$3,268
H 16 in W 57 in D 30 in
Large and Rare Double Rail Woven Leather Coffee Table or Ottoman Bench, 1990s
Located in Lisse, NL
Timeless and stylish ottoman with top quality leather woven rails. This finest quality and very large ottoman is another one of our recent great finds for interior designers and p...
Leather, Wood
$6,950 / set
H 15.75 in W 27.37 in D 27.96 in
Robert Haussmann for De Sede Pair of 'DS-P' Ottomans in Camel Brown Leather
By Robert Haussmann, De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Haussmann for De Sede, pair of 'DS-P' ottomans, leather, oak, Switzerland, 1960s The DS-P serie designed by Robert Haussmann for De Sede, is a striking example of functional ...
Leather, Oak
$1,027
H 15.36 in Dm 20.08 in
Mid-Century Italian Round Ottoman Pouf in Woven Rattan and Wood, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful French Riviera style pouf stool completely made in hand-woven rattan with walnut wood feet. This delightful organic object can also be used as stylish side table, it was de...
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker
Trio of Mid Century Italian Modern Poufs or Ottomans, Set of 3
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage 1980's set of three poufs. All in very good original condition. Price includes set of 3.
Fabric
$3,500 / set
H 17 in W 23 in D 23 in
Pair of Hollywood Regency Poufs or Ottomans after Karl Springer by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A modern matching pair of poufs made by Weiman in the 1980's These feature their original upholstery with brass plinth bases. Very good condition and ready for use.
Brass
$1,616
H 17 in W 19 in D 14.25 in
Midcentury Danish Teak Leather Storage Side Table with Wheels or Ottoman Stool
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Striking midcentury Danish design storage stool or side table with wheels, multifunctional with a removable top offering useful storage and two additional drawers. One of the drawers...
Leather, Plywood, Teak, Plastic
$1,860Sale Price|40% Off
H 15.75 in W 25 in D 15.5 in
Walker Weed & Gordon Keeler Iron Woven Leather Ottoman Stool Bench 1950s MCM
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Designed by Gordon Keeler and Walker Weed. A very understated and angular welded iron rod contoured footstool. Rather wide and heavy, without a right angle. Random snap on lower rig...
Iron
$4,100 / set
H 17 in W 21 in D 15 in
Pair of Rare Teak Klismos Ottomans or Stools by Ashley Hicks Jantar Mantar 1999
By Ashley Hicks
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Rare Teak Klismos Ottomans or Stools by Ashley Hicks Jantar Mantar 1999 From UK-based Ashley Hicks premier collection of furniture, the Jantar Mantar Klismos ottomans or sto...
Leather, Teak
$1,500Sale Price|40% Off
H 15 in W 22 in D 22 in
Restored Mid Century 9 Strand Paul T Frankl Style Stacked Rattan Ottoman Stool
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Frankl-inspired rattan ottoman blends style and vintage charm with modern comfort.
Rattan
$3,000
H 17 in W 24 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass Soufflé Pouf Rolling Stool Ottoman, Karl Springer Style
By Karl Springer
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modernist soufflé pouf is in the manner of Karl Springer, it features a lustrous heavy square solid brass base with rounded edges and casters wheels to...
Brass
$2,200
H 18 in Dm 24.5 in
Vintage 40's Italian Cream & Gold Gilt Faux Rope Tassel Ottoman, Stool or Bench
By Napoléon III
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage Napoléon IIII style or Hollywood Regency round tufted upholstered ottoman. This Italian made cream painted & gold gilt, faux wood rope tassel ottoman, stool or bench, has wea...
Upholstery, Wood
$6,000
H 16 in W 21 in D 21 in
Marden of Chicago Square Walnut and Brass Midcentury Ottoman in Wool, USA 1950's
By Marden Furniture
Located in New York, NY
A square walnut and brass ottoman by Marden of Chicago upholstered in wool.
