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Italian Mid-Century Ottoman by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, 1970s
Italian Mid-Century Ottoman by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, 1970s

Italian Mid-Century Ottoman by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, 1970s

By Formanova, Gianni Moscatelli

Located in Berlin, DE

A sophisticated Mid-Century ottoman designed by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, Italy, around 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Ottoman, Walnut, Reupholstered, Italy, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman, Walnut, Reupholstered, Italy, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Ottoman, Walnut, Reupholstered, Italy, 1950s

Located in Houston, TX

This is a very comfortable ottoman from Italy. The seat has been reupholstered with light fabric. It rests on two connected legs on each side. Italy, c. 1950s 25"w x 20"d x 18"h Th...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Franco Albini Attrib. Wicker Rattan Ottoman Pouf, Italy, Mid-Century
Franco Albini Attrib. Wicker Rattan Ottoman Pouf, Italy, Mid-Century

Franco Albini Attrib. Wicker Rattan Ottoman Pouf, Italy, Mid-Century

By Franco Albini

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Italian wicker rattan ottoman pouf in black, attributed to designer Franco Albini, circa mid-20th century, Italy.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Ottoman in Italian Walnut with Red Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman in Italian Walnut with Red Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Ottoman in Italian Walnut with Red Upholstery

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century Italian walnut rectangular ottoman with muted red fabric upholstered seat and piping, standing on four tapered legs.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Upholstery

Mid-Century Italian wood & purple fabric Low Stool or Ottoman
Mid-Century Italian wood & purple fabric Low Stool or Ottoman

Mid-Century Italian wood & purple fabric Low Stool or Ottoman

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This stool features a wood frame and is reupholstered in purple fabric. Ideal as ottoman or serving stool. Very good condition with reupholstered fabric seating.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Style Giltwood & Leopard Velvet Ottomans Pair
Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Style Giltwood & Leopard Velvet Ottomans Pair

Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Style Giltwood & Leopard Velvet Ottomans Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a pair of mid-century Italian carved giltwood ottomans with new leopard velvet upholstery.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Giltwood

Franco Albini Mid-Century Organic Modern Italian Rattan Pouf Ottoman
Franco Albini Mid-Century Organic Modern Italian Rattan Pouf Ottoman

Franco Albini Mid-Century Organic Modern Italian Rattan Pouf Ottoman

By Franco Albini

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century Organic Modern bent rattan pouf ottoman, footstool, or side table Designed by Franco Albini Italy, 1950s Measures: 24"W x 24"D x 14.5"H.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Italian Round Ottoman Pouf in Woven Rattan and Wood, Italy 1970s
Mid-Century Italian Round Ottoman Pouf in Woven Rattan and Wood, Italy 1970s

Mid-Century Italian Round Ottoman Pouf in Woven Rattan and Wood, Italy 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful French Riviera style pouf stool completely made in hand-woven rattan with walnut wood feet. This delightful organic object can also be used as stylish side table, it was de...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker

Franco Albini Mid-Century Organic Modern Italian Rattan Pouf Ottoman
Franco Albini Mid-Century Organic Modern Italian Rattan Pouf Ottoman

Franco Albini Mid-Century Organic Modern Italian Rattan Pouf Ottoman

By Franco Albini

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century Organic Modern bent rattan pouf ottoman, footstool, or side table Designed by Franco Albini Italy, 1950s Measures: 19"W x 19"D x 11.5"H.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Stools / Ottomans Attr Tomaso Buzzi
Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Stools / Ottomans Attr Tomaso Buzzi

Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Stools / Ottomans Attr Tomaso Buzzi

By Tomaso Buzzi

Located in New York, NY

Rare and stylish pair of Italian early mid-century Italian modern neoclassical stools / poofs or benches from the 'Novecento' period with red ball feet attributed to Tomaso Buzzi.

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Italian Pink Painted Fruitwood French Louis XVI Style Ottoman Stool
Mid-Century Italian Pink Painted Fruitwood French Louis XVI Style Ottoman Stool

Mid-Century Italian Pink Painted Fruitwood French Louis XVI Style Ottoman Stool

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a charming Italian ottoman with a newly upholstered seat in pink linen. The fruitwood frame is a vintage pink and green paint. The piece itself has French Louis XVI 18th cent...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Linen, Fruitwood

Mid-Century Modern Italian ivory skai & Wood Ottomans, 1950s, Set of 2
Mid-Century Modern Italian ivory skai & Wood Ottomans, 1950s, Set of 2

