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Vintage Brass "Poufs" by Marge Carson
By Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful pair of vintage brass poufs / ottomans designed by Marge Carson in United States, circa 1970s. These poufs have been professionally reupholstered in custom velvet. Each pou...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Cut Velvet Floor Pouf and Ottoman
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our small pouf can be used as a seat or an ottoman. Shown in Zinc Grimaldi Moonbeam. Made in our studio in Norwalk, CT.
Measurements:
Overall: 21”Dia. x 15”H
Price As Shown: $1,20...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Large Thick Lucite Mid-Modern Waterfall Bench Or Ottoman
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Thick Lucite mid-modern waterfall bench or ottoman
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Lucite
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 living or family rooms, ideal for e...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
George Mulhauser Leather Ottoman Chrome Star Base for Plycraft
By Plycraft, George Mulhauser
Located in Munich, DE
Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft´, USA, 1960s. Steel and faux black leather.
Measures: H 40 x W 54 x D 61 cm.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Sculptura Ottoman by Russell Woodard, C1960
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and totally restored pair of hard to find Sculptura Ottomans by Russell Woodard. Sand blasted and powder coated with new plastic glides. In a silver finish. Can be parcel po...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Ottomans by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons
By Simmons Company Furniture, Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Art Deco ottomans or stools by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons furniture company are brushed steel with re-upholstered gray vinyl tops.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Doric Stool in Light Walnut with Grey Blue Corduroy
By Steven Bukowski
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Doric stool is a versatile and elegant piece, which has found its place in museums, offices, and homes. The brutalist, monolithic legs suggest ancient columns found around the wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Hardwood, Oak
Pair of Baker Furniture Co. Large Sculpted Form 70's or 80's Ottomans or Poufs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Baker Furniture Company sculpted ottomans or poufs circa late 1970s or early 1980s with vintage Chintz floral and rope welt upholstery. I think the form of these are stunning...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
H 18 in W 24 in D 24 in
1980s Art Deco Revival Souffle Ottoman With Casters in the Karl Springer Style
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Hollywood Regency / 1980s Art Deco Revival Souffle Ottoman Pouf With Casters in the Karl Springer Style.
Features the original cream upholstery with gold dots and brass plat...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 18 in W 24 in D 24 in
Orsini Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Satin Brass Orsini ottoman by Lawson-Fenning. The Orsini Ottoman features a brushed brass base with cap feet and an upholstered seat. Shown here with satin brass base and upholstered...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Mushroom Ottoman in Gray Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a gray curly boucle fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Junior Ottoman X by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Encased in a magnificent shearling coat, this Moses Nadel Ottoman X Junior can be used as an ottoman or simply an everyday item with its unique abstractness. Admire the detail of the...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966
Custom gray leather (original); original nickel finish. Ottoman retains original clear acrylic feet. The maste...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Nickel
River Stool in Cream with Boucle
By Konekt
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by stones shaped and polished by ever-evolving bodies of water, the River Stool presents a sculptural, asymmetrical form made up of soft curves and lines. The stool is exper...
Category
2010s American Stools
Materials
Fiberglass
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Beata Heuman Willow Linen Cotton
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding natura...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Petite Paul Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Petite Paul ottoman features a round solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is des...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Pair of Faux Bamboo Ottomans Benches Stools Birds New Upholstery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage faux bamboo ottomans, benches, stools. Newly upholstered in a bird fabric. Original wood finish. No damage or defects. Dimensions: 21.5 H x 27.5 W x 27.5 D.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo
H 21.5 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in
1980 Swivel Two Toned Ottomans, a Pair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Staten Island, NY
A pair of swivel ottomans made of ultrasuede from the 1980s.
Each ottoman has the top part which is in beige white color and the bottom base is in grayish green color. The legs of...
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Ultrasuede
Outdoor Aluminum and Faux Leather Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
A simply but chic 20th century American industrial aluminum bench with a custom faux leather upholstered outdoor cushion. The perfect bench by your pool, or ottoman in front of an ou...
Category
20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
White Mohair Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgerous custom made mohair ottoman with a light wooden base.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair, Upholstery
Eggplant Leather Barcelona Chair and Ottoman by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed in 1929, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's Barcelona chair remains an icon of modernist chair design. This chair and ottoman, later Knoll productions, feature hand-polished premium...
Category
20th Century American Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
off White Pair of Outdoor Ottoman by Keller Scroll of Miami
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1960’s off white lacquered aluminum and vinyl strapping design by Keller Scroll of Miami.
Dining table and four chairs available also.
