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Shaggy Bean Bag Chair Cover Icelandic Sheepskin - Made in Australia
Located in Dural, AU
Imagine the kids relaxing in this eco-friendly and genuine sheepskin beanbag while they read, learn or play their favorite video game. This large and long wool shaggy bean bag chair is handcrafted from the finest long wool Icelandic sheepskin resulting in the most amazing shaggy and tactile appearance with a wool range of 5 to 6 inches (8 - 15cm) in length.
The natural white color is unaltered, preserving the natural beauty of the original wool color, as the Natural white may come with hints of a rich creamy undertone.
Sheepskin qualities are underestimated, as they are cool in the summer, as the wool hollow fiber absorbs heat and releases the heat over seven times faster than a synthetic fiber while in the colder months, the wool warming properties keep the body snuggle and warm making this sheepskin bean bag chair the perfect comfort décor for all year round. Whether styled in the kid's 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-products 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 leather base for extra durability and easy care.
Eluxury home are artisan makers of authentic sheepskin beanbags and offers 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 requested upon additional charge. The dimensions of the sheepskin beanbag are calculated according to the pattern but will differ according to the amount of fill used.
Features:
handcrafted from genuine Icelandic sheepskins
colour: natural white (may have a slight creamy yellow undertone)
custom make in other colors
dimensions: 990cm width x 80cm height (+ wool pile)
long and shaggy wool pile r
Individually handcrafted in Australia
Made to strict Australian Child...
Category
2010s Australian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
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
Vintage Brass "Poufs" by Marge Carson
By Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful pair of vintage brass poufs / ottomans designed by Marge Carson in United States, circa 1970s. These poufs have been professionally reupho...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Sparkle Light Blue Pouf with Light Blue and Silver Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant pouf showcases a cascading fringe of light blue and silver lurex threads enclosing the beechwood frame topped with a shimmering light blue velvet padded seat. Designed b...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Cut Velvet Floor Pouf and Ottoman
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our small pouf can be used as a seat or an ottoman. Shown in Zinc Grimaldi Moonbeam. Made in our studio in Norwalk, CT.
Measurements:
Overall: 21”Dia. x 15”H
Price As Shown: $1,20...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Dainty Pouf, by Charlotte Høncke from Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Sophisticated, two-colored pouf with soft shapes and a clean idiom. The Dainty pouf can be used in any room of your home as extra seating or as a leg rest....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam
Footstool Silver Steel and Black Saddle Leather, Modern Style, Hug Collection
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary footstool and ottoman is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm i...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Mid-Century Modern Sculptura Ottoman by Russell Woodard, C1960
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and totally restored pair of hard to find Sculptura Ottomans by Russell Woodard. Sand blasted and powder coated with new plastic glides. In ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Stunning Custom Designed Round Ottoman with Stainless Steel Base
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful round loveseat/ottoman with upholstered top.
This beautiful ottoman can be used indoors or outdoors, it is perfect for homes with large livi...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Large Thick Lucite Mid-Modern Waterfall Bench Or Ottoman
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
Round Fur Ottoman, Mongolian Sheepskin Pouf
Located in Dural, AU
This round fur ottoman will be the wow factor that your decor needs. The snow white Mongolian fur ottoman will look and feel super lush in any in...
Category
2010s Australian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
Pixel Large Seating Pouf in Extra Kami A1 Upholstery by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From the creativity of Sergio Bicego comes Pixel sofa, featuring a series of elements that can be freely combined, thanks to an exclusive connector created ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Pixel Pouf in Avant Après Grey Upholstery by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From our best selling Pixel sofa stems a new element, the Pixel pouf. One single module from the geometrical sofa forms a simple and minimal seating element...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Sparkle Bean Green Ottoman with Gold and Green Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
An original piece of functional decor with a glamorous appeal, this ottoman by designer Lorenza Bozzoli audaciously blends glamorous 1920s sartorial details with modern geometrical s...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Ceramic Stool Fétiche by Hervé Langlais Available in Different Colors
Located in Paris, FR
Fétiche ceramic stool designed by Hervé Langlais for Galerie Negropontes. Available in different colors.
