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Persian Pouf

Vintage Persian Rug Ottoman Coffee Table
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Exclusive Old New House® rug ottoman table! Made in-house in our Katonah NY studio, using reclaimed and repurposed awesome and unique vintage and finely hand-knotted Yezd rug frag...
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2010s American Other Ottomans and Poufs

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Vintage Persian Rug Ottoman Coffee Table
Vintage Persian Rug Ottoman Coffee Table
$3,705
H 16 in W 54 in D 25 in

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Nanimarquina Tres Persian Pouf in Vegetal by Elisa Padron and Marcos Catalan
By Nani Marquina, Elisa Padron and Marcos Catalan
Located in New York, NY
The collections Tres and Persian colors come together to create a very special pouf, a lightweight
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Nanimarquina Tres Persian Pouf in Black by Elisa Padron and Marcos Catalan
By Nani Marquina, Elisa Padron and Marcos Catalan
Located in New York, NY
The collections Tres and Persian Colors come together to create a very special pouf, a lightweight
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Pouf made out of Antique Persian Tapestry
Located in Toronto, ON
Two different Textiles are used for creating the Pouf.The top part is antique Kilim, 100% wool and
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20th Century Persian Ottomans and Poufs

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Wool

Cabana Ottoman Pouf in One of a Kind Ghalamkar Persian Textile
By Renzo Mongiardino
Located in Milano, Italy
Cabana pouf based on a design after Renzo Mongiardino, 21st century. Pouf upholstered in one of
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Antique Persian Double Floor Pillow Rug
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Persian Double Floor Pillow Rug, very hard to find, double saddle bag tuned into floor
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Vintage Persian Rug Ottoman Coffee Table
Located in Katonah, NY
reclaimed and repurposed awesome and unique vintage Persian rug fragment (vintage circa 1930s) featuring
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Located in Katonah, NY
:: Exclusive Old New House® rug ottoman table! Made in-house in our Katonah NY studio, using reclaimed and repurposed awesome and unique vintage and finely hand-knotted Lilihan rug f...
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Persian Rug Upholstered Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our hollyhock ottoman upholstered with an antique Persian rug. The base and legs are in an ebonized
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Early 20th Century Persian Ottomans and Poufs

Persian Rug Upholstered Ottoman
Persian Rug Upholstered Ottoman
H 18.5 in W 63 in D 36 in
Persian Rug Covered Ottoman on Wheels
Located in New York, NY
Persian Rug Covered Ottoman on Wheels
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Late 20th Century Ottomans and Poufs

Large Ottoman in Vintage Persian Rug Upholstery
Located in Hudson, NY
Large ottoman in vintage Persian rug upholstery.
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1990s American Ottomans and Poufs

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Persian Carpet Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary made to order wood frame with wheels. Upholstered with antique Mahal rug.
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Ottomans and Poufs

Persian Carpet Ottoman
Persian Carpet Ottoman
H 16 in W 40 in D 29 in

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Finding the Right Ottomans-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.