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Italian, Pair of ottomans
Italian, Pair of ottomans

Italian, Pair of ottomans

Located in London, GB

c.1950s Wood and padded vinyl leather Item to be reupholstered in customer's choice of fabric H37 x W45 x D39 cm

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Square Slipcovered Linen Ottoman
Square Slipcovered Linen Ottoman

Square Slipcovered Linen Ottoman

Located in Malibu, CA

1950's inspired linen print slipcover over heavy linen herringbone upholstery. Turned legs hand painted in antique white. Very comfy sturdy & well-constructed. Fun versatile piece.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Linen, Hardwood

Black Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1980
Black Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1980

Black Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1980

By De Sede

Located in Chicago, IL

Black Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1980’s. Original with natural patina Measures 16.5” tall 30.5” x 30.5”

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Leather

Jack Lenor Larsen Fuscia Fabric Ottoman
Jack Lenor Larsen Fuscia Fabric Ottoman

Jack Lenor Larsen Fuscia Fabric Ottoman

By Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric covered ottoman. Fuscia pattern from the 1980's. Ottoman is in very nice shape.

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Regency Tufted Leather Ottoman
Vintage Regency Tufted Leather Ottoman

Vintage Regency Tufted Leather Ottoman

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A piece of enduring style and function, this ottoman is ready to elevate your collection.

Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Used Ottomans

Materials

Metal

Vintage Star Tufted Leather Ottoman
Vintage Star Tufted Leather Ottoman

Vintage Star Tufted Leather Ottoman

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

It brings an instant sense of worldly charm and cozy texture to any living room, nursery, or sunroom. Each ottoman measures approximately 20.5 inches in diameter and stands 13 inch...

Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Rustic Used Ottomans

Materials

Leather, Textile, Paper

Mid-20th Century Chippendale-Style Ottoman
Mid-20th Century Chippendale-Style Ottoman

Mid-20th Century Chippendale-Style Ottoman

Located in Chicago, IL

We've recently upholstered the generously cushioned top in a richly textured ottoman weave, finished with traditional brass nailheads.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Used Ottomans

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-century Italian Ottoman in Burch
Mid-century Italian Ottoman in Burch

Mid-century Italian Ottoman in Burch

Located in Houston, TX

The rectangular, elegant ottoman is made out of ebonized burch wood. Straight legs connected to each other with semi-circular wooden elements.

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ottoman 1900s Silk Style
Ottoman 1900s Silk Style

Ottoman 1900s Silk Style

Located in Marseille, FR

Pouffe 1900 style covered with silk which must be replaced due to a burn. Dimension 45 x 45 cm height 46 cm.

Category

19th Century Used Ottomans

Materials

Silk

Vintage Rope and Knot Ottoman
Vintage Rope and Knot Ottoman

Vintage Rope and Knot Ottoman

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your living space with this striking vintage square ottoman, a masterful blend of nautical whimsy and sophisticated luxury.

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Used Ottomans

Materials

Linen, Wood

Vintage Boho Pencil Reed Ottoman
Vintage Boho Pencil Reed Ottoman

Vintage Boho Pencil Reed Ottoman

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Don't miss the chance to own this quintessential piece of vintage design; bring this stylish and versatile ottoman home today!

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan

Pair of Lalanne Style Sheep Ottomans
Pair of Lalanne Style Sheep Ottomans

Pair of Lalanne Style Sheep Ottomans

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage pair of sheep ottomans brings a playful character that feels wonderfully reminiscent of the imaginative furniture of another era.

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Sheepskin

Walnut Base Upholstered Ottoman, 2019
Walnut Base Upholstered Ottoman, 2019

Walnut Base Upholstered Ottoman, 2019

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A traditional hand crafted and tied coil spring pouf ottoman with an oiled walnut base.

Category

2010s American Used Ottomans

Ottoman in Multicolored Velvet Upholstery
Ottoman in Multicolored Velvet Upholstery

Ottoman in Multicolored Velvet Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ottoman or footrest, steel, fabric, Europe, 1970s This comfortable ottoman is made in Europe in the 1970s.

