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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...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair Of Pierre Paulin Style Mushroom Ottomans
By Pierre Paulin, Marge Carson, Milo Baughman, Karl Springer, Thayer Coggin
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Pierre Paulin Style Mushroom Ottomans.
This great pair of mid century modern mushroom ottomans or poufs with chrome bases have been newly upholstered in plush blue velvet.
Be...
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
Antique Chinese Square Bench Or Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Chinese Square Bench or Ottoman.
This versatile antique Chinese Rosewood bench or ottoman is in good condition and perfect for extra seating where needed.
Comfortable and gre...
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Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Art Deco Sculptural Poufs in briar, Italy, 1930s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare pair of poufs from an important Italian villa. These are furnishings with a strong sculptural relevance, which decline Art Deco by combining it with Rationalism (the Italian bra...
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Mid 20th Century Milo Baughman Style Parsons Benches Ottomans Upholstere
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cookeville, TN
Mid-Century Vintage Pair of Parsons Benches / Stools / Ottomans in Milo Baughman Style with New Custom Upholstery in a Scalamandre-inspired Leopard velvet.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
H 20.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Italian Baroque Style Mahogany & Yellow Mustard Velvet Cushion Ottoman or Bench
Located in Plainview, NY
An Italian Baroque Style bench or ottoman , carved meticulously from the finest Mahogany in a rectangular shape, the base stands as a testament to the artisan's skill, adorned with i...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
H 20 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in
Pouf Turquoise Velvet Smooth Circular Midcentury Modern Italian Design 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Circular shaped pouf made of smooth velvet in shades of turquoise. Made in Italy in the 60s.
Note: We try to offer our customers an excellent service even in shipments all over th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Oversized Oval Zebra Ottoman
Located in Malibu, CA
Spanish revival oversized ottoman, upholstered in Italian cut velvet & trimmed with antique brass nail head detail scalloped border. Carved legs & stretchers.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Walnut, Velvet
Roche Bobois Dark Blue Velvet Half Circle Banquette Pouf
By Roche Bobois
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Fabulously shaped half circle banquette with domed sculptural pillow back center. Can go with other a 7 piece modular sectional we have, but we are also offering it as a floating la...
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Shabby Chic Designer Cottage Ottoman Pouf
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Shabby Chic Designer Co...
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1990s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Velvet
Set of 4 Vintage Poufs Newly Upholstered in Mixed Colored Velvet, 1970s
Located in Florence, IT
Set of 4 Vintage Poufs Newly Upholstered in Velvet in Mixed Colors (two turquoise, one cyclamen pink and one petrol green). The metal is lacquered and matching with velvet.
They come...
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Vintage 1970s Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Large Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Chrome Ottoman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Houston, TX
Large Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Chrome Ottoman.
This stunning mid century modern chrome ottoman by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin is in very good condition with the original f...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
1970s Stool with Brass Base and Black Velvet Upholstery, Five Available
Located in IT
Stools with brass base and velvet recently reuphostered seats.
We have five available. Price refers to one stool.
Size of each stool diameter 33 cm height 50 cm.
from Italy from 1970...
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Late 20th Century European Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Italian green velvet & wood Mid Century Modern stools/ottomans
By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Pair of bedroom stools also usable as ottomans. Wooden structure with cushioned seats upholstered in green velvet. the wooden structures have been refinished keeping their original p...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1970s Venetian Style Heavily Carved Tufted Velvet Ottoman / Coffee Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Venetian style heavily carved ottoman. The tufted velvet upholstery is original and shows light wear but is free from tears or stains. The piece is unmarked.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Rococo Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Fruitwood
1960s Fiberglass Space Age Ottoman Verner Panton chromcraft era
By Chromcraft, Michel Cadestin, Verner Panton
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A 1960’s fiberglass ottoman in the manner of Verner Panton, Chromcraft or Michel Cadestin’s Karate Chair. A unique form that will add interest and extra seating to your interior desi...
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Vintage 1960s American Space Age Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Fiberglass
Regency Style Ottoman in Walnut with Curving Legs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1950s
Regency style ottoman in walnut with Curving Legs. Style of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings pieces for Baker Furniture. Great occasional piece. No maker's marks remain.
