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Poof Ottoman

Marge Carson Mid-Century Brass Souffle Poof Ottoman, Pair
By Marge Carson
Located in Countryside, IL
Marge Carson mid-century brass souffle poof ottoman - pair. Each ottoman measures: 16 wide x 16
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Egypt Pictured Pouf Ottoman Footrest Poof Pouffe Made of Leather, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful leather footrest poof ottoman. The leather poof is in a very good used condition, wood
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Dinosaur Pouf Ottoman Footstool Poof Pouffe Mad of Leather, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Shades of green leather handmade footstool poof ottoman in the form of a Dinosaur. The leather poof
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Embroidered Round Poof
Located in Westwood, NJ
Expertly benchmade and upholstered in the USA, this exquisite vanity-height ottoman features a
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21st Century and Contemporary North American American Classical Ottomans...

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Embroidered Round Poof
Embroidered Round Poof
H 20 in W 29 in D 29 in
Arc Poof, Silver Boucle Upholstery by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this ottoman. The ottoman has been covered in a silver bouclé fabric. The ottoman can also be made to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Swivel Ottoman in Black Leather and Steel Base
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ottoman, poof or footstool, chrome-plated steel, black leather, Europe, 1980s A minimalist and
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Vintage 1980s European Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Swivel Ottoman in Black Leather and Steel Base
Swivel Ottoman in Black Leather and Steel Base
H 15.56 in W 23.63 in D 24.61 in
Angel Pazmino Attributed Mid-Century Leather Patchwork Ottoman
By Angel Pazmino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, hand tooled, leather patchwork ottoman or poof, attributed to Angel Pazmino. Beautiful
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Mid-20th Century South American Other Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Midcentury Ottoman Pouf in the Style of William "Billy" Haines
By Dorothy Draper, Grosfeld House, James Mont, William Billy Haines
Located in Houston, TX
Midcentury ottoman pouf in the style of William "Billy" Haines. This charming 32 inch round poof is
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bouclé

France & Søn Stool in Leather and Teak
By France & Søn
Located in Waalwijk, NL
France & Søn stool, poof or ottoman, leather, teak, Denmark, 1960s Modest and elegant stool
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Teak

France & Søn Stool in Leather and Teak
France & Søn Stool in Leather and Teak
H 15.95 in W 22.84 in D 19.3 in
Mushroom Poof or Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing Mushroom poof, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the 60's. It is covered with the
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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Jens Risom Big Chair and Ottoman by Ralph Pucci
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
impressive lounge chair with an equally oversized ottoman or poof. Signature triangular form three leg walnut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Italian Design Mid-Century Modern Oval Stools, Benches or Ottomans
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of Italian 1970s oval form stools, ottomans, poofs or benches with a recessed brass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Stools / Benches Attributed to Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A pair of elegant Mid-Century Louis XVI style foot stools / ottomans / poofs in the modern
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Organic Modern Stools attributed to Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant Pair of Italian Midcentury Modern Organic Form Stools / Benches / Ottomans / Poofs in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-CenturyModern Brass & Cotton Vanity Chair Attributed to Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in New York, NY
much sought after. Additional References: Senior Chairs, Lady Chairs, Ottomans, Poofs, Bedroom
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Recent Sales

Mid-Century Modern Round Footed Upholstered Poof Ottoman
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Round Footed Upholstered Poof Ottoman Offered for sale is a Mid-Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Modern Sally Sirkin Lewis for J Robert Scott Long Leather Poof Ottoman Bench
By Sally Sirkin Lewis
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Modern Sally Sirkin Lewis for J Robert Scott Long Leather Poof Ottoman Bench.
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Postmodern Poof Ottomans by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, A Pair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wonderfully fun round ottomans in bright candy-colored ultra-suede. Lightweight enough to move
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1990s American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Pouf Ottomans
By Karl Springer
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of poof ottomans with brass band bases. In the style of Karl Springer. Newly upholstered in
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Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Pouf Ottomans
Pair of Pouf Ottomans
H 17 in W 20 in D 20 in
Vladimir Kagan Ottoman/Poof
By Vladimir Kagan, Grosfeld House
Located in Chicago, IL
Kagan for Grosfeld House rare ottoman/poof. Sculpted solid walnut splayed legs, oiled hand rubbed
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Ottoman/Poof
Vladimir Kagan Ottoman/Poof
H 18.25 in W 32.5 in D 32.5 in
An elegant Ottoman or Poof
Located in Manhasset, NY
A finely upholstered poof or ottoman.Green and cream with gold fabric the corners all having tassle
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Ottomans and Poufs

An elegant Ottoman or Poof
An elegant Ottoman or Poof
H 12 in W 18.5 in D 13 in
Matteograssi Italian Modern Poof Leather Ottoman
By Matteograssi
Located in Astoria, NY
Matteograssi Italian modern 'Poof TT10' leather upholstered square ottoman with chrome plated steel
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Scarpa Rolling Ottomans/Poofs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Chicago, IL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Rolling Ottomans Chocolate brown leather with metal bracing
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Ottoman or Poof
By Paul Follot, Jules Leleu, André Arbus, Maurice Dufrêne
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning antique French Louis XVI style giltwood bench, ottoman, stool or pouf with fluted legs
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Vintage 1920s European Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Giltwood

