$1,587 / item
H 16 in W 19 in D 19 in
Glide Ottoman striped fabric, Round shapes, custom ottoman with casters movable
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The smart and simple glide striped ottoman can be used as a seat at a table, a place to kick your
Wood
Modern Striped Rectangle Ottoman, Footstool Green, Baby Blue Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Modern Stripe ottoman in fabric. Recently reupholstered. F-592-335
Textile, Wood
Kreiss foot stool or ottoman with Rose Tarlow striped velvet fabric
By Kreiss
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
lush Rose Tarlow green-and-gold striped cut-velvet and cord trim. The striped fabric complements and
Velvet, Wood, Upholstery
Nautical Striped Tufted Storage Ottoman Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
the striped upholstered base, detailed with a refined cord trim. Handcrafted in the USA, this bench
Fabric, Wood
Glide Striped Ottoman Round Custom Hidden Castors
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The smart and simple Glide Ottoman can be used as a seat at a table, a place to kick your feet up
Fabric
$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
functionality. This ottoman exemplifies that philosophy through its bold striped pattern and removable cushion
Fabric, Wood
$1,529Sale Price / item|15% Off
H 16.9 in W 27.5 in D 29.5 in
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and Golden Yellow Striped Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and golden yellow striped fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was
Wood, Teak, Fabric
$1,529Sale Price / item|15% Off
H 16.9 in W 27.5 in D 29.5 in
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and Sea Blue Striped Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and sea blue striped fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded
Fabric, Wood, Teak
$1,024
H 13.39 in W 48.43 in D 23.63 in
Italian modern pouf on brass wheels with orange and brown striped fabric, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern pouf on brass wheels with orange and brown striped fabric, 1970s Rectangular pouf
Brass
Mid-Century Brass and Striped Maroon Upholstered X-Bench
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-century x-bench with a brass frame topped with a striped maroon upholstered seat.
Metal, Brass
Vintage Striped Kilim Rug Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rich striped ottoman was newly made with a deconstructed vintage rug. The grandiose scale makes a
Fabric
Vintage Striped Ottomans on Brass Casters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Striped Ottomans on Casters 1960's Hand "Boro" Technique on Vintage Fabric Brass Casters
Brass
Pair of Custom-Made Ottomans Striped
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of custom-made ottomans or stools
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Red Striped Ottomans with X-Base, '2 Pairs Available'
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of vintage square ottomans with x-bases and beautiful stretcher details. These pieces retain
Upholstery, Fabric
Sold
H 40.5 in W 47.25 in D 51.13 in
B&B Italia UP 2000 Series Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Special Edition Striped
By Gaetano Pesce, B&B Italia
Located in Chattanooga, TN
We just had this special edition striped fabric professionally steam cleaned and they're looking
Fabric
Pair of Michael Taylor Design Montecito Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
fitted cushions in a blue and white striped vintage fabric. The matching ottoman measures 30 inches wide
Aluminum
Top of the Line Armchair and Ottoman Upholstered in Osborne and Little
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very comfortable inviting armchair and ottoman slipcovered in linen and cut velvet striped Osborne
Linen, Velvet
B&B Italia P60 Brown Striped Fabric Ottoman by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Basildon, London
. Featuring a cubed shape, the ottoman is upholstered in graphic brown and ivory striped fabric which can be
Fabric
Vintage Striped Rug Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rich striped vintage ottoman created with deconstructed vintage rug. Perfect for a cosy, liveable
Fabric
Sold
H 27.56 in W 35.44 in D 33.47 in
Cassina Maralunga Chair and Ottoman /Stool in Grey Striped Fabrics
By Cassina
Located in Halle, DE
can be folded down, or folded up to provide the user with more upper back and neck support. Fabrics
Fabric
Wicker Ottoman Newly Upholstered in Purple Striped Fabric
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wicker ottoman newly upholstered in purple striped fabric.
