Modern Ottomans and Poufs
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Saturn Pouffe Small, Chrome Steel Frame and Ivory Boucle Fabric by Lara Bohinc
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The Saturn pouffe utilises gathered bilboquet seat construction, to create a more simplified but still incredibly distinctive form. The
The Saturn pouffe utilises gathered bilboque...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Ottoman pouf DROVA 4 Wool fabric WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman pouf Drova 4, a versatile and stylish addition to your living space. Handcrafted with precision in Ukraine, this cube pouf embodies the perfect fusio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
DIG IT Pouf Jacquard Velvet
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Dig It is a pouf with a cylindrical seat. The wooden shell is covered with polyurethane foam and finished with a top layer of acrylic fiber.
The base can be ma...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Metal
Dainty Pouf, by Charlotte Høncke from Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Sophisticated, two-colored pouf with soft shapes and a clean idiom. The Dainty pouf can be used in any room of your home as extra seating or as a leg rest....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam
Patricia Urquiola Bandas Small Pouf for GAN
Located in New York, NY
Modularity taken to the limit. All the pieces in the Bandas collection can be interchanged. An ingenious system, designed by Patricia Urquiola, allows the collection to be adapted to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam
Footstool Silver Steel and Black Saddle Leather, Modern Style, Hug Collection
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary footstool and ottoman is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm i...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Footstool, Black Steel and Vegetable Tobacco Leather, Modern Style, Hug
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary footstool and ottoman is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm i...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Hudson Ottoman 18"Ø in Silver Grey Tibetan Lamb by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured in Tibetan Lamb Shearling, the Hudson Ottoman exudes luxury. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are designed to function as a tr...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Lambskin
Banded Ottoman 18" in Black Leather by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured with diamond banded detailing, the Diamond Ottoman is inspired by fundamental geometry. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are d...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Banded Ottoman 22" in Black Leather by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured with banded detailing, the Banded Ottoman is inspired by fundamental geometry. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are designed t...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Lounge Chair and Ottomans Designed for Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing a striking pair of contemporary black leather lounge chairs and ottomans, designed exclusively for Thayer Coggin. T...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Maple
Craft Associates Ottoman, Canadian Walnut Ottoman, Gold Mohair, Modern
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft Associates Ottoman, Canadian Walnut Ottoman, Gold Mohair, Modern
This walnut Canadian ottoman is expertly crafted and upholstered and pictured with ...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Karl Springer Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" with Polished Gunmetal Bases, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" with custom graphic fabric and bases in seamlessly welded solid polished gunmetal with recessed castors by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These ottomans are classic Karl Springer. The recessed castors make them very easy to move around. They are beautiful accents for any room.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 14...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Moooi Amami Small Pouf in Blue Velvet Seat and Steel Legs, Lorenza Bozzoli
By Lorenza Bozzoli, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Amami poufs are simply irresistable and available in three sizes. Dressed in heart-warming velvet, softly floating on long sensuous fringes that decorat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Roche Bobois Early Production Mah Jong Elements, Pair, Signed, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful pair of Roche Bobois Mah Jong elements by Hans Hopfer are from the earlier years of the design in the 1970s, before they created the Missoni and Jean Paul Gaultier collaborations where they gained a new look.
This pair of Mah Jong elements are without a seat back, so they are ideal as a pair of large floor cushions or stacked on top of another as a large ottoman. At home, we have another pair of these that we use for our dogs as a large dog bed which we humans also use. When we want more floor space we can stack them and push them against the wall. When we have guests and need more seating in the living room we pull them over and stack next to a coffee table. But most of the time it is side by side for the dogs to use and when us humans need a quick NAP - we use it as a daybed underneath a skylight or can lay with the dogs for a quick cuddle.
This pair of Mah Jong sectional sofa elements was reupholstered with new fabric over the original interior foam, original bottom lining and labels. The visible fabric is brand new and is in mint condition. Everything else was cleaned, but is original. So it’s the best of both worlds - for those who want a clean, new fabric but also an early production year example of a Classic design. Photos of another pair that we have, in its original fabric are in the photos of this listing.