Mid-Century Modern Italian ivory skai & Wood Ottomans, 1950s, Set of 2

By Ico Parisi

Located in Varese, Lombardia

Pair of bedroom stools also usable as ottomans. Stained wood structure with cushioned seats upholstered in white ivory skai with fake leather relief. The wooden structures have been ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood, Faux Leather

Tito Agnoli Mid-Century Pouf, Ottoman in Rattan, Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1960s
Tito Agnoli Mid-Century Pouf, Ottoman in Rattan, Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1960s

Tito Agnoli Mid-Century Pouf, Ottoman in Rattan, Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1960s

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Roma, IT

This incredibly rare and versatile piece can be used either as a stool or as an ottoman. This unique pouf will make a great addition to a Mid-Century organic porch or a French Rivie...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Franco Albini Mid-Century Organic Modern Italian Rattan Pouf Ottomans, Pair
Franco Albini Mid-Century Organic Modern Italian Rattan Pouf Ottomans, Pair

Franco Albini Mid-Century Organic Modern Italian Rattan Pouf Ottomans, Pair

By Franco Albini

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of mid-century Organic Modern bent rattan pouf ottomans, footstools, or side tables Designed by Franco Albini Italy, 1950s Each measures: 24"W x 24"D x 14.5"H.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Brown Grey Black Ottoman Stool 1970s Italy
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Brown Grey Black Ottoman Stool 1970s Italy

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Brown Grey Black Ottoman Stool 1970s Italy

By De Sede

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid-Century Modern vintage ottoman or stool De Sede style from patinated brown grey black leather with black plastic feet Italy 1970s.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Italian Ottomans with Tripod Legs C1960
Pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Italian Ottomans with Tripod Legs C1960

Pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Italian Ottomans with Tripod Legs C1960

By Gio Ponti

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous pair of Italian Ottomans in the style of Gio Ponti. Three legged and recently recovered, 3 yrs ago, in black & white cotton velvet. Minor dime size stain on one. Otherwi...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Trio of Mid Century Italian Modern Poufs or Ottomans, Set of 3
Trio of Mid Century Italian Modern Poufs or Ottomans, Set of 3

Trio of Mid Century Italian Modern Poufs or Ottomans, Set of 3

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A vintage 1980's set of three poufs. All in very good original condition. Price includes set of 3.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Mid Century Modern Ottomans or Poufs by Pier Luigi Colli, Italy 1950s
Pair of Mid Century Modern Ottomans or Poufs by Pier Luigi Colli, Italy 1950s

Pair of Mid Century Modern Ottomans or Poufs by Pier Luigi Colli, Italy 1950s

By Pier Luigi Colli

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a stunning pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern hand-hammered and gilt iron benches / stools / poufs / ottomans by Pier Luigi Colli.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Alabaster, Wrought Iron

Italian, Pair of ottomans
Italian, Pair of ottomans

Italian, Pair of ottomans

Located in London, GB

c.1950s Wood and padded vinyl leather Item to be reupholstered in customer's choice of fabric H37 x W45 x D39 cm

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian Modern, Ottomans, Fabric, Painted Wood, Italy, 1930s
Italian Modern, Ottomans, Fabric, Painted Wood, Italy, 1930s

Italian Modern, Ottomans, Fabric, Painted Wood, Italy, 1930s

Located in Stamford, CT

Italian Mid-Century Modern, Ottomans, Fabric, Painted Wood, Italy, 1930s Pair of footstools or ottomans designed and produced in Italy in the early part of the 20th century.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair Italian Leather Ottomans, 1960
Pair Italian Leather Ottomans, 1960

Pair Italian Leather Ottomans, 1960

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair Italian Leather Ottomans, 1960s Measure 23.25” x 23.25” 14.5” tall

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Leather Bulldog Ottoman by Abercrombie & Fitch
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Leather Bulldog Ottoman by Abercrombie & Fitch

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Leather Bulldog Ottoman by Abercrombie & Fitch

By Dimitri Omersa, Abercrombie & Fitch

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous ottoman by Abercrombie and Fitch in the form of a bulldog. Unbelievably cute, such a face! In excellent vintage condition as this was recolored just recently. Designed by Di...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Italian Ottoman in Red Chenille
Italian Ottoman in Red Chenille

Italian Ottoman in Red Chenille

Located in Buchanan, NY

A sleek Italian ottoman in red chenille. Bring a modern flair to your home with this stylish Italian ottoman upholstered in bold red chenille and supported by sleek black metal legs....

