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Set of Five Chic Iron and Velvet Stools, France, circa 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Elegant set of five hammered iron Curule stools, the seats upholstered in blue and yellow velvet. Four of the stools have a black finish, and the fifth one has a gold finish with ora...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Stools

Materials

Metal

Maison Jansen Attributed Ottomans In Donghia Velvet Fabric
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
1970's Maison Jansen attributed silverplated legs ottomans newly re-upholstered in Donghia Castanets velvet fabric, in vintage condition with some wear and patina to the legs, fully ...
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

Mark Bankowsky, Pieds de Bouc, Stool, France
By Marc Bankowsky
Located in New York, NY
This surrealistic stool, which rests on silver or bronze legs modeled after a goat's, and is upholstered in lamb's wool, is a successful new take on a centuries-old tradition: transf...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Stools

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Oak Barley Twist Bench Stool Ottoman Seat Embossed Leather C.1900
Located in London, GB
Antique French oak barley twist bench stool ottoman seat. Embossed Leather, finished with brass stud detailing. C.1900 Very good condition commensurate of age.
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Jacobean Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Ottoman by Pucci de Rossi
By Pucci De Rossi
Located in TOURS, FR
Ottoman by Pucci de Rossi Cast aluminium legs and original fabric
Category

Early 2000s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

Ottoman by Pucci de Rossi
Ottoman by Pucci de Rossi
H 16.93 in Dm 16.15 in
Ligne Roset Grey Ottoman
By Ligne Roset
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Ligne Roset Grey Ottoman, a stunning addition to any modern living space. Crafted with the finest materials, this ottoman boasts a sleek and sophisticated design, per...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Ligne Roset Grey Ottoman
Ligne Roset Grey Ottoman
H 16.15 in W 36.62 in D 36.62 in
French Louis XVI Style Ottoman Or Pouf
Located in Houston, TX
French Louis XVI Style Ottoman Or Pouf. Offered is a beautiful French Louis XVI style round painted ottoman, footstool or pouf professionally upholstered in cream velvet with spaced ...
Category

Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Franck Evennou, Pouf Trèfle, Set of 3 Ottomans, Bronze, France, 2020
By Franck Evennou
Located in New York, NY
Franck Evennou has a poetic language inspired by nature, and by all subjects that carry the residue of their pasts. His works, particularly in bronze, possess a powerful nostalgic qu...
Category

2010s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Marc Bankowsky, Pieds de Bouc, Bronze Legged Stool, France, 2013
By Marc Bankowsky
Located in New York, NY
Stool by Marc Bankowsky with patinated bronze legs and black Mongolian lamb upholstery. A designer and decorator for the past 20 years, Marc Bankowsky creates uniquely beautiful fur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Stools

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Footstool or Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome French carved mahogany footstool or ottoman made in the neoclassical Louis XVI taste. The footstool features a square shape frame with gracefully curved concave sides. The c...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio
By Proisy Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio. Billy is an elegant and refined curved Ottoman or Pouf designed by Proisy Studio. This piece is a part of a collection named "Modern Cowboy" that in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio
Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio
H 16.54 in W 53.15 in D 39.38 in
Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio
By Proisy Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio. Billy is an elegant and refined curved Ottoman or Pouf designed by Proisy Studio. This piece is a part of a collection named "Modern Cowboy" that in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio
Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio
H 16.54 in W 53.15 in D 39.38 in
Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio
By Proisy Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio. Billy is an elegant and refined curved Ottoman or Pouf designed by Proisy Studio. This piece is a part of a collection named "Modern Cowboy" that in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio
Billy Ottoman by Proisy Studio
H 16.54 in W 53.15 in D 39.38 in
French Chinoiserie Art Deco Carved Giltwood Bench
Located in Barcelona, ES
French Long Bench / Long Ottoman / Stool in Carved Giltwood, France, 1930s Chinoiserie style upholstered bench in giltwood with carving details. This bench or stool is raised on six ...
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Benches

Materials

Gold Leaf

Shearling 'Strapontin' Stool by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shearling 'Strapontin' stool by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Stools

Materials

Iron

1950's Stitched leather Ottomans
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1950's Stitched leather ottomans by Jacques Adnet This is a Great piece
Category