CONDITION N...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Mid Century Modern Ottomans or Poufs by Pier Luigi Colli, Italy 1950s
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a stunning pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern hand-hammered and gilt iron benches / stools / poufs / ottomans by Pier Luigi Colli. The pieces show a bol...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
H 16.54 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Art Deco Ottoman in Green Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ottoman or pouf, velvet, beech, Europe, 1940s
Elegant in line and practical to use, this ottoman is exemplary for Art Deco design. A bulky and voluminous seat upholstered in a fine ...
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Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Traditional Rust Cut-Velvet Tufted Ottoman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Traditional Rust Cut-Velvet Tufted Upholstered Ottoman
Rectangular, the lower part with a fringe skirt. Height 17 in. (43.18 cm.), Width 42 in. (106.68 cm.), Depth 25 in. (63.5 cm.)
Category
20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Carlo De Carli Pair of Lounge Chairs with Ottoman in Beige Corduroy & Steel
By Carlo De Carli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo De Carli for Cinova, pair of armchairs with ottoman, model '915', nickel-plated steel, corduroy, Italy, 1969
Elegant, tubular lounge chairs designed by Carlo de Carli (1910-19...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 34.06 in W 33.86 in D 35.44 in
Set of 3 Paul McCobb Brass X Frame Ottomans or Stools - Holly Hunt Salmon Velvet
By Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of 3 fully restored Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb model 1306 for Directional brass X base ottomans or stools , reupholstered in Holly Hunt Salmon colored velvet. Brass has been ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 17.25 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Pair of Italian pouf or stools vintage in velvet pink and brass
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
Imagine stepping into a time capsule, where the craftsmanship of 1950s Italy unfolds before your eyes. Behold this delightful pair of poufs, a testament to excellence and elegance in...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Velvet Stools or Otttomans, 1980's
By Milo Baughman
Located in Round Rock, TX
Offered is a pair of vintage chrome stools or ottomans in the style of Milo Baughman. Featuring well constructed, heavy gauge chromed steel frames, and freshly upholstered seats in a...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
1960's Italian Scalamandré Le Tigre Stacked Cushion Ottoman
Located in Cookeville, TN
This beautiful rare Scalamandré Le Tigre Ottoman from the 1960's is straight from the source of Scalamandre silk velvet itself - Italy. Sourced from estate of a lady whom brought it...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Vintage 1960s Large Tuffed Ottoman Bed End Storage Chest Box Trunk Fringed
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely 1960s Tuffed Ottoman In A Soft Pink Velvet Fabric
The 1960s tufted ottoman in soft pink velvet fabric is an exquisite piece of furni...
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20th Century British Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
H 18.9 in W 36.62 in D 18.51 in
1970s Silk and Velvet Stacked Pillow Top Ottoman Coffee Table
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, ottoman or coffee table you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best o...
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Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Silk, Velvet, Wood
Art Deco Ottoman in Nobilis ‘Velours Prisme’
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An art deco drum form ottoman. Black painted tapered wood feet. Newly reupholstered in Nobilis “Velours Prisme,” a geometric patterned velvet.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Marsala Ottoman in Red Velvet by Michel Ducaroy for Lignet Roset, France 1970s
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1970s French Marsala ottoman designed by Michel Ducaroy for Lignet Roset. This ottoman features a curved amber plexiglass frame and has a removable cushion in original red striated...
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Plexiglass, Upholstery
H 12 in W 30 in D 30 in
Navy Blue Suede Mid-Century Modern Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our Mid-Century Modern ottoman, hand-crafted from wood and in great condition. This unique ottoman showcases a standout design, adorned with a navy blue suede fabric and ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Late 20th Century William and Mary Style Upholstered Footstool Ottoman
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful late 20th century walnut and Upholstered William and Mary style footstool or ottoman in very good vintage condition. Measures 19" in width, 19" in depth and 10" tall.
