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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Anza Upholstered Pouf with Floating Cushion
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For the past six years Portuguese designer Rui Pereira and Japanese designer Ryosuke Fukusada have been collaborating on projects that tap into their respective cultural heritage to ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
The Forsyth Ottoman in Cowhide, 48 x 48 in
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth Originals Collection. Soft and luxurious, the Forsyth Large Ottoman is designed to be a versatile piece in a room adding an element of natural texture. The perfec...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cowhide
$6,800 / item
Pouf - Safari Spot Velvet Pouf on Black Base - Gold
Located in New York, NY
Available in two unique colors, the Safari Spot Velvet Pouf showcases the beautiful natural pattern of a leopard.
Self-piped velvet fabric sits atop a powder-coated black base. Perfe...
Category
2010s South African Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
$1,190 / item
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 and handmade in Los Angeles, Ca...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
$1,660 / item
Black Leather Patchwork Pouf from De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede pouf from 1960s.
We have the same pouf in ivory color as you can see in the pictures. This will be sold in a separate offer.
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Sungodess Daybed by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Sungodess Daybed by Egg Designs
Dimensions: 198 L X 69 D X 45 H cm
Materials: Wire Mesh, African Mahogany, Linen & Leather Upholstery
Founded by South Africans and life partners...
Category
2010s South African Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Linen
$8,839 / item
Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Chicago, IL
Frank Lloyd Wright, stools from price tower, Bartlesville, Oklahoma
USA, 1956 original historic condition.
Upholstery, copper, leather
Measures: 18 W × ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$12,600 / set
Mushroom Ottoman in Goji Wool
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in "Goji" red wool fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural a...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
$375 / item
ORI Pouf tile velvet by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
ORI, which has a modern style that will easily adapt to your spaces, is a member of our puff family inspired by the magnificent world of insects.
ORI, which has attained its extraord...
Category
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Oak
$1,292 / item
DAISY Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Sand Cotton Velvet with Fringe
Located in Viseu, PT
Like a talisman for the home, DAISY velvet pouf radiates quiet luxury and natural beauty.
Upholstered in soft and opulent premium cotton velvet, its minimalist and organic form is co...
Category
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton
Leather Ottoman in Cobalt, Large — Talabartero Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The leather poufs and pillows in this collection are inspired by the equestrian heritage of Colombia’s coffee growing region. Talabartero translates as ‘master saddler’—and the colle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
'Falcon' Chair and Ottoman by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic grey leather 'Falcon' sling chair and ottoman by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, signed on both the chair frame and the ottoman. A more rare variation of the Falcon design...
Category
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
$4,350 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Berber Tribal Wool Accent Ottoman / Black & White
Located in thousand oaks, CA
Berber Tribal handwoven wool ottoman. Custom versatile hand-built accent ottoman perfectly upholstered in global hand-spun organic wool in black & white color-way. Fully cushioned so...
Category
2010s Indian Tribal Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Foam, Wood
Round Ottoman, Newly Upholstered in Designer Leopard Print Chenille
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Round ottoman 33-in diameter, newly upholstered in designer leopard print chenille, button-tufted on castors.
Category
Early 2000s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
One of a kind Colorful Mosaic Pouf Ottoman, France
By V.M.E
Located in Paris, FR
One of a kind Mosaic Ottoman pouf created using an original vintage small customised covered in fragments of ceramic, porcelain dishes , mirrors, glass, etc. All these different mate...
Category
2010s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass, Mirror, Polystyrene
Geometric Printed Velvet Pouf
Located in Greenwich, CT
Geometric printed velvet pout. Firm for seating or use as ottoman. Great as a pull-up chair.
Measurements:
Overall: 26”W x 26”D x 21”H
Price As Shown...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
$1,260 / item
Mohair Petite Moreno Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Petite Moreno ottoman features a round solid wood base with four cylindrical legs and an upholstered top. Available in American walnut or white oak.
The Lawson-Fenning Collect...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair, Oak
$1,310 / item
Pair of custom made Gueridon Ottomans, COM fabric, Made in USA.
Located in Stratford, CT
INTRODUCTION
Gueridon handmade ottomans are made to order to your liking and specifications. 100% made in USA.
Following the success of its ottomans, GUERIDON launched a full line of fully customizable ottomans, stools, benches, and day beds. All designs share the same 4 L shaped legs, signature of the Gueridon line.