Leather Modern Mint Ottoman or Poof in Pie Form
Located in Manhasset, NY
Leather modern mint ottoman or pouf in pie form. Fine clean lines on this sleek and stylish
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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Jacquard Swivel Poof
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fabulous vintage MCM swivel poof. Beautiful neutral jacquard upholstery. Acquired from a Palm Beach
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Jacquard Swivel Poof
Vintage Jacquard Swivel Poof
H 14 in W 26 in D 26 in
Circular Finely Upholstered and Lined Ottoman or Poof with a Tassel Fringe Base
Located in Manhasset, NY
A circular finely upholstered and lined ottoman or pouf with a tassel fringe base. Done in the
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

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.
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

Karl Springer Style "Souffle" Poof
Karl Springer Style "Souffle" Poof
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 .
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Late 20th Century Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

Karl Springer style "Souffle" Poof
Karl Springer style "Souffle" Poof
H 18 in W 19 in D 19 in
Lisaura Paris Macaroon Children’s Poof, a Pair
By Lisaura Paris, Inc
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic pair of new Lisaura Paris children’s poofs. Pale pink washable velvet cover for easy care
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Late 20th Century French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Arc Poof, Charcoal, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this ottoman. The ottoman has been covered in a charcoal bouclé fabric. The ottoman can also be made to
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Arc Poof, Cream, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this ottoman. The ottoman has been covered in a cream bouclé fabric. The ottoman can also be made to
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

Arc Poof, Cream, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this ottoman. The ottoman has been covered in a cream bouclé fabric. The ottoman can also be made to
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Contemporary Printed Leopard Chenille Poofs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fab pair of vintage printed leopard poofs. Beautiful contemporary shape. Great for additional
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Late 20th Century Chinese Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

French Togo Ottoman Attributed to Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Houston, TX
This postmodern French Togo ottoman or poof design is attributed to Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
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Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric

Large Mid-Century Oval Bench Upholstered in Grey Shearling
By James Mont, Jules Leleu, Milo Baughman, André Arbus
Located in Houston, TX
bench, ottoman or poof is both comfortable and beautiful from every angle. Perfect used floating in a
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Vintage 1950s Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Wood

Vintage 1970s Pouf/Ottoman in Ostrich Leather in the Manner of Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage poof/ottoman, 1970s, in the style of Karl Springer. Stunning bronze base souffle pouf
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Ostrich Leather

Karl Springer Style Souffle Poufs
By Karl Springer
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Pair of chic Karl Springer style soufflé poof ottomans featuring new reupholstered pads in a
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Karl Springer Style Souffle Poufs
Karl Springer Style Souffle Poufs
H 17 in W 20 in D 20 in
Turtle Animal Pouf Ottoman Footstool Poof Pouffe Mad of Leather, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Tan brown leather handmade footstool poof ottoman in the form of a Turtle. The leather poof with a
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Egypt Pictured Pouf Ottoman Footstool Poof Pouffe Made of Leatherette, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful leatherette footstool poof ottoman on a wooden frame. The leatherette poof is in a very
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Leather, Wood

Soccer Ball Leather Bean Bag Chair & Lounger Poof Made of Genuine Leather, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful leather footrest poof ottoman. The leather poof is in a very good used condition, wood
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Matteograssi Italian Modern Poof Leather Ottoman
By Matteograssi
Located in Astoria, NY
Matteograssi Italian modern 'Poof TT10' leather upholstered square ottoman with chrome plated steel
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Hollywood Regency Style Palatial Butterfly Ottoman Poof
Located in Manhasset, NY
Palatial butterfly ottoman pouf. This wonderfully decorative custom-made pouf depicts a bright and
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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Heywood Wakefield Vanity Poof
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Heywood Wakefield Poof or Vanity Stool, newly refinished and reupholstered. Salmon vintage nubby
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

French Louis XVI Style Poof
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century French Transitional Louis XV-XVI style stool/ottoman.
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood, Linen

Style of Karl Springer Poofs
By Karl Springer, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of three poufs upholstered with original Jack Lenor Larsen velvet with French-stitching details.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Foam, Upholstery

Style of Karl Springer Poofs
Style of Karl Springer Poofs
H 21 in W 24 in D 24 in
De Sede Storage Poof in natural Patchwork Leather, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice storage poof in super patined natural patchwork leather. The stool was designed as
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Italian Gio Ponti Inspired Ottoman with Splayed Legs
By Federico Munari, Minotti, Gio Ponti, Marco Zanuso, Gigi Radice
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Gio Ponti inspired ottoman, stool, poof or bench with splayed legs newly upholstered in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

