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20th Century French Ottoman Bench
Located in Burton, TX
piece is a fun and useful bench with storage. The top is upholstered with an off-white linen blend. A
Category
20th Century French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Chinese Square Bench Or Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Chinese Square Bench or Ottoman.
This versatile antique Chinese Rosewood bench or ottoman
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian Art Deco Ottoman Or Bench
By Andre Sornay, Jules Leleu, Dominique, Jacques Adnet, André Arbus
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Art Deco Ottoman Or Bench.
This handsome Italian Art Deco Bench has a plinth base and is
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rolling Ottoman Bench by Sherrill Furniture
By Sherrill Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Large Rolling Ottoman
Category
1990s Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton
Thinline Aluminum Ottomans/ Benches in Chartreuse Green
Located in East Hampton, NY
Set of 2 klismos style ottomans/ benches in aluminum by Thinline. Powder-coated in chartreuse color
Category
Vintage 1960s American Classical Greek Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Aluminum
FI Custom Vintage Berber Kilim Wool Ottoman/Bench
Located in thousand oaks, CA
One-of-a-Kind!
FI custom block style accent ottoman/bench. Perfectly upholstered in outstanding
Category
Vintage 1960s Turkish Kilim Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Hemp, Goat Hair, Wool
1970s Weiman X Brass Suede Bench Stool Ottoman
By Weiman/Warren Lloyd
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare X brass and suede stool or mini bench is statement piece which is packed with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Coastal Ralph Lauren Woven Bamboo Wicker Ottoman or Bench
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Fabulous vintage Ralph Lauren woven bamboo ottoman or bench.
Category
Late 20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
Billy Baldwin Style Python Leather X-Bench Ottoman Footstool
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely bench, ottoman, or footstool in faux python skin is crafted with fully upholstered
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Chunky Mid Century Modern Lucite Waterfall Style Ottoman Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Chic waterfall style heavy lucite bench or ottoman having vintage zebra upholstered top. Hide
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hide, Lucite
Donghia "Versailles" Blonde Wood Bench/ Ottoman by John Hutton
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Donghia "Versailles" Blonde wood bench/ ottoman by John Hutton
Italy 1990s
A signature Donghia
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Ottoman or Bench
Located in East Hampton, NY
Cream tone leather tufted top cushion and straps with a stainless steel frame in wonderful original condition.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Large Thick Lucite Mid-Modern Waterfall Bench Or Ottoman
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Thick Lucite mid-modern waterfall bench or ottoman
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Lucite
Pr. Contemporary Os De Mouton Style Ottoman Pouf, Benches
By Henredon, Baker Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Pair of high quality os de mouton style ottomans having carved wood bases, and thick down filled
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
FI Custom Vintage Berber Kilim Wool/Hemp Ottoman/Bench
Located in thousand oaks, CA
One-of-a-Kind!
FI custom versatile block style ottoman/bench. Perfectly upholstered in outstanding
Category
Vintage 1960s Kilim Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Hemp, Wood
Large French Art Deco Bench or Ottoman, Jules Leleu Inspired
By Dominique, Jules Leleu, André Arbus, 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
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Macassar
Vintage Italian Ottoman or Bench Attributed to Afra & Tobia Scarpa
By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti, Ico Parisi, Carlo Scarpa, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Italian walnut ottoman or bench attributed to Afra & Tobia Scarpa. This handsome organic
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
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
Category
20th Century European Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Wood
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H 16 in W 57 in D 30 in
Fredrik Kayser Danish Rosewood Ottoman or Bench in Black Leather
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Oakland, CA
Solid rosewood framed ottoman by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Møbler, Norway. The bench is upholstered
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
FI Vintage Custom Berber Tribal Wool Cocktail Ottoman / Bench
Located in thousand oaks, CA
FI custom large cocktail ottoman, perfectly upholstered in beautiful authentic vintage hand-woven
Category
Vintage 1960s Turkish Kilim Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hardwood, Wood, Foam, Natural Fiber, Hemp, Upholstery, Goat Hair, Wool, ...
Pair of Smoked Chrome X Shape Square Benches Ottomans Stools
By Maison Jansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of smoked chrome x shape square benches ottomans stools.