We offer a wide range of customizations. Here is the idea.
Only you know what’s best to match your interior. Therefore, you provide us with your fabric (COM). Size, upholstery, wood staining? Your choice: we offer a wide range of options.
From the same original base with 4 thick L shaped legs, we can also build a stool, a bench, or a day bed.
HOW IT WORKS...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Italian Art Deco Ottomans in Walnut and Silk
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ottomans, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1930s/1940s
A magnificent and strong angular ottoman in walnut wood. Upholstered in a cream silk fabric with a subtle triangular pattern, a typical ...
Category
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Silk, Walnut
$2,200 / item
Knoll Barcelona Stools by Mies Van Der Rohe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Pair of Barcelona stools or ottomans, designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa 2000s. Retains Knoll tag underneath. They have been cleaned and a leather condit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
$4,250 / set
Chic Pair of Mid Century Modern Pillow Top Upholstered Ottomans
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super chic custom pair of square upholstered pillow top ottomans having a stylish combo of grey flannel bases with grey, blue and cream patterned tops. The sensual fabric reminds us...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Iconic Space Age Version Mr. Chair and Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Iconic space-age version of the Mr. Chair and matching ottoman by Plycraft. This molded ply lounge chair/ottoman is designed by George Mulhauser and made by Plycraft features stylish...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
$2,920 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Pillow Top Ottomans in Kelly Wearstler Fabric
Located in Dallas, TX
Enhance your living space with this great looking pair of pillow top ottomans newly upholstered in a Kelly Wearstler fabric. These pieces exemplify our commitment to high-quality mid...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar mid century lounge chair and ottoman
The lounge chair measures: 27 wide x 30 deep x 39 high, with a seat height of 17 inches and arm height of 23 inches
...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Moooi Amami Small Pouf in Blue Velvet Seat and Steel Legs, Lorenza Bozzoli
By Lorenza Bozzoli, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Amami poufs are simply irresistable and available in three sizes. Dressed in heart-warming velvet, softly floating on long sensuous fringes that decorat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Konekt Thing 4 Square Ottoman with Antique Brass, Horse Hair and Velvet
By Konekt
Located in New York, NY
The Square Thing 4 Ottoman features a hand-stitched top, a finished steel drum and horse hair.
Made to order with your choice of metal finish, horse hair color, and graded-in velvet. A variety of velvet colors are available, please inquire for velvet color options. COM/COL is also accepted, please inquire for pricing.
The Thing Ottomans...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Oversized Tufted Distressed Leather Ottoman/Coffee Table On Turned Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Oversized Tufted Distressed Leather Ottoman/Coffee table on Turned Legs
This vintage oversized tufted distressed leather ottoman ca...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Round 36" Ottoman in Heavy Linen Stripe
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Gio 36" Round Ottoman
Introducing the GIO Round Linen Ottoman, crafted from heavy weight linen in a natural color with a coco brown ticking stripe....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Linen, Wood
$1,390 / item
Mushroom Ottoman in Burnt Orange Warped Checkered Velvet
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a white and burnt orange warped checkerboard velvet fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfort...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Beautifull Finnish Ottomans/stool -1950
By Finnis & Co.
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
**Vintage Finnish Handmade Stool/Chair with Teak Legs – A Unique Interior Gem!**
This exquisite handcrafted Finnish stool/chair is a rare find. Featuring sturdy teak legs and an e...
Category
Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Modern Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Elegant Oak Upholstered Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful Oak ottoman with upholstered top and nail trim. Burgundy velvet fabric in perfect condition. Antique brass tone nail trim around perimeter where fabric meets wood. With the...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Oak, Velvet
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman with Wine Velvet, Silk Fringes La Folie
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
With voluptuous curves and perfect poise, the Mid-Century Modern inspired La Folie Pouf Ottoman exalts passion and fantasy as if you were in a burlesque show at Moulin Rouge. Let you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Silk, Velvet
Italian Art Deco pair of poufs in wood and cream velvet, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco pair of poufs in wood and cream velvet, 1930s
Pair of wooden poufs. The wooden structure is curved and rounded and makes up the supporting structure and two armrests...