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chenille

Ma39 Ottoman in Carved Wood Sheep, Italy, 21st Century
Ma39 Ottoman in Carved Wood Sheep, Italy, 21st Century

Ma39 Ottoman in Carved Wood Sheep, Italy, 21st Century

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ma39 ottoman in carved wood, Italy, 21st century Customized item: Material, color fabric, fabric. Available 2.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...

Materials

Wood

Franco Albini Split Reed ottoman or pouf collection (6) Classic Mid Century
Franco Albini Split Reed ottoman or pouf collection (6) Classic Mid Century

Franco Albini Split Reed ottoman or pouf collection (6) Classic Mid Century

By Mauro Bonacina 1

Located in Buffalo, NY

Franco Albini, Large vintage mid-century rattan cane 'Lobster Pot' Ottoman stool ... airy appearance sturdy and stable . . Split reed ottoman/pouf with solid maple legs that extend ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Reed

Mid Century Modern Chrome w White Faux Patent Leather Swiveling Ottomans
Mid Century Modern Chrome w White Faux Patent Leather Swiveling Ottomans

Mid Century Modern Chrome w White Faux Patent Leather Swiveling Ottomans

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic pair of Swiveling Ottomans from Italy C1970. Large spacious square seat area of 22x 22 with a Height of 17 sitting on a heavy weighed round chrome base. Very sturdy. Will p...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair Of Italian Chiavari Brass Ottomans
Pair Of Italian Chiavari Brass Ottomans

Pair Of Italian Chiavari Brass Ottomans

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of Itlalian Chiavari Brass Ottomans. Offered is a matching pair of mid-century Italian brass Chiavari ottomans, poufs or footstools with three legs, a shell design and cabriole ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Palladio Italian Baroque Gilt Iron Vanity Stool, Mid-Century 1950
Palladio Italian Baroque Gilt Iron Vanity Stool, Mid-Century 1950

Palladio Italian Baroque Gilt Iron Vanity Stool, Mid-Century 1950

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Baroque-style mid-century (circa 1950) Rope and Tassel vanity stool with a gilt iron frame and unattached purple pink and green plaid seat cushion. (Palladio, Italy).

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Iconic Vintage Rattan Ottoman, Italy, 1950-1960
Iconic Vintage Rattan Ottoman, Italy, 1950-1960

Iconic Vintage Rattan Ottoman, Italy, 1950-1960

By Franco Albini

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Mid-century wicker rattan ottoman Italy, ’50 - ’60 Measures: Diameter : 76 cm; Height : 38 cm Iconic Mid-century ottoman, in the style of Italian designer Franco Albini.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Postmodern Italian Ottoman After Ichiro Iwasaki for Arper Italy Reupholstered
Postmodern Italian Ottoman After Ichiro Iwasaki for Arper Italy Reupholstered

Postmodern Italian Ottoman After Ichiro Iwasaki for Arper Italy Reupholstered

Located in Chicago, IL

Postmodern Italian Ottoman Styled After Ichiro Iwasaki for Arper Italy Newly Reupholstered in a Blue Chenille Its sleek design and high-quality craftsmanship make it a perfect addit...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chenille, Upholstery

Pair Of Italian Modern Ottomans With Brass Legs
Pair Of Italian Modern Ottomans With Brass Legs

Pair Of Italian Modern Ottomans With Brass Legs

By Gio Ponti

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of Italian Modern Ottomans With Brass Legs. Offered is a beautiful pair of mid-century Italian Gio Ponti inspired round ottomans or poufs with spalyed brass legs professionally ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

1950s Italian Ottoman in Brass and Patterned Upholstery
1950s Italian Ottoman in Brass and Patterned Upholstery

1950s Italian Ottoman in Brass and Patterned Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Stool or ottoman, lacquered brass, brass, fabric, Italy, 1950s This elegant Italian ottoman from the 1950s beautifully reflects the refined spirit of mid-century design.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century French Louis XVI Style Pink And Gilt Venetian Ottomans / Stools - 2
Mid-Century French Louis XVI Style Pink And Gilt Venetian Ottomans / Stools - 2

Mid-Century French Louis XVI Style Pink And Gilt Venetian Ottomans / Stools - 2

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a pair of mid-century Venetian Louis XV style ottomans. They are painted pink with gilt floral accents and trim. Sadly, the upholstery is in need of replacing. They are unmar...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Poplar

Guglielmo Pecorini, Stained Wood, Beige Velvet, Ottoman, Italy, 1950s
Guglielmo Pecorini, Stained Wood, Beige Velvet, Ottoman, Italy, 1950s

Guglielmo Pecorini, Stained Wood, Beige Velvet, Ottoman, Italy, 1950s

By Giorgio Pecorini

Located in Stamford, CT

Guglielmo Pecorini, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Stained Wood, Beige Velvet, Ottoman, Italy, 1950s A velvet and wood ottoman designed by Guglielmo Pecorini and produced in Italy c. 1...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Marco Zanuso Ottoman, Brass tubular, fabric. Arflex, 1950, Italy.
Marco Zanuso Ottoman, Brass tubular, fabric. Arflex, 1950, Italy.