Category

1970s European Post-Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Metal

Victorian Period Box-Shaped Ottoman
Victorian Period Box-Shaped Ottoman

Victorian Period Box-Shaped Ottoman

Located in Harrodsburg, KY

A Victorian period box-shaped ottoman. The sides are upholstered in an old (and possibly original) burgundy-colored velvet above a wooden molding that has been grain-painted to simul...

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Used Ottomans

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Baker Furniture Contemporary Upholstered Ottoman
Baker Furniture Contemporary Upholstered Ottoman

Baker Furniture Contemporary Upholstered Ottoman

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A very nice contemporary ottoman. By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1990s Down-filled cushion with upholstery and solid legs.

Category

1990s American Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Pair of Ottomans on Rollers
Pair of Ottomans on Rollers

Pair of Ottomans on Rollers

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Ottomans measure 17" wide, 17" deep and 17" high. Seat height is also 17".

Category

1980s American Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Fabric

Beautifully Upholstered Octagon Shaped Ottoman
Beautifully Upholstered Octagon Shaped Ottoman

Beautifully Upholstered Octagon Shaped Ottoman

Located in Pasadena, TX

Nicely upholstered, this ottoman is octagon shaped. It has a really nice fabric with piping along its edge.

Category

20th Century American Used Ottomans

Materials

Upholstery

Barcelona Frame Ottoman w/ Cushion
Barcelona Frame Ottoman w/ Cushion

Barcelona Frame Ottoman w/ Cushion

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Famously designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe with a heavy metal frame in polished chrome. Tufted black leather cushion on leather straps. Please confirm location with vendor NY or NJ

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Chrome

Pair Of Italian Chiavari Brass Ottomans
Pair Of Italian Chiavari Brass Ottomans

Pair Of Italian Chiavari Brass Ottomans

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of Itlalian Chiavari Brass Ottomans. Offered is a matching pair of mid-century Italian brass Chiavari ottomans, poufs or footstools with three legs, a shell design and cabriole ...

Category

1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Used Ottomans

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Channel Tufted Ottoman
Vintage Boho Channel Tufted Ottoman

Vintage Boho Channel Tufted Ottoman

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking vintage Boho ottoman. A chic channel tufted piece with a wrap around laminated brass plinth.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Used Ottomans

Materials

Upholstery, Laminate, Wood

Walter E Smithe Cocktail Ottoman
Walter E Smithe Cocktail Ottoman

Walter E Smithe Cocktail Ottoman

$636Sale Price|20% Off

Walter E Smithe Cocktail Ottoman

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Walter E Smithe Cocktail Ottoman Approximate Measurements in Inches 18 1/2" high x 40" deep x 40" wide ...

Category

1990s Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Hide Covered Cylinder Ottoman Stool
Hide Covered Cylinder Ottoman Stool

Hide Covered Cylinder Ottoman Stool

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hide covered cylinder ottoman stool.

Category

1970s American Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Hide, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Vintage Floral Ottomans
Pair of Vintage Floral Ottomans

Pair of Vintage Floral Ottomans

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Great as ottomans, or as children's stools. Please confirm item pickup location (New York or New Jersey) with dealer

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Oversized Louis XIV Style Ottoman
Oversized Louis XIV Style Ottoman

Oversized Louis XIV Style Ottoman

Located in New York, NY

Oversized Louis XIV style ottoman with brass casters and upholstered in leather.

Category

20th Century Louis XIV Used Ottomans

Materials

Leather, Wood

Brazilian Rosewood Ottoman or Stool
Brazilian Rosewood Ottoman or Stool

Brazilian Rosewood Ottoman or Stool

Located in Oakland, CA

c. 1955 Brazilian rosewood ottoman crafted of solid Brazilian rosewood and upholstered in the original green mohair.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Mohair, Rosewood

White Faux Shearling Ottoman, 1960s
White Faux Shearling Ottoman, 1960s

White Faux Shearling Ottoman, 1960s

Located in Rīga, LV

Vintage Teddy ottoman from the 1960s upholstered with ivory white faux sheepskin fabric.

