Mid-20th Century Stainless Steel Ottomans and Poufs
Midcentury Barcelona Ottoman Stool in bright yellow Leather for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona ottoman or stool for Knoll studio. The classic design that helped define Mid-Century Modernism. Premium leather in a Rare bright yellow...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of Two - Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm Stools Model no. 4391
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in New York, NY
Very rare.
Designed by Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm and manufactured by Ivan Schlechter, Denmark.
Canvas is original. Original leather seat pads are not available.
Fram...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 14.57 in W 26.38 in D 19.3 in
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...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Nickel
Rare Barcelona Ottomans by Mies van der Rohe for G.R. Griffith, Original Label
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gerald R. Griffith
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Barcelona ottomans by Gerald R. Griffith for Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, 1960s. By Gerald Griffith for Mies van der Rohe, produced for a short period of time by this Chicago metal...
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Vintage 1960s American Bauhaus Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 14.5 in W 23 in D 21.5 in
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Set of Six Dining Chairs Designed by Warren Platner for Knoll, 20th Century
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Hamburg, PA
An exquisite set of six dining chairs designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. These iconic dining room chairs would look great in any Contemporary, Transitional, or Traditional interio...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Steel
H 28.75 in W 28.5 in D 22 in
Museum Quality Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs with Table
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
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Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We collected this cult-favorite, vintage Mies Van Der Rohe daybed at auction. The stainless steel legs, walnut base, and black leather upholstery are all in excellent condition. See ...
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Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs in Custom Tan Tweed
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Culver City, CA
One of Knoll's most popular designs for the past 70 years, Eero Saarinen's executive armchair is about as timeless and chic as it gets. This current set of 10 we have available are u...
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Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Warren Platner for Knoll International Side Table in Glass and Steel
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll International, coffee table, glass, metal, United States, design 1966, later production
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
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Steel
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Leather and Bronze Bench, Minimal Modern France
By HOLLY HUNT, Christian Liaigre
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Leather and Bronze bench, Minimal Modern France. Cream leather top. Solid metal base. Sleek and minimal with substantial weight. No longer in product...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Minimalist Benches
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Bronze
H 16 in W 60 in D 14 in
Original 1970's Milo Baughman Style Plaid Fabric Parsons Club Chairs by Kaylyn
By Thayer Coggin, Pace Collection, Milo Baughman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Jacqueline Bisset is watering her potted ferns with a yellow pail as the phone rings. She walks away from the hanging macrame pot holders to a white wicker end table, picks up the re...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Fabric
H 30.5 in W 26.63 in D 27.5 in
Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair in Knoll Velvet with Bronze Finish
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Warren Platner for Knoll lounge chair (Model 1715L), upholstered in a gorgeous burgundy (wine) color velvet fabric over a bronze finish frame.
The deep burgundy velve...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 36.5 in D 25.5 in
Warren Platner Large Ottoman / Stool in Blush Pink & Gold Velvet by Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Utrecht, NL
Nickel plated steel Warren Platner ottoman with a blush pink velvet gold lamé shimmer upholstery. This bespoke upholstery is executed from a high end premium fabric brand.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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Desk Office Armchair Designed by Walter Knoll, 1970s
By Rudolf Bernd Glatzel, Walter Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful brown leather armchair designed by Rudolf Bernd Glatzel for Walter Knoll, from the Art collection series.
Structure made of heavy stainless steel, brushed frame and orig...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
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Stainless Steel
1950's Barcelona Style Leather Lounge Chairs by Supreme Industria Argentina
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Fulton, CA
A pair of 1970's era Barcelona style lounge chairs. Supreme Industria Argentina was first original license pre Knoll to exact specifications & dimensions. Faded paper label "Made in ...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Chrome
Pair of Barcelona Style Lounge Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful pair of contemporary lounge chairs feature a heavy chrome frame with leather straps and thick padded orange cushions. The stylish orange tufted upholstery and "X" fram...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Chrome
Early Oval Saarinen for Knoll Coffee Table. Out of Production 54" Walnut Top.
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Kansas City, MO
Early, out of production fifty four inch wide oval coffee table with white tulip base designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll, 1960s. The table features a walnut top and pai...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Iron
H 15.25 in W 54 in D 36.25 in
Joe Colombo ‘Elda’ Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather and Black Fiberglass
By Comfort, Italy, Joe Colombo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Joe Colombo for Comfort, lounge chair model ‘Elda’, fiberglass, leather, Italy, design 1963, later production.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Fiberglass
H 36.23 in W 37.01 in D 39.38 in
Vintage Mid Century GF Davis Allen Oak Desk with Stainless Legs and Trim
By Davis Allen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Oak and Stainless Desk
Designed by Davis Allen and from the Davis Allen Collection.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
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2 Warren Platner Velvet Lounge Chairs with Matching 0ttoman
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in New York, NY
The elegant chairs and ottoman are early production. It is rare to find these many pieces. They are a classic example of classic modern design.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Satin Steel and Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Saporiti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The modern curved shape of this tan leather satin or brushed steel base lounge chair and ottoman make it both comfortable and elegant. The base is strong and masculine and the natura...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Stainless Steel
Pair of Stendig Swivel Stools
By Charles Stendig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of fabulous, bright green heathered felt swivel stools by Stendig with attached tufted cushions and chrome bases. Newly polished and newly upholstered in luxurious Maharam fab...