Marco Zanuso Ottoman, Brass tubular, fabric. Arflex, 1950, Italy.

By Marco Zanuso, Arflex

Located in Wolfurt, AT

Footstool, Ottoman matching to Lady and Senior Chairs by Marco Zanuso, Arflex Italy, 1951 Feel free to ask for more images or a quote for shipping.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

DeSede Patchwork Leather Stools Mid Century Italian Modern Caramel Color
DeSede Patchwork Leather Stools Mid Century Italian Modern Caramel Color

DeSede Patchwork Leather Stools Mid Century Italian Modern Caramel Color

By De Sede

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Perfectly Patinated Patchwork Leather Stools or Ottomans, attributed to DeSede, unsigned, Italy, circa 1970s. New foam recently installed. Firm and ready to use.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Large Italian Tufted Ottoman in Grey Velvet and Brass, 1950s
Large Italian Tufted Ottoman in Grey Velvet and Brass, 1950s

Large Italian Tufted Ottoman in Grey Velvet and Brass, 1950s

Located in Meda, MB

Elegant Italian ottoman produced in the 1950s, distinguished by its generous proportions and refined combination of materials. Recently upholstered in a luxurious grey velvet with a ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Oversized Rectangular Ottoman in Clarence House Italian Zebra Velvet
Oversized Rectangular Ottoman in Clarence House Italian Zebra Velvet

Oversized Rectangular Ottoman in Clarence House Italian Zebra Velvet

Located in Malibu, CA

Custom-made Ottoman with hardwood construction, newly upholstered in Clarence House mocha brown & oyster velvet, made in Italy. A sleek, modern ottoman upholstered in Clarence H...

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Round Pouf Franco Albini 1950s Italian Mid-century Design
Round Pouf Franco Albini 1950s Italian Mid-century Design

Round Pouf Franco Albini 1950s Italian Mid-century Design

By Franco Albini

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Detail Round pouf with cushion i ìn calfskin leather , Italy 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Pair Of Italian Gray Velvet Ottomans With Black Trim
Vintage Pair Of Italian Gray Velvet Ottomans With Black Trim

Vintage Pair Of Italian Gray Velvet Ottomans With Black Trim

Located in Prato, Tuscany

We kindly invite you to read the entire description, as we provide detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. This refined pair of Italian...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Vintage Italian Ottoman or Bench Attributed to Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Vintage Italian Ottoman or Bench Attributed to Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Vintage Italian Ottoman or Bench Attributed to Afra & Tobia Scarpa

By Ico Parisi, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage Italian walnut ottoman or bench attributed to Afra & Tobia Scarpa. This handsome organic modern/Brutalist ottoman, bench or stool has been newly upholstered in green velvet.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Italian Mid-Century Modern Pouf with Nutwood Frame, 1964
Italian Mid-Century Modern Pouf with Nutwood Frame, 1964

Italian Mid-Century Modern Pouf with Nutwood Frame, 1964

Located in bari, IT

A classic 1960s Italian pouf light walnut wood frame with fabric mid-1960s production

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Nutwood

Rodolfo Dordoni 'Sail Out' Outdoor Ottoman for Cassina, Italy, new
Rodolfo Dordoni 'Sail Out' Outdoor Ottoman for Cassina, Italy, new

Rodolfo Dordoni 'Sail Out' Outdoor Ottoman for Cassina, Italy, new

By Cassina, Rodolfo Dordoni

Located in Berlin, DE

Prices vary dependent on the chosen material/color. Ottoman designed by Rodolfo Dordoni in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Round pouf from Sail Out Outdoor collection, in tw...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage White Plastic Seat Ottoman with Cast Brass Legs, Italy
Vintage White Plastic Seat Ottoman with Cast Brass Legs, Italy

