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Footstool Silver Steel and Black Saddle Leather, Modern Style, Hug Collection
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary footstool and ottoman is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility of th...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Footstools
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 18.2 in W 25.2 in D 19.7 in
Mid-Century Modern Hollis Jones Lucite and Leather Stools with Metal Footrest
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Wichita, KS
These rare mid-century lucite and metal barstools are attributed to Charles Hollis Jones. The white leather is in good shape for its age and the footrests are made of thick metal. Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
1970s Leather Pouf or Stool, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- with inner space
- good original condition
- storage space 28x36
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
Pair of 1950s Paul McCobb for Directional Navy X-Base Brass Stool or Ottomans
By Paul McCobb
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of 1950s Paul McCobb for Directional Furniture X-base stools or ottomans. This pair of stools feature a recently reupholstered in beautiful navy blue Herman Miller leather up...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 17.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Hippopotamus by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie & Fitch - 1960s
By Dimitri Omersa
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
Magnificent Leather Hippopotamus Designed in the 1960s by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie & Fitch.
This hypopotamus is part of a whole series of different leather animals created by O...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Oversized Tufted Distressed Leather Ottoman/Coffee Table On Turned Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Oversized Tufted Distressed Leather Ottoman/Coffee table on Turned Legs
This vintage oversized tufted distressed leather ottoman can serves as a coffee table or ottoman. Sup...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
H 17.5 in W 49 in D 49 in
De Sede DS-80 Taupe Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf. The pouf is in very good condition with lovely patina, high seating comfort.
Free DHL shipping
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
De Sede Gris Grey Patchwork Leather Storage Pouf, Ottoman, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede storage pouf. The pouf is in very good condition with lovely patina, high seating comfort.
Detailed condition: Very good, this vintage item ha...
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
H 13.78 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
NEW! Dooq! Modern Carmel Pouf Rectangular in White Bouclé and Wood Feet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Marking a milestone for Dooq Details, the Carmel Modular Couch introduces the brand’s first-ever modular sofa. Composed of 12 versatile modules, Carmel allows endless configurations,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
H 16.15 in W 22.84 in D 39.38 in
NEW! Dooq! Modern Carmel Pouf Square White Bouclé and Wood Feet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Marking a milestone for Dooq Details, the Carmel Modular Couch introduces the brand’s first-ever modular sofa. Composed of 12 versatile modules, Carmel allows endless configurations,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Marelli River Pouf by Giovanni Montessoro
By Marelli
Located in Boston, MA
The River poufs handcrafted and manufactured with high-quality materials are perfect for your home.
Leather Lusso Acquario Marrone
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Luxurious, comfortable, gray leather vintage footstool
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered this luxurious, comfortable, grey leather vintage footstool.
A leather footstool, also called a footstool, turns your already comfortable armchair into a true relaxation par...
Category
20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Ottomans circa 1979 Pair Available
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Barcelona Stools or Ottomans, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa 1979. Signed with Knoll labels underneath. Please note they have some cat scratch...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Shearling Footstool in Dune by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Functionality combined with elegance, the Ottoman X is a versatile piece of sculptural furniture. Cozy and inviting plush wool shearling has a textural hand and a soft feel. Its roun...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
large leather pouf in shape of a turtle, 1970
Located in Hamburg, DE
This large leather pouf, crafted in the shape of a turtle, is a charming vintage piece from the 1970s. It features a colorful patchwork shell made from various shades of suede, givin...
Category
Vintage 1970s Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Moroso DEW Large Ottoman by Nendo
By Nendo, Moroso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A round ottoman as a drop of water, where surface tension lines are transformed into a network of strips of leather. As for some optical works of the ’50s, Nendo studied perceptual p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Mid Century F588 Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 60s
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable midcentury Artifort lounge chair, model F588, with Ottoman.
This set is designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's.
It is has the o...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 37.01 in W 37.01 in D 36.23 in
De Sede Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
De Sede patchwork leather ottoman in varying shades / patina of green
Priced individually
Multiple colors available.
*Sage ottoman with storage, not in stock
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Lighted Giò Pouf by Giò Colonna Romano
Located in Geneve, CH
Lighted Giò Pouf by Giò Colonna Romano
Dimensions: Ø 145 x H 53 cm. Seat Height: 53 cm.
Materials: Polyethylene and eco-leather.
Weight: 29 kg.
Extra shipping costs will occur due ...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Other
Bol Pouf by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Bol Pouf by Doimo Brasil
Dimensions: D 50 x H 45 cm
Materials: Leather.
Also available in D 90 x H 34 cm, D 110 x H 34 cm, D 130 x H 34 cm.
With the intention of providing good ta...