This are in great condition with mi...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Other
DIA Design Institute of America Mid-Century Cantilever Design Chrome
By Design Institute America
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century cantilever design footstool with a curved square chrome tube base supporting a rectangular beige upholstered top with a faint floral pattern. (DIA DESIGN INSTITU...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Set of 3 Brown Jordan American Mid-Century Outdoor Aluminum Beach / Sand Chairs
By Brown Jordan
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American mid-century outdoor aluminum beach / sand chairs with latticed backs and seats in an aluminum frame that sits low to the ground. (BROWN JORDAN)(PRICED AS PAIR)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 20 in W 23 in D 28 in
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Beata Heuman Marbleized Velvet
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding natura...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
2 Pairs of John Salterini American Mid-Century Iron Outdoor Ottomans
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
2 Pairs of American mid-century iron outdoor ottomans with a curved lattice structure supported by four posts topped with gilt ball finials and an x-base (missing cushions). (JOHN SA...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Capper Bench by Phase Design, Fabric
By Phase Design, Reza Feiz
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Listed price is for the Capper Bench- 56" and Comfort Zone by HBF fabric.
COM is also available, with a List price of $ 3,850.00.
Prices exclude packing.
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Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Fabric
Selig Grey Fabric Upholstery and Brass Scoop Chair Footstool
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century scoop chair footstool with a faintly striped grey upholstered rectangular top resting on a brass stretcher base. (SELIG)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Arc Pouf, Blue Bouclé by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An ideal occasional seating option. Using the cast brass legs from our Arc Sofa, we have created this ottoman. The ottoman has been covered in a blue bouclé fabric. The ottoman can a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
1950s Style Edward Wormley Dunbar Round Gray Sectioned Bench
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s round gray bench four triangular sections
Velvet on square bronze Lucite legs
unmarked, style of Edward Wormley Dunbar USA
15.5 height x 34 in diameter.
Fresh new upholstery- r...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Capper Bench by Phase Design, Fabric
By Reza Feiz, Phase Design
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Listed price is for the capper bench- 84" and comfort zone by HBF fabric.
COM is also available, with a List price of $ 4,870.00.
Prices exclude packing.
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Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Fabric
Vintage Brass Poufs by Marge Carson, Set of 2
By Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful pair of vintage brass poufs/ottomans designed by Marge Carson in the United States, circa 1970s. Each pouf features a brass base, and each cushion seems to have the design ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Mid Century Iron Stool
By Paul McCobb
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb mid century iron stool.
This stool measures: 21 wide x 21 deep x 18 inches high.
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition. That...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
Large Boucle Clad Ottoman in the Style of Kagan, Lucite Legs
Located in East Hampton, NY
Simple and classic design for this square ottoman in fresh boucle fabric and on two lucite legs. Clean and perfect for any design and decor.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Lucite
White Hide and Matte Black 'Tambour' Round Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White hide and matte black 'Tambour' round ottoman by Design Frères. Upholstered firm for use as an ottoman / coffee table. Great for dens / media rooms, with books, tray... or feet!.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Ottoman Pouf in the Style of William "Billy" Haines
By Dorothy Draper, William Billy Haines, Grosfeld House, James Mont
Located in Houston, TX
Midcentury ottoman pouf in the style of William "Billy" Haines. This charming 32 inch round poof is newly upholstered in plush white bouclè fabric with a large center button. This ve...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé
Ottoman Seat / Handmade Graffititextile Modern / Contemporary Plastered Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
JMS x MRS BX NO. 1 - PLASTER
J.M. Szymanski
d. 2022
100% of money collected from this unique collection will be given to Destination Tomorrow which is a grassroots agency and the ...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Steel
H 18 in W 28 in D 28 in
Pair of 1970's Hollywood Regency Marge Carson Poufs
By Marge Carson
Located in Burbank, CA
Pair of vintage Hollywood Regency ottoman poufs for sale. Manufactured in the 1970's by Marge Carson, and have been reupholstered in a beautiful designer fabric. They have a brass pl...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Chic White Hide and Blackened Steel 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tambour ottoman is a welcome change from the traditional coffee table. This inviting, versatile piece can be used to sit, relax, but also as a regular coffee table: Just add a la...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Felted Wool Pillow with Grey Ribbon by JG Switzer
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Felted wool fabric made in our workshop, each one one-of-a-kind from our painterly felted wool. Fabric ribbon design is "painted with wool" in JG SWITZER's California workshop.
F...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Swivel Clear Lucite Waterfall Vanity Stool by Charles Hollis Jones
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charles Hollis Jones "Waterfall" vanity stool.
Has been professionally reupholstered in a light chenille fabric with gold flecks.
Gold castor legs all roll smoothly.