3x Mid Century Mushroom Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
3x Artifort Mushroom poof or Ottoman, as is for reupholstery.
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

large Elephant Animal Pouf Ottoman Footstool Poof Pouffe Made of Leather, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Tan brown leather handmade Elephant animal. The leather poof with a nice patina, gives your living
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Pair of Karl Springer Style Waterfall Ottomans or Benches with Brass Bases
By Karl Springer, Thayer Coggin, Marge Carson, Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning pair of Karl Springer style waterfall benches, ottomans or poofs with brass bases. These
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

French Square Leather Poof/Ottoman
Located in Stamford, CT
Item #026-33 This great French leather square poof or ottoman is a deliciously comfortable addition
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Vintage 1930s French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Square Leather Patchwork Poof or Ottoman, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Midcentury brown patchwork leather ottoman.
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Faience Porcelain Poof
Located in Stamford, CT
Faience Porcelain Poof
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Antique 19th Century Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Porcelain

Faience Porcelain Poof
Faience Porcelain Poof
H 16 in W 20 in D 24 in
Huge Distressed Leather Circular Sofa/poof
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This round tufted leather poof/ lobby sofa stops traffic. It was custom made for a large house in
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Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs

Italian Carved Wood Rope and Tassel Poof
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Classic Italian carved wood stool with rope and tassel motif and linen cushion.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Pair Of Chic Puffs Upholstered In Pucci Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
BEAUTIFULL PAIR OF POOFS , STOOLS , OTTOMANS UPHOLSTERED IN TRI COLOR EMILIO PUCCI FABRIC. THE BASE
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Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Square Black Leather Ottoman or Poof, France, 1980's
Located in Amsterdam, NL
High quality thick black leather poof by 'Hidden Cabin" filled with hay. Marked on the side.
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Attributed to A. Rudin Set of Three Poof Slipper Chairs
By A. Rudin
Located in Houston, TX
Offered is a set of three swivel "poof" slipper chairs attributed to A. Rudin. The black and white
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Monumental Rolling Hollywood Pouf
Located in Bronx, NY
-Century decorative poof can double as an ottoman and it is most comfortable, please also visit to see more
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Dog Pouf Poof Pouffe Decoration Animal Made of Leather 1970s Midcentury
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Dark brown leather handmade pouf or decoration animal in the form of a dog. This leather animal with a nice patina, gives your living room a beautiful style. It has some scratches in...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Leather

Vintage Ottoman Styled After Marge Carson
By Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This exquisite pair of vintage ottomans, beautifully styled after Marge Carson and crafted in the United States during the 1980s. Draped in a luxurious gold fabric that encases the e...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Vintage Retro Original 1960s Tan & Brown Leather Footstool Pouffe
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Here we have for sale this lovely vintage Mid-Century Modern leather patch work footstool pouffe. This Pouffe screams mid century cool and would look fabulous in a multitude of se...
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Vintage Boho Marge Carson Boucle Ottomans - a Pair
By Marge Carson
Located in west palm beach, FL
Unwind in style with this pair of Vintage Boho Marge Carson Boucle Ottomans, a fusion of comfort and chic Americana. Crafted by Marge Carson, renowned for luxury, these boucle ottoma...
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Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

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1970's Leather Hippo Hippopotamus Footstool Pouf
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Leather Hippo Hippopotamus Footstool Pouf. Made in the 1970's, probably Italy. Two tone leather large pouf or foorstool with soft fabric on the underside and pair of wooden b...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Leather, Fabric

1970's Leather Hippo Hippopotamus Footstool Pouf
1970's Leather Hippo Hippopotamus Footstool Pouf
H 15.75 in W 36.23 in D 23.63 in
Lovely Pair Karl Springer Style Faux Shagreen Pouf Ottomans
By Karl Springer
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Great gilded gold leaf base Hollywood regency "souffle" ottoman pair in the manner of Karl Springer with faux pink Shagreen upholstery. Good condition with limited signs of wear. Mea...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Metal

Pair of Marge Carson Green Velvet Poufs
By Marge Carson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Marge Carson green velvet poufs, c.1970s, USA. The square ottoman features soft curves and is upholstered in a rich emerald green velvet. The pouf is supported by a brass pli...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

Vintage Brass Poufs by Marge Carson
By Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful pair of vintage brass poufs/ottomans designed by Marge Carson in the United States, circa 1970s. Each pouf features a brass base, and each cushion seems to have the design ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Poufs by Marge Carson
Vintage Brass Poufs by Marge Carson
H 17.5 in W 26 in D 26 in
Vintage Oversized Shearling and Brass "Poufs" by Marge Carson
By Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

1970s Vintage Brass Poufs by Marge Carson - a Pair
By Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

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Poof Ottoman For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the poof ottoman you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each poof ottoman for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, fabric and leather. Your living room may not be complete without a poof ottoman — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right poof ottoman, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Louis XVI styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made poof ottoman over the years, but those crafted by Vladimir Kagan, Afra & Tobia Scarpa and Cassina are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Poof Ottoman?

The average selling price for a poof ottoman at 1stDibs is $1,650, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $13,200 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.