$3,518 / item
H 16.93 in W 33.47 in D 23.63 in
Gallant Pouf - solid oak wood base with boucle upholstery
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Comfortable and sculptural, its softly contoured seat meets a precise wood base with understated
Oak, Bouclé
Modulair Brown Dogs Gobelin Pouf in Solid Walnut Base
By Fratelli Boffi, Nigel Coates
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
Upholstered pouf defined by curvy and sinous lines. The base is proposed in walnut wood while
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
$5,170 / item
H 16.54 in W 31.5 in D 25.6 in
Fantastic Pouf Base with Fringes Legs in lacquered Beechwood Tassel Tieback
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Wood, Fabric
Hugo Passos Calmo Ottoman 95, Wood Base
By Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Hugo Passos Calmo ottoman 95, wood base echoing the same linear look of the rest of the series, the
Oak
Hugo Passos Calmo Ottoman 80, Wood Base
By Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Hugo Passos Calmo ottoman 80 – Wood base echoing the same linear look of the rest of the series
Oak
$7,260 / set
H 18 in W 16 in D 16 in
Versatile Contemporary Pouf Set with a Tray in Wood, Brass and Velvet
By Duistt
Located in NEW YORK, NY
set includes a 2 poufs and one removable wood tray. Base in brushed brass Custom sizes and materials
Brass
$1,633 / item
H 15 in W 25 in D 17 in
Wooster Ottoman custom ottoman tufted wood base red pull tufted tight seat wood
Located in Ridgewood, NY
traditional flair with a wide base to meet the proportions of the chair.
Upholstery, Wood
Greek Key Round Ottoman, Wood Base, Orange-Red Velvet, 1980s
Located in Stamford, CT
, dark stained wood base features a giant sized carved three dimensional Greek Key design. Orange-red
Wood
$7,260 / set
H 18 in W 16 in D 16 in
Versatile Contemporary Pouf Set B with a Tray in Wood, Brass and Velvet
By Duistt
Located in NEW YORK, NY
includes a 2 poufs and one removable wood tray. Base in brushed brass Custom sizes and materials available
Brass
Betty P Carpanese Home Italia Pouff with Ash Wood Base
By Carpanese Home Italia
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
This particular pouff is characterized by a padded seat and two curved ash wood bases which seem to
Fabric, Wood
$4,200 / item
H 18 in W 24 in D 18 in
Custom Upholstered Channeled Ottoman on Maple Wood Base with Hand Stitching
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
made in custom size, custom finish for carved wood base as well as COM/COL (priced upon request
Suede, Maple
$7,562 / set
H 15.75 in Dm 27.56 in
Pair of Stools Floral Contemporary Hand Embroidered White Gold Gilded Wood Base
By Susann Eschenfelder
Located in Hamburg, DE
light silver and light gold on hand woven silk bruno triplet #68 color white gold, upholstered wood base
Silk, Wood
$2,060 / item
H 19.5 in Dm 18.75 in
Round Upholstered Ottoman with Lacquered Wood Base and Boho Geometric Linen
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Round Upholstered Ottoman with Lacquered Wood Base and Boho Geometric Linen. The base is inspired
Linen, Maple, Lacquer
$3,199Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 15.75 in W 32.29 in D 78.75 in
Gervasoni Kubo Ottoman /Bed in Munch Upholstery & Wood Base by Paola Navone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
transformation: the removable slatted base, hidden under the folding mattress, slides with a simple movement
Upholstery
Large Custom Made Contemporary Modern Round Gray Tufted Ottoman on Wood Base
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
, but there are some scuffs and scratches on the wood base common with used pieces. It measures 17
Fabric
$6,772Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 15.75 in W 78.75 in D 63 in
Gervasoni Kubo XL Ottoman /Bed in Munch Upholstery & Wood Base by Paola Navone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
transformation: the removable slatted base, hidden under the folding mattress, slides with a simple movement
Upholstery
Mid Century X Base Billy Baldwin Style Bench
By Billy Baldwin, Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Mid Century X base Billy Baldwin style bench. This stunning Hollywood Regency/midcentury ottoman
Bouclé, Wood
Very Fine Leather Top X Base Table/ Ottoman
Located in Bridgeport, CT
and use marks to the leather and some light scratches to the base which do not affect the fine styling.