Category
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
De Sede Navy Blue Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning navy blue leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful light patina. Gorgeous accent piece. Good vintage condition with soft...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Pouf Skull – Unique Swedish Contemporary Textile Sculpture by Andréason & Leibel
By Andréason & Leibel
Located in Arlöv, SE
A big and gentle pouf with a distinctive presence, energizing any environment it is put in. Smooth, sculptural, graphic, and bold, it is the result of merging modern technology with ...
Category
2010s Swedish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
H 16.54 in W 23.63 in D 18.51 in
Pierre Guariche Pair of Minotaur Stools, France 1960's
By Pierre Guariche
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Minotaur stools in leather with black enameled steel bases.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
De Sede Slate Blue Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful slate blue leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina or varying hues of blues and greys. Gorgeous accent pi...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Gratz Industries TG-19 Ottoman in Dark Brown Leather with Blackened Frames
By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a TG-19 Sling Ottoman in dark brown leather with a blackened frame, produced by Gratz Industries. The ottoman was designed by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley in 1952 as part of...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
20"Ø x 5" Puck Floor Cushion in Storm Nubuck Leather by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Additional seating that is designed to exude luxury in a transitional and inviting space. Wake up your room and chill zones with these stackable low-profile circular floor cushions t...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Patchwork Teal Tiffany Pouf by Lorenza Bozzoli
By Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
Lorenza Bozzoli Couture presents a limited-edition collection characterized by an extremely soft design, eclectic and distinctly retro. The new Fur Collection offers the Couture icon...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Capper Bench- 84" by Phase Design, Fabric
By Reza Feiz, Phase Design
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Listed price is for the capper bench- 84" and comfort zone by HBF fabric.
COM is also available, with a List price of $ 5,610.00.
Prices exclude packing.
The common language of “...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
Junior Ottoman X by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Encased in a magnificent shearling coat, this Moses Nadel Ottoman X Junior can be used as an ottoman or simply an everyday item with its unique abstractness. Admire the detail of the...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Queen Ottoman X by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Encased in a magnificent shearling coat, this Moses Nadel Ottoman X Queen can be used as an ottoman or simply an everyday item with its unique abstractness. As opposed to the Junior ...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Domino Fabric and Leather Pouf MODO10 Collection
By Franco Bianchini
Located in Milan, IT
Place this upholstered pouf in front of a couch or chair and pop up your legs after a long day. This round pouf with a flat surface is upholstered in fabric with a diamond-shaped pat...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Leather
De Sede DS-5 Large Ottoman in Snow Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By Antonella Scarpitta, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Life becomes a lot easier when you take a deep breath and decelerate your everyday life. Who better to translate this into a formal language than a master of her trade? Antonella Sca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
H 14.97 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Ottoman by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
Together with the armchair and sofa already featured in a Tacchini re-edition in 2015, the Sesann ottoman continues the story of a vision of contemporary living that invites you to a...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
De Sede DS-7 Large Ottoman in Snow Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By Antonella Scarpitta, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A strong interpretation of the lounge idea; timeless everyday object and showpiece at the same time. The high seating comfort and the many possible uses are striking. Clear contours ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
H 14.97 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Bombo "M" Pouf/Side TableDesigned by Nestor Perkal for Oscar Maschera
By Oscar Maschera, Nestor Perkal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
First, there was an encounter between a designer,
Nestor Perkal, and the Oscar Maschera company. Then, there was
Argentina, his native land. While working with the company on
leather...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-5 Small Ottoman in Snow Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By Antonella Scarpitta, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Life becomes a lot easier when you take a deep breath and decelerate your everyday life. Who better to translate this into a formal language than a master of her trade? Antonella Sca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
H 14.97 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
De Sede DS-760 Small Ottoman in Taupe Upholstery by Geckeler Michels
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
According to the motto “less is more” the DS-760 Pouf presents itself unobtrusively, but nevertheless as an eye-catcher. Not only its two form variations show that the stool can be p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Art Deco Adonis Pouf Ottoman Leather Faux Fur Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Adonis Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
A comfy pouf stool with a Mediterranean touch. Upholstered in grey dyed leather and grey faux fur, A...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Faux Fur
De Sede DS-144 Stool in Taupe Upholstery by Werner Aisslinger
By Werner Aisslinger, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sit the way you would sit in a racing car. Minimalist, streamlined lan guage of design for maximum seating comfort: sitting in the lounge chair is like sitting in a quick, sleek spee...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Stools
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-160 Stool in Turquoise Leather Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Five individual elements, each measuring 80 x 80 cm, form the basis of the seating landscape: various varia tions of armchairs with or without armrests as well as in termediate eleme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Stools
Materials
Leather
H 17.33 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Palm Springs Ottoman by Anderssen & Voll
Located in Geneve, CH
Palm springs ottoman by Anderssen & Voll
Materials: Polyurethane foam of different densities, covered with fabric or leather. Base in bronze lacquered metal.
Technique: Lacquered m...
Category
2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Capper Bench- 56" by Phase Design, Fabric
By Reza Feiz, Phase Design
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Listed price is for the Capper Bench- 56" and Comfort Zone by HBF fabric.