Vintage White Plastic Seat Ottoman with Cast Brass Legs, Italy

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1950s. This ottoman features a white plastic material seat and gilded cast brass legs. It may show slight traces of use like the slight traces of oxidation on brass t...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Tito Agnoli Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s
Tito Agnoli Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s

Tito Agnoli Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s

By Franca Helg

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous Mid-Century organic pouf or side table, fully made of curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This stylish French Riviera style pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli and produced in...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Italian Modernist Gio Ponti Style Gilt Brass Ottoman / Stool, 1960's
Italian Modernist Gio Ponti Style Gilt Brass Ottoman / Stool, 1960's

Italian Modernist Gio Ponti Style Gilt Brass Ottoman / Stool, 1960's

By Gio Ponti

Located in Rochester, NY

Mid 20th century modernist ottoman / stool w/ beautiful sleek sculptural glowing gilt brass metal legs and the original decorated oval vinyl seat.

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Pouf Stool Franco Albini Italy, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Pouf Stool Franco Albini Italy, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Pouf Stool Franco Albini Italy, 1950s

By Franco Albini

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern Organic vintage rattan pouf or stool design attributed to Franco Albini. Italy 1950s. A charming rattan stool or foot stool in beautiful shape. Stable and sturdy...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Stools/Poufs in Wood and Bouclé Fabric
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Stools/Poufs in Wood and Bouclé Fabric

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Stools/Poufs in Wood and Bouclé Fabric

By Gio Ponti

Located in Argelato, BO

Pair of elegant Mid-Century Italian stools, in wood and Bouclé fabric

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian mid-century modern Round pouf with hidden compartment by Pozzi, 1960s
Italian mid-century modern Round pouf with hidden compartment by Pozzi, 1960s

Italian mid-century modern Round pouf with hidden compartment by Pozzi, 1960s

By Pozzi

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern Round pouf with hidden compartment by Pozzi, 1960s Round table pouf in fabric and wood. The seat is padded and covered with beige background fabric with br...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Barcelona Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe for Alivar
Barcelona Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe for Alivar

Barcelona Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe for Alivar

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Alivar

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The iconic Barcelona ottoman from Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Alivar, Italy. The ottoman has an X-shaped base with a polished chrome finish. The cushion features a black leather tuf...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Red Round Pouf Stool by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s
Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Red Round Pouf Stool by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s

Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Red Round Pouf Stool by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous Mid-Century organic pouf or side table fully made in curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This incredibly rare French Riviera style pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli in Ital...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Steel Ottoman Mies Van Der Rohe Style with Grain White Leather, Italy, 1979
Steel Ottoman Mies Van Der Rohe Style with Grain White Leather, Italy, 1979

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 ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Italian Mid Century Barcelona Pouf by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s
Italian Mid Century Barcelona Pouf by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s

Italian Mid Century Barcelona Pouf by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Mid-Century Modern white leather Barcelona pouf or footrest by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s. Pouf or footrest mod. Barcelona with polyurethane foam seat covered in whit...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

20th Century, Ettore Sottsass Pair of Ottomans Mod Dado T29 for Poltronova 1960s
20th Century, Ettore Sottsass Pair of Ottomans Mod Dado T29 for Poltronova 1960s

20th Century, Ettore Sottsass Pair of Ottomans Mod Dado T29 for Poltronova 1960s

By Poltronova, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Ettore Sottsass grew up in Turin, and graduated in architecture from the Turin Polytechnic in 1939. In 1947, he founded his own studio in Milan. In 1956, Sottsass moved to New York w...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood

Ottoman in wool boucle, wood and brass
Ottoman in wool boucle, wood and brass

Ottoman in wool boucle, wood and brass

Located in London, GB

Ottoman in wool boucle, beech wood and brass

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Pr. Franco Albini  Bamboo Reed Stools Ottoman Tables
Pr. Franco Albini  Bamboo Reed Stools Ottoman Tables

Pr. Franco Albini Bamboo Reed Stools Ottoman Tables

By Franco Albini

Located in New York, NY

Pair of bamboo, willow reed ottomans, stools, tables. designed by Franco Albini. Interestingly, the original owner had glass tops custom made, to use these as end, or side tables, th...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Bamboo, Glass

Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Ottoman, Cassina, 1970s
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Ottoman, Cassina, 1970s

Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Ottoman, Cassina, 1970s

By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Paris, FR

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana A very beautiful ottoman of square shape with rounded corners. Covered with its original brown velvet in very good condition. On four castor feet....