Vintage 1950s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

1950's Stitched leather Ottomans
1950's Stitched leather Ottomans
H 18.12 in W 19.69 in D 14.57 in
Twisted Rope Design Iron Pouf, France, circa 1950s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Unusual Curule-base stool/ottoman, with a gilt-iron twisted rope base (previous green paint visible beneath), adorned with rosettes. Upholstered in vintage yellow and red rope-design...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Iron

Marc Bankowsky, Pieds de Bouc, Bronze Legged Stool, France, 2013
By Marc Bankowsky
Located in New York, NY
Stool by Marc Bankowsky with patinated bronze legs and black Mongolian lamb upholstery. A designer and decorator for the past 20 years, Marc Bankowsky creates uniquely beautiful fur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Stools

Materials

Bronze

Pair of "Karate" ottomans by Michel Cadestin, Ed.Airborne, France, circa 1970
By Michel Cadestin
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of ottomans in white fiberglass shell accommodating a fabric-covered cushion with grey « Alpaga » wool from Bisson-Bruneel. Tubular chromed metal base forming two semi-circles...
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

Pierre Guariche Pair of Minotaur Stools, France 1960's
By Pierre Guariche
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Minotaur stools in leather with black enameled steel bases.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

French antique poufs in wood with yellow and dark red damask fabric, 1850s
Located in MIlano, IT
French antique poufs in wood with yellow and dark red damask fabric, 1850s Pair of square poufs. They have a padded seat covered with a mustard yellow and bright red damask fabric, t...
Category

Antique 1850s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Antique French Louis XV Style Foot Stool, Ottoman Original Water Gilded Finish
Located in Chicago, IL
French Louis XV Style ottoman or foot stool that was produced in France in the mid-to late 1800’s. The Maker’s Stamp is still on the bottom and is marked; Au Bon Marché Maison, Arist...
Category

Antique 1870s French Louis XV Footstools

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair of 1950's Stitched leather ottomans by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
NIce pair of stitched leather ottomans designed by Jacques Adnet Great condition France
Category

Vintage 1950s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1950's Ottomans attributed to Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice pair of ottomans attributed to maison Jansen France
Category

Vintage 1950s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1950's Ottomans attributed to Jansen
Pair of 1950's Ottomans attributed to Jansen
H 20.08 in W 19.69 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Large 'Strapontin' White Hide Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large 'Strapontin' white hides stools by design Frères. Gilt wrought iron bases and white or cream hide seats. Upholstered firm for durability.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of 1950's Stitched leather ottomans by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of 1950's Stitched Leather Ottomans with brass feet Price given for a pair
Category

Vintage 1950s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

‘Djinn’ Easy Chairs and Ottoman by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
'Djinn' easy chair and ottoman by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne International, France, 1964-1965. Made of a tubular steel frame with rubber singles, foam and woolen fabric. The set is...
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set Of 2 Aluminum Ottomans by Mylene Niedzialkowski
Located in Geneve, CH
Set Of 2 Aluminum Day Beds by Mylene Niedzialkowski Dimensions: D 80 x W 80 x H 20 cm. Materials: Aluminum. Two seats with straight aluminium. These can be complemented with a cus...
Category

2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

Mark Bankowsky, Pieds de Bouc, Stool, France, 2010
By Marc Bankowsky
Located in New York, NY
This surrealistic stool, which rests on silver or bronze legs modeled after a goat's, and is upholstered in lamb's wool, is a successful new take on a centuries-old tradition: transf...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Stools

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Large Faux Fur 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large faux fur 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Environmentally conscious design.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century Silver French Pair of Iron Benches Attributed to Jean-Michel Frank
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A silver, vintage Mid-Century Modern French pair of benches made of handcrafted painted iron attributed to Jean-Michel Frank, in good condition. The Parisian stools are standing, sup...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal, Iron

French Adjustable Chair and Ottoman
Located in Round Top, TX
Chair and ottoman with adjustable back and sides. Nice legs and mechanics.
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Armchairs

Materials

Metal

French Adjustable Chair and Ottoman
French Adjustable Chair and Ottoman
H 34.5 in W 30.5 in D 36 in
Pair of Large Faux Fur 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large faux fur 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Environmentally conscious design.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