French designer Herve Langlais created a series of stools/pouf named after his Fetiche table lamp. Fetiche pouf...
Category
2010s French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Ceramic
George Mulhauser Leather Ottoman Chrome Star Base for Plycraft
Located in Munich, DE
Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft´, USA, 1960s. Steel and faux black leather.
Measures: H 40 x W 54 x D 61 cm.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Porto Sofa - Ottoman Large
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Porto Sofa - Ottoman Large
Designed by Project 213A in 2023
The Porto Modular sofa offers many possibilities in terms of customization. Its different modul...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather
Art Deco Ottomans by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Art Deco ottomans or stools by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons furniture company are brushed steel with re-upholstered gray vinyl tops.
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Porto Sofa - Ottoman
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Porto Sofa - Ottoman
Designed by Project 213A in 2023
The Porto Modular sofa offers many possibilities in terms of customization. Its different modules can...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather
Ollie Contemporary Stool in Fabric
Located in London, GB
Ollie is a playful addition to a living space. Full of character, he offers a seat for one or more persons depending on the situation. Ollie is designed to move around the room and t...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Doric Stool in Light Walnut with Grey Blue Corduroy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Doric stool is a versatile and elegant piece, which has found its place in museums, offices, and homes. The brutalist, monolithic legs suggest ancient ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Hardwood, Oak
Couture Geometric Deco Yellow Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Luxurious velvet graces the cylindrical silhouette of this stunning ottoman, whose stylish and intriguing allure borrows from the geometric charm of Art Deco furniture. The piece is ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile, Beech
GUFRAM Sassi Pouf by Piero Gilardi
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Exhibited for the first time at the Triennale in Milano in 1968, Sassi became one of the symbols of Gufram's naturalistic inspirations and of the ""true-fake"" concept, which can be found in many of its products. The stones, the largest is a pouf; the small ones ornamental elements...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam
Midcentury Barcelona Ottoman Stool in bright yellow Leather for Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona ottoman or stool for Knoll studio. The classic design that helped define Mid-Century Modernism. Premium leather in a Rare bright yellow...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Boucle Ottoman Round, Natural White Shearling Sheepskin
Located in Dural, AU
This strikingly elegant round boucle ottoman enhances the contemporary mood of an interior. Crafted from exquisite short curly wool, shearling sheepskin providing soft and natural textures to a space.
Designed and made in Australia, the natural white boucle ottoman...
Category
2010s Australian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
ED/50 003 Carol White Pouf
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
Delicate and plush, this pouf makes for a sophisticated addition to modern and contemporary-style interiors. A pleasant tactile feel is ensured by a soft boucle of white fabric that ...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Mushroom Ottoman in Gray Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a gray curly boucle fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural accent piece.
Mushroom ottomans are made to order, customizations are not possible.
PLEASE NOTE:
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Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Island Small Pouf in Capri Grey Upholstery & Brass Base by Serena Confalonieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Island is a collection made up of three poufs with organic forms that evoke the coast line lapped by the sea. This imagery is felt throughout the entire design, conjuring the enveloping movement of the tide which softens and shapes the shore. For this reason, the volumes are perceived differently depending on the perspective from which they are observed in a space. The base visually elevates the seat from the ground making it seem like it’s floating in space.
