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Saporiti Onda Lounge Chair and Ottoman Suede, Italy, 1970
By Saporiti
Located in Chicago, IL
Saporiti Onda lounge chairs Suede, Italy, 1970. Original excellent condition. Ottomans measure 28.5" wide x 21" deep x 15.5" tall.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mint Couture Geometric Wien Pouf
By Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
The perfect pouf in a high-design lounge area, this piece features 100% Trevira velvet upholstery and viscose fringe cut to different lengths in a geometric pattern. Additional color...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Customizable Tacchini Torus by Umberto Bellardi Ricci
By Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
In the factory that produces his prototypes, Umberto Bellardi Ricci sees for the first time the elbows of the ventilation ducts, joined in groups of four and wrapped in crossed ropes...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
In stock in Los Angeles, Blue Velvet Pouf, Designed by Marco Zito, Made in Italy
By Marco Zito
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Used as a central seat or alongside a sofa, this velvet Pouf i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
H 18.12 in W 25.99 in D 18.12 in
‘Cusi’ Pouf in Paon Mohair
By Daniel Nikolovski and Danu Chirinciuc
Located in Concordia Sagittaria, Veneto
This fun yet classic pouf is indeed a celebration of the Romanian sculptor Constantin Brâncusi’s contribution to modernism, referencing one of his most celebrated work, Infinite Colu...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Zanotta Small Sacco in Blue Vip Fabric by Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro
By Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro, Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Small Sacco in Blue Vip Fabric by Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro
Anatomical easy-chair. Envelope containing highly resistant expanded polystyrene pellets. Outdoor cover in Vip (a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Tacchini Spin Ottoman in Blue Delphinum Fabric by Claesson Koivisto Rune
By Tacchini, Claesson Koivisto Rune
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Spin is a family of ottomans which resumes a technique such as “random” stitching, already applied in the Doodle chairs by designers Claesson Koivisto Rune, that traces soft and play...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Zanotta Medium Sacco in Blue Vip Fabric by Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro
By Zanotta, Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Medium Sacco in Blue Vip Fabric by Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro
Anatomical easy-chair. Envelope containing highly resistant expanded polystyrene pellets. Outdoor cover in Vip (al...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Geo Small Pouf in Seventy Blue Upholstery & Satin Brass Legs by Paolo Grasselli
By Paolo Grasselli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Geo pouf is an accessory that can be placed in any home and contract environment. It is a versatile element that can connect with diverse styles with a simple change of upholstery an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
H 14.97 in Dm 23.63 in
Mario Bellini Stardust Illuminated Pouf for Meritalia
By Meritalia, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning woven palstic pouf by Mario Bellini with built in LED lights. Made for Meritalia in 2000s. Original label still attached. Mesh pouf is filled with hundreds of air filled shi...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Plastic
Oversized and Exaggerated Blue Upholstered Wing Chair and Ottoman C 1900
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An oversized and exaggerated blue upholstered wing chair and ottoman C 1900 with gilt carved feet. A statement piece for sure!.
Ottoman: 25"H x 33" W x 27"D.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wood
Turquoise Blue Bao Ottoman by Viola Tonucci
By Manifestodesign
Located in Milan, IT
A fabulously stylish accessory that is made from a sewn leather hide which has then been folded like origami to set its shape, this unique ottoman will suit any modern decor in your ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Circular Stool in Gunmetal and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The elegance and simplicity of the Circular Table Collection extends to a casual seat.
A sturdy but agile floating presence is created by the stool’s base, made from circular sect...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Honey Pouf in Vip Avant Après Blue Upholstery by Fabio Calvi & Paolo Brambilla
By Fabio Calvi and Paolo Brambilla, Saba Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Eclectic by nature, the Honey pouf appears to be a small hexagonal cell that adapts to the needs of the moment. Honey features a seamless modular design, and the various elements can...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
H 13.78 in W 31.5 in D 27.56 in
Emerald and Sea Foam Couture Geometric Bicolor Pouf
By Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
Create a lush and relaxed vibe with this pouf in two different shades of green. Imbibing any space with a natural appeal, the pouf is upholstered in velvet 100% trevira and wrapped i...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Circular Stool in Bronze and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The elegance and simplicity of the circular table collection extends to a casual seat.