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Nickel
1970s Billy Baldwin Style Reupholstered X-Benches Ottomans– a Pair
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a pair of X-benches in the style of Billy Baldwin, circa the 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Magnificent Pair Dorothy Draper Henredon Heritage Bench Ottoman Hollywood
By Heritage-Henredon, Dorothy Draper
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent pair of Dorothy Draper Henredon Heritage stools. We had the seats biscuit tufted upholstered in a shimmering peacock blue velvet and they sure look scrumptious! They meas...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Ottomans Bench Mid Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
These Milo Baughman style ottomans exude a vintage charm with their plush golden brown upholstery
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
ANTiQUE GREEN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD OTTOMAN BENCH SEAT REVERSIBLE COFFEE TABLE
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
hand made in England circa 1900 Green leather Chesterfield tufted ottoman with internal storage and
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
H 20.48 in W 31.89 in D 19.69 in
Wicker Bench or Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
fitted cushion could be added at one's discretion turning this bench into an ottoman. In addition to its
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Benches
Materials
Wicker
Vintage Anatolian Berber Kilim Wool & Hemp Cocktail Ottoman / Bench
Located in thousand oaks, CA
Impeccably created one-of-a-kind by Fragments Identity in California. Custom hand-built with attention to detail. From our select vintage textile collection, authentic vintage (appro...
Category
Vintage 1960s Turkish Kilim Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Goat Hair, Cotton, Hemp, Foam, Hardwood
Pair Of 19th Century French Regence Style Giltwood Ottomans Or Benches
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th Century French Regence Style Giltwood Ottomans Or Benches.
This lovely pair of antique
Category
Antique 1880s French Régence Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Giltwood
French Mid-Century Modern Ottoman or Bench Attributed To Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Roche Bobois, Gio Ponti, Artifort, Maison Jansen
Located in Houston, TX
French Mid-Century Modern Ottoman Or Bench Attributed To Pierre Paulin.
Unusual French modern
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
H 17.5 in W 22.25 in D 22.25 in
Large Black Leather Ottoman Bench Daybed, Mid-Century Modern Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
Large black leather ottoman, Mid-Century Modern style. 49” by 49” and 17.25”tall.
The black
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Sculptural Bamboo Bench Ottoman
Located in Oxford, GB
The Sculptural Modern bamboo ottoman is a functional and decorative piece. It has a perfect storage
Category
2010s Philippine Benches
Materials
Bamboo
Pair of Metal x Form Benches, Footstools, Ottomans, Leather Seats, Rustic
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of metal x form benches, footstools, ottomans, leather seats, rustic
A pair of rustic metal
Category
Vintage 1940s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
H 18.5 in W 24 in D 15.25 in
Milo Baughman Style Pair of Parsons Ottomans Benches in Ivory Bouclé
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of custom Milo Baughman style Parsons ottomans benches footstools newly upholstered in soft
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Carmen Leather Cocktail Ottoman or Museum Bench
By Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams
Located in Miami, FL
Carmen large cocktail ottoman or museum bench with Caspian Leather cushion and bronze finish steel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
H 16 in W 64 in D 26.5 in
Italian Baroque Style Mahogany & Yellow Mustard Velvet Cushion Ottoman or Bench
Located in Plainview, NY
An Italian Baroque Style bench or ottoman , carved meticulously from the finest Mahogany in a
Category
20th Century Italian Baroque Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
H 20 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in
Mod Pr. of Upholstered Stools Ottomans Benches c 1970/1980's
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
ottomans in good condition, very hard to find a pair.
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Anatolian Berber Kilim Wool & French Linen Cocktail Ottoman/Bench
Located in thousand oaks, CA
Impeccably created one-of-a-kind by Fragments Identity in California. Custom hand-built with attention to detail. From our select vintage textile collection, authentic vintage (appro...
Category
Vintage 1960s Turkish Kilim Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Wool, Goat Hair, Upholstery, Hemp, Natural Fiber, Foam,...
Stylish Pair Vladimir Kagan for Directional Waterfall Ottoman Bench Mid-Century
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sculptural pair of Vladimir Kagan for Directional waterfall ottomans. This pair will need to be
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
H 17.5 in W 27 in D 17.5 in
Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Waterfall Ottomans or Benches
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in St. Louis, MO
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin waterfall design ottomans, vanity benches or stoosl with brass
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid 20th Century Milo Baughman Style Parsons Benches Ottomans Upholstere
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cookeville, TN
Mid-Century Vintage Pair of Parsons Benches / Stools / Ottomans in Milo Baughman Style with New
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
H 20.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
1990 Donghia Versailles Black Mohair Blonde Wood Stool Bench Ottoman John Hutton
By Angelo Donghia, John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by John Hutton Versailles Blonde Wood Bench, Ottoman, Stool, with black Mohair Fabric for
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hardwood, Mohair
H 16.5 in W 39 in D 24 in
Pair of Floral Upholstery Custom Studio Made Ottomans Poufs Benches Stool MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of 16" Round Tufted Floral Upholstery Custom Studio Made Ottomans Poufs Benches Stool MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Round Mid Century Modern Blue Upholstery Ottoman Foot Stool Bench Pouf MINT!
