools for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chesterfield footstools for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage footstools 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 footstools 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 footstools, popular names associated with this style include Chesterfield, George Smith, and Ralph Lauren. 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 footstools differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $706 and tops out at $4,857 while the average work can sell for $1,906.