North American Bronze Ottomans and Poufs
Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan Bronze Patio Ottoman
By Walter Lamb, Brown Jordan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A bronze ottoman by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan. The ottoman has simple construction in tubular bronze with a patinated finish, with rounded squares serving as runners on each side....
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Upholstered Coffee Table Ottoman
By Hélène Aumont 1
Located in Ballard, CA
The distinctive Anouk Coffee Table is a perfect accent to soften a space with utilitarian function. The coffee table features hand sculpted legs in bronze. Custom sizes and finishes ...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
'Prosper & Prosper' Set of Two Soft Low Benches by Elissa Lacoste, France, 2020
Located in Antwerp, BE
‘Prosper & Prosper’ set of two unique functional art benches or ottomans by French artist and designer, Elissa Lacoste.
"The work is conceived as two symmetrical bodies, consisting ...
Category
2010s Canadian Organic Modern Benches
Materials
Bronze, Steel
H 20.08 in W 41.74 in D 13.78 in
Pierre Ottoman Chair by Barlas Baylar
By Barlas Baylar
Located in New York, NY
The Pierre Ottoman Chair consists of a high-gloss H9 body, topped with a beautiful fabric or leather and an intrinsic bronze base. Spanning approximately 3 ft, the Pierre Ottoman Cha...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
1950s Style Edward Wormley Dunbar Round Gray Sectioned Bench
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s round gray bench four triangular sections
Velvet on square bronze Lucite legs
unmarked, style of Edward Wormley Dunbar USA
15.5 height x 34 in diameter.
Fresh new upholstery- r...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
"Var" Ottoman
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The legs of this ottoman have a biomorphic design. Cast in bronze, the five whimsical legs are inspired by Turrid sea shells. We upholster it to order with your fabric or hide. Cust...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Verdi Ottoman, Bronze Age Collection by Mark Zeff
By Mark Zeff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Verdi ottoman from Blackbarn Bronze Age collection by Mark Zeff, leather wrapped seat with cast bronze frame.
Available in different sizes and colors
Bronze Age collection by Mar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
St Paul Ottoman by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This round ottoman make a dramatic statement in your interior. It has five powerful cast bronze legs, with an organic feel. The cushion is covered in a pale blue mohair with brown we...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Constantine Leather Ottoman with Tray, Bronze Age Collection by Mark Zeff
By Mark Zeff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Constantine ottoman from Blackbarn Bronze Age collection by Mark Zeff, leather wrapped seat with cast bronze frame and bronze finished metal tray.
Available in different sizes and c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Constantine Leather Ottoman, Bronze Age Collection by Mark Zeff
By Mark Zeff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Constantine Ottoman from BLACKBARN Bronze Age Collection by Mark Zeff, leather wrapped seat with cast bronze frame.
Available in different sizes and colors
Bronze Age Collection by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Carol Egan, Round Ottoman, United States, 2018
By Carol Egan
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ottoman is part of a line of contemporary furniture designed by blending digital technology with fine traditional craftsmanship. The piece has a perfectly round seat and...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
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The concept is based on the essence of the material itself, with a clean and brutalist style: straight lines, geometric shapes, fewer ornaments, less noise and more naturalness. The ...
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Magari Adjustable Wall Lamp in Bronze, White and Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in New York, NY
The Magari wall lamp or reading light is handmade to order by Blueprint Lighting. Magari is adjustable to suit your needs: there are two articulating joints and the shade has a swive...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Set of Two Travertine Marble & Resin Stack Sphere Sculptures by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our stack sphere sculptures can be used as a decorative element on a coffee table, bookshelf, console etc. Their warm hue and curved lines add the right amount of visual interest wit...
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Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Mobile kinetic chandelier made of patinated brass with a round counterweight and two enlighten alabaster globes.
Original design by Glustin Luminaires.
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Alabaster, Brass
Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada.
Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its base. Se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
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Textile, Wood
Vintage Aalto Table half-round by Alvar Aalto for Artek (coffee table height)
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
The Aalto Table designed by Alvar Aalto in 1933 conveys a relaxed familiarity that resists categorisation. With legs and edge-bands of Finnish birch, it radiates natural beauty and w...