Swan Modern Minimalist Stool with French Vibes
By O&A London
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Swan pouffe – an elegantly cosy piece of furniture that blends style and comfort. Drawing inspiration from beautiful white swans, this ergonomic seating is perfect fo...
Category

2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Swan Modern Minimalist Stool with French Vibes
Swan Modern Minimalist Stool with French Vibes
H 18.51 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Swan Modern Minimalist Bench with French Vibes
By O&A London
Located in London, GB
With its graceful curves and delicate design, the Swan bench adds a touch of beauty to any room. Its ergonomic shape was inspired by swans with flexible necks. The comfortable paddin...
Category

2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Swan Modern Minimalist Bench with French Vibes
Swan Modern Minimalist Bench with French Vibes
H 18.51 in W 53.15 in D 17.72 in
Jean Raymond Picard Green Stool in French Resin
By Jean-René Picard
Located in Milano, IT
Tripod "tabouret" stool by Jean Raymond Picard, also the author of the first French green fiberglass chair of the 1950s. Both are known to have been produced by "SETA," a French inte...
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Iron

Jean Raymond Picard Red Stool in French Resin
By Jean-René Picard
Located in Milano, IT
Tripod "tabouret" stool by Jean Raymond Picard, also the author of the first French red fiberglass chair of the 1950s. Both are known to have been produced by "SETA," a French interi...
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Iron

Jean Raymond Picard Red Stool in French Resin
Jean Raymond Picard Red Stool in French Resin
H 23.63 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
Palm Springs Ottoman by Anderssen & Voll
Located in Geneve, CH
Palm springs ottoman by Anderssen & Voll Materials: Polyurethane foam of different densities, covered with fabric or leather. Base in bronze lacquered metal. Technique: Lacquered m...
Category

2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Palm Springs Ottoman by Anderssen & Voll
Palm Springs Ottoman by Anderssen & Voll
H 15.75 in W 26.38 in D 31.5 in
Palmspring Pouf by Anderssen & Voll
Located in Geneve, CH
Palmspring Pouf by Anderssen & Voll 2020 Materials: Bronze lacquered metal structure, seat and back in polyurethane foam, upholstered in fabric Dimensions: 80 x 67 x 40 cm An...
Category

2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Palmspring Pouf by Anderssen & Voll
Palmspring Pouf by Anderssen & Voll
H 31.5 in W 26.38 in D 15.75 in
Polished steel and leather ottoman stool by Maison Charles
By Maison Charles
Located in New York, NY
Very nice ottomans stool made with polished steel, bronze and leather
Category

Vintage 1960s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Pair of Large Faux Fur 'Strapontin' Stools by Design Frères
By Design Frères, Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of large faux fur 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères. Environmentally conscious design.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of 2 Bluemoon Ottomans by Patrick Jouin
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 bluemoon ottomans by Patrick Jouin. Materials: Fabric upholstered on polyurethane foam. Shell in molded wood. Structure in lacquered bronze metal. Dimensions: D 83 x W 80...
Category

2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Bluemoon Ottomans by Patrick Jouin
Set of 2 Bluemoon Ottomans by Patrick Jouin
H 17.72 in W 31.5 in D 32.68 in
Bluemoon Ottoman by Patrick Jouin
Located in Geneve, CH
Bluemoon ottoman by Patrick Jouin Materials: Fabric upholstered on polyurethane foam. Shell in molded wood. Structure in lacquered bronze metal. Dimensions: D 83 x W 80 x H 45 cm Als...
Category

2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Bluemoon Ottoman by Patrick Jouin
Bluemoon Ottoman by Patrick Jouin
H 17.72 in W 31.5 in D 32.68 in
Marc Bankowsky, "Pieds de Bouc", Stool, France, 2010
By Marc Bankowsky
Located in New York, NY
"Pieds de bouc" Stool by Marc Bankowsky with silvered bronze legs and Mongolian lamb upholstery.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Stools

Materials

Bronze

Grey Curly Shearling Ottoman with Shiny Nickeled Golden Steel Band, C14
By Norki
Located in ROSHEIM, FR
The C14 ottoman by Norki is a real piece of Art. All our pieces are made from a range of available materials which we select depending on size and availability in order to keep the ...
Category