Category

20th Century European Minimalist Used Ottomans

Materials

Fabric, Wood

MCM Michael Weiss Larkin Ottoman
MCM Michael Weiss Larkin Ottoman

MCM Michael Weiss Larkin Ottoman

$956Sale Price|20% Off

MCM Michael Weiss Larkin Ottoman

By Michael Weiss

Located in Lake Worth, FL

One or two extra chairs, or an ottoman to balance out an accent chair or cocktail table.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Steel

Edward Wormley Ottoman for Dunbar
Edward Wormley Ottoman for Dunbar

Edward Wormley Ottoman for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in San Francisco, CA

Edward Wormley design x-base ottoman for Dunbar Furniture. Timeless and classic design by Wormley offering additional seating for any arrangement.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Wicker Hourglass Stool or Ottoman
Wicker Hourglass Stool or Ottoman

Wicker Hourglass Stool or Ottoman

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

USA, 1970s Cute little wicker stool or ottoman with an hourglass form. Great texture and accent for any space.

Category

1970s American Bohemian Used Ottomans

Materials

Wicker

Hide Covered Cylinder Ottoman Stool
Hide Covered Cylinder Ottoman Stool

Hide Covered Cylinder Ottoman Stool

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hide covered cylinder ottoman stool.

Category

1970s American Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Hide, Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Clover Shaped Upholstered Ottoman
Vintage Clover Shaped Upholstered Ottoman

Vintage Clover Shaped Upholstered Ottoman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unique vintage ottoman features a clover shaped design completed by a warm red upholstery.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Upholstery

19thc Suede Top Drum Ottoman
19thc Suede Top Drum Ottoman

19thc Suede Top Drum Ottoman

$1,356Sale Price|20% Off

19thc Suede Top Drum Ottoman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fantastic Glendale High School Drum was made into a ottoman with a suede top cushion and feet added to the base.

Category

Late 19th Century American Adirondack Used Ottomans

Materials

Pine

De Sede Patchwork Leather Ottoman
De Sede Patchwork Leather Ottoman

De Sede Patchwork Leather Ottoman

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic patchwork leather ottoman by De Sede in a chic cream finish. Comfortable accent piece that fits in any room.

Category

1970s Swiss Used Ottomans

Materials

Leather

Vintage Marge Carson Brass Stools/Ottomans
Vintage Marge Carson Brass Stools/Ottomans

Vintage Marge Carson Brass Stools/Ottomans

By Marge Carson

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Each piece showcases a stunning brass base that radiates warmth and enlightenment, creating a luminous foundation that elevates these ottomans from functional pieces to works of art....

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Brass

Pair of French 1950s Ottoman
Pair of French 1950s Ottoman

Pair of French 1950s Ottoman

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of French 1950s ottoman, original vintage condition. Black faux leather, brass feet.    

Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Brass, Steel

Great Pair Sea Shell Encrusted Ottomans
Great Pair Sea Shell Encrusted Ottomans

Great Pair Sea Shell Encrusted Ottomans

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Gorgeous pair of Neoclassical Revival ottomans in distressed crackled finish and French linen upholstery, encrusted with sea shells.

Category

1940s American Neoclassical Revival Used Ottomans

Materials

Shell, Linen, Wood

Svend Ellekaer 1950s Rosewood & Fabric Ottoman
Svend Ellekaer 1950s Rosewood & Fabric Ottoman

Svend Ellekaer 1950s Rosewood & Fabric Ottoman

By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik, Svend Ellekær

Located in London, England

Round ottoman, 1962 3-leg rosewood frame with round seat pad covered in new Italian bouclé wool fabric.