This pair of early production Roche Bobois Mah Jong elements would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Danish modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a contemporary or Postmodern room. Also consider mixing it up in a traditional, transitional, classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an Apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as side chairs, bedside seating...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Low Footstool Ottoman with Solid Hardwood Base and Flared Upholstered Top
Located in Greenwich, CT
*This piece is referenced in another listing as the accompanying ottoman to a tub lounge chair and is also sold stand-alone. Customize with your own fabrics. Shown in turquoise velve...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Wenge
Vanguard Brown Leather Square Tooled Paisley Nailhead Ottoman 41"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Vanguard brown leather square ottoman featuring mitered paisley and nailhead design with button tuft.
Vanguard Furniture is a family-owned company that has been making custo...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
‘Pilotis’ Ottoman in Cognac Edelman Leather by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage ‘Pilotis’ ottoman designed by French interior and furniture designer Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt in 1995. This piece features a sleek square black metal base with tubu...
Category
1990s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Stunning Custom Designed Round Ottoman with Stainless Steel Base
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful round loveseat/ottoman with upholstered top.
This beautiful ottoman can be used indoors or outdoors, it is perfect for homes with large livi...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Round Ottomans in Sage Green Velvet, France 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming pair of vintage ottomans sourced in the South of France. These have been professionally restored in a beautiful green velvet.
DIMENSIONS: 24.5"Dia x 17"H
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Waterfall Benches by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Glamorous pair of waterfall benches designed by Steve Chase.
Newly reupholster with off white with gold foil threads fabric.
They can be used as benches or ottomans.
Measure...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Montauk Sofa Cognac Leather and Walnut Tuxedo Ottoman or Footstool, Canada 2000s
Located in Miami, FL
Classic Tuxedo cube ottoman or footstool rendered in cognac leather upholstery with a down filled foam cushion and walnut feet, made in Montreal Canada, 2000s
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Oak Curule Stool/Ottoman, France, c. 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Carved and upholstered oak curule stool/ottoman.
Category
1940s English Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Chelsea Checkerboard Round Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
The Chelsea Checkerboard Round Ottoman is a delightful fusion of classic elegance and contemporary flair. Its round shape and plush cushioning provide both comfort and versatility, m...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Square Leather Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a huge leather seating or cocktail table option for home or office. Creamy black leather. Beautiful minimalist design by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt.
Located in Phi...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan Bronze Patio Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A bronze ottoman by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan. The ottoman has simple construction in tubular bronze with a patinated finish, with rounded squares serving as runners on each side....
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Penca Ottoman
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
Penca is a line of outdoor furniture with a strong Mexican identity, designed for residential spaces as well as for common areas of restaurants or boutique hotels.
The concept of the...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Spheric Ottoman by NOOM, Cobalt Blue Wool
Located in Paris, FR
Spheric Ottoman
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova
Materials: textile, molded polyurethane foam
Fabrics: Available in a wide range of fabrics by request
Dimensions: D - 50 cm
New NOOM fu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Textile
Modern Grand Pouf White Cotton Bouclé Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
A comfy pouf stool with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in white cotton bouclé fabric, Flox stands out o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
LE MODERNE Velvet Ottoman by Alexandre Ligios, REP by Tuleste Factory
Located in New York, NY
LE MODERNE Ottoman by Alexandre Ligios
Velvet
L 49 x H 42 x D 40
The fringed velvet poufs offer luxurious elegance and bohemian charm to your space. Available in several designs, ...
Category
2010s Moroccan Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Beige Oval Vanity Fabric Stool With Wheels
Located in London, GB
This beige round fabric stool offers a compact and flexible seating solution. Whether used as additional seating for small spaces or as a footrest for relaxation, it smoothly combine...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Adrian Ottoman Solid Walnut and Cotton Webbing Stool
Located in Miami, FL
Adrian Ottoman designed by Dosbananos and made in Miami. Solid Walnut and Ivory Cotton Webbing.
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Walnut
Italian modern black leather pouf Maralunga Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Black leather pouf Maralunga Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
Pouf mod. Maralunga with rectangular base entirely in black leather. The seat is made up of a padded c...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Bespoke Dark Grey Leather Square Ottoman
Located in London, GB
This bespoke square ottoman is the ultimate all-in-one lounging accessory with an edgy rustic design & high-quality finish is extremely versatile.
Boasting double seaming diamond pa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather
Contemporary Ottoman/Footstool in Black & White Woven Jacquard
Located in Munster, IN
A bold woven pattern in a neutral color-scheme makes this a fantastic and versatile textile for this small ottoman. Paired with natural wooden legs and asymmetrically-placed brass ta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Bespoke Dark Grey Leather Square Ottomans, Set of 2
Located in London, GB
This bespoke square ottoman is the ultimate all-in-one lounging accessory with an edgy rustic design & high-quality finish is extremely versatile.
