White Pouf Ottoman
Late 20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
2010s Australian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Sheepskin
1990s American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bouclé, Upholstery
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bouclé, Walnut
2010s Australian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bouclé, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Bouclé
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wool, Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Alpaca, Velvet
2010s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Polystyrene, Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass, Mirror
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Naugahyde
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Other
2010s Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Chrome
2010s Portuguese Rustic Ottomans and Poufs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and P...
Fabric
2010s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass, Mirror, Polystyrene
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bouclé
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Upholstery
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Textile, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1980s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Other
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wool, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Textile
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Cowhide
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Textile
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Oak
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Oak
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs
Textile
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Oak, Chenille, Bouclé
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Oak
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood, Oak
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Other
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Metal, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Ottomans and Poufs
Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Other
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Plastic
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Bronze
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Textile
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Textile, Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Other
20th Century European Minimalist Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Faux Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Steel
2010s American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wool
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Textile
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between an ottoman and a pouf comes down to construction. An ottoman usually has a sturdy inner frame made of wood or metal in addition to padding and upholstery. On the other hand, a pouf usually consists of a fabric or leather cover stuffed with fiber filling. As a result, poufs tend to be softer and more flexible. Shop a large selection of ottomans and poufs on 1stDibs.
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