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Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Ottoman
By Herb Ritts, Ritts Tropitan
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with matching ottoman. This chair features steam bent rattan frame with Art Moderne styled pink flamingo covered cushions, circa ...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Pair of Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Club Chair Ottoman, John Wisner Campaign Style
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair Ficks Reed rattan Campaign style lounge or club chairs plus one ottoman with interesting brass cap accents by John Wisner for the Far Horizons collection, 1954. This pair...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
H 29.5 in W 27.5 in D 35.5 in
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Difane, Colección Estudio
Located in Mexico City, MX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstra...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Hardwood
Felted Wool Round Floor Cushion in Turmeric Yellow by JG SWITZER
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Felted wool round floor cushion, in turmeric-dye medallion yellow felted from local, fiber shed wool in a creamy, natural background, our indigo and green apple dyes are nature-made ...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Modern Lime Green Round Moroccan Art Deco Upholstered Stool
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Style stool in lime green and gold Moroccan style stool, vanity stool.
Modern contemporary round Moroccan Art Deco style upholstered stools in green fabric upholstery in 197...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Stools
Materials
Fabric
Stacking Floor Cushion 30" in Dune Shearling by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Designed to exude luxury and wake up your space with additional seating, accent decor and cozy chill zones, these low-profile circular shearling floor cushions can be easily moved or...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
Exceptional Jack Lenor Larsen ~Primavera~ Velvet Playpen Sofa and Ottomans
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous down filled sofa upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera velvet with a pair of oversize matching ottomans.
This is a huge living room set, gently used and in amazing cle...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 25.5 in W 83.5 in D 32.5 in
Vintage 1980s Life-Size Sheep Sculpture Ottoman or Footstool by Joel Donahoe
By Hans Peter Krafft
Located in St. Louis, MO
This life-size sheep sculpture or ottoman, bench or footstool was designed by Joel Donahoe in Truckee, CA, in the 1980s and 90s. Known as the Lambkin benches, these were sold at desi...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Fur, Fiberglass, Foam
H 25 in W 30.5 in D 15.5 in
Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep stool designed by Studio Ahead. The stool is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep
The stool could be placed on either side horizontally ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Wool, Felt
Forsyth Zebra Hide Pouf Ottoman, Made To Order
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Our zebra pouf ottomans are handcrafted from our beautiful Forsyth zebra hides. The most beautiful zebra hides are selected, handcut, handstitched, and hand stuffed. Each step is met...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Forsyth Zebra Cube Ottoman
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth Originals Collection. The Forsyth Cube Ottoman is designed and handcrafted from our zebra hides. This is a versatile piece for any room adding natural texture and...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Pair of 1980s Billy Baldwin Style Pillow Top Tufted Fully Upholstered Ottomans
By Billy Baldwin, Heirloom Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of fully upholstered Heirloom x519 tufted pillow top vintage ottomans in the style of Billy Baldwin. Retaining their original tan Lee Jofa upholstery with orange welt from Stroh...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam
H 17 in W 18.75 in D 18.75 in
Large 25" x 25" Pouff Ottoman with Aged Brass Base by Marge Carson
By Marge Carson, Karl Springer
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1980s
Large pouff ottoman with brass base made by Marge Carson. Great additional seating piece for any interior. Offered for reupholstery- ship this right to your upholsterer. I...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Vintage Tufted Leather Ottoman
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage tufted leather ottoman, use it as a coffee table and put your feet on it. Acquired at a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Kipp Stewart Directional Original Leather Stainless Steel Lounge Chair Ottoman
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wow, original and buttery soft, off-white leather! On a polished and hefty stainless steel base. This super cool "Arc" lounge chair and ottoman, a complete and original matching set,...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 32 in W 28 in D 35 in
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Beata Heuman Dappled Velvet
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding natura...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Petite Paul Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Petite Paul ottoman features a round solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is des...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Round Bone Bouclé Ottomans with Brass Base
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of contemporary Chautauqua Round Ottomans by Amber Lewis, handmade in Los Angeles. Featuring bone bouclé upholstery on an elegant Minimalist brass base with a custom patina fini...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Paul Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Paul ottoman features a solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler.
Inspired by the clean lines and brass detailing of...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn Gröna Fåglar Linen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth Mushroom Pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding natura...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
H 20 in W 22 in D 22 in
Kidney Ottoman with Oak Legs, Made to Order
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measures: 49"W × 26.5"D × 18.25"H
This is a custom made ottoman, originally made to match our “waive” sofa. This model is at the listed price. We can custom make this in any fabri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...
