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Tufted Square Poufs

Malvina Collection - Orange Small Square Capitonnè Pouf
By Domingo
Located in Milan, IT
Exuding elegance and comfort, this pouf makes a glamorous statement piece in a classic-styled
Category

2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fir, Plywood, PVC

Malvina Collection - White Large Square Capitonnè Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
This tufted pouf is entirely padded in multi-density polyurethane foam to give a comfortable feel
Category

2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Other

Thayer Coggin Black Tufted Leather Square Ottoman Modern Barcelona Style
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Thayer Coggin black tufted leather ottoman. Item details tufted leather upholstery, original label
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Transitional Square Button Tufted Upholstered Ottoman w/ Wood Feet Customizable
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Transitional tufted ottoman in a modern shimmering blue cut velvet with metallic detail and thick
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Maple

Design Institute of Chrome and Button Tufted White Vinyl Square Bench
Located in New York, NY
American Modernist square bench with a thin chrome frame and x-shaped stretcher and button tufted
Category

20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Modern Whited Tufted Square Ottoman or Coffee Table with Acrylic Legs
Located in Dayton, OH
Modern upholstered ottoman in white with tufting. Supported by acrylic contoured legs.
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Acrylic

Pair of International Style Black Tufted Leather and Chrome Benches
By Knoll
Located in New York, NY
square tufted black leather tops supported by polished chrome bases. (PRICED AS PAIR) (manner of MIES VAN
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome, Metal

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
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Brunshwig & Fils Grosvenor Square Brown Mohair Ottoman
By Brunschwig & Fils
Located in Bridgeport, CT
. Dark brown mohair with a tufted top and tailored skirt. Tan cording detail. Raised on castors. H. 19
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Pair of Sueded Leather Tufted Storage Ottomans, in the Manner of Ralph Lauren
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A chic pair of square tufted storage ottomans. The matt finished leather with antiqued brass nail
Category

Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fruitwood, Leather

Sleek Pair of Mid Century Modern Chrome Ottomans with New Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Versatile pair of square mid century modern chrome and upholstered ottomans stools having handsome
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

Georgian, Cabriole Leg Ottomans, Tan Leather, Wood, USA, 2000s
Located in Stamford, CT
Georgian, Cabriole Leg Ottomans, Tan Leather, Wood, USA, 2000s Pair of square georgian style
Category

Early 2000s American Georgian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

21st Century Red Baroque-Inspired Ottoman by Modenese Gastone
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
squared, padded seat upholstered in bright red fabric with peculiar high-end embroidery, the ottoman is
Category

2010s Italian Baroque Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf

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fferrone Contemporary Modern Mirror Polished Stainless Steel Candle Wall Scone
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Strikingly simple and minimal, the contemporary, modern, asymmetrical candle wall sconce, made from mirror polish stainless steel, reflects the light doubling it’s effect which perfe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candle Sconces

Materials

Stainless Steel

George Mulhauser Leather Ottoman Chrome Star Base for Plycraft
By Plycraft, George Mulhauser
Located in Munich, DE
Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft´, USA, 1960s. Steel and faux black leather. Measures: H 40 x W 54 x D 61 cm.  
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Victorian English Style leather Ottoman with Brass Casters and Nailhead Trim
By George Smith
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Rectangular Victorian English Style leather Ottoman. Coffee table or cocktail table with turned walnut legs with brass casters and brass nailhead trim. Dimensions: H 17" x W 27" x D ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Victorian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Aro Mirror 35 by Leandro Garcia Contemporary Brazil Design
By Leandro Garcia
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Aro Mirror 35 by Leandro Garcia Contemporary Brazil Design Dimensions: h 35 x 5.6 cm Final mirror length considering spheres: L 42 cm Materials: Light, medium, dark or reddish...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Soriana Ottoman by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Renens, CH
Soriana pouf or ottoman by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. Original 1970s cognac leather. The pouf can be easily moved around since it has castors attached to the underside. Or...
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Andrianna Shamaris Star Shape Candleholder or Sconce
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Hand-carved antique base originally used to hold a column. These look great to hold a candle or to wire for a light. We have a collection. Please inquire. The price reflects one. ...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Organic Modern Candle Sconces