Category
Late 20th Century American William and Mary Footstools
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Jacques Charpentier Pair of Ottomans Stools Velvet Maison Jansen, 1970s
By Jacques Charpentier, Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful pair of ottomans or stools by French Designer Jacques Charpentier for Maison Jansen designed in the 1970s. The stools poufs are made of two large cushion elements connected...
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
H 15.36 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Pouf Rotondo Minotti 1990 in Velluto Verde con ruote
By Minotti
Located in IT
Puff Minotti anni 90 con imbottitura e velluto verde nuovi.
il pouff è dotato di ruote.
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1990s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Velvet pouf, original from 60s, re-upholstered
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This small velvet pouf is a luxurious and charming addition to any living space, effortlessly combining comfort and style. Crafted with attention to detail, the pouf boasts a plush a...
Category
Vintage 1960s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Art Deco Vintage Circular Pouf Stool Ottoman Soft Pink Velvet 1930s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage circular pouf, stool or ottoman new upholstered and covered with soft pink velvet fabric 1930s Austria.
A stunning and elegant stool or pouf new upholstered and cove...
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
Pair of Green and Brown Mohair X Base Ottomans by Billy Baldwin
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A glamorous pair of green mohair with dark brown velvet piping X base ottomans by Billy Baldwin.
Newly upholstered.
Measurements: 22” wide, 18” Deep, 18.5” High.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair, Velvet
French Velvet Stool in the Style of Napoleon III and Fournier A.M.E.
By Napoléon III
Located in Milano, IT
This important French stool or Ottoman, in the manner and style of Napoleon III and Fournier A.M.E, is an excellent testimony to the period. Made of carved wood, it displays an extra...
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Antique Early 1900s French Baroque Revival Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Rectangular Ottoman w Designer Cut Velvet Upholstery
Located in Malibu, CA
This plush ottoman has been recovered in designer fabric by Platner & Associates. The lined skirt barely reveals four wood block feet.
The Italian cut velvet in alabaster & oyster h...
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20th Century Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Pierluigi Colli Coppia di Pouff del 1950 -Design
Located in Foggia, FG
Pierluigi Colli Coppia di Pouff del 1950 -Design-
Autore: Pierluigi Colli, Torino anni '50
Materiali: Ferro pieno dorato, cuscini rifatti e rifoderati con velluto in seta color...
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Vintage 1950s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, a Soriana Ottoman, Cassina, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Paris, FR
Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Soriana
A very beautiful ottoman of square shape with rounded corners.
Covered with its original brown velvet in very good condition.
On four castor feet....
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Stools Beautiful Walnut and Maroon Velvet Ottomans and Poufs
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
19th or early 20th Century
Beautiful antique walnut and maroon velvet stools or footstools
They are in excellent condition, well cared for. no dirt or damage
They are two very simp...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Ottoman, Cassina, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Paris, FR
Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Soriana
A very beautiful ottoman of square shape with rounded corners.
Covered with its original brown velvet in very good condition.
On four castor feet....
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Mid-Century Modern Ottomans, Fully Refurbished, Yugoslavia, 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find two Mid-Century Modern Ottomans or Stools. The stools are fully refurbished and reupholstered in fuchsia polka dot velvet, inspired by the work of the J...
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Vintage 1960s Serbian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Channel Tufted Swivel Lounges with Rolling Ottomans, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of channel tufted swivel lounges with rolling ottomans, 1960. Original cotton velvet upholstery over plush cushions.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Vintage McGuire Rattan and Wicker Umbria Lounge Chair with Ottoman, 2 Piece Set
By McGuire
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage McGuire Rattan and Wicker Umbria Lounge Chair with Ottoman Newly Upholstered in Plush Zebra Velvet - 2 Piece Set
Rare, vintage organic modern rattan and wicker oversized l...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wicker
H 38 in W 32 in D 41 in
Pair of Art Dèco Italian Walnut and Velvet Armchairs and Two Ottomans, 1920s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian set from the 1920s composed of a pair of armchairs and two poufs. From the early Art Deco period of Northern Italy, upholstered in walnut and ivory velvet, the backs of the s...