Leather, Wood
S. MACK OTTOMAN with White Wooden Lacquered Base
Located in Hawthorne, CA
wooden base, designed by S. Mack, Mid-Century Modern, c. 1969. MWM DESIGN INTERIORS presents the highest
Fabric, Lacquer, Upholstery, Wood
Stunning Custom Designed Round Ottoman with Solid Brass Base
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
outdoors, it is perfect for homes with large living or family rooms, ideal for entertaining. The base is
Brass
Karl Springer "Souffle Ottoman" with Polished Steel Base, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
"Souffle Ottoman" with artisan decorated fabric and base in polished stainless steel with hidden
Stainless Steel
$1,150
H 7.75 in W 33.75 in D 33.75 in
1970s Rolf Heide for ICF Ottoman with Striped Cushion and Black Base
By ICF Group
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wooden base. The square cushion features a practical back zipper for easy removal and cleaning. Clean
Fabric, Wood
$8,297 / item
H 14.18 in W 55.12 in D 55.12 in
Fantastic Ottoman Base in Bronze or Silver Finish Decorative Sphere on Top
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Wood, Leather, Fabric
$1,650
H 19 in W 34 in D 24 in
Vanguard Lytton Ottoman with Gray Flannel Tufted Seat & Metallic Gold Base
By Vanguard Studios
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Vanguard Lytton ottoman with grey flannel tufted seat and metallic gold painted base. Nice size for
Fabric, Wood, Paint
$6,850 / item
H 20 in Dm 23 in
Studio Maison Nurita Melon Ottoman in Black Tweed with Brushed Gold Metal Base
Located in Toronto, ON
black multicolour tweed and finished with a brushed golden metal base. A statement piece of timeless
Metal
$2,500 / set
H 22 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Asian Cotton Upholstery Ottoman Decorative x Base, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern ottoman, footstools in blue/white Asian motif cotton fabric with decorative X Stretcher. In all original Condition with some wear to the fabric. We recomme...
Cotton, Foam, Wood
Italian Turquoise Worn Leather Round Pouf with Wood Base, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Italian Turquoise Worn Leather Round Pouf with Wood Base, 1960s, Italy Measurements : Diameter
Leather, Wood
$4,059 / item
H 24.02 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Naked Pouf 2 with Smooth Blossom Fabric and Natural Wood Base
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
detailing resulting in a must-have piece. Made to order. Open since 1997 and based in Lisbon, Portugal, a
Metal, Brass
$3,893 / item
H 15.75 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in
Naked Pouf 1 with Smooth Blossom Fabric and Natural Wood Base
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
detailing resulting in a must-have piece. Made to order. Open since 1997 and based in Lisbon, Portugal, a
Metal, Brass
1950s pouf with wooden base and soft fabric upholstery
Located in Premariacco, IT
Pouf anni '50 vintage italiano con struttura rivestita in tessuto morbido e base in legno. Si
Fabric, Wood
Unavailable
+ 18 moreH 20.08 in Dm 14.18 in
Promemoria Coccolino Pouf in Fabric and Wood Base by Romeo Sozzi
By Promemoria
Located in Valmadrera (LC), IT
The piece being shown is the Coccolino, a pouf available in non-aggressive bright colors, due to
Fabric, Wood
Unavailable
H 16 in W 30 in D 30 in
Ottoman Coffee Table Upholstered in Vintage Green Tent Canvas Atop Wood Base
Located in Madison, WI
Ottoman coffee table upholstered in 1960s blue tent canvas atop barn wood base Ottoman
Canvas, Reclaimed Wood
Unavailable
H 16 in W 36 in D 36 in
Ottoman Coffee Table Upholstered in Nautical Flannel Blanket on Barn Wood Base
Located in Madison, WI
atop hand-crafted, 100-year old barn wood base, left in its natural weathered state. A sizable
Cotton, Reclaimed Wood
Unavailable
H 16 in W 36 in D 36 in
Ottoman Coffee Table Upholstered in 1960s Blue Tent Canvas Atop Barn Wood Base
Located in Madison, WI
Ottoman upholstered in 1960s tent canvas. Sits sturdily atop handcrafted, 100-year old barn wood
Canvas, Reclaimed Wood
Pair of Mid Century X-Base Stools or Ottomans
Located in San Francisco, CA
A classic and elegant pair of x-base ottomans in the style of Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Nicely
Wood, Canvas, Cotton
Unavailable
H 20.48 in W 28.75 in D 21.26 in
Red Upholstered Ottoman with Baroque Antiqued Gold Base by Modenese Luxury
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Tiny baroque square ottoman with damascus fabric and a solid wood antiqued-gold base. This firm
Gold Leaf
Unavailable
H 16 in W 21 in D 16 in
20th Century French Carved, Painted Base Ottoman with Upholstered Top
Located in Tulsa, OK
This painted, wooden base ottoman has new fabric upholstery. It is 20th century, French.