2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Overscale Ottomans by Armenio, Paris for Christian Dior Boutique Display Pair
By Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
Overscale Ottomans by Armenio, Paris for Christian Dior Boutique store display pair Offered for sale is a pair of unusually shaped overscale fine-quality ottomans that were commissi...
Category

Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

White Curly Shearling Ottoman with Shiny Nickeled Steel Band - C14
By Norki
Located in ROSHEIM, FR
The C14 ottoman by Norki is a real piece of Art. All our pieces are made from a range of available materials which we select depending on size and availability in order to keep the ...
Category

2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Fantastic Pair of 18th-19th Century Gold Gilt French Stools
Located in Richmond, VA
Fantastic pair of 18th-19th century French gold gilt wood stools in attractive upholstery from an estate in the residence side of the Carlyle in Manhattan.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Stools

Materials

Gold Leaf

Jacques Charpentier Mid-Century Modern Tufted Leather Ottoman Stool Pair
By Jacques Charpentier
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Jacques Charpentière Mid-Century Modern 1970 French stool, ottoman side tables in original tufted brown leather upholstery and polished chrome base. Very good original condi...
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

Neoclassical Iron and Velvet Curule Bench, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Art Deco bench with a painted wrought iron base and surround, with original white and gilt paint. Royal blue crushed velvet seat.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Marc Bankowsky, "Pieds De Bouc, " Stool, France, 2008
By Marc Bankowsky
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary stool by Marc Bankowsky. Upholstered in Mongolian lamb with bronze legs.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Stools

Materials

Bronze

1950's Stool Attributed to Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's stool attributed to Jacques Adnet Black leather and chromed metal France.
Category

Vintage 1950s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

1950's Stool Attributed to Jacques Adnet
1950's Stool Attributed to Jacques Adnet
H 20.48 in W 13 in D 11.03 in
Pair of French 1950s Ottoman
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French 1950s ottoman, original vintage condition. Black faux leather, brass feet.    
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of French 1950s Ottoman
Pair of French 1950s Ottoman
H 17 in W 20 in D 20 in
Vintage Brown Metal Stool Ottoman with Leaves Black Leather Seat, 1970s, France
Located in Vienna, AT
Brown vintage Hollywood Regency style metal stool from iron base with black leather seat designed 1970s, France. The base demonstrates stunning leaves and ornaments, while the seat ...
Category

Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Stools

Materials

Metal

Pair of Neoclassic Ottomans by Maison Charles
By Maison Charles
Located in New York, NY
Pair of neoclassic ottomans by Maison Charles France 1960s.
Category

Vintage 1960s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Neoclassic Ottomans by Maison Charles
Pair of Neoclassic Ottomans by Maison Charles
H 18.12 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in
French Triangular Pouf
Located in Stamford, CT
Metal framed poufs with Louis XV legs. Priced individually. 3 available.
Category

Vintage 1960s French Baroque Revival Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Triangular Pouf
French Triangular Pouf
H 19 in W 35 in D 19 in
French Mid-Century Campaign Style Black Leather Ottoman
Located in Queens, NY
French Mid-Century modern Neo-classic campaign style steel & brass trimmed ottoman with cross leg design and black leather seat. (Related item: GRS054).
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Napoleon III Giltwood Rope Tabouret
Located in Essex, MA
Circular with new muslin upholstery, conforming carved rope legs and stretchers ending on tassel feet, casters. Completely regilded with 23-karat gold leaf.
Category

Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Stools

Materials

Other

Small black with chrome Art Deco Stool in Original Fabric
Located in Ferndale, MI
Small Art Deco stool. Possibly French. Base is lacquered hardwood with chrome shaft holding worn original Art Deco era textile. Original finish lacquered base shows wear .
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Stools

Materials

Chrome

Gilt French Steel Ottomans with Velvet Cushion
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of French velvet and gilt steel ottomans
Category

1990s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

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French Metal Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of french metal ottomans and poufs available for sale. We have 99 antique and vintage french metal ottomans and poufs in-stock, while there are 17 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of french metal ottomans and poufs available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. French metal ottomans and poufs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small french metal ottomans and poufs measuring 10 inches across. French metal ottomans and poufs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Marc Bankowsky, Maison Jansen and Roche Bobois are consistently popular.

How Much are French Metal Ottomans and Poufs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,427, while they’re typically $399 on the low end and $60,000 highest priced.

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.