Brass
$3,995 / set
H 17 in W 16 in D 16 in
Pr Lane Rolling Cube Storage Ottoman End Tables Game Board Black Vinyl Flip Top
By Lane Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Mid-Century Modern Lane Style No. 997-87 rolling cube storage ottoman walnut veneered cedar lined end tables with flip tabletop game board on one side black vinyl or ...
Faux Leather, Walnut, Cedar
$3,501
H 20.48 in W 28.35 in D 18.51 in
Gio Ponti in the Style, Velvet Brass and Beech Wood Art Deco Ottoman and Pouf
By Gio Ponti
Located in Roma, Lazio
A charming pouf with a very simple shape in the style of Gio Ponti, rectangular and embellished with a beautiful black and white geometric fabric. An elegant yet simple design. The ...
Brass
$7,850 / set
H 17.25 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Set of 3 Paul McCobb Brass X Frame Ottomans or Stools - Holly Hunt Salmon Velvet
By Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of 3 fully restored Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb model 1306 for Directional brass X base ottomans or stools , reupholstered in Holly Hunt Salmon colored velvet.
Brass
$1,050
H 16.54 in Dm 22.05 in
Pouf or Ottoman Leather Patchwork by De Sede in Beige or Off-White, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Halle, DE
A soft and very comfortable Pouf made of leather patchwork by De Sede in Creme-Beige up to off-white color, 1970s.
Leather, Upholstery
$2,450 / set
H 18 in W 24 in D 24 in
Pair of Baker Furniture Co. Large Sculpted Form 70's or 80's Ottomans or Poufs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Baker Furniture Company sculpted ottomans or poufs circa late 1970s or early 1980s with vintage Chintz floral and rope welt upholstery.
Upholstery
$13,800 / set
H 13.59 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Streamlined Modern Living Room Set with Sofas and Ottoman in Green-Blue Patterned Upholstery and Chromed Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric, chromed metal, Italy, 1970s A striking and generously proportioned living room set from the 1970s, this set embodies the sleek elegance characteristic of the era. Desi...
Metal, Chrome
Collection Walter Knoll Black Leather Foot Stool 1970s Germany
By Florence Knoll, Bernd Münzebrock
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Black Leather foot stool or ottoman . Design by bernd münzebrock for Collection Walter Knoll 1970s Germany. signed .
Leather
Jindrich Halabala Square Stool in Decorative Upholstery
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Beyond its visual appeal, the pouf is also highly functional - it can serve both as an ottoman for your lounge chair or as a standalone stool.
Fabric, Beech
$595
H 18.5 in W 20.5 in D 15.5 in
Baker Furniture Style French Provincial Louis XV Mahogany Upholstered Stool
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style ottoman or footstool In the manner of Baker Furniture By Hillsdale Furniture Early 21st Century Carved mahogany, with brass studded up...
Brass
$1,850 / item
H 15 in W 21 in D 21 in
DeSede Patchwork Leather Stools Mid Century Italian Modern Caramel Color
By De Sede
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Perfectly Patinated Patchwork Leather Stools or Ottomans, attributed to DeSede, unsigned, Italy, circa 1970s.
Leather, Upholstery
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, footstool, tabouret, ottoman, fabric, birch, oak, Czech Republic, 1930s.
Fabric, Birch, Oak
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Beyond its visual appeal, the pouf is also highly functional - it can serve both as an ottoman for your lounge chair or as a standalone stool.
Fabric, Beech
$12,400 / set
H 18.25 in W 22.5 in D 17.5 in
Pair of Billy Baldwin Style X Stools in Cinnamon Cowhides & Ivory Leather c.1970
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This incredibly chic pair of 1970s Billy Baldwin style X base ottomans will stop you dead in your tracks with a killer combination of plush cinnamon cowhide upholstery and Italian iv...
Cowhide, Leather, Upholstery
$12,400 / set
H 22 in W 25 in D 17.5 in
Pair of Billy Baldwin Style X Stools in Black Cowhide & Ivory Leather c. 1970s
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This incredibly chic pair of 1970s Billy Baldwin style X base ottomans will stop you dead in your tracks with a killer combination of plush jet black cowhide upholstery and Italian i...