COM is also available, with a List price of $ 4,430.00.
Prices exclude packing.
The common language of “...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
Burlington Pouf by Madheke
Located in Geneve, CH
Burlington pouf by Madheke
Dimensions: D 60 x W 62.2 x H 45 cm
Materials: Leather, wood.
Classic soft leather woven seat with brass base detail.
Reflecting the finest in craf...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Steel Ottoman Mies Van Der Rohe Style with Grain White Leather, Italy, 1979
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian steel ottoman in the style of Mies Van Der Rohe. It consists of a steel structure and four tube legs. The seat is made of foam and reupholstered with white grain leather and ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
H 14.57 in W 25.2 in D 25.2 in
Gray Leather Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Steve Leonard for Brayton Intl, 1980
By Steve Leonard, Brayton International
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair gray leather lounge chairs and ottoman by Steve Leonard for Brayton International. 1980. Original leather great patina.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 34.5 in W 35 in D 39 in
Circular Stool in Bronze and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The elegance and simplicity of the circular table collection extends to a casual seat.
A sturdy but agile floating presence is created by the stool’s base, made from circular sect...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Upholstered Stool in Leather and Stainless steel metal "Linha" by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Linha collection was designed from the top to bottom. The first piece of this collection is the planter pedestal. One of the other pieces in this collection is this upholstered s...
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
H 23.63 in Dm 15.75 in
Sling Ottoman in Solid Walnut, Satin Nickel and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
A club chair anchors a living space and gives it personality. Seen from across a room, it invites relaxation, contemplation, and introspection while setting the mood. The Sling chair...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Tufted Large Black Leather Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern large black leather ottoman. Comfortable tufted top, perfect addition to any living room.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Lee Pouf
Located in Paris, FR
Pouf Lee upholstered and covered with brown genuine leather
with visible stitching. Base in polished stainless steel in gold finish.
Also available on request with other leather colo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Contemporary Round Leather Ottoman with Fringe Detail
By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC
Located in Miami, FL
The TAGLIA round leather ottoman introduces the timeless fashion element of fringes to haute furniture design. This little playful round ottoman with a curved seat is surrounded by a...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Contemporary Square Leather Ottoman with Fringe Detail
By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC
Located in Miami, FL
The TAGLIA introduces the timeless fashion element of fringes to haute furniture design. This little playful square ottoman with a curved seat is surrounded by a dense skirt of Nabuk...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966
Custom gray leather (original); original nickel finish. Ottoman retains original clear acrylic feet. The maste...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Nickel
Modern Italian Re-vive Lounge Chair and Ottoman By Natuzzi Newly Upholstered
By Natuzzi
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern Italian White Quilted Leather Re-vive Lounge Chair and Ottoman By Natuzzi Newly Upholstered in a High End Full Grain Soft Italian White Leather - Set of 2
The Natuzzi Re-v...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Rocha A Carpanese Home Italia Upholstered Pouff Modern 21st Century
By Carpanese Home Italia
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
This pretty pouff is completely upholstered and the peculiarity lies in the possibility of mixing and matching different types of fabrics and colors. Its shape recalls a tetris' comp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Chic White Hide and Blackened Steel 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tambour ottoman is a welcome change from the traditional coffee table. This inviting, versatile piece can be used to sit, relax, but also as a regular coffee table: Just add a la...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Chic White Hide and Blackened Steel 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tambour ottoman is a welcome change from the traditional coffee table. This inviting, versatile piece can be used to sit, relax, but also as a regular coffee table: Just add a la...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Circular Stool in Gunmetal and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The elegance and simplicity of the Circular Table Collection extends to a casual seat.
A sturdy but agile floating presence is created by the stool’s base, made from circular sect...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Footstool Silver Steel & Black Saddle Leather Organic Style Auction
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary footstool and ottoman is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility of th...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Footstools
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 18.2 in W 25.2 in D 19.7 in
Throne Style Ottoman with Curved Seat
By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC
Located in Miami, FL
The THRONE Ottoman: The shape of this timeless ottoman with its curved seat exudes luxury and sophistication. The elliptical base provides stability and is an elegant complement to t...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
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Gray Leather Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of gray leather ottomans and poufs is available at 1stDibs. We have 71 antique and vintage gray leather ottomans and poufs in-stock, while there are 56 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of gray leather ottomans and poufs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern gray leather ottomans and poufs are consistently popular styles. Not every interior allows for large gray leather ottomans and poufs, so small gray leather ottomans and poufs measuring 1 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made gray leather ottomans and poufs over the years, but those made by De Sede, Moses Nadel and Knoll are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Gray Leather Ottomans and Poufs?
Prices for gray leather ottomans and poufs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, gray leather ottomans and poufs begin at $280 and can go as high as $28,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,379.
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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