Serena is an indipendent designer and art director based in Milano. She works on product, graphic and textile design projects and collaborates with many italian and international companies. Her works are placed in-between product and graphic design: an accurate research on the surfaces is always present in her projects. After a Master Degree in Interior Design, she started her career working in many architecture and design practices in Milano, Barcelona and Berlin, and collaborating with the Interior Design Faculty of Politecnico di Milano as assistant professor. In 2013 she makes her debut at Milano Design Week with her Flamingo rug...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Gervasoni Inout 48 Side Table/Ottoman in Anthracite Grey Ceramic by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Family of coffee tables-poufs in white or anthracite grey ceramic, Inout 47/48/49 stand out for their minimalism: available in different heights, they have an asymmetrical totem stru...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Ceramic
Piero Lissoni Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of ottomans by Piero Lissoni for his 'Season' collection. Great for use in the home or office.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
The Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in COM
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Choose and purchase your own fabric and ship it to us for your very own bespoke Forsyth Mushroom.
Once you place the order, we will email you to discuss details including how many yards you need and where to ship! Thank you.
Custom made to order. Please allow 6 to 8 weeks.
Our Mushroom Pouf...
Category
2010s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Other
Green and Blue Geometric Couture Deco Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
In charming peacock tones, this pouf comes from the Geometric Couture Collection, full of fun and flirty designs. On a beechwood base, the pouf is padded and upholstered in velvet th...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Roche Bobois Early Production Mah Jong Elements, Pair, Signed, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful pair of Roche Bobois Mah Jong elements by Hans Hopfer are from the earlier years of the design in the 1970s, before they created the Missoni and Jean Paul Gaultier collaborations where they gained a new look.
This pair of Mah Jong elements are without a seat back, so they are ideal as a pair of large floor cushions or stacked on top of another as a large ottoman. At home, we have another pair of these that we use for our dogs as a large dog bed which we humans also use. When we want more floor space we can stack them and push them against the wall. When we have guests and need more seating in the living room we pull them over and stack next to a coffee table. But most of the time it is side by side for the dogs to use and when us humans need a quick NAP - we use it as a daybed underneath a skylight or can lay with the dogs for a quick cuddle.
This pair of Mah Jong sectional sofa elements was reupholstered with new fabric over the original interior foam, original bottom lining and labels. The visible fabric is brand new and is in mint condition. Everything else was cleaned, but is original. So it’s the best of both worlds - for those who want a clean, new fabric but also an early production year example of a Classic design. Photos of another pair that we have, in its original fabric are in the photos of this listing.
This pair of early production Roche Bobois Mah Jong elements would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Danish modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a contemporary or Postmodern room. Also consider mixing it up in a traditional, transitional, classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an Apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as side chairs, bedside seating...
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam, Fabric
Custom Made Arm Chair & Ottoman
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A charming armchair and ottoman duo in matching Lisa Fine fabric. Custom made by Cisco, this petite set provides a comfortable and stylish place to relax wit...
Category
19th Century French Other Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Upholstery
21st Century Designed by Saccal Design House Hygge Stool Boucle Travertino
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
Orsini Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Satin Brass Orsini ottoman by Lawson-Fenning. The Orsini Ottoman features a brushed brass base with cap feet and an upholstered seat. Shown here with satin brass base and upholstered...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
21st Century Asian Blue Sand Outdoor Indoor Handmade Round Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This round, low pouf is the nonchalant seat you’ve been looking for. 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic, this pouf is suitable for both indoor and outdoor, complete with a handl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
1980s Art Deco Revival Souffle Ottoman With Casters in the Karl Springer Style
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Hollywood Regency / 1980s Art Deco Revival Souffle Ottoman Pouf With Casters in the Karl Springer Style.
Features the original cream upholstery with gold dots and brass plat...
Category
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
21st Century Asian Blue Sand Outdoor Indoor Handmade Round Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This round, low pouf is the nonchalant seat you’ve been looking for. 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic, this pouf is suitable for both indoor and outdoor, complete with a handl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Swan Modern Minimalist Stool with French Vibes
By O&A London
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Swan pouffe – an elegantly cosy piece of furniture that blends style and comfort. Drawing inspiration from beautiful white swans, this ergonomic seating is perfect for your entrance hall or bedroom vanity...
