$8,365 / item
Chelini Paris Square Striped Pouf
By Chelini
Located in Milan, IT
Simplicity and elegance merge in this pouf of unmistakable classic inspiration. Raised on a solid wooden base - finished in Canaletto walnut and adorned with stepped grooves - the se...
Wood
$1,650Sale Price|25% Off
Monumental Newly Upholstered Ottoman Pouf, Ebonized Wood Feet
Located in Miami, FL
Monumental Newly Upholstered Ottoman Pouf, Ebonized Wood Feet Offered for sale is a very large newly upholstered ottoman or pouf with ebonized square wood feet.
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Jindrich Halabala Square Stool in Decorative Upholstery
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. This poetic square pouf, designed in the 1930s at the height of the Art Deco mov...
Fabric, Beech
Mid-Century Chrome Frame Upholstered Top Rocking Ottoman
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-century square rocking ottoman with a bird and foliage beige, blue, and pink upholstered top cushion supported by a curved square chrome frame.
Metal, Chrome
Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A stately ottoman having squared oak legs with an upholstered cushion.
Wood
Double Stitch Leather Ottoman on Floating Plinth Base
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
A square leather ottoman elevated on a recessed plinth — the floating base keeps the form light and architectural despite its substantial proportions.
Leather, Upholstery
$1,144 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Mocha
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Alcamo, IT
The Ghost 36 P, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a versatile family of upholstered furnishings distinguished by their comfort, simplicity, ...
Fabric
$1,144 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Aurora
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Alcamo, IT
The Ghost 36 P, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a versatile family of upholstered furnishings distinguished by their comfort, simplicity, ...
Fabric
$1,014 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Deus
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Alcamo, IT
The Ghost 36 P, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a versatile family of upholstered furnishings distinguished by their comfort, simplicity, ...
Fabric
$1,144 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Stone
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Alcamo, IT
The Ghost 36 P, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a versatile family of upholstered furnishings distinguished by their comfort, simplicity,...
Fabric
$1,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
Chic Pair of Mid Century Modern Pillow Top Upholstered Ottomans
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super chic custom pair of square upholstered pillow top ottomans having a stylish combo of grey flannel bases with grey, blue and cream patterned tops.
Upholstery
Art Deco Style Light Blue Square Pouf
By Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
A versatile addition to chic living rooms and upscale lounges, this square pouf refinement. Crafted from soft light blue velvet with matching fringes, it features accents in grey lur...
Textile
Art Deco Style Orange Square Cleo Pouf
By Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
Marking a pivotal expansion for Lorenza Bozzoli, the Treasure Collection introduces the Orange Cleo pouf. This luxurious piece features vibrant orange velvet seating, geometrical pur...
Textile
$1,549 / item
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - 3D blu
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Alcamo, IT
The Ghost 36 P, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a versatile family of upholstered furnishings distinguished by their comfort, simplicity, ...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Lino Bianco
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Alcamo, IT
The Ghost 36 P, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a versatile family of upholstered furnishings distinguished by their comfort, simplicity, ...
Fabric
$229Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Square Pouf Skai Faux Leather Brown Patchwork 41cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
A charming, square, vintage patchwork-style ottoman made from a wooden base and upholstered in high-quality, two-tone brown and camel-colored faux leather, manufactured in Belgium ci...
Faux Leather
$163Sale Price|20% Off
Square Pouf Skai Faux Leather Brown Camel Patchwork 41cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
A charming, square, vintage patchwork-style ottoman made from a wooden base and upholstered in high-quality, two-tone brown and camel-colored faux leather, manufactured in Belgium ci...
Faux Leather
21st Century Clay Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
Metal
Italian modern squared pouf in beige suede with buttons, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern squared pouf in beige suede with buttons, 1990s Square-based pouf or footrest, padded and upholstered in beige suede leather with buttons. Black wooden feet. 1990s. Go...
Suede
21st Century Clay Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
Metal
$2,500Sale Price|26% Off
Brass Framed Biscuit Tufted Ottoman in Original Black Leather by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Square, brass-framed ottoman on casters with its original biscuit tufted, black leather upholstery, designed by Harvey Probber.
Brass
$3,739 / set
Large Pair of Square Poufs, France, circa 1970s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Striking pair of large square stools or poufs, raised on black-painted wooden legs. The cushions are upholstered in bright red Naugahyde-like fabric. (One is noticeably more worn tha...
21st Century Mocha Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
Metal
21st Century Hamra Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
Metal
Pouf with a black square pillow and iron legs
Located in Munich, DE
Elevate your décor with this chic pouf, featuring a black square pillow and sturdy iron legs. A perfect blend of comfort and modern style for any space. Iron stand: 18cmx59cmx59cm
Metal
21st Century Sand Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Flower Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The Rosette pouf is a graphic, visual, and prominent addition to our Mediterranean collection. A good luck charm for your space. The rosette motif is an ornament made from different ...
Metal
21st Century Hamra Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Flower Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The Rosette pouf is a graphic, visual, and prominent addition to our Mediterranean collection. A good luck charm for your space. The rosette motif is an ornament made from different ...
Metal
21st Century Brown-Black Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
Metal
Small Plissé Square Beige Velvet Pouf by Lorenza Bozzoli Couture
By Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
The Small Plissé Square Pouf is a captivating blend of bold design and refined elegance. Measuring 35 cm (13.8 inches) in width and 38 cm (15 inches) in height, this pouf is perfect ...
Textile
21st Century Green-Sand Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
Metal
21st Century Brown-Black Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
Metal
21st Century Sand-Blue Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
Metal
Italy Post-Modern Green Leather Squared Pouf with Black Spherical Lacquered Feet
Located in Brescia, IT
This bamboo shoot green leather pouf is entirely handmade. It's made in Italy, entirely handcrafted with high-quality leather. It is a product made around 1990, coming from the Nort...