A sturdy but agile floating presence is created by the stool’s base, made from circular sect...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Italian Blue Velvet Brass Legs Footstools
Located in IT
Mid-century Italian blue velvet brass legs footstools
Quantity Available : 2
These ottomans have been reupholstered by hand with blue velvet and re-padded according to the original s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Brass
Couture Light Blue Pouf with Geometric Fringe by Lorenza Bozzoli Design
By Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
Marked by original design and vibrant colors, the tall and slender beech wood frame of this pouf supports the seat cushion, filled with synthetic padding and upholstered in a delicat...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile, Beech
H 18.12 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Emerald Couture Geometric Tie Pouf
By Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
Nearly monochromatic, this pouf in emerald, sea foam and grass green is accented with unabashedly pink stripes, inspired by neckties. On a beechwood base, the pouf is topped with vel...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Sling Ottoman in Solid Walnut, Satin Nickel and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
A club chair anchors a living space and gives it personality. Seen from across a room, it invites relaxation, contemplation, and introspection while setting the mood. The Sling chair...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Furoshiki Medium Pouf in Blue Upholstery by E-GGS
By E-GGS, Miniforms
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Furoshiki is an interplay of patterns and colours. The fabric upholstery covers the padded seat with precise geometries and an unequivocally oriental delicacy. The seams become sarto...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Baloo Set of Blue Armchair and Pouf by Radice & Orlandini
By Radice Orlandini, MyHome Collection
Located in Milan, IT
A seductive interplay of plump volumes and curves defines the plush look of this armchair and pouf set upholstered with blue peachskin fabric. Both pieces have their wooden frames st...
Category
2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Textile
Marrakech Low Bluette Pouf by Enrico Cesana
By Enrico Cesana, MyHome Collection
Located in Milan, IT
Evocative of the blue alleyways in Marrakech, this pouf has its cylindrical silhouette enchantingly enlivened by the raw-stitch detailing marking the whole fabric upholstery for an i...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Bean Couture Geometric Bench
By Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
This thoroughly modern bench has a funky style reminiscent of the 1960s. Made from a beach wood structure, its seat is covered in pure velvet, while a festive, multi-colored, viscose...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Circular Stool in Satin Brass and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The elegance and simplicity of the Circular Table Collection extends to a casual seat.
A sturdy but agile floating presence is created by the stool’s base, made from circular sect...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Chromosome x Blue Pouf by Denis Santachiara
By Baleri Italia
Located in Milan, IT
One part of an indissoluble duo, this pouf is made of CFC-free, flexible polyurethane, with a firm internal structure and plastic base. A blue bi-stretch fabric covers the distinctiv...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Other
Green and Orange Couture Geometric Wien Pouf
By Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
Emerald and sea foam green meet with splashes of orange in this brilliant pouf from the Couture Geometric Collection. On a painted beechwood base, the pouf is topped with Trevira vel...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Botera Small Pouf in Foam with Ultramarine Blue Upholstery by E-GGS
By E-GGS, Miniforms
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Botera was born to be comfortable, everywhere. To better exploit the volumes of the armchair in all situations, we have made it an entire family of modular upholstered items, amplify...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Venere Blue Pouf
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
This pouf is a superbly functional yet versatile accent piece for a modern decor, best showcased in a living room, bedroom, lounge, or children's room. The sleek design is enriched b...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Azucena Cilindro Ottoman Brass Finish by Luigi Caccia Dominioni
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Novedrate, IT
When your eye catches the Cilindro ottoman for the very first time it looks remarkably familiar. The reason is simple: Luigi Caccia Dominioni’s acclaimed, Classic design was populari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair
Baleri Italia Tato Bean Pouf in Blue Indigo by Enrico Baleri
By Baleri Italia, Enrico Baleri
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This family of minimalist objects, whose ancestor is Tato, emphasizes whatever is strongly visual and chromatic, without of course overlooking the functional. They are at their best ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Couture Geometric Deco Blue Pouf
By Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
Part of a series of elegant ottomans inspired by the luxurious flair of Art Deco style, this ottoman will be a precious addition to a modern interior, providing extra seating or a st...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Green and Red Couture Geometric Flo Rectangular Pouf
By Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
A unique pouf with a myriad of fringes of different lengths and colors that give this piece an original geometric motif. Its seat is padded internally with synthetic material and on ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Haulm Blue Pouf
By Badari Lighting
Located in Milan, IT
This exclusive pouf exudes old, Art Deco glamour, making it a sublime complement for a wide variety of modern settings. Sitting on a luminous metal base boasting a golden finish, its...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Decò Couture Geometric Purple and Green Ottoman
By Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
Each bespoke piece is stamped at the bottom of the lining of the pouf, signed, numbered and dated personally by the designer Lorenza Bozzoli. The original authenticity of each produc...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Couture Geometric Wien Blue Ottoman
By Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
Exuding repose and composure, this Art Deco couture pouf stands out for its soft-colored fringes brilliantly contrasting with a solid cobalt blue velvet cushion. The fringes, in vari...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Navy Blue Big Bao Ottoman
By Manifestodesign
Located in Milan, IT
A comfortable and delightfully original addition to your favorite sitting area, this fashionable and stylish ottoman is made from a sewn leather hide which has then been folded like ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Brass Blue Velvet Midcentury Design Ottomans
Located in Zaventem, Belgium
Pair of brass midcentury design Italian origin ottomans. New blue colored velvet upholstery, 1950, Italy.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Ottoman Composition Made of 1 Central Element and 8 Lateral Elements
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’.
