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Karl Springer Souffle Poufs

Pair of Karl Springer Soufflé Ottomans or Poufs
Pair of Karl Springer Soufflé Ottomans or Poufs

Pair of Karl Springer Soufflé Ottomans or Poufs

By Karl Springer

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Pair of Karl Springer Soufflé ottomans or poufs Note: Polished steel bases on castors - showing reflection of floor on bases.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Karl Springer Soufflé Ottoman
Karl Springer Soufflé Ottoman

Karl Springer Soufflé Ottoman

$1,680Sale Price|42% Off

Karl Springer Soufflé Ottoman

By Karl Springer

Located in Doraville, GA

Vintage Karl Springer Soufflé ottoman or pouf recently reupholstered in a gray 100% wool felt.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Karl Springer Upholstered Souffle Pouf Ottoman With Stainless Steel Base
Vintage Karl Springer Upholstered Souffle Pouf Ottoman With Stainless Steel Base

Vintage Karl Springer Upholstered Souffle Pouf Ottoman With Stainless Steel Base

By Karl Springer

Located in North Miami, FL

This ultra-chic and large Karl Springer style soufflé pouf or ottoman has been newly fully RESTORED and re-upholstered and the brass-plated aluminum original base has been changed to...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans
Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans

Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Ottomans / Poufs. The bases of the ottomans are brushed steel and upholstered in satin with a hand-painted abstract pattern by artist Michelle Li Murphy.

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans
Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans

Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Ottomans / Poufs. The bases of the ottomans are brushed steel and upholstered in satin with a hand-painted abstract pattern by artist Michelle Li Murph...

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Weiman “Soufflé” Poufs/ Ottomans, Manner of Karl Springer
Pair of Weiman “Soufflé” Poufs/ Ottomans, Manner of Karl Springer

Pair of Weiman “Soufflé” Poufs/ Ottomans, Manner of Karl Springer

By Karl Springer, Weiman

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Wonderful pair of iconic ottomans by Weiman, circa 1980s. Very much in the style of Karl Springer’s soufflé ottomans. These are nicely made and would work well in a variety of interi...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Brass Soufflé Pouf Rolling Stool Ottoman, Karl Springer Style
Mid-Century Modern Brass Soufflé Pouf Rolling Stool Ottoman, Karl Springer Style

Mid-Century Modern Brass Soufflé Pouf Rolling Stool Ottoman, Karl Springer Style

By Karl Springer

Located in Pemberton, NJ

This sophisticated Mid-Century Modernist soufflé pouf is in the manner of Karl Springer, it features a lustrous heavy square solid brass base with rounded edges and casters wheels to...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Karl Springer "Souffle Ottoman" in Blue Velvet
Pair of Karl Springer "Souffle Ottoman" in Blue Velvet

Pair of Karl Springer "Souffle Ottoman" in Blue Velvet

By Karl Springer

Located in North Miami, FL

Original pair of Karl Springer Souffle ottomans/poufs on casters for easy moving.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Karl Springer Mid-Century Blue Velvet Souffle Ottoman, Gilt Steel Base
Karl Springer Mid-Century Blue Velvet Souffle Ottoman, Gilt Steel Base

Karl Springer Mid-Century Blue Velvet Souffle Ottoman, Gilt Steel Base

By Karl Springer

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century 'Souffle' ottoman with blue velvet upholstery with a square gilt steel base. (Karl Springer)

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Karl Springer Style Ivory Bouclé Soufflé Pouf
Karl Springer Style Ivory Bouclé Soufflé Pouf

Karl Springer Style Ivory Bouclé Soufflé Pouf

By Carson's Furniture

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Post modern Karl Springer style Soufflé pouf ottoman aptly named for its similarity in form to a French Soufflé.

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans in Ivory Bouclé and Brass, 1980s
Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans in Ivory Bouclé and Brass, 1980s

Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans in Ivory Bouclé and Brass, 1980s

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Karl Springer pair of soufflé ottomans with thick rounded ivory bouclé cushions on rounded square lacquered brass bases with caster wheels. The brass bases are in very good original ...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

1980s Art Deco Revival Souffle Ottoman With Casters in the Karl Springer Style
1980s Art Deco Revival Souffle Ottoman With Casters in the Karl Springer Style

1980s Art Deco Revival Souffle Ottoman With Casters in the Karl Springer Style

By Karl Springer

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Hollywood Regency / 1980s Art Deco Revival Souffle Ottoman Pouf With Casters in the Karl Springer Style.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Poufs / Ottomans by Karl Springer, Original Tan / Taupe Fabric, Brass
Pair of Poufs / Ottomans by Karl Springer, Original Tan / Taupe Fabric, Brass