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
H 32.29 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Karl Springer Style Large Waterfall Bench in Leopard Velvet & Black Leather
By Karl Springer
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Bougie leopard velvet with black leather piping 1970s Karl Springer Style Waterfall Bench coming through. Instantly delivers a sexy lux vibe to any space. Treat yourself to this deli...
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Benches
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Velvet
Attributed to George Smith Damask Velvet Castors Armchairs & Ottoman, Set of 2
By George Smith
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! We are delighted to offer this absolutely stunning, signature armcha...
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Vintage 1970s English Other Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 38 in W 40 in D 40 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Saddle Ottoman in Velvet
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Wilton, CT
The saddle ottoman was designed in 1965 by leading modern furniture designer Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. This ottoman is modern and unique, with a distinctive silhouette, featur...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
1940s Georgian Style Mahogany Ball and Claw Bench / Ottoman in Tiger Velvet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1940s mahogany bench in a new Tiger velvet. It has ball and claw feet. The bench is unmarked and in very good condition.
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Vintage 1940s American Georgian Benches
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Hollywood Regency Tufted Upholstered Ottoman
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Tufted ottoman or footstool features gold rope accents and skirted bottom. Perfect touch of Hollywood Regency style for any decor. Good condition with only very minor imperfections (...
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Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Pair of Custom-Made Damask Velvet Ottomans
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom-made Damask velvet ottomans with down filled cushions.
Category
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Down
Pair of Marco Zanuso 'Senior' Chairs Mohair Velvet + Ottoman Arflex, Italy, 1951
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
These rare, very early examples ,of Zanuso's 'Senior' chair are identified by their artisan crafted wood frames which were soon replaced by a more cost effective pressed steel constr...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 39.38 in W 29.93 in D 34.85 in
Asymmetrical Channel Fan-Back Newly Upholstered Lounges and Ottoman
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco Asymmetrical Channel Fan Back Lounge chairs and ottoman Newly Upholstered - 3 Piece Set
Gorgeous 1940s Set of Art Deco Asymmetrical Fan Channel-Back Lounges with Ottoman...
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chenille, Velvet, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Brass and Lattice Patterned Tan Upholstered X-Benches
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century x-benches with brass frames topped with lattice patterned light and dark tan upholstered seats. (PRICED AS PAIR)(Same benches with different upholstery: DUF0057-D...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Brass and Tan Velour X-Benches
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century x-benches with brass frames topped with tan velour upholstered seats. (PRICED AS PAIR)
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Jens Risom Danish Gray Velvet Upholstered Walnut Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century floating bench with a walnut stretcher base supporting a rectangular seat cushion upholstered in gray velvet with button tufted detail. (JENS RISOM).
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut, Wood
Mid Century Velvet Upholstered Bench/Ottoman with Chrome Base, Salmon Velvet
By Hastings
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very cool mid century bench newly reupholstered in cotton velvet with a triangular shaped chrome base, beautiful salmon color. Made by The Hastings Hall Furniture Co. in Canada.
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Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Chrome
Green Velvet Button Tufted Ottoman
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A generously sized, round button tufted ottoman with nailhead trim, newly reupholstered in green velvet with stacked, circular modern shaped legs on casters
Category
Mid-20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Karl Springer American Mid-Century Blue Velvet and Steel Souffle Ottoman
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century 'Souffle' ottoman with blue velvet upholstery with a square gilt steel base. (Karl Springer)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Upholstery
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20th Century Velvet Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of 20th century velvet ottomans and poufs available on 1stDibs. Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco 20th century velvet ottomans and poufs are consistently popular styles. If space is limited, there are small 20th century velvet ottomans and poufs measuring 1 inches across. Milo Baughman, Marge Carson and Dunbar each produced beautiful 20th century velvet ottomans and poufs that are worth considering.
How Much are 20th Century Velvet Ottomans and Poufs?
Prices for 20th century velvet ottomans and poufs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 20th century velvet ottomans and poufs begin at $65 and can go as high as $18,000, 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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Rubber Ring
French Carved Silver Leaf
Borsani Walnut
Vintage Bar On Casters
Vintage Bed Springs
Mcguire Rattan Chairs
Mcguire Chairs Rattan
1940s Tufted Chair
Mirrored Demilune