The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality.
A constant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 17.33 in W 78.75 in D 78.75 in
Beautiful Ottoman Frame in Solid Timber and Wood Composed of Nine Units
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’.
The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality.
A constant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Leather, Fabric
H 17.33 in W 78.75 in D 78.75 in
Promemoria Coccolino Pouf in Fabric and Wood Base by Romeo Sozzi
By Promemoria
Located in Valmadrera (LC), IT
The piece being shown is the Coccolino, a pouf available in non-aggressive bright colors, due to Romeo Sozzi being a color specialist: He loves colors, studies them and notes them do...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Promemoria Coccolone Pouf in Wood and Fabric by Romeo Sozzi
By Promemoria
Located in Valmadrera (LC), IT
The piece being shown is the Coccolone, a pouf available in non-aggressive bright colors, due to Romeo Sozzi being a color specialist: He loves colors, studies them and notes them do...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mondrian Blue Pouf in Leather and Glossy Brass and Lacquered Iron, Made in Italy
By Nicola Falcone
Located in Firenze, IT
Mondrian blue pouf by Nicola Falcone
This pouf is composed of a padded cushion upholstered in blue leather with four large buttons in black leather resting atop a linear base of p...
Category
2010s Italian Other Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Iron, Brass
H 27.56 in W 25.6 in D 15.75 in
Gufram Bloom Pouf by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Gufram Furniture
Located in Norwich, GB
The 'Bloom' pouf is the latest Gufram icon born from the genius of Moooi founder Marcel Wanders. These four variations, created in perfect harmony with the company's dreamlike spirit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polystyrene
Zanotta Large Sacco in Blue Vip Fabric by Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro
By Zanotta, Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Large Sacco in Blue Vip Fabric by Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro
Anatomical easy-chair. Envelope containing highly resistant expanded polystyrene pellets. Outdoor cover in Vip (a...
Category
20th Century Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Saporiti Onda Lounge Chairs Suede, Italy, 1970
By Saporiti
Located in Chicago, IL
Saporiti Onda lounge chairs Suede, Italy 1970. Original excellent condition. Ottomans measure 28.5" wide x 21" deep x 15.5" tall.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1950s Mid-Century Modern Blue Velvet and Brass Big Round Pouf
By Gigi Radice
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A large Italian round pouf also usable as a coffee table, it has been recently upholstered with a blue velvet, blue color is typical of the period. Brass feet are in original patina.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Turquoise Velvet and Brass Huge Italian Pouf
By Gigi Radice
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An amazing upholstered blue turquoise velvet and brass pouf, given the big size it can be used also a side table.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Tacchini Set of two Leather Trifoglio Ottomans designed by Pietro Arosio
By Tacchini, Pietro Arosio
Located in New York, NY
A system of puffes of compact dimensions designed with a shape which allows an infinite number of combinations, spontaneous and elegant. The covers are fully removable.
TRIFOGLIO P...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
H 14.18 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
Tacchini Set of two Leather Trifoglio Ottomans designed by Pietro Arosio
By Tacchini, Pietro Arosio
Located in New York, NY
A system of puffes of compact dimensions designed with a shape which allows an infinite number of combinations, spontaneous and elegant. The covers are fully removable.
TRIFOGLIO P...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
H 14.18 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
Vittorio Livi Onda Incisa Stool for Fiam
By Vittorio Livi, FIAM
Located in Chicago, IL
Onda incisa glass stool by Vittorio Livi for Fiam Italia, circa 1970s. Designed in 1973. Curved single sheet of glass with incised etched grid design. Curvaceous waterfall form. Orig...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Glass
Midcentury Cerulean Blue Velvet Ottoman with Brass Legs, Italy, 1950s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in brass and velvet.
