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Hat Trick Chair and Powerplay Ottoman by Frank Gehry for Knoll
By Knoll, Frank Gehry
Located in TORONTO, CA
2009 production.
Inspired by the surprising strength of the apple crates he played on as a child, Frank Gehry created his thoroughly original collection of bentwood furniture name H...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant vintage modern foot stool features black lacquered legs. Unique walnut cross beams connect each leg adding sturdiness and style. The sleek black vinyl top is molded for comfo...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer
Vintage Regency Welted Ottoman
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your home with the timeless elegance of this Vintage Regency Welted Ottoman. Designed with meticulous craftsmanship and classic American style, its welted detailing adds a to...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Regency Jacquard Ottoman
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your living space with this exquisite Vintage Regency Jacquard Ottoman, epitomizing American elegance and sophistication. Crafted with intricate jacquard fabric and timeless ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Hand Crafted Slat Elm Wood Side Table Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern, Scandinavian influenced, hand-crafted, slat elm wood foot stool / ottoman with clean lines and exposed dowl joinery can be used as a small low side table or as a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Elm
Minimalist Arched Upholstered Arcade Bench Lacquer on Oak by Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Arcade Bench 48” in Lacquer is a nod to the ancient Roman architectural form- a succession of contiguous arches supported by columns. It features a slight convex ...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
H 17.5 in W 48 in D 18 in
Portola Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Portola ottoman has a handcrafted solid wood frame with an attached cushion.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California. Reach out to disc...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Billy Baldwin Style Python Leather X-Bench Ottoman Footstool
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely bench, ottoman, or footstool in faux python skin is crafted with fully upholstered designs reminiscent of Billy Baldwin and Karl Springer's work. The sleek urban design h...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Adrian Ottoman Solid Walnut and Cotton Webbing Stool
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Miami, FL
Adrian Ottoman designed by Dosbananos and made in Miami. Solid Walnut and Ivory Cotton Webbing.
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Walnut
Round Tufted Ottoman with Cut Velvet Upholstery
Located in Chicago, IL
This large round ottoman is enveloped in opulent cut velvet upholstery embellished with a dotted pattern reminiscent of leopard print and bold lines that flow seamlessly across the t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Cube ottoman 65" with elm table
Located in Brea, CA
Our cube ottoman is upholstered in a beautiful hemp rug. A light color give this a versatile style. The hand-crafted solid elm wood waterfall has unique characteristics with beautifu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hemp, Elm
Cube ottoman with elm table
Located in Brea, CA
Our cube ottoman is upholstered in a beautiful hemp rug with stripes. A light color with flax natural stripes give this a versatile style. The hand-crafted solid elm wood waterfall h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hemp, Elm
Cube ottoman 65" with elm table
Located in Brea, CA
Our cube ottoman is upholstered in a beautiful hemp rug with stripes. A light color with flax natural stripes give this a versatile style. The hand-crafted solid elm wood waterfall h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hemp, Elm
Very Large Charming Upholstered Ottoman Coffee Table
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very large charming upholstered ottoman having ebonized turned legs and new Penny Morrison Killi fabric that would make Martha Stewart salivate.
Category
1990s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Rectangular Coco Ottoman
By Jillian O'Neill
Located in Houston, TX
Our bestseller takes a new shape.
Shown here in Mineral, Wool, Bleached Ash, and Medium French Finish Walnut or customize this piece and choose COM/COL.
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Ash, Walnut
Trax Ottoman by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Trax Ottoman by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 50.8 x W 66 x H 38.1 cm.
Materials: Walnut and leather.
Solid wood legs and armrests with upholstered body, available in walnut, white oa...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Leon Ottoman with Drawer
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Introducing the Leon Ottoman. Designed and meticulously hand-crafted in Los Angeles by Studio Qasabian.
Made-to-Order Excellence: Leon Ottoman is a testament to bespoke craftsmansh...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hide, Maple
Fabulous Sabre Leg Walnut Stool/Ottoman by T H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, C. 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous upholstered stool/ottoman with walnut frame. Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
American, c. 1950 This piece measures 20"t x 20'w x 20"d.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Circular Cut Velvet Green Linen Mushroom Ottoman
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 22”W x 22”D x 20”H
Price As Shown: $1,220 each
COM Price: $800 each
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design an...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Agate
Yellow Linen Mushroom Ottoman
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 22”W x 22”D x 20”H
Seat Height: 20"
Price As Shown: $1,315 each
COM Price: $800 each
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based fu...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Linen, Faux Fur, Maple
Teal Emma Shipley Velvet Soft Pink Velvet Mushroom Ottoman
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 22”W x 22”D x 20”H
Price As Shown: $1,250 each
COM Price: $800 each
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design an...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Maple
Chic Round Velvet Ottoman with Horsehair Skirt and Brass Trim
Located in New York, NY
Brand new ottoman with genuine horsehair skirt banded with polished brass trim. Upholstered in chocolate color velvet.