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs with Ottoman
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Barcelona Chairs with Ottoman, rare early production with brown leather
Germany/USA , 1929/c. 1965
Manufactured by Knoll International
stainless steel, l...
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Vintage 1960s American Chairs
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Stainless Steel
Pair of Mies van Der Rohe Barcelona Ottomans for Knoll International
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Mies van Der Rohe Barcelona Ottomans for Knoll International, Original Oxblood Leather, and straps with a stainless steel frame.
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1st-Gen Knoll 'Barcelona' Stool by Mies Van Der Rohe, c. 1968, Double-Signed
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Lilly Reich
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fantastic collectors example of a double-signed 1st-Generation "original" Barcelona stool / ottoman by Knoll International labelled (on the cushion) and stamped (on the frame) and ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
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1950s French Faux Leather Steel Stool
Located in Marbella, ES
Vintage 1950s French faux leather steel stool.
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Vintage 1950s Footstools
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Stainless Steel
Iconic Barcelona Stool or Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Barcelona stool or ottoman, designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa 1960s. Retains Knoll tag underneath. This is an early version produced by Art Metal - Knol...
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Double Signed Knoll Associates Barcelona Stool by Mies van der Rohe
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This listing is for a highly sought-after-by-collectors Double Signed Generation Knoll Associates Barcelona Stool / Ottoman by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, circa 1968 in original brown ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
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Poul Kjaerhorm Style Stainless and Leather Ottoman/ Stool
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Poul Kjaerhorm style stainless steel and leather ottoman/ stool. New dark brown leather cushion. Retains all of its original plastic feet.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
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Four Midcentury Barcelona Ottomans / Stools in Stainless Steel and Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona ottomans / stools for Knoll. The classic chair that helped define Mid-Century Modernism. This is the highly desirable version produced i...
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Barcelona Chairs & Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International, 1960s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fantastic set of two (2) Barcelona lounge chairs and one (1) Barcelona ottoman by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International.
This set is double-signed, with Knoll Intern...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Stainless Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Warren McArthur Stainless Steel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman, circa 1935-1936, Pair
By Warren McArthur, Warren McArthur Corporation
Located in Camden, ME
A pair of Warren McArthur "Arizona Biltmore" chairs and a single ottoman in stainless steel. This is the 2nd lounge chair Style No. 1002 AUR (Arm Upholstered Round) that he designed ...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
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Stainless Steel
H 32 in W 27 in D 39 in
Harvey Probber Style Biscuit Tufted Grey Velvet and Steel Bench or Ottoman
By Harvey Probber
Located in Miami, FL
Biscuit tufted bench or ottoman stool rendered in grey, gray velvet and mirror polished stainless steel in the style of Harvey Probber
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern George Mulhauser "Mr. Chair" for Plycraft Swivel Ottoman
By Plycraft, George Mulhauser
Located in Wilmington, DE
This piece made by George Mulhauser "Mr. Chair" for Plycraft. Features a molded bentwood shell, rare stainless steel "star" base, and what we believe to be Naugahyde or leather tufte...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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H 15.5 in W 25 in D 21 in
Michel Boyer, "X" Stool, Stainless Steel and Brown Leather Cushion, 1968, French
By Michel Boyer
Located in High Point, NC
An elegant "X" stool. Base made of a single sheet of stainless steel bent into shape. Placed on top is a cushion upholstered in deep brown leather. Executed circa 1968 by Rouve, Pari...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 16.15 in W 19.69 in L 16.15 in
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Stool in Original Leather, 1965
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Barcelona stool by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll,
USA, circa 1960s.
Stainless steel, original cognac leather.
Measures: 12 in. H x 23 in. W x 24 in. D.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Toadstool, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Rare toadstool by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in shearling wool.
Manufacturer's label to underside.
USA, circa 1950s.
Measures: 21 D x 17 H in.
Wood, stainless steel, white w...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
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Stainless Steel
Ekornes Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Mid-Century Modern chair and ottoman by Ekornes featuring tufted leather upholstery. This chair reclines and swivels.
Ottoman dimensions: 21" W x 17.5" D x 14.5 H.
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Early Barcelona Style Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Barcelona style lounge chair pair and ottoman in caramel Naugahyde, circa 1960s. All straps in exceptional condition and no rips, tears, or holes in Naugahyde. A very nice reproducti...