It may show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but since it has been recently reupholstered, it can be considered as in excellent condition and ready...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Soriana Ottomans by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
A pair of Soriana ottomans by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, circa 1970. This pair has been professionally restored.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Italian Velvet and Brass Poufs
Located in Miami, FL
A gorgeous pair of accent poufs in two tones of blue, teal and aqua, with brass trim.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of High or Low Italian Velvet and Brass Poufs
Located in Miami, FL
Two-tone of Italian velvet, peacock and teal blue, the high or low oval shape of the poufs, plus the brass trim, create a spectacular accent to your room.
Measures: High pouf is 22”...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Baleri Italia Lunella Patagonia Pouf in Light Blue by Enrico Baleri
By Enrico Baleri, Baleri Italia
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Flexible stackable seating in lens shape in flexible polyurethane, cold-processed without CDC, with a support base. The removable cover is in bi-elastic fabric.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Baleri Italia Chromosome X Pouf in Blue Fabric by Denis Santachiara
By Denis Santachiara, Baleri Italia
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Padded seats with a flexible molded polyurethane memory foam structure and a rigid internal frame. The fabric version has fully removable covers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Hollywood Regency Italian Brass Campaign Stool in the Style of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Italian brass campaign stool in the Hollywood Regency style with blue velvet upholstery and ram's head and hoof motifs from, circa 1950. This stool has been fully restored and newly ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Stools
Materials
Brass
H 21.5 in W 22 in D 19.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Curved Lines Benches Covered in Blue Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern pair of curved lines benches,
Reupholstered in a blue fabric.
Metal legs, probably Italian design.
Perfect condition.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet
H 18.5 in W 39.75 in D 18.13 in
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs and Ottoman in Turquoise Velvet, Mid-Century
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of armchairs and ottoman in turquoise velvet.
Here is a great pair of Art Deco armchairs in a great bright blue velvet fabric with a raised printed texture throughout. The fabr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
H 31 in W 23.25 in D 24.25 in
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Blue Italian Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of blue italian ottomans and poufs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique blue italian ottomans and poufs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, metal and textile. Find 8 antique and vintage blue italian ottomans and poufs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 37 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Blue italian ottomans and poufs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Blue italian ottomans and poufs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Large blue italian ottomans and poufs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller blue italian ottomans and poufs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 10.75 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Blue italian ottomans and poufs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Lorenza Bozzoli Design, Tacchini and BassamFellows are consistently popular.
How Much are Blue Italian Ottomans and Poufs?
Blue italian ottomans and poufs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,994, while the lowest priced sells for $317 and the highest can go for as much as $23,220.
Finding the Right Ottomans and Poufs for You
Antique and vintage ottomans and poufs add comfort and style to any living room, game room, home office or minimalist lounge space. An ottoman is a short seat or footstool that is also often used to store items. A pouf is similar, but it’s typically more petite than an ottoman, usually without the storage space inside.
When one thinks of the Ottoman Empire, it’s easy to overlook the iconic seat named for the region. The ottoman — originally an upholstered seat or small bench without a back or arms — was a family’s main seating furniture, a way to merge floor seating with cushions and mats. It wasn’t until they were brought to Europe from Turkey, during the 18th century, that it became popular to join ottomans with other pieces of furniture, such as at the base of a chair. Eventually, these footrests were transformed into storage furnishings to organize quilts and blankets or other textiles. Furniture makers crafted their ottomans with lids that revealed a hidden cupboard, which rendered them both comfortable and practical.
Poufs, which appeared in France during the 1840s, are also of the low-platform seating variety. These versatile furnishings have been made available in all manner of shapes and sizes over time, and depending upon their firmness can be used as a side table should an occasion call for an extra one. However, your average ottoman is almost always firmer than a pouf, and even if the plush pouf in your living room feels sturdy, it’s probably not the best surface for your early-evening cocktail.
Both ottomans and poufs can help create an inviting and warm atmosphere in your living space. For the smaller rooms that are characterized by a casual feel, a shaggy or woven wool pouf might be a better choice, as it’s likely to be more compact and floor-cushion-like than an ottoman. The latter are often larger and more table-like and are comparatively a good fit for a more formal room such as a library or a study. Today, you might find that an ottoman works well in your bedroom, where there isn’t room for a sofa, or perhaps it can serve as a reliable perch in front of your vintage vanity table.
Whatever your seating needs are, find a collection of antique, new and vintage ottomans and poufs in varying styles on 1stDibs that include neoclassical, Industrial and mid-century modern. From the bright colors and bold patterns deployed by Milan-born designer Lorenza Bozzoli to the classy leather furnishings created at family-run Brooklyn, New York, atelier Moses Nadel, there is an endless range of these lovable low stools that merge seamlessly with most decor.
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