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Indigo Manipur Mushroom Ottoman
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 22”W x 22”D x 20”H
Seat Height: 20"
Price As Shown: $800 each
COM Price: $1,220 each
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based fu...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Faux Fur, Maple
Gothic Style Faux Fur Satin Base Mushroom Ottoman
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 22”W x 22”D x 20”H
Price As Shown: $1,170 each
COM Price: $800 each
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design an...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Satin, Faux Fur, Maple
Walnut Ball Foot Bench with Saddle Shaped Seat - Customizable
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Modern, organic style bench with ball / sphere feet of solid walnut. Saddle shaped seat and upholstered with eight-way hand-tied springs and high density foam. Upholstered with "elep...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Birdseye Maple, Maple, Walnut, Beads
Coco Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Our adorable coco ottoman is perfect for relaxing with your feet up…or pop them under our Calista console for additional seating. A modern take on a basic round ottoman. Chic, comfo...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Wenge
American Empire Classical Serpentine Flame Mahogany Slipper Bench, circa 1840
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique American Empire classical slipper bench offers upholstered seat over serpentine flame mahogany frame raised on urn form feet, circa 1840
Measures: 14.75" H x 44" W x 20.5...
Category
Antique 19th Century American American Empire Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 14.75 in W 44 in D 20.5 in
1990 Donghia Versailles Black Mohair Blonde Wood Stool Bench Ottoman John Hutton
By Angelo Donghia, John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by John Hutton Versailles Blonde Wood Bench, Ottoman, Stool, with black Mohair Fabric for Donghia Italy and made in USA circa 1990.
A signature Donghia design, upholstered i...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hardwood, Mohair
H 16.5 in W 39 in D 24 in
Ottomans or Stools With Lacquered Greek Key Bases After James Mont
By James Mont
Located in Southampton, NJ
Hollywood Regency pair of ottoman stools with black lacquered Greek key bases and gold accents on brass casters. Marvelous larger scale & quality after James Mont, Dorothy Draper, Ba...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Round Upholstered Pouf Ottoman in Yellow Chinoiserie Cotton Fabric
Located in Southampton, NY
Round Upholstered Pouf Ottoman in Yellow Chinoiserie Cotton Fabric
Upholstered in a bright greeny-yellow cotton chinoiserie fabric. A single center button, and kick pleated skirt.
Up...
Category
Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1970s Mid Century Papa Bear Ottoman Styled After Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid Century papa bear ottoman designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1970s. This stunning stool exudes elegance and sophistication with its sleek black leather upholste...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Low Ottoman with Upholstered Seat Cushion on Hand-carved Reclaimed Wood Base
By Rafael Prieto
Located in New York, NY
Low stool or ottoman comprised of a hand-carved reclaimed wood base on block feet with an upholstered seat cushion and handmade glass button. Customizable and comfortable, with a gro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Fabric
John Hutton for Donghia Ultrasuede Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated John Hutton for Donghia Ultrasuede Footstool
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your living space with this luxurious footstool, designed by renowned furniture design...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Le Jeune Upholstery Club Havana Ottoman Floor Model, Walnut Finished Mahogany
By Iconic Design Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
Le Jeune Upholstery Club Havana Ottoman Floor Model, Walnut Finished Mahogany
Offered for sale is a Club Havana ottoman by Le Jeune Upholstery styled as a classical 50s modern desig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Ash, Mahogany
H 17 in W 24 in D 24 in
Pair of Low Slung Asian Inspired Midcentury Stools
By James Mont
Located in Atlanta, GA
Low slung Asian inspired midcentury stools, American, circa 1950s. These pieces were probably reupholstered in their Asian style geometric fabric within the past few years. Black lac...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Modern Leather Convertible Storage Cube & Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Function: It's a convertible storage cube/ottoman, so it can function as both a seat and a storage unit.
Style: It has a modern aesthetic, with features like vinyl cushion, brass han...
Category
20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Le Jeune Upholstery Pietro Ottoman Showroom Model
By Iconic Design Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
Le Jeune Upholstery Pietro Ottoman Showroom Model
Offered for sale is a Le Jeune Upholstery Pietro O1.923 Ottoman showroom model. The Pietro is a rectangular Ottoman medium scaled f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Linen, Hardwood, Walnut
Mid-century Dark Blue-Grey Swivel Ottoman on Polished Steel Base
Located in Pasadena, CA
Inspired by the timeless designs of Charles Eames, this Mid-Century Swivel Ottoman combines simplicity and functionality.
A polished stainless steel base provides stability to this...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Walnut Ottomans- Set of 2
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of mid-century walnut ottoman designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1970s. These ottomans feature a sleek and sturdy walnut frame that perfectly complements the v...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Le Jeune Upholstery Indigo Ottoman Showroom Model, Per Item
By Iconic Design Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
Le Jeune Upholstery Indigo Ottoman Showroom Model, Per Item
Offered for sale individually are Le jeune Upholstery INDIGO O5/06 .923 Ottomans that are showroom models. This is a ver...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Vintage Upholstered Ottoman in Floral Chintz Stripe with Slipcover
Located in Southampton, NY
Vintage Upholstered Ottoman in Floral Chintz Stripe with Additional White Slipcover
An attractive ottoman covered in a classic floral ribbon stripe with nailheads on turned wood legs...