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Art Deco Mjolby Intarsia Wall Sconces
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical pair of sconces created for candlelight. Always intrigued by the good life; in southern Europe, the Swedes liked portraying happy musicians in costume. The theme of the d...
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Jacaranda

Art Deco Mjolby Intarsia Wall Sconces
Art Deco Mjolby Intarsia Wall Sconces
H 10.5 in W 10.5 in D 0.5 in
Abstract Painting Square Table
Located in Stamford, CT
Square end table or coffee table with fun "Jean Miro" style abstract painting on top.
Category

Vintage 1970s American End Tables

Materials

Wood

Abstract Painting Square Table
Abstract Painting Square Table
H 20.5 in W 32 in D 32 in
Pair of Large Hand-Forged Wrought Iron Wall Sconces
Located in Troy, NY
Hand-forged wrought iron sconces, timeless, bold and Stark appearance, exclusively designed for the Fortress, each sconce is individually hand-forged by local artisans; small variati...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Milo Baughman Chaise Lounge for Thayer Coggin, Ivory, Black, Daybed
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Miami, FL
Original Milo Baughman Chaise for Thayer Coggin, recently reupholstered in beautiful ivory fabric, base has a black finish. Ready for a new home.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Early Art Deco Libby Water or Cocktail Glasses
Located in Ferndale, MI
Set of six tapered cocktail glasses on round scalloped base. Early production Libby glass with acid etched signature mark.
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Glass

Large French Art Deco Bench or Ottoman, Jules Leleu Inspired
By André Arbus, Jules Leleu, Dominique, Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Houston, TX
Large French Art Deco bench or ottoman, Jules Leleu inspired. Stunning French Art Deco upholstered square ottoman, stool or bench, circa 1930. Measures: 24 inch square. This Classi...
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Macassar

Square Coffee Table by M. Kingma
By Marcus Kingma
Located in Brussels, BE
Square coffee table designed and made by Marcus Kingma. Marcus was the brother of Paul Kingma who started making these tables in the 1960s. Marcus helped Paul making table at the end...
Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone

Square Coffee Table by M. Kingma
Square Coffee Table by M. Kingma
H 18.51 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Pair of Large Hand-Forged Wrought Iron Wall Sconces
Located in Troy, NY
Large, hand-forged wrought iron wall sconces, timeless, bold and stark appearance, exclusively designed for the Fortress, each sconce is individually hand-forged by local artisans; s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Gothic Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Large Ottoman/Coffee Table with Italian Leather & Lacquered Legs & Recessed Tray
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
White lacquered solid hard maple 12-inch high frame topped with deep soft Italian leather upholstered bumper that is 6.5-inches high by 12- inches deep surrounds a 36” x 36” recessed...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Lacquer, Maple

Tufted Velvet Round Ottoman, Custom
Located in Dallas, TX
Custom blue tufted velvet round ottoman. This ottoman can be made to any size with COM. Four yards minimum for 32" diameter x 17" tall size Pricing may vary with larger sizes. ...
Category

2010s Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

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Modern Style Square Cube Manhattan Channel Tufted Ottoman in Sharkskin Velvet
By Modshop
Located in Compton, CA
channel tufting on all four sides, a simple cube shape, and stylish versatility, this ottoman is sure to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Square Tufted Ottoman
Located in Greenwich, CT
Orange vinyl ottoman made by us in Norwalk, Connecticut. A comfy add to your room, this ottoman is big enough for you and your friends to lounge and rest upon.
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Square Tufted Ottoman
Square Tufted Ottoman
H 18 in W 40 in D 40 in
Pair Black tufted all Leather Square Stools
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Great Set of tufted Leather Stools fitted with chrome feet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

Tufted Silk Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
The tufted seat covered in an arabesque patterned woven silk; with bullion fringe and skirt; on
Category

20th Century French Napoleon III Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silk, Wood

Tufted Silk Ottoman
Tufted Silk Ottoman
H 18 in W 37 in D 37 in
1940's tufted hassock
Located in St. Louis, MO
Large tufted ottoman, ivory fabric square tufted form with tapered low mahogany legs.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

1940's tufted hassock
1940's tufted hassock
H 15.5 in W 33 in D 33 in
ENGLISH TUFTED LEATHER OTTOMAN
Located in New York, NY
Square tufted Victorian ottoman restored and re-fitted in distressed burgundy leather. The sides
Category