Pair of Poufs / Ottomans by Karl Springer, Original Tan / Taupe Fabric, Brass

By Karl Springer

Located in Kansas City, MO

Pair of Karl Springer Poufs / "Souffle Ottomans" / stools in the original silk fabric, solid seamlessly welded brass bases, and hidden casters.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Style Souffle Pouf Ottoman in Original Coral Fabric
Karl Springer Style Souffle Pouf Ottoman in Original Coral Fabric

Karl Springer Style Souffle Pouf Ottoman in Original Coral Fabric

By Muuto

Located in Locust Valley, NY

Add a touch of sculptural elegance to your space with this striking Karl Springer-style pouf ottoman, a standout piece that beautifully blends Danish design principles with mid-centu...

Category

Mid-20th Century Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Karl Springer Souffle Ottoman or Pouf Double Size
Karl Springer Souffle Ottoman or Pouf Double Size

Karl Springer Souffle Ottoman or Pouf Double Size

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Custom created for a home filled with Karl Springer is this rare double length "souffle" ottoman pouf.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Stools

Materials

Brass

Pair of Karl Springer Style Souffle Ottomans by Marge Carson
Pair of Karl Springer Style Souffle Ottomans by Marge Carson

Pair of Karl Springer Style Souffle Ottomans by Marge Carson

By Marge Carson

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Stunning pair of mid-century modern souffle ottoman poufs designed by Marge Carson in the manner of Karl Springer.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

1980s Sculptural Karl Springer Coffee Table in Glass and Stainless Steel
1980s Sculptural Karl Springer Coffee Table in Glass and Stainless Steel

1980s Sculptural Karl Springer Coffee Table in Glass and Stainless Steel

By Karl Springer

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Photographed with and also currently available in our shop - Pair of Ivory Bouclé Karl Springer Style Modern Soufflé Poufs Ottomans Reference: 1980s Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Ca...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Post Modern Reverse Painted Red and Black Glass Cube End Tables c. 1980
Post Modern Reverse Painted Red and Black Glass Cube End Tables c. 1980

Post Modern Reverse Painted Red and Black Glass Cube End Tables c. 1980

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Photographed along with and also currently available in our shop: Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Marilyn Sofa in Ivory White Bouclé Pair of Surrealist Post Modern Three Legged Chairs in ...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Swiveling Chaise Lounge in Luxurious Latte Bouclé
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Swiveling Chaise Lounge in Luxurious Latte Bouclé

Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Swiveling Chaise Lounge in Luxurious Latte Bouclé

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Photographed with and also currently available within our shop - Vladimir Kagan Caterpillar Chairs Newly Upholstered in Camel Color Mohair Design Institute of America Black & Brass R...

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Vladimir Kagan Sculptural High Back Swivel Chairs in Textured Ivory Fabric
Vladimir Kagan Sculptural High Back Swivel Chairs in Textured Ivory Fabric

Vladimir Kagan Sculptural High Back Swivel Chairs in Textured Ivory Fabric

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Photographed with and also currently available within our shop - Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Swiveling Chaise Lounge in Luxurious Latte Bouclé Design Institute of America Black & Brass Rev...

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Recent Sales

Karl Springer Attributed Souffle Pouf Ottoman Pair
Karl Springer Attributed Souffle Pouf Ottoman Pair

Karl Springer Attributed Souffle Pouf Ottoman Pair

Unavailable

H 17 in W 22 in D 22 in

Karl Springer Attributed Souffle Pouf Ottoman Pair

By Karl Springer

Located in Westfield, NJ

Vintage circa 1980s Karl Springer attributed soufflé pouf ottomans. Cube shaped with rounded edges and in original found fabric.

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Karl Springer Style Revolving Pouf "Souffle" Ottoman
Karl Springer Style Revolving Pouf "Souffle" Ottoman

Karl Springer Style Revolving Pouf "Souffle" Ottoman

By Karl Springer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Revolving pouf ottoman with machine made tapestry covering on an aluminium laminated base.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Karl Springer Style Souffle Benches
Midcentury Karl Springer Style Souffle Benches

Midcentury Karl Springer Style Souffle Benches

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H 17.5 in W 19 in D 19 in

Midcentury Karl Springer Style Souffle Benches

By Karl Springer

Located in Chicago, IL

Midcentury Karl Springer style souffle benches. New upholstery. Brass base.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Soufflé Ottomans by Karl Springer
Pair of Soufflé Ottomans by Karl Springer

Pair of Soufflé Ottomans by Karl Springer

Unavailable

H 16 in W 24 in D 24 in

Pair of Soufflé Ottomans by Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of "Soufflé" ottomans by Karl Springer that are upholstered in velvet fabric and have brass bases with four recessed castors on the underside for even and effortless sliding mo...