Cowhide, Leather, Upholstery
$1,595 / set
H 16 in W 16 in D 16 in
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Parsons Stools in Palm Beach Regency Fabric
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Versatile in scale, these work beautifully as vanity stools, ottomans, or additional seating in colorful coastal and designer-inspired interiors.
Brass
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Beyond its visual appeal, the pouf is also highly functional - it can serve both as an ottoman for your lounge chair or as a standalone stool.
Fabric, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Stool in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Beyond its visual appeal, the pouf is also highly functional - it can serve both as an ottoman for your lounge chair or as a standalone stool.
Fabric, Beech
Pair Of Adrian Pearsall For Comfort Designs Animal Print Swivel Poufs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of swivel pouf ottomans, often referred to as a "mushroom pouf," that was designed by Adrian Pearsall for his company, Comfort Designs, Inc..
Metal
$5,850 / set
H 15.36 in W 16.93 in D 14.18 in
Guglielmo Veronesi for Isa Bergamo Pair of Stools in Brown Velvet
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guglielmo Veronesi for Isa Bergamo stools/ottomans, velvet, beech, Italy, 1950s This elegant pair of small stools or ottomans, designed by Guglielmo Veronesi for Isa Bergamo in the ...
Velvet, Beech
$1,600
H 15 in W 25 in D 19.5 in
Danish Modern, Black Leatherette, Stained Wood, Footstool, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
Danish Modern, Black Leatherette, Stained Wood, Ottoman or Footstool, Denmark, 1950s A black tufted leatherette and stained wood ottoman or footstools designed and produced in Denma...
Wood
$7,800 / set
H 18 in W 29 in D 19 in
Post Modern Waterfall Stools in New Palomino Butter Cream Sheepskin Upholstery
Located in Saint Louis, MO
With an iconic waterfall silhouette that is timeless and always feels fresh and modern our shop newly dressed this sexy pair of Post Modern waterfall ottomans in plush hand sewn butt...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Wood
$1,190
H 14.57 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Italian Cognac Leather Cube Pouf or Side Table, Poltrona Frau, Italy, 1970s
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Roma, IT
Refined Italian cube-shaped pouf, ottoman or side table with wheels, entirely upholstered in soft cognac-colored Italian leather.
Metal
$957
H 14.97 in W 20.87 in D 15.75 in
Swivel footrest in brown leather with metal base - De Sede, Switzerland.
By De Sede
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Swivel footrest in brown leather with metal base - De Sede, Switzerland. Ottoman - De Sede 1970s Measures : 53x40cm H:38cm Materials : Leather - métal - plastic
Metal
$1,750 / set
H 16.15 in Dm 22.45 in
Two 1970s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Fabric Poufs " Him and Her "
Located in Catania, Sicilia
These stunning 1970s Mid-Century Modern poufs, affectionately known as a "Him and Her" set due to their slightly different scales, the small one has a diameter of 43 cm, capture the ...
Brass
$177Sale Price|20% Off
H 12.21 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Round Vintage Pouf Camel Brown Skai Faux Leather
Located in Poperinge, BE
However, the ottoman still looks fantastic. Check the photos for more details!
Faux Leather
$196Sale Price|20% Off
H 13 in W 15.36 in D 15.36 in
Round Vintage Pouf Orange Black Leatherette 1960s
Located in Poperinge, BE
A characterful and authentic object from the 1960s, this ottoman has tons of style and fits into both a vintage and modern interior!
Faux Leather
$12,400 / set
H 18.25 in W 23.5 in D 18 in
Pair of Billy Baldwin Style X Stools in Black Cowhide & Cognac Leather c. 1970s
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This incredibly chic pair of 1970s Billy Baldwin style X base ottomans will stop you dead in your tracks with a killer combination of plush jet black cowhide upholstery and Italian c...
Cowhide, Leather, Upholstery
Pair of Raphael Raffel poufs for Honore Paris, 1970's, France
By Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris
Located in TOURS, FR
Pair of large Raphael Raffel poufs / ottomans
Leather
$3,268
H 14.57 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Italian modern brown velvet pouf Camaleonda by Mario Bellini for C&B, 1960s
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern brown velvet pouf Camaleonda by Mario Bellini for C&B, 1960s Pouf Camaleonda with squared base and rounded corners, fully padded and upholstered in brown velvet. Sphe...