By McGuire, Ficks Reed
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Round Mid Century Modern Blue Upholstery Ottoman Foot Stool Bench Pouf MINT!
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bamboo
1950s Cabin Modern Sergio Rodrigues Poltrona Mole Ottoman Bench South American
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Strong and Sturdy. Poltrona Molé Ottoman, Manufacturer ISA, Designer Sergio Rodrigues. Unmarked
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
H 16 in W 31 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern c1970s Round White Naugahyde Tufted Pouf Ottoman Bench Mint!
By Harvey Probber, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern c1970s round white Naugahyde tufted pouf ottoman bench mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Naugahyde
1 of 3 Neoclassical French Benches Stools Ottoman Regency X Based America
Located in Miami, FL
Three beautiful French Neoclassical Hollywood Regency style benches, stools or ottoman with an X
Category
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Revival Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 18.25 in W 24.25 in D 18 in
Custom Made Turkish Vintage Rug Cocktail Ottoman or Bench with Metal Base
Located in Brea, CA
Custom made bench ottoman by Bloom Home Inc.
Size: 68”w x 16”d x 18”h
Custom made metal base, and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Custom Made Iron Base Upholstered Ottoman or Bench from Vintage Turkish Rug
Located in Brea, CA
Custom Made Bench ottoman by Bloom Home Inc.
Size: 56”W x 32”D x 18”H
Custom made metal base, and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Iron
Gueridon handcrafted made to order Ottoman-Bench, COM fabric - Made in USA.
By Guéridon Design
Located in Stratford, CT
INTRODUCTION
Gueridon handmade ottoman benches are made to order to your liking and specifications
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
FI Vintage Berber Tribal Hand-Loomed Natural Wool & Hemp Kilim Ottoman/Bench
Located in thousand oaks, CA
Custom versatile block ottoman/bench impeccably upholstered in authentic vintage Berber tribal hand
Category
Vintage 1960s Kilim Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Hemp, Wool, Fabric
FI Custom Ottoman/Bench in Vintage Berber Tribal Kilim Wool, Natural & Espresso
Located in thousand oaks, CA
FI Custom 50"L Ottoman/Bench in 60yr old Vintage Berber Tribal Kilim Wool. Created from our
Category
Vintage 1960s Turkish Kilim Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair, Hemp, Foam, Wood, Fabric
H 16.5 in W 24 in D 50 in
Stunning Ex Display Emerald Green Velvet Large Ottoman Footstool or Bench Seat
Located in GB
Collections LTD green velvet oversized ottoman footstool or bench
A very good looking well made and
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
H 23.63 in W 37.41 in D 27.17 in
Antique French Oak Barley Twist Bench Stool Ottoman Seat Embossed Leather C.1900
Located in London, GB
Antique French oak barley twist bench stool ottoman seat.
Embossed Leather, finished with brass
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Jacobean Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 11.82 in W 30.71 in D 12.6 in
Traditional Skirted Ottoman / Bench, Customizable
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
fabric.
Elegant skirted ottoman with loose cushion and tape detail. Fully customizable and requires 8
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Foam, Maple, Down
FI Vintage Berber Tribal Hand-Loomed Natural Wool & Hemp Ottoman/Benches, S/2
Located in thousand oaks, CA
Set of 2, FI vintage Berber Tribal hand-loomed natural wool & hemp ottoman/bench. Custom versatile
Category
Vintage 1960s Kilim Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Hemp, Wool
H 17 in W 15.5 in D 30 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...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Iron
H 15.75 in W 25 in D 15.5 in
Vintage Mahogany and French Floral Tapestry Bench Ottoman Stool
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage Mahogany and French floral tapestry bench ottoman stool.