Swivel base...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Lucite
Upholstered English Scalloped Style Chair with an Ottoman, 20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
English Scalloped style chair with a serpentine front and upholstered in off white damask with ottoman, 20th Century. Dimensions: Ottoman – 23” D x 16” H x 26” W - Dimensions: Chair ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Stool or Ottoman by Busk+Hertzog for Nienkamper
By Nienkamper
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Moment Stool or Ottoman designed by Busk+Hertzog for Nienkamper is a modern and versatile piece of furniture that combines comfort, functionality, and style. Its innovative desig...
Category
2010s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Foam
Sheep Cube in Shetland Grey by JG Switzer
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Felted wool fabric made in our workshop, each one one-of-a-kind from our painterly felted wool over a finely upholstered ottoman with wood legs.
The ottoman is manufactured in Por...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Diamond Ottoman 22"Ø in Slate Blue 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 designed to function as a tra...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
1980s Barcelona Foot Stool White Leather & Chrome style Mies Van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Barcelona ottoman stool in white leather and chrome designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.
Unmarked
16.5H x 21.5 D x 23.5 W
Original preowned vintage unrestored condition.
Plea...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
H 16.5 in W 23.5 in D 21.5 in
Pair of Poufs by Directional
By Directional
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1980’s ottoman poufs designed by Directional.
Newly recovered in a jersey fabric.
Measurements: 24” Diameter, 18” High.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Purple Spotted Pouf Ottoman
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Giant pouf ottoman, sturdy enough to sit on or to support a small tray. Fabric is a traditional Turkish Dot design with a modern twist. A contrasting boucle ground features lusciousl...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
Pair of Round Mid-Century Modern His & Her Poufs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Pair of newly upholstered poufs with one a bit smaller than the other. They swivel too. Smaller of the two dimension are 21 W x 19 H. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Pair of Polish Brass and Fabric Poufs by Weiman Company
By Weiman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous pair of polish brass and fabric on casters poufs by Weiman Company.
This came out of a Steve Chase design estate and are in beautiful original condition.
Measurements: 23...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Milo Baughman Parsons Style Upholstered Ottoman
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman, Billy Baldwin
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning midcentury Milo Baughman Parsons style upholstered ottoman. This gorgeous Hollywood Regency Parsons ottoman or bench has been professionally upholstered in a designer plush ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Benches
Materials
Bouclé
Pair of Waterfall Ottomans by Thayer Coggin, Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Thayer Coggin
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Pair of upholstered waterfall ottomans/ stools/ petite benches by Thayer Coggin and likely designed by Milo Baughman. What makes these unique is the chrome stretcher which runs under...
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
Banded Ottoman 18" in White 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 to function as a traditional ...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
14"Ø Ottoman X in Dune Color Shearling by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Round, sculptural and uniquely abstract, crafted with our plushest shearling, the Ottoman X is the coziest of our ottoman collection.
Construction: Handcrafted to order in Long Is...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Leather
Upholstered Cube Ottoman
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
The perfect square that can be customized in size, fabric, and wood finish. Built in solid hard maple topped with a cotton/dacron wrapped foam making it firm, yet comfortable.
Meas...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Linen
Elegant Large Ottoman with Cerused Finish
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large, elegant ottoman in the style of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. Cabriolet legs with new cerused finish, new light grey upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Chic White Hide and Blackened Steel 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tambour ottoman is a welcome change from the traditional coffee table. This inviting, versatile piece can be used to sit, relax, but also as a regular coffee table: Just add a la...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Elegant Club Chair and Ottoman by Geoffrey Bradfield in a Moss Green Velour
Located in Bronx, NY
Elegant club chair and ottoman by Geoffrey Bradfield in a moss green velour. The sleek and very comfortable club chair will compliment any style. The matching ottoman is 23" wide, 20...
Category
2010s North American Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet
H 35.75 in W 28.75 in D 35 in
Ottoman X 18"Ø in Grey Sheepskin by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured in shearling, the Ottoman X is inspired by fundamental geometry. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are designed to function as a traditional leg rest, add ...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Leather
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Gray North American Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of gray north american ottomans and poufs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique gray north american ottomans and poufs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, metal and upholstery. Find 233 antique and vintage gray north american ottomans and poufs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 84 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Gray north american ottomans and poufs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Gray north american ottomans and poufs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Some gray north american ottomans and poufs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller gray north american ottomans and poufs, measuring 1 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made gray north american ottomans and poufs over the years, but those made by Milo Baughman, Knoll and Montage are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Gray North American Ottomans and Poufs?
Prices for gray north american ottomans and poufs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, gray north american ottomans and poufs begin at $48 and can go as high as $28,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.
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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