Pouf Bench
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Benches
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Benches
Suede, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Benches
Leather, Fabric
1990s Italian Other Ottomans and Poufs
Wool
Vintage 1950s Regency Benches
Iron
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Bronze
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bamboo
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Naugahyde
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
2010s Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Benches
Wool, Cotton, Linen, Wood
Late 20th Century Campaign Benches
Leather, Upholstery, Faux Bamboo
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
2010s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Cement, Marble, Iron
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Stainless Steel, Metal
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
2010s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
2010s Austrian Ottomans and Poufs
Textile
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
2010s Austrian Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
2010s Swedish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Foam, Rubber, Plywood
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
2010s Italian Benches
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Aluminum
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
2010s Danish Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood, Foam
2010s Danish Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood, Foam
2010s Danish Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood, Foam
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Textile
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Textile
20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Iron
2010s Turkish Modern Benches
Metal, Brass
2010s Italian Benches
Leather
2010s Italian Art Deco Benches
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Alabaster, Wrought Iron
20th Century French Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Sheepskin, Rosewood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
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Pouf Bench For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
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