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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Number in Set: Set of 12 or more
Portola Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Portola ottoman has a handcrafted solid wood frame with an attached cushion.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California. Reach out to disc...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Ottoman pouf DROVA 4 Wool fabric WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman pouf Drova 4, a versatile and stylish addition to your living space. Handcrafted with precision in Ukraine, this cube pouf embodies the perfect fusio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, GB
Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in 'Moonlight' cream sheepskin and features oiled oak ball feet...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Dark Ball Feet
Located in London, GB
Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in 'Moonlight' cream sheepskin and features stain...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Tulipwood, Sheepskin
Pair of Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottomans with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, GB
Dagmar Design - Round ottoman
Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in Moonlight sheepskin with oiled oak ball feet...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Pill Pouf S by Houtique - Purple
By Houtique
Located in Madrid, ES
Taste the glance of a Luxurious way of Comfort.
A pill to cure the lack of color, delicacy, creativity, and fun (its fringes will never stop moving
and dancing). And, of course,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Polyester, Foam, Velvet, Upholstery
Custom Made Walnut and Shearling Round Ottoman
Located in London, GB
Dagmar Design
Esko Ottoman
A custom-made round ottoman with solid wood frame developed & produced at our workshops in London. This example has an oiled walnut frame with seat uphol...
Category
2010s British Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut
Shearling 'Strapontin' Stool by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shearling 'Strapontin' stool by Design Frères.
Chic and understated.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Iron
Little Petra & Pouf in Sahara Sheepskin & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for & Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
Initially introduced back in 1938, Little Petra won instant praise at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition, subsequently winning awards at exhibits in New York and Berlin. It’s one of just a few designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the 1930s called funkis style.
Little Petra is surprisingly petite, able to fit into all kinds of spaces, interiors and environments. Low to the ground, open and embracing, it embodies the essence of a lounge chair, allowing for all kinds of seating positions in any cosy setting imaginable.
For the Pouf, it's soft and nurturing, an ideal companion. With sheepskin and rounded legs in oiled walnut, it lends an organic warmth to any interior. Pair with the Little Petra for an elegant lounge seating arrangement.
Material:
sheep skin 17 mm sahara, oiled walnut
Dimensions:
Little Petra VB1 lounge chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Tufted Leather Round Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
Tufted leather round ottoman with antiqued brown full-grain leather.
Dimensions: 36" W x 36" D x 16" H
Color variation is common and accept...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
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
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, GB
Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in a Honey coloured sheepskin and features oiled oak ball feet...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Saturn Pouffe Large, Chrome Frame and Cream Boucle by Lara Bohinc In Stock
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The equally singular Saturn pouffe utilises the same gathered bilboquet seat construction, to create a more simplified but still incredibly distinctive form. The sumptuously undulati...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
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
Four-Sided Lobby Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic style four-sided sofa ideal for a large lobby or foyer. With vintage style brown tufted leather upholstered backrests and seats, raised on turned mahogany feet and finished...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Dagmar Design Custom Made Sheepskin Ottoman
Located in London, GB
A custom made sheepskin ottoman on hardwood base with stained beech legs. The foam body is covered in premium, tufted Australian shearling.
This item is made to order in our Lond...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Monarch Fiberglass Bench in Leather by Asa Pingree
By Asa Pingree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Asa Pingree’s slinky, singular fiberglass creations are a direct reflection of the designer’s penchant for clean lines and lightweight structures.
The Monarch bench is a striking contemporary piece that is both minimal and regal in its design.
It blends in a variety of settings: as an elegant foot of bed statement, a stylish entryway seat or a sculptural touch in the living room.
Made of a lightweight fiberglass composite with a molded gel coat surface that is extremely durable. The bench is also suitable for extended outdoor life...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fiberglass
4 x 4 Round Ottoman Deep Tufted Base Black Custom
Located in Ridgewood, NY
Bubbly and delicious, the hand-tufted 4 x 4 Round Ottoman beautifully shapes any space. The delicate crown of each tuft is fun, flirty, and begs to be sat on.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
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
Moroccan Oversized Floor Pillow Cushion
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Oversized silk square plum and gold color floor seat pillow.
Moroccan square floor pillow cushion, handcrafted from silk velvet cut fabric, these floor seat cushions are great to use in kids room or around your Bohemian or Moroccan room or for your pet.
Great to use as an Ottoman or floor pillow for a modern or Moorish decor.
A meditation pillow...
Category
20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Silk
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
Round Ottoman X 18" in Camel Shearling by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured with Camel color sheepskin, the Ottoman X is inspired by fundamental geometry. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are designed to function as a traditional leg rest, add a twist to secondary living room seating, or as playful and sculptural decor, - a unique and exciting conversation piece.
