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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Color: Beige
Color: White
Casablanca White Leather Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
This leather pouf boasts a delicate ivory color that will infuse sophistication in any modern interior. It features a poplar wood structure padded with m...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Other
Felted Wool Round Floor Cushion in Turmeric Yellow by JG SWITZER
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Felted wool round floor cushion, in turmeric-dye medallion yellow felted from local, fiber shed wool in a creamy, natural background, our indigo an...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Modern Lime Green Round Moroccan Art Deco Upholstered Stool
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Style stool in lime green and gold Moroccan style stool, vanity stool.
Modern contemporary round Moroccan Art Deco style upholstered stools in green fabric upholstery in 197...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Patricia Urquiola Bandas Small Pouf for GAN
Located in New York, NY
Modularity taken to the limit. All the pieces in the Bandas collection can be interchanged. An ingenious system, designed by Patricia Urquiola, allows the collection to be adapted to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam
Zebra Ottoman / Coffee Table, Large Square, Two Zebra hides, Custom Made In USA
By Area ID
Located in New York, NY
Large zebra ottoman, measures: 42 inches by 42 inches and 14 inches high. Great as a coffee table or ottoman. Built in our NJ factory.
Made of beautiful zebra hides from South Africa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Campaign Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Exceptional Jack Lenor Larsen ~Primavera~ Velvet Playpen Sofa and Ottomans
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous down filled sofa upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera velvet with a pair of oversize matching ottomans.
This is a huge livi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep stool designed by Studio Ahead. The stool is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep
The stool could be placed o...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Felt
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
Located in Mexico City, MX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstraction of the buildings from
that period, allowing to have at home a city in scale.
Basurto 01...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hardwood
Contemporary Modern Hygge Stool in Boucle Fabric &Travertino Marble by Collector
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Hygge Collection is inspired by contemporary architecture in Portugal that Speaks of its Romanesque past by honoring the antiques geometris, such as the arch and the column. Saccal D...
Category
2010s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Travertine
Forsyth Zebra Hide Pouf Ottoman, Made To Order
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Our zebra pouf ottomans are handcrafted from our beautiful Forsyth zebra hides. The most beautiful zebra hides are selected, handcut, handstitched, and h...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with matching ottoman. This chair features steam bent rattan frame with Art Moderne styled pink flamingo covered cushions, circa ...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Forsyth Zebra Cube Ottoman
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth Originals Collection. The Forsyth Cube Ottoman is designed and handcrafted from our zebra hides. This is a versatile piece for any room adding natural texture and...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Pair of Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Club Chair Ottoman, John Wisner Campaign Style
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair Ficks Reed rattan Campaign style lounge or club chairs plus one ottoman with interesting brass cap accents by John Wisner for the Far Horiz...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Glide Ottoman Round Custom Hidden Castors
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The smart and simple Glide Ottoman can be used as a seat at a table, a place to kick your feet up, or both. Boasting hidden casters, the delicate curves of its sides subtly remove the boxiness of a traditional ottoman...
Category
2010s American Other Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Hand-Spun Nanimarquina Kilim Pouf 1 by, Nani Marquina & Marcos Catalan
Located in New York, NY
"With the desire to transfer the experience and knowledge of the textile world to a three-dimensional element, Nanimarquina adds the Kilim Poufs Collection...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Awaiting L Stool Printed Velvet and Brass
Located in Roma, IT
This stool is part of the Awaiting collection, presented by Secondome during Milan Fuorisalone, 2016. It’s a series of items born from the encounter between the printed silk and cott...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Beata Heuman Dappled Velvet
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding natura...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Big Tulip Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and original big tulip lounge chair with Ottoman, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1965.
This 80's pivoting edition has a round metal foot.
The set ...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Gramercy Pouf Ottoman
By Leah Singh
Located in Westfield, NJ
This geometric pouf has been ethically hand woven by artisans in Rajasthan, India, using a traditional weaving technique that is native to this region.
...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton
Beige Couture Geometric Geo Large Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A large round puof, entirely made in Italy, fantastically cozy and comfortable to sit on. The base is in painted beech wood covered by multiple layers of viscose fringes that create ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Natural White Fur Ottoman, Mongolian Sheepskin Pouffe
Located in Dural, AU
What could be more luxurious than relaxing with this real fur ottoman! Whether styling a living room for seating or foot comfort or adding glam to a bedroom, this Mongolian fur pouf will look and feel amazing in any decor setting. Each fur ottoman boasts with the most beautiful and silky Mongolian sheepskin...