Antique 19th Century English Ottomans and Poufs

ENGLISH TUFTED LEATHER OTTOMAN
ENGLISH TUFTED LEATHER OTTOMAN
H 17 in W 21 in D 21 in
Large Classic Tufted Leather Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
A large classic tufted orange leather upholstered square ottoman with serpentine rails having large
Category

2010s American American Classical Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Large Classic Tufted Leather Ottoman
Large Classic Tufted Leather Ottoman
H 18 in W 42.5 in L 18 in
Large Tufted Leather Ottoman On Chrome Feet
Located in Danville, CA
Beautiful quality tufted Leather Ottoman raised on low, square chrome feet.
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood, Leather

2-Piece, Tufted Ottoman by Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House
Located in New York, NY
Unusual form with turned wood base, painted in off white. Tufted top upholstered in burnt-orange
Category

Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Ottoman tufted silk Brass legs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice example of of a silk tufted Ottoman designed by Robsjohn gibbings as they have his signature
Category

Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Bradington Young Tufted Green Leather Reclining Rockwell Chair and Ottoman
By Bradington Young
Located in Dayton, OH
curved crest rail and padded, button-tufted back joining flared armrests. The chair includes a removable
Category

Late 20th Century American Classical Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Brass X-Base Ottoman in White Boucle with Tufts, 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage ottoman featuring a polished brass base with an X support. This ottoman has a square seat
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Pair Paul McCobb attr Blue Tufted Brushed Metal Ottomans / Stools - Brass Finish
By Paul McCobb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
High Quality Pair of Large, Vintage, Brushed Metal Square Ottomans / Stools attributed to Paul
Category

20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Large 50's Walnut Ottoman in the style of Wormley
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD DEC 2011 Wonderful large scale in this 28" square modern pouf with its shaped and turned
Category

Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs

Karl Springer Style Leather Ottoman
By Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a rich tufted brown leather. The ottoman is supported by four square brass feet. Dimensions: 19
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Style Leather Ottoman
Karl Springer Style Leather Ottoman
H 16.5 in W 19 in D 19 in
Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottoman
Located in Hudson, NY
faux leather with square button tufting. Marked underneath Arteflo Sa, Arredamenti Interni, Lugano.
Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Teak, Faux Leather

Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottoman
Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottoman
H 15.75 in W 24.5 in D 15.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Striped Ottoman in the Style of Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Edward Wormley for Dunbar style Mid-Century Modern ottoman in square form, with striped upholstery
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Pair Channeled & Pleated Black Wool Ottomans By Preview Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of black wool ottomans with channeled sides,square tufted top, as well as recessed pleated and
Category

Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Pair of Ottoman Stools in the Style of Harvey Probber
Located in New Rochelle, NY
Designed in the style of Harvey Probber, these square stools have a light silver, shimmering, poly
Category

Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Leather Ottoman from Denmark, circa 1980
Located in Round Top, TX
Small vintage leather ottoman/footstool with tufted seat and nailhead trim. Dark brown leather has
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Upholstered Turkish Kilim Tufted Square Ottoman Pouf
Located in North Hollywood, CA
black with floral design. Moroccan style little tufted square pouf hassock, upholstered footstool
Category

1990s Turkish Moorish Stools

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Black Tufted Square Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern black tufted ottoman. Aged black leather is pleasantly worn with a lovely patina
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

HANCOCK & MOORE Tufted Leather Regency Large Square Ottoman
By Hancock & Moore
Located in Charlotte, NC
A square leather ottoman in the Regency style by Hancock & Moore. Distressed walnut frame, caramel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Oversized Silk Square Green Tufted Moroccan Floor Pillow Cushion
By Roche Bobois
Located in North Hollywood, CA
square tufted floor pillow cushion, use as ottoman or pouf. Moroccan pouf great to use as an Ottoman or
Category

Late 20th Century Indian Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silk

Oversized Silk Square Mauve and Gold Tufted Moroccan Floor Pillow
By Roche Bobois
Located in North Hollywood, CA
oversized : 36" x 36" x 7". Moroccan square tufted floor pillow cushion, use as ottoman or pouf. Moroccan
Category

20th Century Indian Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silk

Rare Atelier Versace Tufted Upholstered Square Bench Ottoman Coffee Table
By Versace
Located in Miami, FL
Offered for sale is a large tufted bench which could also be used as a coffee table by Atelier
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