Materials
Fabric
1970s Boho Rattan Bamboo Pouf Ottoman Having Fresh Upholstery And Cushioning
By Ficks Reed
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful and diverse bamboo Pouf Ottoman having fresh right tweed neutral cotton upholstery and new cushioning. Very comfortable and solid. A beautiful addition to your rattan lay...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Bamboo, Rattan, Polyester
H 20 in W 25 in D 25 in
Modern Textured Stool on Sculpted Metal Legs by Ellen Degeneres Mammoth Stool
Located in North York, ON
Modern textured stool on sculpted metal legs by Ellen Degeneres Mammoth Stool. Thick plush faux sheep fabric with unique sculpted black metal legs. Part of the Ellen Degeneres collec...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Ivory Cowhide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth mushroom pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding textur...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cowhide
Napoleon III Style Twisted Rope Frame Ottoman
By A.M.E Fournier
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Glamorously Chic Faux Fur Carved Rope ottoman. In the style of Parisian Upholsterer A.M.E. Fournier. Sculptural carved frame has the illusion of knotted rope. This ottoman could be u...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Fur
Petite Orsini Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Petite Orsini Ottoman features a minimal metal base with decorative ball feet and an upholstered seat.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Milo Baughman Style Pair of Parsons Ottomans Benches in Ivory Bouclé
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of custom Milo Baughman style Parsons ottomans benches footstools newly upholstered in soft ivory bouclé. A great choice for adding a modern sculptural look to your space, while...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Glide Ottoman Round Custom Hidden Castors
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The smart and simple Glide Ottoman can be used as a seat at a table, a place to kick your feet up, or both. Boasting hidden casters, the delicate curves of its sides subtly remove th...
Category
2010s American Other Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Hexagonal Ottoman and Pair of Upholstered Side Tables by Bernhardt Flair
By Bernhardt
Located in Hanover, MA
Modular Mod from Bernhardt Flair division, 1978, pair of upholstered hexagonal side tables with inset glass tops and one hexagonal ottoman, all on a black lacquered wood recessed pli...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Side Tables
Materials
Upholstery, Glass
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Ottoman with Sleeper Bed
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin mid century ottoman with sleeper bed.
The ottoman measures: 44 wide x 44 deep x 16 inches high.
The case measures: 52 wide x 26 deep x 22 inches h...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Milo Baughman / Thayer Coggin Brass and Beige Patterned Upholstered X-Bench
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century bench with a beige, orange, and brown patterned fabric upholstered seat resting on a brass X-form base. (MILO BAUGHMAN / THAYER COGGIN)(Similar piece: DUF0372)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Half Moon Beige Leather and Walnut Footstools
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American mid-century half-moon form footstools with demilune beige leather tops resting on walnut frames with curved bases. (Priced as pair).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Wood, Upholstery
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Beige Patterned Upholstery and Walnut Footstool
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century rectangular ottoman with a top upholstered in an intricately patterned beige and brown fabric, resting on rectangular walnut legs with a stretcher base. (MILO BA...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Walnut, Wood, Fabric, Upholstery
H 12.5 in W 29 in D 23 in
Chrome Tube and Beige Upholstered Square Bench 'Manner of DIA'
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century square bench with a chrome tube frame with x-shaped stretcher topped with a double cushioned beige fabric upholstered seat. (manner of DESIGN INSTITUTE OF AMERICA).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Set of Two beige Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, USA, 1960s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of two Early Eero Saarinen womb chairs and ottoman for Knoll, USA - 1960s. Newly upholstered in a Knoll fabric. The measurements given apply to the chair. The ottoman measures 55...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 35.44 in W 38.19 in D 38.19 in
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Boucle
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth mushroom pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding natura...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Forsyth Zebra Parsons Style Ottoman or Coffee Table, Made to Order
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A Forsyth signature item, this zebra hide ottoman can double as a chic and elegant coffee table. Custom made to order in the Forsyth studio, the zebra hide is masterfully wrapped aro...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Loro Piana Alpaca Wool
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth mushroom pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding natura...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Alpaca
Vintage MCM Beige Faux Leather Vinyl Octagonal Hassock Ottoman or Footstool
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Mid-Century Modern beige faux leather or vinyl octagonal hassock, ottoman, or footstool. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Faux Leather
Eclipse Fiberglass Upholstered Ottoman by Asa Pingree
By Asa Pingree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The base is made of a lightweight fiberglass composite with a molded gel coat surface that is extremely durable and suitable for extended outdoor life. The cushion, pictured here wit...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Fiberglass
Forsyth Ottoman in Zebra Hide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A new addition to our Originals collection. This bespoke ottoman is perfect for a variety of uses, ottoman, coffee table, bench at the end of a bed, etc. Handmade by our master welde...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Further Form Sculptural Ottoman 3, Multicolored
By Tamika Rivera, Fort Makers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Further forms are a grouping of bright and hairy ottomans that have creature-like qualities. Tamika Rivera sculpts the Forms by wrapping, knitting and knotting yarn and string onto s...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Yarn
Ottoman X 18"Ø in Dune Shearling by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured in shearling, the Ottoman X is inspired by fundamental geometry. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are designed to function as a traditional leg rest, add ...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
4 x 4 ottoman deep tufting walnut base button tufted channeling tufted ottoman
Located in Ridgewood, NY
Bubbly and delicious, the hand-tufted 4 x 4 ottoman beautifully shapes any space. The delicate crown of each tuft is fun, flirty, and begs to be sat on.