Category
2010s Australian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
Forsyth Sheepskin Pouf Ottoman
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth signature collection. Our luxurious sheepskin pouf ottomans are handcrafted from our beautiful Brazilian sheepskins. The most beautiful sheepskins are selected, h...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
GAN Raw Small Square Pouf by Borja García
By GAN Rugs
Located in New York, NY
A smooth layer of wool is laid over the jute base, combining two seemingly discordant languages but which work here in harmony. The clean lines of the permeable geometry of this seco...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Jute
Awaiting, H Stool Printed Velvet and Brass
Located in Roma, IT
This stool is part of the awaiting collection, presented by Secondome during Milan Fuorisalone, 2016. It's a series of items born from the encounter between the printed silk and cott...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Louis XVI Style Footstool Gilt Gold
By Massant
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Louis XVI style footstool repose pied, gilt gold
Large footstool, highly decorative, can also be used as extra seating or as an ottoman instead of a coffe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Forsyth Zebra Parsons Style Ottoman or Coffee Table, Made to Order
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A Forsyth signature item, this zebra hide ottoman can double as a chic and elegant coffee table. Custom made to order in the Forsyth studio, the zebra hide is masterfully wrapped aro...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Large 25" x 25" Pouff Ottoman with Aged Brass Base by Marge Carson
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1980s
Large pouff ottoman with brass base made by Marge Carson. Great additional seating piece for any interior. Offered for reupholstery- ship this...
Category
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
1970s Ottoman by Paul Geoffroy for Uginox in Brushed Stainless Steel France
Located in London, GB
A rare model of the ottoman or footrest from the 70s in brushed stainless steel by Paul Geoffroy, very little produced by the Uginox factory.
His works are in the same spirit as cre...
Category
1970s French Space Age Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of 1980s Billy Baldwin Style Pillow Top Tufted Fully Upholstered Ottomans
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of fully upholstered Heirloom x519 tufted pillow top vintage ottomans in the style of Billy Baldwin. Retaining their original tan Lee Jofa upholster...
Category
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam
Ottoman pouf Drova 6 in Beige color by Woo
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman pouf Drova, a versatile and stylish addition to your living space. Handcrafted with precision in Ukraine, this cube ottoman pouf embodies the perfect fusion of form and function. The structure of ottoman pouf Drova consists of several upholstered blocks, stacked on the top of each other, which are resembling the firewood, stacked near the fireplace.
Its clean lines and modern design make it a captivating accent piece that complements any interior. There can be 4 or 6 elements, depending on the size of pouf.
The high-quality materials ensure durability and longevity, while the plush cushioning provides exceptional comfort. The ottoman pouf frame is made of plywood with high-quality polyurethane for a soft filling.
A versatile palette of fabrics for covering. You can choose texture and color of the fabric for your pouf.
Whether used as a footrest, additional seating, or a side table, the Ukrainian Design Drova 6 ottoman Pouf adds both style and functionality to your space. Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller areas, while the cube shape adds a touch of contemporary elegance. The space between the blocks allows you to move the Drova 6 ottoman pouf from place to place easily, as well as to store some small things in it.
Elevate your home or office with the design cube pouf...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
Beige Couture Geometric Geo Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A delicate beige pouch named after the geometric shapes on its body. Its padding is synthetic, fully upholstered on top by a layer of premium beige velvet. The base is in painted bee...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Swivel Mushroom Top Post Modern Style Ottoman Pouf in Ivory White Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Post Modern style swivel top Mushroom Ottomans or Poufs freshly upholstered in luxuriously soft ivory white bouclé are the perfect blend of form and function. Sexy Modern sculptural silhouette. Whether used for additional seating or for resting a delicious charcuterie platter, you and your guests will appreciate the swivel top feature. When seated, guests can swivel about and converse more freely. Trays or platters filled with goodies can rest atop and rotate for a more comfortable entertaining experience. Or simply rest your legs over these large and comfortable super soft ottomans after a long day with a good book and a glass of wine. The ivory white bouclé is rated highly durable (over 50k double rubs) and cleans up easily without damaging or compromising the fabric. Its texture breathes and works quite well in both cool and warm climates. Adjustable sizes. May be upholstered in Customer's Own Material (C.O.M.). Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory.