Turned mahogany legs. French
Category
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Benches
Materials
Tapestry, Mahogany
Custom Made Vintage Textile and Iron Cocktail Ottoman Bench
Located in Brea, CA
Custom made iron and upholstered bench ottoman, the base is a custom finished iron base, with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Benches
Materials
Iron
Vintage 40's Italian Cream & Gold Gilt Faux Rope Tassel Ottoman, Stool or Bench
By Napoléon III
Located in St. Louis, MO
made cream painted & gold gilt, faux wood rope tassel ottoman, stool or bench, has wear to paint, as
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th C. Modern Oak Buckled Suede Strap Ottoman Square Foot Stool Bench MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century square ottoman with open wood base and a cushioned top finished in blue and brown
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 16 in W 24 in D 24 in
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Benches And Ottomans For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of benches and ottomans for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and metal, all benches and ottomans available were constructed with great care. We have 212 antique and vintage benches and ottomans in-stock, while there are 28 modern editions to choose from as well. Benches and ottomans have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Benches and ottomans made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — are very popular at 1stDibs. Benches and ottomans have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Milo Baughman, Modshop and Dedar are consistently popular.
How Much are Benches And Ottomans?
Benches and ottomans can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,213, while the lowest priced sells for $375 and the highest can go for as much as $16,000.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Benches And Ottomans
- What is a cocktail ottoman?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Ottomans are used as footstools, but can also be used as a makeshift side table, perhaps to be used for resting cocktails. They usually have four short but wide legs providing stability and ease of mobility. 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 glass of wine. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary cocktail ottomans from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Ottomans can be used as seats, footstools or for storage.
- Can you sit on an ottoman?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can sit on an ottoman, though it may not be very comfortable for long periods of time because they don't have backings like sofas and chairs do. Ottomans are typically used as footrests, but there is no rule against sitting on them.Casa QuietaFebruary 26, 2021Sure you can, however it does not have a backrest witch can make it not so comfortable for a larger period of time
- What is the point of an ottoman?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The point of an ottoman is mainly to provide a place for you to rest your feet so that you can relax with your legs elevated. 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. Large ottomans can also double as extra seats, and some have hidden storage for throws, pillows and other items. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of ottomans.
NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021There is no difference - the term Ottoman and Turkish are interchangeable when talking about rugs.- 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
The difference between a hassock and an ottoman is that a hassock does not have storage, and an ottoman does. Both pieces can be large or small and have legs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.
- Did the Ottoman Empire have art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the Ottoman Empire had incredible works of art that have a distinctive flair and are well-regarded around the globe. The Ottoman Empire lasted from roughly about 1300 to 1923 and was a dominant culture for a time. From tapestries to mosaics, detailed jewelry to dramatic paintings, the Ottoman Empire was an era of fantastic works of art that were influenced by a vast variety of cultures. Shop a collection of Ottoman Empire art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is an ottoman a coffee table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021If you do not have a coffee table, an ottoman tray is a great way to make an ottoman more functional and turn it into a coffee table. It is important for the tray shape to mirror the shape of the ottoman and the size should be bigger than half the dimensions of the ottoman.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Footrests are called ottomans due to their origins. Traders from Turkey in the Ottoman Empire introduced footrests to Europe during the late 18th century. On 1stDibs, find a range of ottomans.
- What is a mission bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A mission bench is a long rectangular bench, often with a mid-height back and open arms. The bench is made out of wood, oak to be specific, and sometimes even animal skin. You’ll find a collection of mission benches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a cobblers bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A cobbler’s bench is a low-to-the-ground wooden bench that has a backless seat on one end and a workstation on the other.
- What is a shoe bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A shoe bench refers to a bench that can also be utilized as a shoe storage compartment underneath the seating. Some shoe benches feature shelving, while others may have compartments to keep your shoes sorted. Shop a selection of vintage and contemporary shoe benches on 1stDibs.
- What is a settle bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Settle benches are long wooden benches with arms and tall backs. They were common in Europe during the first half of the 18th century.
- What is a teak bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A teak bench is a bench that is constructed from teak, which is a kind of tropical hardwood which is mostly used for making chairs, seats and even boats. Appreciated for its dense grain and rich luster, old-growth teak was a sought-after material among mid-century modern designers. With proper care, a teak bench can last for nearly 70 years! Find your long-lasting teak bench on 1stDibs.
- What is a Windsor bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Windsor bench is typically a two-seater chair built with solid wood and round-tenoned legs with seats that are a shallow dish or saddle shape for comfort. Windsor chairs grew in popularity during the 16th century with the design being fashioned after wheel spokes. Shop a selection of Windor-style seating on 1stDibs.
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