Category
2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Junior Ottoman X by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Encased in a magnificent shearling coat, this Moses Nadel Ottoman X Junior can be used as an ottoman or simply an everyday item with its unique abstractness. Admire the detail of the...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
21st Century Asian Brown Black Outdoor Indoor Handmade Round Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This round, low pouf is the nonchalant seat you’ve been looking for. 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic, this pouf is suitable for both indoor and outdoor, complete with a handl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Pair of Faux Bamboo Ottomans Benches Stools Birds New Upholstery
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage faux bamboo ottomans, benches, stools. Newly upholstered in a bird fabric. Original wood finish. No damage or defects. Dimensions: 21.5 H x 27.5 W x 27.5 D.
Category
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo
River Stool in Cream with Boucle
By Konekt
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by stones shaped and polished by ever-evolving bodies of water, the River Stool presents a sculptural, asymmetrical form made up of soft curves an...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fiberglass
Pouf Kyl avorio di Dalmoto
Located in Como, IT
Kyl is a fine fabric ottoman inspired by the lines of the Kylíndo armchair. Available in long version, which can be used as a bench, or short,also used individually in combination wi...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Beata Heuman Willow Linen Cotton
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
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Ottoman by Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Together with the armchair and sofa already featured in a Tacchini re-edition in 2015, the Sesann ottoman continues the story of a vision of contemporary living that invites you to a...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
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
Upholstery
Mid-Century Renato Zevi "Ellipse" Rocking Chair by Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish chrome and vinyl rocker by Renato Zevi for Selig takes some cues from the style of mid-century master Milo Baughman while maintaining it's ow...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
White Mohair Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgerous custom made mohair ottoman with a light wooden base.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair, Upholstery
Pair of Oversized Floral Velvet Ottomans
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Great pair of oversized, rectangular ottomans. Use them as stylish decor that doubles as extra seating.
The ottomans have been reupholstered with all new foam and and gorgeous flo...
Category
20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Geo Outdoor Small Pouf Canvas Extra Green Upholstery in by Paolo Grasselli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Saba’s iconic Geo pouf moves outdoor. The versatile element that is the Geo pouf can now be used in outdoor environments thanks to the thermo-treated upholste...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
e15 Customizable Kashan Ottoman w by Philipp Mainzer
By Philipp Mainzer, e15
Located in New York, NY
In its form and material, the Kashan ottoman epitomizes the logical continuation of e15 design. The 550 mm (21 5/8 inch) tall backrest is notched to the equally tall side frames, und...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
1980 Swivel Two Toned Ottomans, a Pair
Located in Staten Island, NY
A pair of swivel ottomans made of ultrasuede from the 1980s.
Each ottoman has the top part which is in beige white color and the bottom base is in grayish green color. The legs of...
Category
1980s North American Post-Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Ultrasuede
Zanotta Large Sacco in Yellow Vip Fabric by Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Large Sacco in Yellow Vip Fabric by Gatti, Paolini, Teodoro
Anatomical easy-chair. Envelope containing highly resistant expanded polysty...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Baleri Italia Tatone Pouf in Yellow Fabric by Enrico Baleri & Denis Santachiara
Located in Milan, IT
Flexible round-shaped seating in polyurethane with an internal rigid structure. Polyurethane cold-processed without CDC. Two lateral slits keep the removable cover in bi-elastic fabr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Welcome Vanity and Ottoman by Sofia Alvarado
Located in Geneve, CH
Welcome Vanity and Ottoman by Sofia Alvarado
Unique Piece
Materials: Metal base, guayacan wood, mirror glass
Dimensions: 158cm (H) x 160cm (W) x 35cm (D) / 50 x 40cm ottoman
Green, i...
Category
2010s Panamanian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Fur Atlas Stool by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Fur atlas stool by Pietro Franceschini.
Sold exclusively by Galerie Philia
Manufacturer: Stefano Minotti
Dimensions: W 49 x H 52 cm
Materials: Fur
Available materials: Lamb/bouc...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fur
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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