Upholstery, Wood
Unavailable
H 21.625 in Dm 21.625 in
Amura 'Olga' Upholstered Ottoman in Velvet and Walnut Base by Amuralab
By Amura Lab
Located in GRUMO APPULA (BA), IT
its materials a reference value. Materials: Base: Wood.
Wood, Velvet
DIG IT Pouf Jacquard Velvet
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
with a metal casing in brushed brass. This version of DIG IT pouf wtih black matte wood base is
Metal, Brass
DIG IT Pouf White Bouclé Wool
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
with a metal casing in brushed brass. This version of DIG IT pouf with matt black wood base is
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Grey Velvet Walnut Wood Base Stools Set of 2 Poufs
Located in IT
Art Deco Grey velvet walnut wood base stools set of 2 poufs A pair of poufs reupholstered in grey
Velvet, Walnut
Italian Pouf.
Located in Miami, FL
Gilded wood base, Italian pouf, newly upholstered with a burgundy mohair.
Carved Wood Base Ottoman With Custom Cushion
Located in Wainscott, NY
Intricately carved wood base with metal joinery details - originally used as a mill to grind wheat
Iron
French Ottoman with Rosewood Base
Located in Pasadena, CA
Rosewood base.
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of X-based Stools Stamped Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of painted X-based stools upholstered with nubby fabric, stamped Jansen.
Wood, Fabric
Ballard Designs Pair of X Based Ottomans
Located in Redding, CT
Ballard design pair of X base ottomans or stools. Oversized and taller in height. Can be used as
Cotton, Upholstery, Wood
Karl Springer "Souffle Ottoman" with Bronze Base 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
"Souffle Ottoman" newly reupholstered with bronze base and hidden castors by Karl Springer
Bronze
"Souffle" Ottoman with Brass Base in the style of Karl Springer
Located in Danville, CA
Stylish Pouf with Brass clad base, freshly reupholstered in a heavyweight herringbone pattern
Brass
Sold
H 11.82 in W 29.53 in D 27.56 in
Pair of 1970s Spanish Puff Seats w/ Wooden Base & Patterned Fabric Upholstery
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of 1970s Spanish puff seats with wooden base and patterned fabric upholstery.
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 18.25 in W 24.25 in D 18 in
1 of 3 Neoclassical French Benches Stools Ottoman Regency X Based America
Located in Miami, FL
-base. The upholstered seats are in a mustard cord fabric and look great. The base has gilded highlights
Gold Leaf
Studio Maison Nurita Melon Ottoman in White Tweed with Polished Gold Metal Base
Located in Toronto, ON
white multicolour tweed and finished with a polished golden metal base. A statement piece of timeless
Metal
Sold
H 18 in W 25 in D 25 in
Karl Springer Pair of Chrome Base "Souffle Ottomans" in Dark Blue Velvet 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" on recessed casters with polished chrome bases and seats newly upholstered in dark blue velvet by Karl Springer, American 1980's. A classic Karl Springer ...
Chrome
Pair of Brass Base Poufs in the style of Karl Springer
Located in Danville, CA
Pair of Poufs with Brass Clad Bases.