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Velvet

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Italian Ottoman
Italian Ottoman

Italian Ottoman

Unavailable

H 19 in Dm 31 in

Italian Ottoman

Located in Nashville, TN

This mid-century Italian cage design ottoman is made of wood and gilded with a tufted gray velvet upholstered cushion top.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Large Pouf Ottoman 1950 by Fornasetti, Italy, Wheels Mid Century XXL Fabric
Large Pouf Ottoman 1950 by Fornasetti, Italy, Wheels Mid Century XXL Fabric

Large Pouf Ottoman 1950 by Fornasetti, Italy, Wheels Mid Century XXL Fabric

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in L'Isle sur la Sorgue, FR

Beautiful and large pouf-ottoman by Piero Fornasetti. Italy. 1950. Perfect condition. Dimeter: 124 cm For an interior design, space age, seventies, pop, ... In the style of Willy Riz...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Wood

Large Italian Ottoman in Mohair
Large Italian Ottoman in Mohair

Large Italian Ottoman in Mohair

Unavailable

H 16 in W 36 in D 36 in

Large Italian Ottoman in Mohair

Located in Charlotte, NC

Large Carved Square Ottoman, New Mohair Cushion

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Mid-20th Century Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Pair of Italian Midcentury Designed Ottomans
Pair of Italian Midcentury Designed Ottomans

Pair of Italian Midcentury Designed Ottomans

Unavailable

H 16.93 in W 20.48 in D 11.82 in

Pair of Italian Midcentury Designed Ottomans

By G. None

Located in Zaventem, Belgium

Italian origin midcentury designed ottomans with brass elements .Dark rosewood tinted wooden base, seats refurbished and reupholstered with a yellow colored velvet.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wood

Italian Ottoman or Pouf, Stacked Pillow Motif
Italian Ottoman or Pouf, Stacked Pillow Motif

Italian Ottoman or Pouf, Stacked Pillow Motif

Unavailable

H 20.75 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in

Italian Ottoman or Pouf, Stacked Pillow Motif

Located in Atlanta, GA

Whimsical Italian ottoman/pouf. Three stacked pillow motif raised on a carved painted wood frame. Having feet carved in the form of small slippers.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Other Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1950 Mid-Century Modern Italian Big Square Pouf Center Seated
1950 Mid-Century Modern Italian Big Square Pouf Center Seated

1950 Mid-Century Modern Italian Big Square Pouf Center Seated

Unavailable

H 13.78 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in

1950 Mid-Century Modern Italian Big Square Pouf Center Seated

By Osvaldo Borsani, Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena

Located in Morbio Inferiore, CH

Totally reupholstered in 1st class deep red velvet Equipped with comfortable wheels on the underneath.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Signoria Small Ottoman
Signoria Small Ottoman

Signoria Small Ottoman

Unavailable

H 16.54 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Signoria Small Ottoman

By Turini & Werich

Located in PONTEDERA, Pisa

The perfect accessory to any sitting room, a firm yet comfortable ottoman either to put your feet up on our to use as extra seating. Works wonderfully together with its lager sister,...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Cherry, Fabric

Signoria Large Ottoman
Signoria Large Ottoman

Signoria Large Ottoman

Unavailable

H 17.72 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Signoria Large Ottoman

By Turini & Werich

Located in PONTEDERA, Pisa

Like Piazza Signora in Florence this will become like a central square in you living room, a generous ottoman that works just as well as a sofa table to put your tray and book on as ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Ottoman for lounge chair
Ottoman for lounge chair

Ottoman for lounge chair

Unavailable

H 15.36 in W 18.9 in D 21.26 in

Ottoman for lounge chair

By Marco Zanuso

Located in Meguro-ku, JP

This ottoman is a display sample made for the European lounge chair. The upholstery fabric is KINGHAM RELOADED made by Italian maker CHIVASSO. The legs are brass plated over the stee...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

1950s Ottomans with Fur
1950s Ottomans with Fur

1950s Ottomans with Fur

Unavailable

H 21.26 in W 20.87 in D 14.57 in

1950s Ottomans with Fur

Located in Brussels, BE

A rare and very elegant pair of 1950s Italian origin ottomans in dark rosewood, reupholstered with white goats fur. The palissander frame was completely restored with a handmade lust...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fur, Palisander

Unmatched Pair of Blue Ottomans
Unmatched Pair of Blue Ottomans

Unmatched Pair of Blue Ottomans

Unavailable

H 17.5 in W 27 in D 20 in

Unmatched Pair of Blue Ottomans

Located in Bronx, NY

Unmatched pair of Mid-Century Modern European leather ottomans poufs.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Ottoman for Lounge Chair
Ottoman for Lounge Chair