Boasting double seaming diamond pa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather
Saturn Pouffe Large, Chrome Frame and Cream Boucle by Lara Bohinc In Stock
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The equally singular Saturn pouffe utilises the same gathered bilboquet seat construction, to create a more simplified but still incredibly distinctive form. The sumptuously undulati...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Set of 3, 1980s Red Mushroom shaped stools
Located in London, GB
A set of 3 Mushroom shaped stools, original black, red and blue colour upholstery. made in Italy ca.1980s
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
IL POUF Tone On Tone Green
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Tone on Tone is the pouf collection in the hues of green, brick, mustard and beige. These refined poufs embellish any environment with their simple and compact design. Imbib...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Tone On Tone Beige
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Tone on Tone is the pouf collection in the hues of green, brick, mustard and beige. These refined poufs embellish any environment with their simple and compact design. Imbib...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Tone On Tone Mustard
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Tone on Tone is the pouf collection in the hues of green, brick, mustard and beige. These refined poufs embellish any environment with their simple and compact design. Imbib...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Salt & Pepper Limited Edition
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Salt & Pepper is the black velvet pouf with a refined limited edition mélange Salt & Pepper fringe. Unique in its style and numbered one by ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Tone On Tone Perl
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Tone on Tone is the pouf collection in the hues of green, brick, mustard and beige. These refined poufs embellish any environment with their simple and compact design. Imbib...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Bouclè Cream
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Bouclè is an honest, functional piece that brings life and character to any interior setting. The designer Lorenza Briola managed to give a real elegance to the rounded form...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Bouclè Black
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Bouclè is an honest, functional piece that brings life and character to any interior setting. The designer Lorenza Briola managed to give a real elegance to the rounded form...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Graphic Mustard
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Graphic is the collection with a minimal and graphic style, geometric and functional shape, made with top quality materials. IL Pouf Graphic features three white velvet pou...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Graphic Green
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Graphic is the collection with a minimal and graphic style, geometric and functional shape, made with top quality materials. IL Pouf Graphic features three white velvet pou...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Bouclè Carbon
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Bouclè is an honest, functional piece that brings life and character to any interior setting. The designer Lorenza Briola managed to give a real elegance to the rounded form...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Tone On Tone Brick
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Tone on Tone is the pouf collection in the hues of green, brick, mustard and beige. These refined poufs embellish any environment with their simple and compact design. Imbib...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Graphic Brick
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Graphic is the collection with a minimal and graphic style, geometric and functional shape, made with top quality materials. IL Pouf Graphic features three white velvet pou...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Rectangular Coco Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Our bestseller takes a new shape.
Shown here in Mineral, Wool, Bleached Ash, and Medium French Finish Walnut or customize this piece and choose COM/COL.
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Ash, Walnut
Wired Italic Indoor Ottoman by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Wired Italic Indoor Ottoman by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 63.5 x W 64.8 x H 38.1 cm.
Materials: Upholstery and polished chrome.
Indoor lounge chair comprised of solid steel bar, av...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
Wired Ottoman by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Wired Ottoman by Phase Design
Dimensions: Ø 81.3 x H 38.1 cm.
Materials: Polished chrome and leather.
Solid steel bar with upholstered tops. Steel available in gloss or flat black...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
Wired Large Ottoman by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Wired Large Ottoman by Phase Design
Dimensions: Ø 106.7 x H 35.6 cm.
Materials: Smoked brass and upholstery.
Solid steel bar with upholstered tops. Steel available in gloss or flat...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Wired Large Ottoman by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Wired Large Ottoman by Phase Design
Dimensions: Ø 106.7 x H 35.6 cm.
Materials: Powder-coated metal and upholstery.
Solid steel bar with upholstered tops. Steel available in gloss ...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Trax Ottoman by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Trax Ottoman by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 50.8 x W 66 x H 38.1 cm.
Materials: Walnut and leather.
Solid wood legs and armrests with upholstered body, available in walnut, white oa...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Modern ottomans and poufs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern ottomans and poufs 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 ottomans and poufs 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 fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern ottomans and poufs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original ottomans and poufs, popular names associated with this style include Lorenza Bozzoli Design, The Tailored Home, GAN Rugs, and De Sede. 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 ottomans and poufs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $200 and tops out at $61,780 while the average work can sell for $2,436.
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