Brass
Sold
H 31.5 in W 33.47 in D 35.04 in
Armchair in the Style of the Lounge Chair by Charles Eames of the 80s
By Charles Eames
Located in Milano, IT
Swivel armchair with pouf; aluminum base, curved wood shell veneered with exotic wood, foam padding
Aluminum
1940s Pair of Round Poufs, leather and mahogany veneer. Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of round poufs, wood base, mahogany veneer, French polish, new filling and leather uphostery
Leather, Mahogany
Large Ottoman Pouf with Drawers Base by Hotel Maison
Located in Miami, FL
Large ottoman pouf with drawers base by Hotel Maison Offered for sale is an unusual overscale
Brass
Pair of Circular Poufs with Brass Base, Italy, 1970
By Another Human
Located in Napoli, IT
Pair of circular poufs with brass base, Italy 1970. Wooden base covered in brass-plated metal and
Metal
Hexagonal Pouf in Soft White Boucle with Wooden Base, Italy
Located in London, GB
A hexagonal pouf with white boucle seat and a wood base. Great occasional seating but solid to use
Wood, Fabric
Hexagonal Pouf in Soft White Boucle with Wooden Base, Italy
Located in Puglia, Puglia
A hexagonal pouf with white boucle seat and wooden base with breadstick processing. Restored and
Bouclé, Wood
Souffle Pouf Ottoman with Brass Base in the Style of Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Hanover, MA
Nice size soufflé pouf with base clad in solid sheet brass with a mirror finish. In the style of
Brass
Pair of Midcentury X Base Billy Baldwin Style Ottomans
By Billy Baldwin, Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman, Marge Carson, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of midcentury X base Billy Baldwin style ottomans. This stunning pair of Hollywood regency
Wood, Bouclé
Sold
H 16 in W 26 in D 25 in
An upholstered ottoman on ebonized base by Jacques Charpentier circa 1970.
By Jacques Charpentier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An upholstered ottoman on ebonized base by Jacques Charpentier circa 1970. Having new fabric.
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern "X" Base Billy Baldwin Style Benches
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Denton, TX
Pair of Mid-Century Modern "X" base Billy Baldwin style benches with new grey velvet.
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 18 in W 18 in D 18 in
Lillian August Vintage Floral Chintz Upholstered Ottoman with Arched Cream Base
By Century Furniture, Lillian August
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
An elegant vintage ottoman. Piece features soft pink and cream botanical tones atop a structured frame with gracefully arched cutouts—a design detail that subtly references neoclassi...
Polyester, Wood
Pair of off White and Brown Velvet x Base Ottomans by Billy Baldwin
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1950’s Glamorous pair off white with dark brown velvet piping X base ottomans by Billy Baldwin
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 28 in W 108 in D 78 in
Milo Baughman Style Directional Sectional Sofa, Chaise & Pouf Having Piled Base
By Directional
Located in Southampton, NJ
” H x W x D seat height 18” Sofa 28 x 74 x 35” SH 18” Pouf 20 x 25” diameter.
Leather, Wood
Pair of French Modern Red & White Sculptural Lamps, France 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, modern and sophisticated. Each lamp rests on a 7-inch-diameter pouf base, carved from wood and painted
Metal
Mahogany Base Pouf
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Upholstered oval pouf on mahogany base with brass accent band.
Brass
French Leather Ottoman with Wood Base
Located in High Point, NC
French leather ottoman with wood base.
Wood, Leather
French Leather Ottoman with Wood Base
Located in High Point, NC
French leather ottoman with wood base.
Wood, Leather
French Leather Ottoman with Wood Base
Located in High Point, NC
French leather ottoman with wood base.
Wood, Leather
French Leather Ottoman with Wood Base
Located in High Point, NC
French leather ottoman with wood base.
French Leather Ottoman with Wood Base
Located in High Point, NC
French leather ottoman with wood base.
Great Michael Taylor Circular Ottoman W/ Cypress Wood Base
By Michael Taylor
Located in Miami, FL
Great ! Michael Taylor circular ottoman with a cypress wood base. Ottoman is a nice size measuring
Fabric
Pair of Directoire Style Curule-Base Tabourets
Located in New York, NY
Painted and Parcel-Gilt
Wood
Pair of 1980s Vintage Classic X Base Ottomans
By Billy Baldwin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offer here is a pair of circa 1980s vintage X base ottomans, with Billy Baldwin style. Covered in
Linen, Foam, Wood
Pair of Neoclassic Modern X Base Nickel Benches
Located in Miami, FL
These pair of CLASIC benches were reupholstered and bases were re- nickeled and the accent brass knob was polished as well. In other words they were totally refurbished . They date b...