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
H 16.5 in W 36 in D 36 in
Konekt Circuit Stool in Antique Brass and Boucle
By Konekt
Located in New York, NY
Three evenly spaced brass bands hug this hand-stitched stool. Available in a variety of metal finishes, and upholstered with graded-in fabric, COM, or COL.
Pricing varies dependin...
Category
2010s American Stools
Materials
Brass
Forsyth Sheepskin Pouf Ottoman
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth signature collection. Our luxurious sheepskin pouf ottomans are handcrafted from our beautiful Brazilian sheepskins. The most beautiful sheepskins are selected, h...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
Bon Bon Ottoman by Vintage on Point
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measures: W 16 D 16 H 18
Handcrafted from start to finish in house by Vintage On Point. Item has new framing, new foam, and new fabric. Base and bottom section have more wooden fr...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
The Forsyth Large Ottoman in Sheepskin
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Soft and luxurious, the Forsyth Large Ottoman is designed to be a versatile piece in a room adding an element of natural texture. The perfect coffee table, ottoman, or extra seating....
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
The Forsyth Ottoman in Dedar Boucle
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth Ottoman is designed and handcrafted from Dedar's beautiful boucle wool in cream. This is a versatile piece for any room adding natural texture and pattern. The perfect c...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Natural Veg Tan Leather and Blackened Steel Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Ottoman by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed steel frame and a plush upholstered top. This versatile piece can function a...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Cayenne Ottoman, Shell Velvet/ High Gloss Varnish Brown Solid Oak
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Cayenne lounge chair and Ottoman are a deft homage to midcentury design. Designer Marie Burgos has taken the clean lines that defined seating designs of that era and given them a...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Konekt Thing 4 Stool with Satin Brass, Horse Hair and Velvet
By Konekt
Located in New York, NY
The Thing 4 Stool features a hand-sewn upholstered top, a brass plated steel drum and horse hair. Refined yet wild, Thing 4's unique personality is accentuated with a distinctive com...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Milo Bean Ottoman, Shell/Umber Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Milo Bean, you can sit on it, lean against it, and carry it. This fun, colorful, curvy design by Marie Burgos may be the ultimate in portable seating. Crafted in plush fabrics wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...
Materials
Fabric
Milo Bean Ottoman, Shell/Creme Brulee Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Milo Bean, you can sit on it, lean against it, and carry it. This fun, colorful, curvy design by Marie Burgos may be the ultimate in portable seating. Crafted in plush fabrics wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...
Materials
Fabric
Custom Upholstered Pouf Ottomans in Gray or COM
Located in New York, NY
New production. Made to order. Designed and made in NYC, each ottoman is handcrafted with in NYC and has unique attributes. One day delivery available in NYC.
3 to 4 week lead tim...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Materials
Fabric
Milo Bean Ottoman, Shell/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Milo Bean, you can sit on it, lean against it, and carry it. This fun, colorful, curvy design by Marie Burgos may be the ultimate in portable seating. Crafted in plush fabrics wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...
Materials
Fabric
Cayenne Ottoman, Shell Velvet / High Gloss Varnish Walnut
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Cayenne lounge chair and ottoman are a deft homage to midcentury design. Designer Marie Burgos has taken the clean lines that defined seating designs of that era and given them a...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
As Found Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Footstool or Ottoman
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Ferndale, MI
Long stored in my warehouse selling "as is " thinking someone out there has a chair this will work with .
Clearly needs to be refinished and upholstered.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Footstools
Materials
Upholstery
Karl Springer Style Ivory Bouclé Soufflé Pouf
By Carson's Furniture
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Post modern Karl Springer style Soufflé pouf ottoman aptly named for its similarity in form to a French Soufflé. Brass square base with rounded corners. Professionally reupholstered ...
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Ottoman or Bench
Located in East Hampton, NY
Cream tone leather tufted top cushion and straps with a stainless steel frame in wonderful original condition.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
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Find a variety of beige north american ottomans and poufs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, metal and upholstery, all beige north american ottomans and poufs available were constructed with great care. There are 154 antique and vintage beige north american ottomans and poufs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 67 modern editions to choose from as well. Beige north american 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. Beige north american ottomans and poufs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Not every interior allows for large beige north american ottomans and poufs, so small beige north american ottomans and poufs measuring 1 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made beige north american ottomans and poufs over the years, but those made by Paul McCobb, Montage and Milo Baughman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Beige North American Ottomans and Poufs?
Beige north american ottomans and poufs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,400, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $60,000.
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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