Construction: Hand...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Leather
Footstool, Black Steel and Vegetable Tobacco Leather, Modern Style, Hug
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
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
Hudson Ottoman 18"Ø in Silver Grey Tibetan Lamb by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured in Tibetan Lamb Shearling, the Hudson Ottoman exudes luxury. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are designed to function as a tr...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Lambskin
Banded Ottoman 18" in Black Leather by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured with diamond banded detailing, the Diamond Ottoman is inspired by fundamental geometry. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are d...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Banded Ottoman 22" in Black Leather by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured with banded detailing, the Banded Ottoman is inspired by fundamental geometry. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are designed t...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Bohemian Poufs in Post Modern Velvet Upholstered Stools 1970s Style
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Modern vintage cylindric stools in bronze, red, white and red psychedelic velvet fabric upholstery in 1970s style.
Pair of highly decorative post moder...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Fabric
Bombo "T" Pouf/Side Table Designed by Nestor Perkal for Oscar Maschera
Located in Brooklyn, NY
First, there was an encounter between a designer,
Nestor Perkal, and the Oscarmaschera company. Then, there was
Argentina, his native land. While working with the company on
leather ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
"Caballito Blanco Grande" Ottoman Designed by Nestor Perkal for Oscar Maschera
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nestor Perkal’s inspiration rides the White Horse.
With the bridle loose and reins held tight, he has illustrated and narrated the story of that image, seen as a child in a neighborhood shop window, which he imagines in the countryside but encounters as he strolls through the streets of Buenos Aires and which evoke in him the Argentina of his dreams.
With the rigor of true gentleness, without loosing sight of the magic, without forgetting the wooden toy. The mane flows free in the wind, in the same wind that accompanied the indigenous people and the gaucho on their adventures.
The Argentinean men, who crossed the landscape in search of food, land and family, made use of the horse on that epic crossing.
The saddle was a useful contrivance until it became the norm.
The verb to mount declines with the noun Mount.
Perkal’s metaphor symbolizes concern, support, friendship and repose.
His poetic memory is humanistic. It is that sensitive passion that becomes a real image.
To this concept he adds the weave of the fabric, hand crafted in the north of Argentina.
The loom reveals its cloth, brandished by guards and flags, identity and tradition.
“Come quickly little White Horse,
take me to the land where I was born…
I have, have, have………..
three sheep in a shed.
One gives me milk
another gives me wool,
the third gives me butter
the whole week through”
leather version:
structure cm. 110 × 90 × H 35.
seat cover in leather cm. 100 × 130.
leather and fabric version:
structure cm. 110 × 90 × H 35.
seat cover in leather cm. 94 × 114.
fabric cm. 102 × 134.
Steel mesh benches...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
"Caballito Blanco #Blanco Lungo" Bench Designed Nestor Perkal for Oscar Maschera
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nestor Perkal’s inspiration rides the White Horse.
With the bridle loose and reins held tight, he has illustrated and narrated the story of that image, seen as a child in a neighborh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Marc Bankowsky, Pieds de Bouc, Bronze Legged Stool, France, 2013
Located in New York, NY
Stool by Marc Bankowsky with patinated bronze legs and black Mongolian lamb upholstery.
A designer and decorator for the past 20 years, Marc Bankowsky creates uniquely beautiful fur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Modern Grand Pouf White Cotton Bouclé Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
A comfy pouf stool with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in white cotton bouclé fabric, Flox stands out o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
El Topo • Sculptural Hand-Carved Acacia & Sheepskin Ottoman by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
A tactile piece of domestic fantasy, the El Topo ottoman is a social object, featuring a carved Acacia base, burnt using the traditional method of Shou Sugi Ba...
Category
2010s Oceanic Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Foam
Modern Grand Pouf Stainless Beige Linen Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
A comfy pouf stool with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in beige patterned linen fabric, Flox stands out...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Django • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality into any space. Exhibiting a sleek yet playful nature, Django also has a practical side and is a...
Category
2010s Oceanic Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Neoclassical Plaza Ottoman Eucalyptus Leather Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Neoclassical Plaza Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in high standard Italian beige leat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
18"Ø Ball Ottoman in Latte Leather by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Round, sculptural and uniquely abstract, crafted with supple European leather, the Ball Ottoman has the cleanest Silhouette of our ottoman collection.