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Vintage 1930s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Birch
H 17.5 in W 47.25 in D 23.5 in
Concrete Side Table "A" Abecedario Collection Studio Irvine for Forma&Cemento
By Marialaura Rossiello
Located in Rome, Lazio
Coffee table A is part of the Abecedario Collection and marks the beginning of a language in cement that will create a concrete alphabet made up by tables and stools casted through a...
Category
2010s Italian Brutalist End Tables
Materials
Concrete
H 15.36 in W 19.69 in D 13.78 in
Trapezi Five Lights Neutral Shades Contemporary Pendant/Chandelier Brass, Glass
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
The Trapezi contemporary chandelier is inspired by the idea of a Circus Trapeze artist.
Hand blown glass in a variety of forms and colors is combined with brass bars and hung by L...
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H 48 in W 69 in D 48 in
Customizable Tacchini Julep Sofa by Jonas Wagell
By Jonas Wagell Design & Architecture, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
Soft, enveloping shapes characterize this family of upholstered pieces. Julep is influenced by the 1950s Avant-Garde movement, drawing upon its simplicity and grandeur, refined by a ...
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Hand Carved Oak Paw Feet Upholstered Ottoman by Martin & Brocket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Martin & Brockett Lupa Ottoman is named after Lupa, the she-wolf mother of Rome, and features three hand-carved oak feet. It is a whimsical seating option to float next to a cock...
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2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
In Stock Roly Poly Armchair Red Brick By Driade, Faye Toogood
By Driade
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Shapely and utterly comfortable, the distinctive Roly Poly Armchair by Driade is a well rounded lounge chair with a graceful, bowl-like seat up top and four solid legs beneath. It's ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Adrian Pearsall Chaise Lounge Rocker Newly Upholstered in Soft Peruvian Alpaca
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This Adrian Pearsall chaise rocker is a triple crown winner with iconic Mid-Century Modern ergonomic Adrian Pearsall design, cozy comfort dressed in new hand sewn baby soft Champagne...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Hide, Alpaca, Upholstery, Walnut
H 31 in W 41 in D 64 in
Restoration Hardware Worn Olive Leather Ottoman Or Cocktail Table
By Restoration Hardware
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large RESTORATION HARDWARE Leather Ottoman Table with segmented and Saddle Stitching that can be used effectively as a Cocktail or Tray Table. Well-made and solid feeling with good...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Victorian English Style leather Ottoman with Brass Casters and Nailhead Trim
By George Smith
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Rectangular Victorian English Style leather Ottoman.
Coffee table or cocktail table with turned walnut legs with brass casters and brass nailhead trim.
Dimensions: H 17" x W 27" x D ...
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Late 20th Century American Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
H 19.5 in W 40 in D 29 in
Floating World by Ango, Unique Handcrafted Rattan Pendant Lights
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elemental pendant light with the diffuser composed around a large flattened tetrahedron structure, which is then clad with superfine extruded rattan.
A large piece requiring 7 day...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Rattan
Windsor Cocktail Ottoman with Elm Wood Waterfall Table
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Brea, CA
Windsor Cocktail Ottoman with Elm Wood Table
Our cube ottoman is upholstered in a beautiful linen with flax linen stripes. A light oatmeal color with flax, dark natural stripes give...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...
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Linen, Foam, Wood, Elm
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Steel Legged Sheepskin Ottoman-Customizable
By Gregory Clark
Located in Wilton, CT
Steel legged Shearling ottoman-customizable
This cute ottoman looks great as an accent piece in sheepskin or natural hair hide. Whimsical, super sturdy, and versatile. Can be cus...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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Steel Legged Upholstered Ottoman-Customizable
By Gregory Clark
Located in Wilton, CT
Customizable steel legged upholstered ottoman
This cute ottoman looks great as an accent piece in sheepskin or natural hair hide. Whimsical, super sturdy, and versatile. Can be cust...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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Bronze, Steel
Karl Springer "Souffle Ottoman" with Bronze Base 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Souffle Ottoman" newly reupholstered with bronze base and hidden castors by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. Bronze has been cleaned and polished. ...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Walter Lamb Ottoman
By Walter Lamb
Located in Soho, London, GB
Ottoman in patinated tubular bronze by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan.
The rope has been recently replace.
The item is in good overall condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan Bronze Patio Ottoman
By Walter Lamb, Brown Jordan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A bronze ottoman by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan. The ottoman has simple construction in tubular bronze with a patinated finish, with rounded squares serving as runners on each side....