Ottoman for Lounge Chair

Unavailable

H 15.36 in W 18.9 in D 21.26 in

Ottoman for Lounge Chair

By Marco Zanuso

Located in Meguro-ku, JP

This ottoman is a brand new product made for the European lounge chair. The upholstery vinyl is classic texture like Naugahyde. The leg is painted silver over the steel. It is sim...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Naugahyde, Polyester

Hex No.1 Modern and Futuristic Ottoman, Fabric Stool / Mid Size Pouf
Hex No.1 Modern and Futuristic Ottoman, Fabric Stool / Mid Size Pouf

Hex No.1 Modern and Futuristic Ottoman, Fabric Stool / Mid Size Pouf

By iz-type

Located in istanbul, TR

Contrasting soft and sharp, hand-made Hex Stool No.1 is an edgy wooden frame wrapped by cushions for extra comfort. The production involves constant form study, quality management, a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric

Brass Blue Velvet Midcentury Design Ottomans
Brass Blue Velvet Midcentury Design Ottomans

Brass Blue Velvet Midcentury Design Ottomans

Unavailable

H 16.54 in W 18.12 in D 14.57 in

Brass Blue Velvet Midcentury Design Ottomans

Located in Zaventem, Belgium

Pair of brass midcentury design Italian origin ottomans. New blue colored velvet upholstery, 1950, Italy.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

Rare Caltagirone Terracotta Ottoman, Sicily 1970s
Rare Caltagirone Terracotta Ottoman, Sicily 1970s

Rare Caltagirone Terracotta Ottoman, Sicily 1970s

Unavailable

H 16.54 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Rare Caltagirone Terracotta Ottoman, Sicily 1970s

Located in London, GB

A rare Caltagirone Terracotta Ottoman hand painted in the traditional Sicilian blue, yellow and ocher tones. Sicily 1970s Excellent vintage condition

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Terracotta

Pair of Midcentury Designed Ottomans by Cesare Lacca
Pair of Midcentury Designed Ottomans by Cesare Lacca

Pair of Midcentury Designed Ottomans by Cesare Lacca

Unavailable

H 16.54 in W 21.26 in D 12.6 in

Pair of Midcentury Designed Ottomans by Cesare Lacca

By Cesare Lacca

Located in Zaventem, Belgium

Midcentury designed ottomans designed by the Italian designer Cesare Lacca, 1950. Dark rosewood tinted wooden base, seats reupholstered with a beige colored silk from Prelle, France.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wood

Rattan Pouf by Franco Albini, Italy, 1950s
Rattan Pouf by Franco Albini, Italy, 1950s

Rattan Pouf by Franco Albini, Italy, 1950s

Unavailable

H 24 in W 24 in D 15 in

Rattan Pouf by Franco Albini, Italy, 1950s

By Vittorio Bonacina, Franco Albini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful round rattan pouf or ottoman designed by Franco Albini, manufactured by Vittorio Bonacina in Italy, circa 1950. This lovely piece is very well crafted of high quality ratta...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Midcentury Gabriella Crespi Style Italian Bamboo Bench
Midcentury Gabriella Crespi Style Italian Bamboo Bench

Midcentury Gabriella Crespi Style Italian Bamboo Bench

Unavailable

H 18 in W 29.5 in D 21 in

Midcentury Gabriella Crespi Style Italian Bamboo Bench

By Gabriella Crespi

Located in Chicago, IL

Midcentury Gabriella Crespi style Italian bamboo bench/ottoman with new burlap upholstery.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Burlap, Bamboo

Tato Collection Italian Pouf, Individually Sold
Tato Collection Italian Pouf, Individually Sold

Tato Collection Italian Pouf, Individually Sold

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dimensions: W16 H12 Flexible seating or footrest in ecological flexible polyurethane, CFC free, with internal anatomical rigid structure. There are two lateral slits to keep the e...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...