Wood
Sold
H 17 in W 30 in D 30 in
Ottoman Upholstered in World War II British Cargo Parachute on Barn Board Base
Located in Madison, WI
Ottoman upholstered in World War II British cargo parachute mounted on a barn board base. Newly
Cotton, Wood
Sold
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 33.47 in
King Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Andre Vandenbeuck for Strassle, 1960s
By Andre Vandenbeuck, Strässle International
Located in Savona, IT
wood upholstered and lined in new green fabric. Pouf with metal base and wood inserts, padded and
Metal
Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Bronze Bench, France 1950's
By Alberto Giacometti
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bench in patinated wrought iron and bronze. The sabots are reminiscent of Giacometti's work for Jean-Michel Frank. 3 benches are available; the price is for one.
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
$2,155 / item
H 18.12 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Sparkle Light Blue Pouf with Light Blue and Silver Fringe
By Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant pouf showcases a cascading fringe of light blue and silver lurex threads enclosing the beechwood frame topped with a shimmering light blue velvet padded seat. Designed b...
Textile
$3,890 / item
H 39.77 in Dm 20.48 in
Tulip 520 Organic Minimal Belgian LInen & Brass Pendant Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
Tulip 520 Pendant is handmade to order. Inspired by nature with a modern geometric reference to both the Gothic and Art Nouveau styles that also refer to nature, this original sculpt...
Brass, Copper
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Ivory Cowhide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth mushroom pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding textur...
Cowhide
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Grey Bouclé Upholstered Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech
2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.
Stainless Steel
Custom Made Rug Cube Ottoman
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made cube style ottoman. This can be remade and ordered to any size. The rug we are using is a new "vintage look" turkish flat weave style with nano technology. Meaning this c...
Cotton, Foam, Polystyrene, Wood
$777 / item
H 9.85 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
21st Century Asian Blue Sand Outdoor Indoor Handmade Round Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This round, low pouf is the nonchalant seat you’ve been looking for. 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic, this pouf is suitable for both indoor and outdoor, complete with a handl...
Metal
Leo Medium Sideboard by Pastform
Located in Geneve, CH
Leo Medium Sideboard by Pastform Dimensions: D 42 x W 200 x H 80 cm Materials: Stained and varnished wood. Available in different wood color finishes: Whiskey, Rum, BPA, Nobel, Bran...
Wood
Pair of Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottomans with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a Honey coloured sheepskin and feature oil...
Sheepskin, Oak
$1,835 / item
H 27.17 in W 26.78 in D 26.38 in
Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Black Beige
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industria...
Fabric, Plastic
Geometric Printed Velvet Pouf
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Geometric printed velvet pout. Firm for seating or use as ottoman. Great as a pull-up chair. Measurements: Overall: 26”W x 26”D x 21”H Price As Shown: $1,260 each COM Price: $700 e...
Velvet
$3,960 / item
H 30 in W 90 in D 16 in
Fantastical Pale Pink Lynx Waterfall Console Table w Emerald Leopard Belly
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
3" thick MDF wrapped in fantastical lynx design paper on top and emerald green leopard print paper underside. Finished with a clear protective top coat for moderate use. Measureme...
Maple
$13,358 / item
H 18 in W 18 in D 24 in
Bench/Stool Modern Medieval Handmade Horsehair Iron Tassel Fringe Woven
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
HORSE HAIR BENCH NO. 3 J.M. Szymanski D. 2022 Contemporary furniture at its finest. Horsehair textile and blackened iron are combined to create an exciting juxtaposition of ele...
Steel, Iron
Tourbillon Coffee Table by David Duncan
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A round, bronze coffee table designed by David Duncan, featuring bronze zodiac reliefs, mounted around apron. With a unique tabletop featuring a polished optical swirl motif over blu...
Bronze
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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