Category
Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Unusual 1930s Art Deco Wood and Mohair Ottoman / Foot Stool
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual 1930s Art Deco Wood and Mohair Ottoman / Foot Stool..Great form and proportion. Wonderful stylized cut mohair patterned upholstery,, Minor loss / wear to original fabric (see...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Custom Upholstered Ottoman with Bun Feet in Blue Ottoman Flower Fabric
Located in Southampton, NY
An attractive ottoman with semi-attached cushion with turkish corners and roping on wood bun feet. Off white/cream background upholstery with royal blue repeating ottoman flower. Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Headlands Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Headlands Ottoman features a sculptural solid wood frame and upholstered cushion. Available with the Headlands Lounge Chair.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handma...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Dark Walnut Ottoman's
By Edward Wormley
Located in Georges Mills, NH
Pair of Edward Wormley oversized ottomans. Solid oak frame is paired with a palladian blue mohair velvet cushion w a grid of shallow button pulls. Sturdy construction and versatile h...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Doric Stool or Ottoman in Natural Walnut and White Velvet 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
Modern Round Leather Bent Maple Swivel Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modern, custom ottoman circa 1980's features a newly upholstered pouf in supple, rust orange leather that swivels on stained bent maple legs. Seat diameter is 24 inches and the footp...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Maple
Oak and Linen Moreno Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oak and linen Moreno Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning. The Moreno Ottoman features a round solid wood base with four cylindrical legs and an upholstered top. Available in American walnut or...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Linen, Oak
Curvaceous Tripod Stools
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Curvaceous stools, in the manner of Charlotte Perriand, probably American, circa 1960s. They retain their warm original patina. They are priced at $850 each or $1500 for...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Low Stool with Upholstered Seat Cushion
By Rafael Prieto
Located in New York, NY
Low stool with a hand-carved reclaimed wood base, upholstered seat cushion, and handmade glass button. Customizable and comfortable, with a grounded and relaxed feel.
Designed by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Leather Cocktail Ottoman Table by CENTURY FURNITURE
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Leather Cocktail Ottoma...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Wood
1 of 3 Neoclassical French Benches Stools Ottoman Regency X Based America
Located in Miami, FL
Three beautiful French Neoclassical Hollywood Regency style benches, stools or ottoman with an X-base.
The upholstered seats are in a mustard cord fabric and look great. The base has...
Category
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Revival Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 18.25 in W 24.25 in D 18 in
Vintage Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Classic rosewood and black leather lounge chair and ottoman, 670 & 671 designed by Charles and Ray Eames by Herman Miller, circa 1969, original condition, seat shock mounts have to b...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Hand Carved Oak Paw Feet Upholstered Lupa Ottoman by Martin & Brocket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Martin & Brockett Lupa Ottoman is named after Lupa, the she-wolf mother of Rome, and features three hand-carved oak feet. It is a whimsical seating option to float next to a cock...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Oak
Sophisticated Designer Wood & Velvet Christopher Guy Medea Ottoman Banquette
By Christopher Guy
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sublimely glamorous contemporary "Medea" ottoman banquette with distinctive sensual Christopher Guy style having meandering lines, curliecue details and saber legs. Upholstery is a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
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...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Coco Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Our adorable coco ottoman is perfect for relaxing with your feet up…or pop them under our Calista console for additional seating. A modern take on a basic round ottoman. Chic, comfor...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Wenge
Rolling Leather Ottoman by Baker Furniture
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give your home decor a spin with this charming rolling ottoman from the American craftsmen of Baker Furniture Co. Featuring a wonderful tufted leather cushion and lovely brass caster...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-1970s Luxurious White Bouclé Ottoman with Floating Brass Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the nostalgic allure of the mid-1970s in our expertly crafted Ottoman or Pouf. In great condition and skillfully restored, this wooden gem boasts cushions artfully bound and...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
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H 18 in W 30 in D 30 in
French Style Carved Oak Ottoman W/ Nailheads In Leopard Upholstery
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale upholstered ottoman with rustic French styling. The leopard upholstery is vintage and in very good condition. The frame is a dark stained oak. It is attributed ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
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American Wood Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of american wood ottomans and poufs is available at 1stDibs. Find 847 antique and vintage american wood ottomans and poufs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 117 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. American wood ottomans and poufs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of american wood ottomans and poufs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency american wood ottomans and poufs are of considerable interest. Large american wood ottomans and poufs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller american wood ottomans and poufs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 1 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many american wood ottomans and poufs are appealing in their simplicity, but Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Edward Wormley produced popular american wood ottomans and poufs that are worth a look.
How Much are American Wood Ottomans and Poufs?
Prices for american wood ottomans and poufs start at $225 and top out at $60,000 with the average selling for $2,744.
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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Edward Oakes
Baughman For Directional
Vintage Bar On Casters
Milo Baughman For Directional