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1960s Oversized Bergere And Ottoman Upholstered In Zebra Pattern Cowhide
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s carved wood oversized bergere and ottoman upholstered in zebra pattern cowhide.
Category
Vintage 1960s Bergere Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Regency Mahogany Caned Bergere And Ottoman
Located in Essex, MA
With straight molded crestrail over a caned back and sides, the arms with leather arm pads, tufted green leather seat cushion over a caned seat. Pull out foot rest. Raised on circula...
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Bergere Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
French Louis XV-Style Walnut and Navy Upholstered Bergere and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XV-style (20th Century) bergere and ottoman with carved walnut frames, cabriole legs
Category
20th Century Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Louis XV Style French Antique Bergère and Ottoman in Original Paint Great Patina
Located in Chicago, IL
French Bergere, model Duchesse Brisee and probably made in the late 1800s'. Absolutely beautiful in
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Antique 1880s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Paint
H 42 in W 26.5 in D 27 in
French Oak Louis XVI Style Bergere & Ottoman
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A sophisticated set that includes a French 19th century oak bergere and ottoman. Fluted legs
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Oak, Wood, Fabric
French Louis XV Style Winged Bergere and Matching Ottoman
Located in Dallas, TX
A French Louis XV style winged bergere with a matching ottoman all with a charming painted finish
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Baker French Louis XV Style Painted Wide Wingback Bergere Settee and Ottoman
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Baker French Louis XV style painted wide wingback bergere settee and ottoman. (1) wide frame
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Mid-20th Century North American Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Oversized French Louis XV Style Bergere Chair with Ottoman
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a stunning oversized French Louis XV style Bergere with the matching ottoman carved from
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Antique 1890s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Oak
Large scale French fauteuil and partner Ottoman
Located in Bronx, NY
large scale fauteuil and partner Ottoman
Category
Vintage 1940s French Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
French Three-Piece Carved Walnut Duchesse Brisee
Located in Dallas, TX
Louis XVl elements together. Two Bergeres and one ottoman.
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
1970s Chinese Chippendale Style Chairs by Erwin Lambeth -A Pair
By Erwin Lambeth
Located in Kennesaw, GA
in very good condition. See the available coordinating ottomans.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chinese Chippendale Bergere Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood
Shape Leather Swivel Pouf
By Carpanelli
Located in Milan, IT
Swivel pouf designed in combination with the Shape bergere. Metal base in lead finish and structure
Category
2010s European Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
French Louis XV Provincial Style Bergere Lounge chair and Ottoman
Located in Sheffield, MA
Classic over-sized French Louis XV provincial style bergère with matching curved ottoman. The chair
Category
20th Century Louis XV Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Nancy Corzine Country French Louis XV Style Bergere Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Nancy Corzine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
High quality country French / Louis XV style upholstered Bergere lounge chair and matching ottoman
Category
Late 20th Century American Country Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
French Louis XVI Style Painted Bergère with Matching Ottoman, circa 1870
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style painted wood bergère chair with matching ottoman circa 1870 with carved
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Burlap, Wood
H 37.5 in W 31.25 in D 32 in
Classic Pair of French Louis XV Style Leather Bergères with Ottomans
Located in Dallas, TX
Sink into elegant comfort. The generously proportioned bergères with conforming ottomans with
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Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Hammer Dakota French Bergere Tuscan Green Leather Club Arm Lounge Chair Ottoman
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Dakota Bergere chair and ottoman by Hammer Fine Furniture. Featuring French styling with
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 41 in W 41 in D 36 in
1970 "Bergere" Brown Leather Armchair & Ottoman Afra Tobia Scarpa for Max Alto
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brescia, IT
Rare Berger leather armchair with ottoman
Artona collection for Maxalto, 1975
Walnut and leather
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Vintage 1960s Italian Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
H 33.47 in W 31.5 in D 30.71 in
Thomasville Louis XV Carved Walnut Upholstered Fauteuil and Ottoman
By Thomasville
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style upholstered bergere or lounge chair with ottoman
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair Janus Wing Chairs with Ottomans by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare set of "Janus" wing chairs and ottomans designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. One of his
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Velvet
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Duchesse Brisee
Located in Houston, TX
chaise lounge is comprised of three pieces. A large bergere and a smaller bergere separated by a shapely
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Antique 1860s French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Materials
Giltwood
Arflex Serena Armchair in Lama Fabric with Wenge Stained Legs by Luca Nichetto
By Luca Nichetto, Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Venetian bergère and of its ottoman, both with wooden frame and textile cover, re-edited in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Ash
H 41.34 in W 31.5 in D 29.93 in
Arflex Serena Armchair in Lama Fabric with Wenge Stained Legs by Luca Nichetto
By Luca Nichetto, Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Venetian bergère and of its ottoman, both with wooden frame and textile cover, re-edited in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Ash
H 41.34 in W 31.5 in D 29.93 in
Arflex Serena Armchair in Lama Fabric with Oak Stained Legs by Luca Nichetto
By Luca Nichetto, Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Venetian bergère and of its ottoman, both with wooden frame and textile cover, re-edited in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Ash
H 41.34 in W 31.5 in D 29.93 in
Arflex Serena Armchair in Gamma Fabric with Wenge Stained Legs by Luca Nichetto
By Luca Nichetto, Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Venetian bergère and of its ottoman, both with wooden frame and textile cover, re-edited in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Ash
H 41.34 in W 31.5 in D 29.93 in
Yakisugi Table Basse by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
has led him to conceive exceptional objects that have been presented in the Pierre bergere gallery in
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2010s French Organic Modern Tables