Photographed along with and currently available in our shop:
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Marilyn Sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Petite Paul Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Petite Paul ottoman features a round solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is des...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
1960s white Leather and embroidered seat Pouf
By Roche Bobois
Located in Vienna, AT
This charming white circular leather pouf has been designed and manufactured in the 1960s, probably in France. It is made of top quality white leather and has a colourful embroidered...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Wool
MDF Italia Set of Three Customizable Fuji Bicolor Poufs by Francesco Rota
By MDF Italia
Located in New York, NY
Fuji is the small casual seating collection signed by Francesco Rota whose large, generous and sweet volumes and the trapezoidal silhouette evoke the conical shape of the Japanese vo...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Pair of Waterfall Benches Newly Upholstered in Ivory White Bouclé, circa 1970s
By Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sculptural and modern 1970s waterfall benches attributed to Directional professionally reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé fabric and photographed with a pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus swivel chairs - also by Directional - and a Charles Hollis Jones faux bamboo Lucite and brass console also available in our shop. Sculptural. Timelessly sexy waterfall silhouette. Neutral color makes this pair of waterfall...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Patricia Urquiola Mangas Original Campana MP3 Pouf for GAN
Located in New York, NY
A revolution in the world of rugs called Mangas Original, designed by Patricia Urquiola. The original IDEA was inspired by the look of hand-knitted sweaters and the result is the mos...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam
GAN Silaï Small Pouf in Wool
By GAN Rugs
Located in New York, NY
Silaï celebrates the beauty of the age-old art of handmade embroidery where the time, care and patience needed to make something is reflected. It is a “savoir-faire” that is being lo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam, Wool
Pouf Rotondo Minotti 1990 in Velluto Verde con ruote
By Minotti
Located in IT
Puff Minotti anni 90 con imbottitura e velluto verde nuovi.
il pouff è dotato di ruote.
Category
1990s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Vintage 1980s Life-Size Sheep Sculpture Ottoman or Footstool by Joel Donahoe
Located in St. Louis, MO
This life-size sheep sculpture or ottoman, bench or footstool was designed by Joel Donahoe in Truckee, CA, in the 1980s and 90s. Known as the Lambkin benches, these were sold at desi...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Fur, Fiberglass, Foam
4 x 4 ottoman deep tufting walnut base button tufted channeling tufted ottoman
Located in Ridgewood, NY
Bubbly and delicious, the hand-tufted 4 x 4 ottoman beautifully shapes any space. The delicate crown of each tuft is fun, flirty, and begs to be sat on.
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Custom Made Sheepskin Covered Ottoman
Located in London, GB
Dagmar design
Round ottoman
Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials.
This ottoma...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
Vintage Tufted Leather Ottoman
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage tufted leather ottoman, use it as a coffee table and put your feet on it. Acquired at a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Couture Geometric Riga Large Yellow & Purple Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
Since the inception of Lorenza Bozzoli Couture, we have always wanted to offer our customers the opportunity to customize their orders, allowing them to own a design piece that perfe...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Paul Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Paul ottoman features a solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler.
Inspired by the clean lines and brass detailing of...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Round Bone Bouclé Ottomans with Brass Base
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of contemporary Chautauqua Round Ottomans by Amber Lewis, handmade in Los Angeles. Featuring bone bouclé upholstery on an elegant Minimalist brass bas...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn Gröna Fåglar Linen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth Mushroom Pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding natural texture and a bit of whimsy. The perfect ottoman or extra seat. Each mushroom pouf is completely handmade. Custom made to order. Please allow approximately 8 weeks.
Shown in Josef Frank's Gröna Fåglar. A beautiful linen. The inspiration for the Gröna Fåglar (Green Birds) print came both from the Trees of Life and from The Green Book...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Napoleon III Style Twisted Rope Frame Ottoman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Glamorously Chic Faux Fur Carved Rope ottoman. In the style of Parisian Upholsterer A.M.E. Fournier. Sculptural carved frame has the illusion of kn...
