Sophisticated Luxury – The Chesterfield Sofa

There’s no doubt about it, the Chesterfield suite is one of the most instantly recognisable pieces of furniture in the world.

This stylish sofa has an aristocratic and stately origin, receiving its name from the 4th Earl of Chesterfield after he commissioned the suite from a designer for his home.

Over the years there have been many different styles and takes on the classic Chesterfield, but the core design always remains the same, a low back with high arms and deep, button detailing.

Let’s take a closer look at some of the stylish and eye-catching Chesterfield and Chesterfield-inspired designs you can purchase at Michael Murphy Home Furnishing right now…

The Easton 2 Seater Sofa 

The elegant Easton sofa channels the sophisticated luxury of a Chesterfield suite. Inspiring a retro-feel thanks to its low back and rounded armrests, tuft detailing and a buttoned backrest add to the striking design of the piece. Enveloped in soft, sumptuous velvet, with deep, foam-filled seats the Easton collection is both comfortable and stylish.

The Foxworth 3 Seater Sofa

This Foxworth sofa conjures up a sumptuous vintage feel, with its low-back and classic Chesterfield design, encompassing the standard tuft detailing and studded arms. The exquisite, plush velvet appears beautiful but its soft touch brings a surprising comfort to an altogether elegant aesthetic.

The Lilly 2 Seater Sofa 

Synonymous with style and class, the Chesterfield has been a popular choice of sofa for the last two hundred years. The Lilly is no exception, enveloped in soft, sumptuous velvet and detailed with the Chesterfield styles distinctive button back-rest, this sofa exudes elegance.

The Ballyroe 3 Seater Chesterfield Sofa

Opulence always comes to mind when you look at or feel this sofa. A classic Chesterfield style enveloped in luxuriously soft smoky velvet fabric, this Ballyroe model is the perfect choice for a home leaning towards old-world glamour, with a contemporary grey palette. Featuring an attractive tufted backrest, complete with buttoned finishing and flanked by rounded armrests and stud details, this sofa is a collection of delightful intricacies. Wooden feet in a warm tone complement the entire design, rounding off the look nicely.

The Beaumont 3 Seater Chesterfield Sofa

This Beaumont sofa conjures up a sumptuous vintage feel, with its low-back, Chesterfield design, encompassing classic tuft detailing and studded arms. The exquisite, plush velvet appears beautiful, reflecting multi-tonal navy, but its soft touch brings a surprising comfort to an altogether elegant aesthetic.

The Bermuda 2.5 Seater Sofa

Designed without a singular cushion or seat divide, this retro-inspired Bermuda sofa provides plenty of space and seating in the living room, without sacrificing an inch of style. The sturdy, solid frame interior takes on a square shape, buffered with plump, rounded cushions on the seat, back and sides – complete with tufted design. Tapered wooden legs support the base, sitting at an elegant slant, extending outward. The soft, silky velvet fabric enveloping the exterior provides an additional level of comfort and luxury, ensuring that this sofa will be a firm favourite in terms of feel, not just appearance.