Category

1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Rosewood, Fabric

Taylor King MCM Ottoman Footstool
Taylor King MCM Ottoman Footstool

Taylor King MCM Ottoman Footstool

$316Sale Price|20% Off

Taylor King MCM Ottoman Footstool

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A MCM Upholstered Ottoman Footstool by Taylor King This ottoman came with a Taylor King Chaise Lounge, w...

Category

1980s Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Cotton

American Empire Mahogany & Needlepoint Ottoman C1860
American Empire Mahogany & Needlepoint Ottoman C1860

American Empire Mahogany & Needlepoint Ottoman C1860

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique American Empire mahogany and needlepoint ottoman, dating to approximately 1860. This charming footstool features a sturdy mahogany base with a rich, dark finish and elegan...

Category

Mid-19th Century Used Ottomans

Materials

Mahogany

Original Round Shagreen Leather Ottoman
Original Round Shagreen Leather Ottoman

Original Round Shagreen Leather Ottoman

Located in Miami, FL

Modern round shagreen leather ottoman. Can be used as footstool or as a pouf.  

Category

2010s American Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Shagreen, Wood, Leather

Hans Wegner Ottoman for GETAMA
Hans Wegner Ottoman for GETAMA

Hans Wegner Ottoman for GETAMA

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hans Wegner design ottoman for GETAMA, Denmark. Model GE 290 solid oak frame in very good original condition with a newly upholstered wool cushion, signed.

Category

1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Hide Covered Cylinder Ottoman Stool
Hide Covered Cylinder Ottoman Stool

Hide Covered Cylinder Ottoman Stool

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hide covered cylinder ottoman stool.

Category

1970s American Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Hide, Upholstery, Wood

Canvas Ottoman from the 1930s
Canvas Ottoman from the 1930s

Canvas Ottoman from the 1930s

$1,330Sale Price|30% Off

Canvas Ottoman from the 1930s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ottoman in its original condition from the 1930s Located in Brooklyn.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Used Ottomans

Materials

Fruitwood

De Sede Leather Patchwork Ottomans
De Sede Leather Patchwork Ottomans

De Sede Leather Patchwork Ottomans

By De Sede

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Large collection of patchwork leather ottomans by Swiss designer De Sede. Original soft leather with beautiful patina and age.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Used Ottomans

Materials

Leather

Italian Ottoman in Red Chenille
Italian Ottoman in Red Chenille

Italian Ottoman in Red Chenille

Located in Buchanan, NY

A sleek Italian ottoman in red chenille. Bring a modern flair to your home with this stylish Italian ottoman upholstered in bold red chenille and supported by sleek black metal legs.

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Chenille

Pair of Midcentury Swiveling Ottomans
Pair of Midcentury Swiveling Ottomans

Pair of Midcentury Swiveling Ottomans

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This impressive pair of midcentury ottomans feature a sleek white faux-leather upholstery, vibrant chrome swivelling bases, and comfortable soft cushioning.

Category

1980s Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Chrome

Montauk Cognac leather ottoman , circa 2000s
Montauk Cognac leather ottoman , circa 2000s

Montauk Cognac leather ottoman , circa 2000s

Located in Miami, FL

Montauk Cognac leather ottoman , circa 2000s

Category

Early 2000s Neoclassical Used Ottomans

Materials

Leather

Pair of Paul Laszlo Ottomans
Pair of Paul Laszlo Ottomans

Pair of Paul Laszlo Ottomans

By Paul Laszlo

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of Paul Laszlo ottomans. Green laquered notched legs with brass cross stretchers.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Large Cognac Leather and Beechwood Ottoman
Large Cognac Leather and Beechwood Ottoman

Large Cognac Leather and Beechwood Ottoman

Located in Las Vegas, NV

A large, high-end and custom made cylindrical ottoman crafted of fine cognac leather with a solid turned beech ring base.