Category
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Fur
Kidney Ottoman with Oak Legs, Made to Order
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measures: 49"W × 26.5"D × 18.25"H
This is a custom made ottoman, originally made to match our “waive” sofa. This model is at the listed price. We can custom make this in any fabri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
XL Shaggy Bean Bag Chair Cover, Sheepskin Caramel Spot
Located in Dural, AU
Imagine relaxing into this designer, shaggy sheepskin beanbag while unwinding after a long and tiring day. This extra large and enchanting shaggy bean bag is currently available only as limited edition piece with only 2 available of its kind. Each cover is individually handcrafted from the finest and carefully selected long wool Icelandic sheepskin resulting in the most amazing shaggy and tactile appearance with a wool range of 4 to 6 inches (10 - 15cm) in length.
The natural and creamy white undertones and striking caramel brown spots are the natural and unaltered colors and markings found in the sheep wool therefore preserving the natural beauty of each individual sheepskin used. These natural color tones carry character and individuality that will vary throughout the sheepskin cover.
Whether styled in the kids bedroom to help with learning, placed in the living room for additional seating or in the cinema room for the ultimate gaming experience, this long wool shaggy bean bag will be loved and enjoyed by all.
Our Icelandic sheepskins are carefully sourced directly from Europe, using only natural by-product and eco-friendly processing, without the use of harsh and toxic chemicals that are damaging to the environment and humans, making them safer and healthier inside the home for everyone to enjoy.
Each Icelandic sheepskin beanbag chair is individually handcrafted in Australia by eluxury home with expertise and craftsmanship and most importantly made to strict child safety law. The sheepskin beanbags come with an additional internal cotton bean fill cover, a safety child lock zipper and a genuine suede leather base for extra durability and easy care.
Eluxury home are artisan makers of authentic sheepskin beanbags and offer this design in a collection of long wool sheepskin colors, view image gallery for color selection.
This sheepskin bean bag does not come with bean fill but can be provided upon additional charge. At eluxury home we use polystyrene fill and this cover will require about 700L / 25 cubic ft depending upon desire of firmness.
Features:
Handcrafted from genuine Icelandic sheepskins
Color: Natural white with caramel / brown
custom make in other colors
Dimensions: 120cm width x 90cm height approx
Long and shaggy wool pile ranging 4-6 inches / 10-15cm
Individually handcrafted in Australia
Made to strict Australian Child...
Category
2010s Australian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
Milo Baughman Style Pair of Parsons Ottomans Benches in Ivory Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of custom Milo Baughman style Parsons ottomans benches footstools newly upholstered in soft ivory bouclé. A great choice for adding a modern sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Bench - Zebra Hide
Located in New York, NY
Due to the use of natural materials, each piece is unique and may vary slightly from image shown.
Product information
Dimensions: 43.5" W x 18.5" D x 21" H
Color: Natural / Silv...
Category
2010s South African Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Ivory Cowhide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth mushroom pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cut...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cowhide
Cloe Beige Pouf by Braid Design Lab
Located in Milan, IT
Subtle curves marking the sides and outlining a comfortable cushioned seat distinguish the harmonious design of this pouf. Part of the Cloe Collection also includes more coordinated ...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Aluminum
Kipp Stewart Directional Original Leather Stainless Steel Lounge Chair Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wow, original and buttery soft, off-white leather! On a polished and hefty stainless steel base. This super cool "Arc" lounge chair and ottoman, a complete and original matching set,...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Petite Orsini Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Petite Orsini Ottoman features a minimal metal base with decorative ball feet and an upholstered seat.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Wicker Seat or Floor Cushion, Green and Tan
Located in New York, NY
A vintage wicker light-green seat or floor cushion with cotton insert and large 'X' stitching around, circa mid to late-20th century. Piece could ...
Category
Late 20th Century Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Wicker, Foam
1970s Boho Rattan Bamboo Pouf Ottoman Having Fresh Upholstery And Cushioning
By Ficks Reed
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful and diverse bamboo Pouf Ottoman having fresh right tweed neutral cotton upholstery and new cushioning. Very comfortable and solid. A beautiful addition to your rattan lay...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Bamboo, Rattan, Polyester
Antique and Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
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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