Milo Baughman rocking lounge and ottoman
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rocking lounge and ottoman with chrome frame has multicolored striped fabric. Ottoman
Pillow Top Ottoman in Pink and Natural Striped Fabric with Fringe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French pillow ottomans newly upholstered in Susan Deliss pink and natural striped fabric, bottom
Linen
Forsyth Zebra Hide Pouf Ottoman, Made To Order
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Our zebra pouf ottomans are handcrafted from our beautiful Forsyth zebra hides. The most beautiful zebra hides are selected, handcut, handstitched, and hand stuffed. Each step is met...
Zebra Hide
$12,750 / item
H 35.5 in W 59 in D 19 in
Bespoke Italian Brass Emerald Blue Green Art Glass 9-Drawer Dresser Sideboard
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Let's bring some ocean breeze inside! What we love about this piece is not only its functionality with its 9 drawers (options for sizes) but also its artistic impact and exceptional ...
Brass
$675Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
$912 / set
H 5.71 in W 6.11 in D 6.7 in
Fritz Heidenreich Rosenthal Mid-Century Large Pair Porcelain Doves
By Fritz Heidenreich
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning and quality pair German Rosenthal mid-century large porcelain doves designed by renowned sculptor Fritz Heidenreich (German, 1895-1966). The doves stand mounted on irregul...
Porcelain
$4,800 / set
H 29.53 in W 27.96 in D 39.38 in
Mid Century Lounge/Sun Chairs in Pine and Striped Cotton Canvas, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined pair of sun deck lounge chairs crafted from solid pine, featuring strong leather strap detailing and built for lasting comfort. The seats are made with high-quality, stripe...
Leather, Canvas, Pine
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$4,339
H 54.34 in W 37.01 in D 3.15 in
Large Swedish Modern Mirror in Solid Pine, Glas Mäster Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
By AB Markaryd
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking, large mirror was produced by Glas Mäster in Markaryd, Sweden, in the late 1960s. This generously sized rectangular mirror can be placed as floor mirror and can also be...
Mirror, Pine
Bertu Stools, Boca Dos Wood Stool, Solid
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Stools, Boca Dos Wood Stool, Solid Please scroll down to read IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT OUR STUMPS before purchase! Why buy BERTU HOME stumps? KILN DRIED Our stumps all...
Wood, Maple
$1,080 / item
H 3 in Dm 6 in
OLIVIA 6" Round Handcrafted Bronze and Steel Valet Bowl Tray by Soraya Osorio
By Soraya Osorio
Located in Vero Beach, FL
OLIVIA 6" Round Valet Tray Bowl — Blackened Bronzed Steel & Hand-Hammered Bonze The OLIVIA 6" round valet tray bowl combines refined craftsmanship with sculptural elegance. The exte...
Metal, Brass, Steel, Bronze
Custom Made Round Mohair Velvet Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Dagmar - Luupo Round Ottoman The Luupo Ottoman offers a versatile and sophisticated seating option for any modern interior. The round, inviting form sits on top of solid oak or waln...
Sheepskin, Oak
$2,000 / item
H 18 in W 48 in D 15 in
Shou Sugi Ban 4 foot Wood Bench Pine Corten Steel by Alabama Sawyer
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes salvaged local pine logs for a rustic bench for indoors or outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural texture of the end grain of eac...
Steel
Set Salta Mini Tube Flower Vases, Alpaca Silver & Cream Onyx
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Dimensions: 2,8 x 12 cm // 1,1" x 4,7" 2,8 x 18 cm // 1,1" x 7" 5 x 29,7 cm // 2" x 11,7" Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective introduces us to its profound be...
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Custom Made Walnut & Sheepskin Ottoman
Located in London, England
Custom Made Esko ottoman from Dagmar design This classic yet contemporary design was first produced in Denmark in the 1960s by cabinetmaker Soren Nielsen. This new edition is a stun...
Sheepskin, Walnut
LU Swing Sconce Plug-In
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful plug-in version of our Lumfardo Luminaires brass LU swing sconce in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hard...
Brass
Distressed Silver Convex Mirror
Located in London, GB
A distressed silver convex mirror, with bronze finish frame. Contemporary.
Mirror
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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