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Fabric

Vintage Pouf with Wooden Structure, Fur-Lined Padding, Brass Legs, Italy, 1950s
Vintage Pouf with Wooden Structure, Fur-Lined Padding, Brass Legs, Italy, 1950s

Vintage Pouf with Wooden Structure, Fur-Lined Padding, Brass Legs, Italy, 1950s

Located in Torino, Italy

Pouf with wooden structure, fur-lined padding, brass legs. Italian production 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Guglielmo Ulrich 1940 Italian Design Stool in Super Elegant Flowered Green Satin
Guglielmo Ulrich 1940 Italian Design Stool in Super Elegant Flowered Green Satin

Guglielmo Ulrich 1940 Italian Design Stool in Super Elegant Flowered Green Satin

By Gio Ponti, Guglielmo Ulrich

Located in Morbio Inferiore, CH

New covered in contemporary Classic green satin for this wonderful piece by the Italian master designer Guglielmo Ulrich. Also available the small living room lounge chair covered i...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Poggiapiedi by La DoubleJ, Made in Germany in 1970, Redesigned in Italy
Vintage Poggiapiedi by La DoubleJ, Made in Germany in 1970, Redesigned in Italy

Vintage Poggiapiedi by La DoubleJ, Made in Germany in 1970, Redesigned in Italy

By La DoubleJ

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Add ‘poggiapiedi’ to your vocab now, not just because the Italian for ‘footstool’ sounds delicious but because we have one worth shouting about, babe. Part of La DoubleJ’s happy-maki...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Cotton

Carlo Hauner 'Florida' Ottomana e Pouf
Carlo Hauner 'Florida' Ottomana e Pouf

Carlo Hauner 'Florida' Ottomana e Pouf

Unavailable

H 26.78 in W 29.93 in D 38.19 in

Carlo Hauner 'Florida' Ottomana e Pouf

By Fratelli Reguitti, Carlo Hauner

Located in Lucca, IT

Carlo Hausner designer Longue Chairs con Ottomano 1960, produzione Fratelli Reguitti , Italia. La poltrona è reclinabile , è in legno laccato bianco, questo pezzo è originale e au...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wood

Pouf Rotondo in Tessuto Rosso Produzione Moroso
Pouf Rotondo in Tessuto Rosso Produzione Moroso

Pouf Rotondo in Tessuto Rosso Produzione Moroso

Unavailable

H 16.93 in Dm 25.6 in

Pouf Rotondo in Tessuto Rosso Produzione Moroso

By Moroso

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Pouf rotondo con piedini in legno di produzione Moroso. Fodera di colore rosso, etichetta Moroso. Questo pouf rosso vivo è un oggetto di design accattivante che non passa inosservat...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Wood

Coppia di Pouf Riviera di Franco Albini 1960 Bambù e Vimini Italia 1960
Coppia di Pouf Riviera di Franco Albini 1960 Bambù e Vimini Italia 1960

Coppia di Pouf Riviera di Franco Albini 1960 Bambù e Vimini Italia 1960

By Franco Albini

Located in Lucca, IT

Coppia di pouf Riviera di Franco Albini Italia 1960 , sono in vimini e bambù , in ottimo stato di conservazione. Possono avere la doppia funzione sia come sedute che come due tavolin...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Pouf in Chromed Metal and Ocher Velvet, 1970s
Pouf in Chromed Metal and Ocher Velvet, 1970s

Pouf in Chromed Metal and Ocher Velvet, 1970s

Unavailable

H 20.08 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in

Pouf in Chromed Metal and Ocher Velvet, 1970s

Located in Savona, IT

Pouf produced in the 1970s. Structure in chromed metal. Seat padded and lined with new ocher velvet fabric. Good general conditions. Dimensions: Length 60 cm, depth 40 cm, heig...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Arm Chairs with Ottomans
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Arm Chairs with Ottomans

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Arm Chairs with Ottomans

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Italian 1950's Wood Framed Arm Chairs with Matching Ottomans. Chairs are in Newly Upholstered in Original 1960's Woven Fabric with Signature on Top Rights of Chairs. Low, L...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Augusto Romano Italian Mid-20th Century Armchairs with Matching Ottomans
Pair of Augusto Romano Italian Mid-20th Century Armchairs with Matching Ottomans

Pair of Augusto Romano Italian Mid-20th Century Armchairs with Matching Ottomans

By Augusto Romano

Located in Dublin, IE

A very rare pair of solid oak Italian mid-20th century armchairs and matching ottomans by Augusto Romano.

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

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Italian Mid Century Ottoman For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Italian mid century ottoman you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Italian mid century ottoman for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and animal skin. Find 444 options for an antique or vintage Italian mid century ottoman now, or shop our selection of 13 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the Italian mid century ottoman you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An Italian mid century ottoman is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Italian mid century ottoman over the years, but those crafted by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina and Franco Albini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is an Italian Mid Century Ottoman?

The average selling price for an Italian mid century ottoman at 1stDibs is $3,457, while they’re typically $360 on the low end and $35,137 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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.