Materials
Fabric
Green Borghese Sofa Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
exceptional objects that have been presented in the Pierre bergere gallery in Brussels and the BSL gallery in
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2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
Amphora Lounge Chair by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
presented in the Pierre bergere gallery in Brussels and the BSL gallery in Paris. He has participated in
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Green Borghese Sofa, Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
exceptional objects that have been presented in the Pierre bergere gallery in Brussels and the BSL gallery in
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sahara Sofa by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
exceptional objects that have been presented in the Pierre bergere gallery in Brussels and the BSL gallery in
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2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Borghese Sofa Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
exceptional objects that have been presented in the Pierre bergere gallery in Brussels and the BSL gallery in
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Green Borghese Sofa, Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
exceptional objects that have been presented in the Pierre bergere gallery in Brussels and the BSL gallery in
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Green Borghese Sofa, Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
exceptional objects that have been presented in the Pierre bergere gallery in Brussels and the BSL gallery in
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sahara Sofa by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
exceptional objects that have been presented in the Pierre bergere gallery in Brussels and the BSL gallery in
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Special Edition Pierre Frey Fabric, Borghese Long Sofa, Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
exceptional objects that have been presented in the Pierre bergere gallery in Brussels and the BSL gallery in
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
H 33.47 in W 97.64 in D 35.04 in
Large Country French Style Bergere and Ottoman by Hammer Collection Inc
By Hammer Collection Inc.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large painted wood, paisley cut velvet upholstered bergere and ottoman. Although there is no
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Late 20th Century American Country Bergere Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Louis XV Corbielle Bergere and Ottoman
Located in Bedford, NY
This is a really great proportioned bergere chair. It was made in 1830 in Paris. Completely
Category
Antique 19th Century Louis XV Bergere Chairs
18th-Century Country French Rush Seat Bergere and Ottoman
Located in New York City, NY
18th-century Country French rush seat Bergere and Ottoman. Diamond and Baratta design.
Measuring
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Antique 18th Century Chairs
Antique Petite Bergere & Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique petite Bergere and ottoman found at a flea market just outside Provence. Finished in
Category
Early 20th Century European Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood
Louis XV Style Bergere a Oreille & Ottoman
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional beautifully carved and generously sized walnut bergere and ottoman upholstered in
Category
20th Century French Wingback Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Down, Foam
Pair of Vintage Louis XV Style Bergère Chairs and Ottomans
Located in Dallas, TX
Wonderful pair of Louis XV style bergère chair and ottoman set. Featuring wide upholstered frames
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20th Century American Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair Baker Bergere & Ottoman Sets Louis XVI Style - 2 Sets Available
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Coast, CA
Wonderful vintage Baker Marquise / Bergere & bullnosed ottoman having carved hardwood frames rising
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Vintage 1930s American Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Velvet, Down
19th c. French "Duchesse Brisee" Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Louis XV style carved mahogany armchairs and ottoman. Three pieces interlock to form a chaise
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Leather Doda Lounge Armchair and Pouf Ottoman by Ferruccio Laviani for Molteni
By Ferruccio Laviani, Molteni & C
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Doda, an interpretation of the Classic bergère in contemporary style. A welcoming armchair with
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2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 34.25 in W 30.75 in D 38.62 in
Pair of Bergere and Ottoman
Located in Pomona, CA
Pair of country French style bergere and ottoman. Painted wood frame, newly upholstered in linen
Category
Late 20th Century American Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood
Antique French Bergère and Ottoman
Located in Austin, TX
French antique bèrgere and ottoman in the Louis XVI style. This piece has a beech wood frame with
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Vintage 1910s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Lenor Larsen Upholstered Bergere and ottoman
Located in Norwalk, CT
Amazingly pristine Jack Lenor Larsen velvet upholstery makes this French-style bergere and ottoman
Category
Vintage 1960s Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century European Bergere and Ottoman Chair
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid-Century European bergere and ottoman chair. Excellent condition. The chair measures 28 inches
Category
Vintage 1960s European Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood
French Bergere and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
This set of French Bergere chair and ottoman is reupholstered with Ralph Lauren animal print fabric
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Bergere Chairs
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Wood
Louis XVI Style French Antique Bergère and Ottoman
Located in Austin, TX
Elegant bergère with a large ottoman for a relaxing seat. This beautiful piece has the original
Category
Vintage 1910s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
French Antique Louis XVI Style Bergère and Ottoman Set
Located in Austin, TX
Antique bergère with matching ottoman for an elegant and comfortable set up to sit and relax. The
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
A French Louis Philippe Ebonized Walnut Bergere and Ottoman
Located in Atlanta, GA
legs, the front legs ending in brass casters. Ottoman raised on same turned tapering legs, all four on
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bergere Chairs
French Louis XVI Berger and Ottoman
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Louis XVI carved and painted bergere and ottoman. Circa 1870. A fine addition
Category
Antique 19th Century Bergere Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Vintage "Baker" Louis XV Wing-back Bergeres w/Ottoman
Located in Chicago, IL
Incredible pair of vintage Baker Furniture Company’s French Louis XV styled wingbacked bergeres and
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20th Century American Bergere Chairs
Materials
Fruitwood
Pair of Bergère Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Pomona, CA
Pair of bergère chairs and ottoman. Upholstered in linen. The cushions are down fill.