Leather, Wood
Pouf with a fish-patterned square pillow and iron legs
Located in Munich, DE
Elevate your décor with this chic pouf, featuring a fish-patterned square pillow and sturdy iron legs. A perfect blend of comfort and modern style for any space. Iron stand: 18cmx59c...
Metal
A pair of Trico ottomans from the Trico series by Ammannati & Vitelli for Brunat
Located in New York, NY
Two square stools or ottomans designed by Titiana Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli for Brunati Italia.
Fabric, Plastic
NEW! Dooq! Modern Carmel Wood Pouf Square White Bouclé and Wood Feet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Marking a milestone for Dooq Details, the Carmel Modular Couch introduces the brand’s first-ever modular sofa. Composed of 12 versatile modules, Carmel allows endless configurations,...
Leather, Fabric
Plissé Square Cognac and Brown Velvet Pouf by Lorenza Bozzoli Couture
By Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
The Plissé Square Cognac and Brown Velvet Pouf brings a sophisticated, three-dimensional expression to the signature Plissé pattern. Measuring 95 x 95 cm (37.4 x 37.4 inches) with a ...
Textile
Midcentury Tito Agnoli Rattan and Wicker Square Pouf Stool, Italy, 1970s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century square pouf fully made in curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This gorgeous French Riviera style pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli and made in Italy during the 1...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Italian modern squared stool in black faux leather with wheels, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Squared Stool in black faux leather with wheels, 1980s Square base pouf in black faux leather. The stool has a slight rise on the back. Wheels at the base, this makes ...
Leather
Cookie Square Pouf in Gatsby 138 Grey Upholstery by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego, Saba Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A new evolution of Saba poufs, Cookie are available in a round or square format and are characterized by the light quilting on the seating area. The Cookie poufs are fun and independ...
Upholstery
Pair of Square Upholstered Cream & White Benches in Style of Billy Baldwin MINT
By Billy Baldwin, Wellington Hall Ltd
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Square Upholstered Cream & White Benches in Style of Billy Baldwin MINT
Upholstery
Square Pouf Upholstered with a New Fabric with Flower Decoration in Green Tones
Located in Marbella, ES
Square Pouf Upholstered with a New Fabric with Flower Decoration in Green Tones
Fabric, Wood
Pair of International Style Black Tufted Leather and Chrome Benches
By Knoll
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American mid-century International Style (circa 1950) 'Barcelona' ottomans / benches with square tufted black leather tops supported by polished chrome bases.
Metal, Chrome
1960s Vintage Rattan Side Table and Ottoman Set in Good Condition
Located in Stamford, CT
Ottoman is 20 inches square, 10.5 inches high.
Rattan
Unavailable|$475
Mid Size Square Ottoman
Located in Bronx, NY
Medium to slightly large square ottoman.
Unavailable|$3,600
Madison Square Ottoman
By Irwin Feld
Located in New York, NY
Our Madison square ottoman is designed by Irwin Feld Design for CF Modern and is covered in a tailored grey upholstery with four intersecting seams and button detail.
Chrome
Unavailable|$5,005 / item
Tuffet Square Ottoman by Powell & Bonnell
By Powell & Bonnell
Located in New York, NY
Square ottoman with upholstered top-stitch detail seat and reverse tapered iron base.
Iron
Unavailable|$1,600
McGuire Toscana Rattan Square Ottoman
Located in Lake Success, NY
McGuire Toscana rattan ottoman designed by Orlando Diaz-Azcuy, model AO-56.
Rattan
Unavailable|$595
French Directoire Style Square Ottoman
Located in Charlotte, NC
Newly Upholstered in Linen with Brush Fringe, late 19thc or Eary 20thc square. Original Paint
Wood
Unavailable|$1,295 / item
Modern Simple Style Square Ottoman with Brindle Cowhide and Brass Frame and Legs
By Modshop
Located in Compton, CA
The Bordeaux ottoman has a simple, classic, yet elegant brass frame. Finished with brindle cowhide, the Bordeaux ottoman is the perfect centerpiece for any living room. Dimensio...
Brass
Unavailable|$1,295 / item
Modern Simple Style Square Ottoman with off White Cowhide and Brass Frame & Legs
By Modshop
Located in Compton, CA
The Bordeaux ottoman has a simple, classic, yet elegant brass frame and legs. Finished with off-white cowhide, the Bordeaux ottoman is the perfect centrepiece for any living room. ...
Brass
Unavailable|$2,495
Large Italian Ottoman in Mohair
Located in Charlotte, NC
Large Carved Square Ottoman, New Mohair Cushion
Unavailable|$3,200
Ottoman
By Horace Trumbauer
Located in Santa Monica, CA
the square ottoman is covered in a bright yellow and grey stripped textile.
Fabric
Unavailable|$595 / item
Modern Style Square Milan Welted Ottoman in Mauve Velvet with Chrome Feet
By Modshop
Located in Compton, CA
This square ottoman stands on 1" chrome feet. Shown in Mauve velvet.
Chrome
Unavailable|$3,995
Vintage Turkish Rug Patchwork Ottoman
Located in Alpharetta, GA
A square ottoman upholstered with various Turkish rugs patchworked together to make a completely unique, one-of-a-kind wonder that will instantly become the focus of a room.
Metal
Unavailable|$325 / item
Large Upholstered Ottomans, Navy Plaid--in stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two 22" square ottomans in navy and black plaids, with a black ultra suede base.
Thread, Upholstery, Wood
Unavailable|$2,687 / item
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.
Gold Leaf
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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