Tufted Square Poufs
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Fir, Plywood, PVC
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Other
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Foam, Maple
20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Acrylic
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Chrome, Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs
Mohair, Wood
Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Fruitwood, Leather
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Chrome
Early 2000s American Georgian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
2010s Italian Baroque Ottomans and Poufs
Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candle Sconces
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Steel
Late 20th Century American Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
2010s Brazilian Modern Wall Mirrors
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
Antique Early 1900s Organic Modern Candle Sconces
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Jacaranda
Vintage 1970s American End Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Wall Lights and Sconces
Iron
Vintage 1980s American Modern Chaise Longues
Metal
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Barware
Glass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Macassar
Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary American Gothic Wall Lights and Sconces
Iron
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Lacquer, Maple
2010s Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
Recent Sales
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary European Ottomans and Poufs
Chrome
20th Century French Napoleon III Ottomans and Poufs
Silk, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
2010s American American Classical Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Late 20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Leather
Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs
Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Late 20th Century American Classical Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Teak, Faux Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Danish Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
1990s Turkish Moorish Stools
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Late 20th Century Indian Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs
Silk
20th Century Indian Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs
Silk
Late 20th Century Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Wood
20th Century English Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Mohair
Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
20th Century Indian Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs
Silk
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
20th Century Indian Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs
Silk
Late 20th Century American William IV Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Ottomans and Poufs
Iron
Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Mohair, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Mohair, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Ottomans and Poufs
Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Upholstery
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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.
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