Our ottomans are hand-filled w...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
30"Ø Leather Stacking Drum Floor Cushion 'Set of 3' by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
These floor cushions were designed as a set! (They are also listed for sale individually.) Stacked to store or sit and individual to use for low seating, this set of three, round leather floor cushions...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
30"Ø Leather Stacking Drum Floor Cushion 'Set of 3' by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
These floor cushions were designed as a set! (They are also listed for sale individually.) Stacked to store or sit and individual to use for low seating, this set of three, round leather floor cushions...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Windmill D180 High Ottoman in Gray Upholstery by Constance Guisset
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As its name suggests, this delicate, colourful collection of poufs was inspired by windmills. The curved forms and wedges of colour can form small or large islands...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Stacking Floor Cushion 30" in Dune Shearling by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Designed to exude luxury and wake up your space with additional seating, accent decor and cozy chill zones, these low-profile circular shearling floor cushions can be easily moved or...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
30"Ø Leather Drum Stacking Floor Cushion (Set of 3) by Moses Nadel
By Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
These floor cushions were designed as a set! (They are also listed for sale individually.) Stacked to store or sit and individual to use for low seating, this set of three, round leather floor cushions...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Mr Jones Ottoman by DUISTT
Located in Geneve, CH
Mr Jones Ottoman by DUISTT
Dimensions: W 132 x D 82 x H 39 cm
Materials: Duistt Fabric, White Stained Oak, Dark Bronze
The Ironwood tray is optional. Please contact us for any reque...
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Coco Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Our adorable coco ottoman is perfect for relaxing with your feet up…or pop them under our Calista console for additional seating. A modern take on a basic round ottoman. Chic, comfor...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Wenge
Pouf ATD 1 in Oiled Walnut and Karakorum 003 by &Tradition
By &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Soft and nurturing, the Pouf is an ideal companion. With rounded legs in Oiled Walnut, and upholstery in Karakorum 003 , it lends an organic warmth to any interior. Pair with the Lit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Klismos Walnut Wood Woven Leather Bench Customizable Upholstery and Wood
By Pescetta
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood brown woven leather Bench, Customizable Upholstery and Wood.
Other colors and upholstery are available. Italian artisanal production by Pescetta Home Decoration....
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
El Topo Ottoman by Odditi
Located in Geneve, CH
El Topo Ottoman by Odditi
Dimensions: ⌀ 60 x H 40 cm
Materials: Acacia Base, Sheepskin
A tactile piece of domestic fantasy, the El Topo ottoman is a social object, featuring a carve...
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Contemporary 'Baby' Spheric Ottoman by NOOM, Pink
Located in Paris, FR
Baby Spheric Ottoman by Noom
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova
Dimensions: D - 33 cm.
Shown model : Magic Velvet 2253
Materials: textile, molded polyurethane foam
Fabrics: Velvet and man...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Textile
Django Ottoman by Odditi
Located in Geneve, CH
Django Ottoman by Odditi
Dimensions: ⌀ 60 x H 40 cm
Materials: Sienna Earth Textured Velvet
The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality int...
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Contemporary Spheric Ottoman by NOOM, Barnum Bouclé White
Located in Paris, FR
Spheric Ottoman Bouclé White
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova
Materials: textile, molded polyurethane foam
Fabrics: Kvadrat Zero Boucle / JAB Ascendent Boucle and many other finishes by r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Textile
Contemporary Spheric Ottoman by NOOM, Cobalt Blue Wool
Located in Paris, FR
Spheric Ottoman
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova
Materials: textile, molded polyurethane foam
Fabrics: Available in a wide range of fabrics by request
Dimensions: D - 50 cm
New NOOM fu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Textile
Contemporary Ottoman 'Flock' by NOOM, Wool Pink
Located in Paris, FR
Ottoman Flock by Noom
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova
Materials: wood, plywood, foam rubber, injection-molded soft foam, textile
Fabrics: Available in a wide range fabrics on request.
D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Textile
Contemporary Ottoman 'Flock' by NOOM, Baloo Bouclé 2078
Located in Paris, FR
Ottoman Flock by NOOM
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova
Materials: wood, plywood, foam rubber, injection-molded soft foam, textile
This Listing is for Category A - Baloo Boucle.
Color in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Textile
Adrian Ottoman Solid Walnut and Cotton Webbing Stool
Located in Miami, FL
Adrian Ottoman designed by Dosbananos and made in Miami. Solid Walnut and Ivory Cotton Webbing.
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Walnut
IL POUF Tone On Tone Beige
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Tone on Tone is the pouf collection in the hues of green, brick, mustard and beige. These refined poufs embellish any environment with their simple and compact design. Imbib...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
IL POUF Tone On Tone Green
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Tone on Tone is the pouf collection in the hues of green, brick, mustard and beige. These refined poufs embellish any environment with their simple and compact design. Imbib...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
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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