Category
Late 20th Century American Bergere Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood
Asian Chinoiserie Carved Bergere Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Pair of Bergere chairs with matching ottoman feature a chinoiserie fabric, cabriole legs, and hand
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Vintage 1980s Chinoiserie Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
French Bergere Chair & Ottoman Oversized
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of An
Oversized French Bergere Chair
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Bergere Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Cotton
Bergère Armchair and Matching Ottoman C-EE-10
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A vintage William Switzer, Louis XV style, duchess armchair and matching ottoman; in very good
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Silk, Beech
Carved Georgian Mahogany Ball and Claw Bergere Chair and Matching Ottoman
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fine quality mahogany carved Georgian style bergere chair and ottoman. The chair and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Georgian Bergere Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Beautiful French Louis XV Walnut Bergere Chair and Matching Ottoman
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful American-made French style chair. The chair is matched with its own ottoman and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Walnut
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Bergere And Ottoman For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic bergere and ottoman available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and hardwood, every bergere and ottoman was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the bergere and ottoman you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each bergere and ottoman bearing Louis XV, Louis XVI or Georgian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made bergere and ottoman has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Chateau d'Ax and Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell are consistently popular.
How Much is a Bergere And Ottoman?
The average selling price for a bergere and ottoman at 1stDibs is $3,625, while they’re typically $995 on the low end and $12,405 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Bergere And Ottoman
- What is a Bergere suite?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A Bergère suite is a matching set of bergère armchairs. These chairs exude comfort. Bergère armchairs originated in France and date back to the late 17th and early 18th centuries. There are at least three types of bergère chairs: bergère à la reine, which features high armrests, a straight back and sides that slope down to the arms; a shorter bergère cabriolet; and the bergère marquise, which is usually smaller with a low and curved back. Find a variety of antique and vintage bergère chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bergere chair?1 Answer
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022While both styles are upholstered chairs with exposed wooden frames, there is one subtle difference between the fauteuil and the bergere. A fauteuil is open on the sides, while a bergere has upholstered panels closing off the arms and the seat. Shop a collection of furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a cocktail ottoman?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Ottomans are used as footstools, but can also be used as a makeshift side table, perhaps to be used for resting cocktails. They usually have four short but wide legs providing stability and ease of mobility. 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 glass of wine. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary cocktail ottomans from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Ottomans can be used as seats, footstools or for storage.
- Can you sit on an ottoman?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can sit on an ottoman, though it may not be very comfortable for long periods of time because they don't have backings like sofas and chairs do. Ottomans are typically used as footrests, but there is no rule against sitting on them.Casa QuietaFebruary 26, 2021Sure you can, however it does not have a backrest witch can make it not so comfortable for a larger period of time
- What is the point of an ottoman?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The point of an ottoman is mainly to provide a place for you to rest your feet so that you can relax with your legs elevated. 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. Large ottomans can also double as extra seats, and some have hidden storage for throws, pillows and other items. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of ottomans.
NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021There is no difference - the term Ottoman and Turkish are interchangeable when talking about rugs.- 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
The difference between a hassock and an ottoman is that a hassock does not have storage, and an ottoman does. Both pieces can be large or small and have legs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.
- Did the Ottoman Empire have art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the Ottoman Empire had incredible works of art that have a distinctive flair and are well-regarded around the globe. The Ottoman Empire lasted from roughly about 1300 to 1923 and was a dominant culture for a time. From tapestries to mosaics, detailed jewelry to dramatic paintings, the Ottoman Empire was an era of fantastic works of art that were influenced by a vast variety of cultures. Shop a collection of Ottoman Empire art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is an ottoman a coffee table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021If you do not have a coffee table, an ottoman tray is a great way to make an ottoman more functional and turn it into a coffee table. It is important for the tray shape to mirror the shape of the ottoman and the size should be bigger than half the dimensions of the ottoman.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Footrests are called ottomans due to their origins. Traders from Turkey in the Ottoman Empire introduced footrests to Europe during the late 18th century. On 1stDibs, find a range of ottomans.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, an ottoman can be used as a footstool. 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. On 1stDibs, find a collection of ottomans.
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