Velvet
Kartell - Lunam Pouf Orsetto by Patricia Urquiola
By Patricia Urquiola
Located in Tulsa, OK
Lunam Pouf Orsetto Patricia Urquiola LUNAM is an enchanting living space furniture collection inspired by the dreamy atmosphere of a lunar landscape. An essential, painted metal stru...
Steel
Tito Agnoli Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century pouf or side table fully made in curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This stylish organic pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli and produced in Italy during the 196...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
$595
H 17.5 in W 20 in D 20 in
Vintage French Provincial Swivel Stool, Cherry or Fruitwood, Sage Velvet
Located in Trenton, NJ
The swiveling round stool in the French Provincial manner was a staple of the well-appointed mid-century American bedroom and dressing room — purpose-made for the vanity or dressing ...
Fabric, Wood
$2,567
H 17.72 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
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
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Beyond its visual appeal, the pouf is also highly functional - it can serve both as an ottoman for your lounge chair or as a standalone stool.
Fabric, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Stool in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Beyond its visual appeal, the pouf is also highly functional - it can serve both as an ottoman for your lounge chair or as a standalone stool.
Fabric, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Beyond its visual appeal, the pouf is also highly functional - it can serve both as an ottoman for your lounge chair or as a standalone stool.
Fabric, Beech
$1,800
H 16.25 in W 24 in D 17.25 in
Danish Modern, Black Leatherette, Stained Wood, Footstool, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
Danish Modern, Black Leatherette, Stained Wood, Ottoman or Footstool, Denmark, 1950s A mid-century modern footstool designed and produced in Denmark in the middle of the 20th century.
Faux Leather, Wood
$2,917 / set
H 15.75 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Pair Art Deco walnut stools with original velvet upholstery, Italy 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A refined pair of Italian Art Deco stools from the 1920s, crafted in richly grained walnut and professionally restored to highlight their sculptural geometry and warm tone. Each piec...
Velvet, Walnut
$1,458
H 15.75 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Art Deco walnut stool with original velvet upholstery, Italy 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This refined Italian Art Deco stool dates to the 1920s and showcases the craftsmanship and elegance characteristic of the period. The structure is made of walnut with a warm, polishe...
Velvet, Walnut
$1,458
H 15.75 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Art Deco walnut stool with original velvet upholstery, Italy 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This refined Italian Art Deco stool dates to the 1920s and showcases the craftsmanship and elegance characteristic of the period. The structure is made of walnut with a warm, polishe...
Velvet, Walnut
$1,600
H 18.75 in W 17.5 in D 15.5 in
Rare Arthur Umanoff Mid-Century Slatted Oak and Wrought Iron Stool, 1950s
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Miami, FL
While his slatted bar stools are iconic MCM staples, this low-profile ottoman or footstool was specifically designed to accompany his iron and wicker lounge chairs, making it a diffi...
Iron
Jindrich Halabala Stools in Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Beyond its visual appeal, the pouf is also highly functional - it can serve both as an ottoman for your lounge chair or as a standalone stool.
Fabric, Beech
$219Sale Price|20% Off
H 12.6 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Vintage Brown Pouf Two-Tone Skai Faux Leather Sixties
Located in Poperinge, BE
No holes or tears. The ottoman still looks fantastic. Check the photos for more details!
Faux Leather
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Toadstool
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Rosewood Toadstool This ottoman measures: 14.75 wide x 14.75 deep x 19.5 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition.
Upholstery, Rosewood
Pair of Onda Glass Poufs by Vittorio Livi by Fiam Italia, 1973
By Vittorio Livi, FIAM
Located in New York, NY
Onda incisa glass stool by Vittorio Livi for Fiam Italia, circa 1970s. Designed in 1973. Curved single sheet of glass with original stamp and black plastic glides intact.
Metal
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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