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Brueton Chrome Base X-Bench in Midnight Blue Mohair
By Brueton
Located in Wilton, CT
Stunning one of a kind vintage piece. Using the Brueton base of a table, we've created a gorgeous modernist inspired X-bench. Simple upholstery defines a Minimalist look and the midn...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
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Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chairs and Stool
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
LUDWIG MIES VAN DER ROHE
Barcelona chairs, pair
Barcelona footstool
Knoll International
Germany/USA, 1929/c. 1960s
stainless steel, leather
30.5 w x 30.5 d x 29.5 h inches ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Stainless Steel
Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Ottomans for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Loves Park, IL
A pair of "Barcelona" ottomans in black leather designed by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll. Both are labeled. The supporting straps are in great condition. The seat cushions show som...
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Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs
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Stainless Steel
Early Production Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
This is an early example of the iconic lounge chair and ottoman designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller. An item for collectors of original condition pieces, it feature...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Stainless Steel
H 32.5 in W 32.5 in D 34 in
Stool "PK33" designed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stool model PK33 with steel frame and cushion in original black leather.
Designed by Poul Kjærholm, 1958. Manufactured and marked E. Kold Christensen.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
1959 Globe Armchair by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Couzon au Mont d'Or, FR
A beautiful globe armchair designed by Pierre Paulin in 1959 and edited by Artifort.
I've chosen a beautiful blue tissue.
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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair by Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Highland, IN
Saarinen's iconic and incredibly comfortable womb chair and ottoman upholstered in persimmon "cuddle cloth" fabric by Knoll.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Stainless Steel, Chrome
Leather and Chrome Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Leather & Chrome Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Milo Baughman for Directional Furniture Co.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Stainless Steel, Chrome
Barcelona Stools by Mies Van Der Rohe
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of early ottomans by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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Stainless Steel
Sling Barcelona Ottoman
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in San Francisco, CA
Created by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich in 1929 for the German Pavilion at the International Exposition hosted by Barcelona, Spain, later to be called the Barcelona chair...
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Eero Saarinen womb chair and ottoman in cato fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Highland, IN
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Stainless Steel, Chrome
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe stainless Barcelona stool by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Highland, IN
Mies' Barcelona stool is often incorrectly called an ottoman. While one can certainly use it as a foot rest, Mies was rather emphatic that he designed it not as an ottoman, but rathe...
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Vintage 1960s American International Style Stools
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Stainless Steel
IRWIN & ESTELLE LAVERNE
Located in Chicago, IL
Laverne for Laverne International, Ottoman, From the Architectural Group One.
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Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Mies Van De Rohe Knoll Barcelona Ottoman
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Mies Van De Rohe for Knoll Barcelona ottoman circa early 1960's. This example has a stainless steel frame and is upholstered in chocolate brown leather. Excellent restored condition....
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Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Harry Bertoia Bird Chair and Ottoman for Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sculpted and welded chrome mesh chair and ottoman, sleigh runner supports. This is an older 1960's version of this chair
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Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
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Stainless Steel, Chrome
Chrome and Mohair Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Triangular chrome base supports a round cushion upholstered in grey mohair. Second ottoman is available
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Vintage 1960s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
KNOLL BARCELONA STOOLS/OTTOMANS (2)
Located in Cathedral City, CA
DESIGNED BY MIES VAN DER ROHE.
LUXURIOUS AND PRACTICAL.
LUXURIOUS AND PRACTICAL.
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Vintage 1930s Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rare Ottomans by Florence Knoll
Located in Ferndale, MI
Extremely rare pair of upholstered ottomans with high polished chrome plated steel frames designed by Florence Knoll in 1954 for the CBS Executive offices in New York City. Fully sig...
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Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs
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Stainless Steel, Chrome
Harry Bertoia Large Diamond chair and ottoman by Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bertoia Large Diamond chair and ottoman about 10 years old with blue ultrasuede cover and "rocking" bushings on chair with desirable chrome frame. ottoman dimentions 14.5 Hx 23.25 w...
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Vintage 1950s American Chairs
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Stainless Steel, Chrome
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Mid-20th Century Stainless Steel Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of mid-20th century stainless steel ottomans and poufs is available at 1stDibs. Mid-20th century stainless steel ottomans and poufs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Some mid-20th century stainless steel ottomans and poufs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller mid-20th century stainless steel ottomans and poufs, measuring 1 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Many mid-20th century stainless steel ottomans and poufs are appealing in their simplicity, but Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Eero Saarinen produced popular mid-20th century stainless steel ottomans and poufs that are worth a look.
How Much are Mid-20th Century Stainless Steel Ottomans and Poufs?
Prices for mid-20th century stainless steel ottomans and poufs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, mid-20th century stainless steel ottomans and poufs begin at $395 and can go as high as $17,500, while the average can fetch as much as $4,200.
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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