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
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Bronze
Soufflé Pair of Pouf Ottomans Bronze Base
By Karl Springer
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Soufflé pouf ottomans, stools on bronze bases with leopard upholstery.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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Bronze
Bronze 1970s Warren Platner Stool in Knoll Velvet Upholstery by Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Utrecht, NL
Bronze Warren Platner ottoman from the 1970s upholstered in a Knoll 'Velvet' (Mohair) upholstery.
In the 1960s, American designer Warren Platner transformed steel wire into a sculptu...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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Bronze, Steel
Custom Handmade Bronze Upholstered Bench or Ottoman in Any Dimension or Finish
Located in Chicago, IL
New handmade in our Chicago workshop is a custom upholstered bench with antiqued solid bronze frame and upholstered seat cushion. This Minimalist bench is elegant in its simplicity a...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Bronze
H 36 in W 20 in D 17 in
Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan Bronze Verdigris Ottomans, circa 1959
By Walter Lamb, Brown Jordan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous and highly sought-after collectors items, these ottomans by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan are early production "originals" of the design, not the newly reproduced ones that l...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
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Bronze
Bronze 1970s Warren Platner Stool in Knoll Velvet Upholstery by Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Utrecht, NL
Bronze Warren Platner ottoman from the 1970s upholstered in a Knoll 'Velvet' (Mohair) upholstery.
In the 1960s, American designer Warren Platner transformed steel wire into a sculpt...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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Bronze, Steel
H 16.15 in Dm 25.99 in L 16.15 in
Pair of “X-Form” Ottoman or Stools, Mohair Upholstery, Style of Giacometti
By Diego Giacometti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare vintage X-frame ottomans, style of Giacometti. Bronze handmade frame newly upholstered in olive mohair.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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Bronze
Mid-Century Italian Style Bench with Solid Bronze Tapered Legs in Gray Velvet
By Gio Ponti, Karl Springer, Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bench with a solid bronze tapered legs. The leg is an exact reproduction of a 1950s mid-century modern Italian design, hand cast in solid bronze which has a richer, warmer go...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass, Bronze
H 17.5 in W 60 in D 18 in
Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan Bronze Verdigris Ottomans, circa 1955
By Brown Jordan, Walter Lamb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two ottomans by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan recently procured from the estate of Shirley Temple. These collectible examples are from the early years of Lamb's work with Brown Jordan...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Edelman Cabernet Epi Leather Ottoman with Glass Ball and Bronze Claw Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classically designed tufted ottoman which has been upholstered in world-class Edelman Leather. This ottoman is upholstered in Edelman's Epi Leather 'Sulky' in the colorway Cabernet, ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Edward Wormley Brass Bench for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Wormley for Dunbar, sturdy brass base bench, re-upholstered with spineybeck leather, tufted buttons.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Bronze
Glamorous Oversized Pair of Souffle Poufs in Velvet and Brass, 1970s
By Charles Hollis Jones, Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Stunningly glam pair of souffle poufs in the style of Karl Springer, 1970s. Completely restored with new brass wrapped bases and plush blue green velvet upholstery. Incredible accent...
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Karl Springer Bronze Base Pouf Ottomans
By Karl Springer
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare bronze base pouf ottomans by Karl Springer with recessed castors. Newly upholstered in furry wool by Holland & Sherry.
“Certificate of Authenticity” by Tom Langevin, former D...
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Bronze
Warren Platner Bronze Stools
By Warren Platner
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of bronze frame stools by Warren Platner for Knoll, circa 1970. New mohair cushions.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Bronze
Mark Zeff, Bronze and Leather Coffee Table, USA, 2015
By Mark Zeff
Located in New York, NY
Bronze and leather ottoman or coffee table with removable bronze tray.
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2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Bronze
Set of Five Walter Lamb Chairs with Three Ottomans
By Walter Lamb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Five Walter Lamb; Pair of Wide Arm Chairs with Three Ottomans
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Vintage 1950s American Armchairs
Materials
Bronze
Luxurious Custom Iron & Brass Cartier Style Strap Base Bench
Located in East Hampton, NY
This beautiful bench on casters features a bronze strap base with brass trim. It moves easily yet us very sturdy and comfortable. Stylish black and white fabric top.