Category

Vintage 1970s Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Soufflé Ottomans by Karl Springer
Pair of Soufflé Ottomans by Karl Springer

Pair of Soufflé Ottomans by Karl Springer

Unavailable

H 16 in W 24 in D 24 in

Pair of Soufflé Ottomans by Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of vintage "Soufflé" ottomans by Karl Springer that are upholstered in velvet fabric atop polished brass bases that have four recessed castors on the underside for even and effo...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Vintage Souffle Pouf Ottomans Pair on Wheels
Vintage Souffle Pouf Ottomans Pair on Wheels

Vintage Souffle Pouf Ottomans Pair on Wheels

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H 14 in W 28 in D 22 in

Vintage Souffle Pouf Ottomans Pair on Wheels

By Karl Springer

Located in Westfield, NJ

Vintage circa 1980s souffle pouf ottomans in terra cotta, rust and golden yellow checkerboard fabric. Both ottomans move freely on wheels and have been recently reupholstered by the ...

Category

Late 20th Century American International Style Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Karl Springer Soufflé Poufs/Ottomans
Karl Springer Soufflé Poufs/Ottomans

Karl Springer Soufflé Poufs/Ottomans

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H 17.5 in W 26.5 in D 26.5 in

Karl Springer Soufflé Poufs/Ottomans

By Karl Springer

Located in North Miami, FL

An original pair of iconic Karl Springer soufflé poufs. Set on polished steel bases and casters, the poufs have been newly upholstered in a beautiful cotton shag fabric.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Karl Springer Souffle Poufs (Pair).
Karl Springer Souffle Poufs (Pair).

Karl Springer Souffle Poufs (Pair).

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H 18 in W 26 in D 26 in

Karl Springer Souffle Poufs (Pair).

By Karl Springer

Located in North Miami, FL

Reupholstered in neutral ikat cotton fabric.

Category

Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Nickel

Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Poufs
Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Poufs

Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Poufs

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H 19 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in

Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Poufs

By Karl Springer

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Ottomans/Poufs; Clove mohair velvet fabric.

Category

Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Pouf  Ottomans
Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Pouf  Ottomans

Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Pouf Ottomans

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H 18 in W 29.5 in D 29.5 in

Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Pouf Ottomans

By Karl Springer

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a pair of oversized ottomans. Elegant black and silver upholstery with modern pattern. New stainless steel base.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Karl Springer Inspired "Soufflé" Poufs
Karl Springer Inspired "Soufflé" Poufs

Karl Springer Inspired "Soufflé" Poufs

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H 18 in W 19 in D 19 in

Karl Springer Inspired "Soufflé" Poufs

By Karl Springer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century modern ottomans in the style Karl Springer. Pair have fabric bases, one is lined with brass platting. Great for extra seating or in front of your lounge chair. (Please...

Category

Vintage 1960s Saint Pierre and Miquelon Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and ...

Karl Springer Souffle Ottomans or Poufs
Karl Springer Souffle Ottomans or Poufs

Karl Springer Souffle Ottomans or Poufs

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H 17 in W 25 in D 25 in

Karl Springer Souffle Ottomans or Poufs

By Karl Springer

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Original pair of Karl Springer Souffle ottomans or poufs on casters for easy moving.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Karl Springer Style Soufflé Poufs or Stools
Pair of Karl Springer Style Soufflé Poufs or Stools

Pair of Karl Springer Style Soufflé Poufs or Stools

By Karl Springer

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of brass based soufflé stools / ottomans / poufs in the manner of Karl Springer.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Brass Souffle Pouf Ottoman in the Manner of Karl Springer
Brass Souffle Pouf Ottoman in the Manner of Karl Springer

Brass Souffle Pouf Ottoman in the Manner of Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Winnetka, IL

In the style of Karl Springer.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Karl Springer Style Oversized Ottoman or Poufs, Soufflé
Pair of Karl Springer Style Oversized Ottoman or Poufs, Soufflé

Pair of Karl Springer Style Oversized Ottoman or Poufs, Soufflé

By Karl Springer

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of Karl Springer style oversized ottoman or Poufs, Soufflé.

Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Style "Souffle" Poof
Karl Springer Style "Souffle" Poof

Karl Springer Style "Souffle" Poof

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H 18 in W 19 in D 19 in

Karl Springer Style "Souffle" Poof

By Karl Springer

Located in North Miami, FL

A "souffle" poof in the style of Karl Springer. Metal is plated in a warm brass tone.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Karl Springer style "Souffle" Poof
Karl Springer style "Souffle" Poof

Karl Springer style "Souffle" Poof

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H 18 in W 19 in D 19 in

Karl Springer style "Souffle" Poof

By Karl Springer

Located in North Miami, FL

A "souffle" poof in the style of Karl Springer Metal is plated in a warm brass tone .