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Leather, Beech

Upholstered Cube Storage Ottomans, a Pair
Upholstered Cube Storage Ottomans, a Pair

Upholstered Cube Storage Ottomans, a Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

Finished with square wooden feet. Dimensions per ottoman.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Ottomans

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Large Geoffrey Beene estates ottoman
Large Geoffrey Beene estates ottoman

Large Geoffrey Beene estates ottoman

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Westport, CT

Black Satin stripped button Geoffrey Beene Estate ottoman

Category

1970s American Used Ottomans

Southwood Traditional Upholstered Ottomans, a Pair
Southwood Traditional Upholstered Ottomans, a Pair

Southwood Traditional Upholstered Ottomans, a Pair

By Southwood & Co.

Located in Bradenton, FL

A pair of traditional ottomans made by Southwood of Hickory, North Carolina.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Used Ottomans

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Tufted Large Black Leather Ottoman
Tufted Large Black Leather Ottoman

Tufted Large Black Leather Ottoman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern large black leather ottoman. Comfortable tufted top, perfect addition to any living room.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Leather

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ottomans
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ottomans

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ottomans

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ottomans model #5314, ultra suede and mahogany priced as a pair

Category

20th Century American Used Ottomans

Materials

Mahogany

French Empire Sword Bench Ottoman
French Empire Sword Bench Ottoman

French Empire Sword Bench Ottoman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French gilt Empire sword bench with ultra sueded fabric. Beautiful carving details. Leave as is or have your upholstery shop recover and tighten frame.

Category

1950s French Empire Used Ottomans

Materials

Wood

Bleached Wood Hoofed-Foot Ottomans
Bleached Wood Hoofed-Foot Ottomans

Bleached Wood Hoofed-Foot Ottomans

Located in New York, NY

Pair of square hoofed-foot stools in bleached wood, newly upholstered in neutral linen with brass nail-head trim—perfect as extra seating or chic bedside perches. Priced individually.

Category

Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Used Ottomans

Materials

Linen, Fruitwood

Late Victorian Cattle Horn Ottoman Stool
Late Victorian Cattle Horn Ottoman Stool

Late Victorian Cattle Horn Ottoman Stool

Located in Fort Collins, CO

Remarkable and rare victorian cattle horn stool. This piece has remained untouched, sporting its original fringe and tattered red velvet. It’s size makes it an excellent accent piece...

Category

19th Century American Victorian Used Ottomans

Materials

Horn, Velvet

Pair of Post Modern Waterfall Ottomans
Pair of Post Modern Waterfall Ottomans

Pair of Post Modern Waterfall Ottomans

By Milo Baughman

Located in Redding, CT

Pair of Post Modern Ottomans. Classic 1980's style . Off white with a cream satin design finish.

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Used Ottomans

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Boho Brown Jordan “Florentine” Ottoman
Vintage Boho Brown Jordan “Florentine” Ottoman

Vintage Boho Brown Jordan “Florentine” Ottoman

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This sophisticated vintage ottoman from the esteemed Brown Jordan "Florentine" collection captures the essence of Mid-Century Hollywood Regency design.

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Used Ottomans

Materials

Aluminum

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Used Ottomans For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of used ottomans is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique used ottomans was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and animal skin. Used ottomans have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of used ottomans to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern used ottomans are of considerable interest. De Sede, Charles and Ray Eames and Knoll each produced beautiful used ottomans that are worth considering.

How Much are Used Ottomans?

Prices for used ottomans start at $50 and top out at $175,000 with the average selling for $2,200.

Finding the Right Ottomans And 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.

Questions About Used Ottomans

  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, an ottoman can be used as a footstool. 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. On 1stDibs, find a collection of ottomans.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    The use of an ottoman in a bedroom is largely the same as it is in a living room. A person may place an ottoman in front of a lounge chair or accent chair used for reading in the bedroom, or they might position it at the foot of the bed or against the wall so that it can serve as a bench. An ottoman with a hinged top and a hidden inner compartment may serve as storage furniture for bedding, pillows, clothing, shoes or accessories. Shop a large selection of ottomans on 1stDibs.