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Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Walter Lamb Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
By Walter Lamb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of Walter Lamb green patinated bronze lounge chairs and one ottoman
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Vintage 1950s American Armchairs
Materials
Bronze
Warren Platner Chairs and Ottoman
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage set of Warren Platner Chairs and Ottoman
in a desirable bronze finish.
Vintage fabric shows some wear.
On display at ENTREPOT,Miami.
By appointment only.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Steel, Bronze
Rare Extra Wide Outdoor/Patio Armchair and Ottoman by Walter Lamb
By Walter Lamb
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Brown & Jordan Wide Outdoor/Patio Armchair and Ottoman by Walter Lamb
Round tubular bronze frame with cloth cording seat and back with a verdigris bronze finish. Designed by Wal...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Bronze
Brea Ottoman
By Kelly Wearstler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This confident ottoman with signature mixed metal detail was inspired by Post–War French furniture design and features Curly Tibetan Lambswool. The base is constructed of solid black...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
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Bronze
Ceramic Bronze Walnut Ottoman by Porzio & Ditson
By Lee Porzio, Allen Ditson
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Husband and wife team Allen Ditson and Lee Porzio were Arizona designers in the 1950's - 1970's. This example features the ceramic work of Porzio and bronze and wood work of Ditson. ...
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Vintage 1960s American Side Tables
Materials
Bronze
Unique Ostrich skin and bronze stools by John Landrum Bryant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We are delighted to offer this unique pair of patinated black bronze stools Topped in genuine ostrich skin designed by the Honorable John Landrum Bryant for a room he created at the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Materials
Bronze
John Landrum Bryant shore stools from Kip's Bay show house
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We are delighted to offer this unique pair of bronze stools designed by the Honorable John Landrum Bryant for a room he created at the Kip's Bay show house in 2004. They are unique ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
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Bronze
Vintage Bronze Walter Lamb Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful vintage bronze Walter Lamb ottoman, with beautiful patina and the original nylon rope that was added ten years ago.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Walter Lamb Bronze Ottoman
Located in San Miguel Allende, GTO
Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan
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Vintage 1940s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Karl Springer Poufs
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Karl Springer Poufs on Brass Bases in orignal upholstery. Ordered by decorator Ruben de Saavedra in 1980 from Karl Spinger Ltd - with original reciepts.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Pair of tufted leather ottomans by Monteverdi-Young
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A pair of sculptural walnut ottomans with burgundy and orange leather micro-tufted cushions and cast bronze detailing by Monteverdi-Young. Sold separately or as a pair.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Pair of tufted leather and bronze base ottomans
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair of tufted cream/tan leather ottomans or stools with bronze bases.
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Vintage 1970s American Stools
Materials
Bronze
Tufted Leather and Bronze Ottoman by Monteverdi-Young
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Sculptural walnut ottoman with a burgundy leather micro-tufted cushion, and cast bronze details.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Stools
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Klismos Chairs by Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
A pair of rare, oversized sculpted bronze "KLISMOS" chairs by Paul Evans, circa 1970. The chairs extra wide and deep are fantastically sculptural and classic in profile at the same t...
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Vintage 1970s American Chairs
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Rare Bronze Ottoman by Warren Platner - Knoll
Located in SouthPort, CT
Rare ottoman in bronze and original wool tweed fabric by Warren Platner, Knoll. Can easily convert to glass table. Original plastic floor guard.
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Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs
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Karl Springer Bronze Snakeskin Bench
Located in Southampton, NY
Curved Bronze Frame upholstered in snakeskin.
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Late 20th Century American Benches
Materials
Bronze
Cast bronze faux bamboo square ottoman with pig suede upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
Cast bronze faux bamboo square ottoman with pig suede upholstery, c. 1960
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Vintage 1940s American Ottomans and Poufs
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Bronze
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North American Bronze Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of north american bronze ottomans and poufs for sale on 1stDibs. We have 20 antique and vintage north american bronze ottomans and poufs in-stock, while there are 12 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of north american bronze ottomans and poufs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. North american bronze ottomans and poufs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Not every interior allows for large north american bronze ottomans and poufs, so small north american bronze ottomans and poufs measuring 1 inches across are available at 1stDibs. North american bronze ottomans and poufs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Walter Lamb, Mark Zeff and Warren Platner are consistently popular.
How Much are North American Bronze Ottomans and Poufs?
Prices for north american bronze ottomans and poufs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, north american bronze ottomans and poufs begin at $1,950 and can go as high as $60,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,500.
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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