Category

Late 20th Century Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Pair Karl Springer Large Brass and Pink Leather Souffle Poufs - Ottomans
Pair Karl Springer Large Brass and Pink Leather Souffle Poufs - Ottomans

Pair Karl Springer Large Brass and Pink Leather Souffle Poufs - Ottomans

By Karl Springer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Great Pair of Karl Springer for Preview Pink Leather and Brass "Souffle" Ottomans on casters. The pair features the original hand stitched and pleated pink leather upholstery raised ...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Pair of Souffle Ottomans or Poufs in the style of Karl Springer
Pair of Souffle Ottomans or Poufs in the style of Karl Springer

Pair of Souffle Ottomans or Poufs in the style of Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Souffle ottomans or poufs in the style of Karl Springer.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Souffle Ottomans or Poufs in the style of Karl Springer
Pair of Souffle Ottomans or Poufs in the style of Karl Springer

Pair of Souffle Ottomans or Poufs in the style of Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Souffle ottomans or poufs in the style of Karl Springer.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Round Souffle Swivel Pouf Ottomans in the Manner of Karl Springer
Pair of Round Souffle Swivel Pouf Ottomans in the Manner of Karl Springer

Pair of Round Souffle Swivel Pouf Ottomans in the Manner of Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of round, souffle pouf ottomans in the manner of Karl Springer feature newly upholstered seats in contrasting rust and moss, branch motif jacquard that swivel on brass bases.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Modern Soufflé Pouf or Ottoman in Leopard Print and Brass, 1970s
Karl Springer Modern Soufflé Pouf or Ottoman in Leopard Print and Brass, 1970s

Karl Springer Modern Soufflé Pouf or Ottoman in Leopard Print and Brass, 1970s

By Karl Springer

Located in South Bend, IN

A stunning modern Hollywood Regency soufflé pouf or ottoman In the manner of Karl Springer USA, 1970s Leopard print upholstery, with brass-wrapped base.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Pair of "Souffle Ottomans", 1980s
Karl Springer Pair of "Souffle Ottomans", 1980s

Karl Springer Pair of "Souffle Ottomans", 1980s

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" with bases in gunmetal with hidden castors by Karl Springer, American, 1980s. Newly upholstered by Lobel Modern.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Souffle Pouf Ottomans
Souffle Pouf Ottomans

Souffle Pouf Ottomans

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H 17 in W 24 in D 24 in

Souffle Pouf Ottomans

By Karl Springer

Located in Chicago, IL

Large pouf ottomans in the manner of Karl Springer. Newly upholstered over brass bases.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Souffle Ottomans by Karl Springer
Pair of Souffle Ottomans by Karl Springer

Pair of Souffle Ottomans by Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century classic rolling ottomans with new heavy coated cotton silver-grey upholstery on brushed steel base. Each ottoman has 4 recessed castors .

Category

20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Stainless Steel

1980s Karl Springer Style Rolling Soufflé Ottoman/Pouf with Solid Brass Base
1980s Karl Springer Style Rolling Soufflé Ottoman/Pouf with Solid Brass Base

1980s Karl Springer Style Rolling Soufflé Ottoman/Pouf with Solid Brass Base

By Preview, Karl Springer

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A 1980s Karl Springer style Rolling Soufflé Ottoman/pouf with solid brass base.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

"Souffle Ottoman" with Steel Base by Karl Springer
"Souffle Ottoman" with Steel Base by Karl Springer

"Souffle Ottoman" with Steel Base by Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Souffle Ottoman with base in polished steel with hidden casters by Karl Springer, American 1980's

Category

Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

"Souffle Ottoman" with Bronze Base by Karl Springer
"Souffle Ottoman" with Bronze Base by Karl Springer

"Souffle Ottoman" with Bronze Base by Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

"Souffle Ottoman" with emu embossed leather and bronze base by Karl Springer, American 1970's This piece is on recessed casters

Category

Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs

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Karl Springer Souffle Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of karl springer souffle poufs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, fabric and brass, all karl springer souffle poufs available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of karl springer souffle poufs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Karl springer souffle poufs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many karl springer souffle poufs are appealing in their simplicity, but Karl Springer, Carson's Furniture and Scalamandre produced popular karl springer souffle poufs that are worth a look.

How Much are Karl Springer Souffle Poufs?

Karl springer souffle poufs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,000, while the lowest priced sells for $545 and the highest can go for as much as $12,900.

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.