George Smith Tufted Mohair Ottoman
By George Smith
Located in Bridgeport, CT
tufted, raised on square tapering stained hardwood legs showing fine graining. Sits very solidly with
Category

20th Century English Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Mohair

George Smith Tufted Mohair Ottoman
George Smith Tufted Mohair Ottoman
H 15 in W 48.5 in D 37.5 in
Monumental English Chestnut Leather Tufted Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental English chestnut colored square leather ottoman standing on four ebony colored feet
Category

Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Moroccan Oversized Turquoise Tufted Floor Pillow Cushion
By Roche Bobois
Located in North Hollywood, CA
36" x 7". Moroccan square tufted floor pillow cushion, use as ottoman or pouf. Moroccan pouf great to
Category

20th Century Indian Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silk

English Style Leather Tufted Ottoman with Bun Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental scale rich chocolate brown colored English style leather tufted square shaped ottoman
Category

Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Moroccan Oversized Yellow and Gold Tufted Floor Pillow Cushion
By Roche Bobois
Located in North Hollywood, CA
7". Moroccan square tufted floor pillow cushion, use as ottoman or pouf. Moroccan pouf great to use
Category

20th Century Indian Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silk

Oversize William iv Style Ottoman
Located in Sheffield, MA
Large generous sized upholstered square ottoman covered in faux leopard print with a center tuft
Category

Late 20th Century American William IV Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood

Oversize William iv Style Ottoman
Oversize William iv Style Ottoman
H 16 in W 43 in D 43 in
Pair of Tufted Square Stiletto Ottomans
By Irwin Feld
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of square signature Stiletto tufted square ottomans designed by Irwin Feld Design for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...

Materials

Brass

Pair of Tufted Square Stiletto Ottomans
Pair of Tufted Square Stiletto Ottomans
H 17 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
Square Tufted Leather and Iron Bench/Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Square French Iron "Isabella" Bench with Distressed Tufted Sueded Leather Seat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Iron

Square Tufted Ottoman Upholstered in Donghia Mohair
By Roche Bobois
Located in New London, CT
This generous ottoman, originally designed and produced by Roche Bobois, has been newly reupholstered in khaki colored Donghia mohair.
Category

Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Square Tufted Ottoman Upholstered in Donghia Mohair
By Roche Bobois
Located in New London, CT
This generous ottoman, originally designed and produced by Roche Bobois, has been newly reupholstered in khaki colored Donghia mohair.
Category

Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Pair of Paul MCCobb caramel leather ottomans or square stools
Located in Hollywood, CA
A pair of tufted, deep caramel leather ottomans or square stools with black steel bases by Paul
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

A Pair of Vintage Square Parson Style Solid Brass Ottomans. C. 1960.
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of vintage square parson style solid brass ottomans. C. 1960. The large scale tufted
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Black Leather Lift Top Ottoman, England, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Sleek Black Lift-Top Ottoman with Tufted Leather Top, Paneled Leather Sides, and Black Cloth-Lined
Category

20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs

Brass and Leather Ottoman or Stool
Located in New York, NY
the modern architecture of the period. The handsome square tufted cognac leather seat in a brass frame
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Square Tufted Ottoman by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
A square ottoman with tufted upholstery on a solid brass frame, mod. no. 1291, by Harvey Probber
Category

Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Monumental Tufted Square Rolling Regency Ottoman
Located in Bronx, NY
Monumental tufted square rolling Regency ottoman, please visit sjulian.1stdibs. For our inventory
Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Square Leather Ottoman
Located in Summerland, CA
tufted and finished in antique brass nail studs. Great as coffee table with tray. In excellent
Category

Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Square Leather Ottoman
Square Leather Ottoman
H 20 in W 27 in D 27 in
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Tufted Square Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of tufted square poufs available for sale. The range of distinct tufted square poufs — often made from fabric, wood and animal skin — can elevate any home. Find 8 antique and vintage tufted square poufs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Tufted square poufs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Modern and Mid-Century Modern tufted square poufs are consistently popular styles. Roche Bobois, Modshop and Thayer Coggin each produced beautiful tufted square poufs that are worth considering.

How Much are Tufted Square Poufs?

Prices for tufted square poufs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, tufted square poufs begin at $495 and can go as high as $3,800, while the average can fetch as much as $950.

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.