Category
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Boho Swivel Ottoman After Thayer Coggin
Located in west palm beach, FL
Immerse your space in vibrant style with this captivating vintage swivel ottoman, a piece that beautifully merges bohemian exuberance with a nod to iconic mid-century design, "After ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
$1,160 Sale Price
20% Off
17th Century French Louis XIII Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous 17th century French Louis XIII walnut stool with barley twist legs and stretchers, and newly upholstered in a wool and linen bouclé. Perfect for tucking under a console table or nightstand, but also functions as a soft side table...
Category
17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
French Art Deco Ottoman Pouf Wood and Upholstery, Mid-century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pouf or ottoman, French Art Deco, circa 1930
The re-upholstery to suit your interior is offered and will be made by our upholsterer.
Measures: Diameter of the bass 21.6 in.
Shipping...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Vintage Circular Pouf Stool Ottoman Soft Pink Velvet 1930s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage circular pouf, stool or ottoman new upholstered and covered with soft pink velvet fabric 1930s Austria.
A stunning and elegant stool or pouf new upholstered and covered with feminine elegant soft pink velvet fabric. One decor button at the top and embellished with pink cords.
With 4 beech wood feet this wonderful pouf is stable and sturdy.
This stool works perfectly with Contemporary, Traditional as well as Art Deco or Modern environment.
We love this stool in particular for its soft curved shape and the elegant color tone. Throughout the texture and the color it flatters to any interior.
Consider install the stool in your living room, powder room or sleeping room...
Category
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
20th Century Ettore Sottsass Pair of Ottomans Mod Dado T29 for Poltronova, 1960s
Located in Turin, Turin
Ettore Sottsass grew up in Turin, and graduated in architecture from the Turin Polytechnic in 1939. In 1947, he founded his own studio in Milan. In 1956, Sottsass moved to New York where he began working in the studio of the designer George Nelson. Back in Italy, he began important collaborations with Poltronova (1957) and Olivetti (1958). From the late 60s to the 70s he collaborated with Superstudio and Archizoom Associati, as part of the Radical Architecture movement, until the founding of the Memphis group in 1981. Ettore Sottsass has been the recipient of numerous international awards and was the winner of the ADI Compasso d'Oro Award in 1959. His works are now exhibited in the permanent collections of many museums around the world.
Here we have a pair of wooden ottomans...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Tatone Light Blue Pouf by Denis Santachiara and Enrico Baleri
Located in Milan, IT
Made entirely of CFC-free, cold-processed polyurethane, the Tatone pouf has an internal rigid insert to maintain the structured shape without compromising ...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile
Pouf Pill L Contemporary Sculptural Pouf with Velvet and Fringes by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Pouf Pill L Contemporary Sculptural Pouf with Velvet and Fringes by Houtique
Dimensions: H 45 x 80 x 35 cm
Materials: Velvet upholstery and 30cm fringes
Pill Pouf L
Art-deco style p...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Black Chiquita Stool by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Chiquita black stool by Kenneth Cobonpue
Materials: Rattan, Polyurethane foam, steel.
Dimensions: Diameter 45 cm x height 46cm
Chiquita is a bundle of charms with its clever design and functionality. The Chiquita stool...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
$1,267 / item
Contemporary Gold-Toned Ceramic Stool by Hervé Langlais
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary Gold-Toned Ceramic Stool by Hervé Langlais.
Hervé Langlais is a graduate of the Normandy School of Architecture in Rouen. He collaborated with Paul Andreu for over fif...
Category
2010s French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Ceramic
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Dedar Jacquard 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 cut...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
21st Century Sand-Blue Outdoor Indoor Handmade Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. Two squares form the cushion which are than sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing. It e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Harry Bertoia for Knoll 'Bird' Ottoman in Welded Steel
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 'bird' ottoman, lacquered welded steel, United States, design 1952, later production
This Bird ottoman is a design by Harry Bertoia from 1952. Executed in b...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Lee Industries Leather Upholstered and Nail Studded Ottomans
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Lee Industries Leather Upholstered and Nail Studded Ottomans . Measures 16" in width, 16" in depth and 17.5" in height.
Category
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
$1,746 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Late 19th Century Hand Craved Walnut and Velvet Bench
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Classic hand carved walnut louis XV style dark gray blue velvet bench with nail head trim. The wood and finish in excellent condition with new fabric.
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Mushroom Ottoman in Muted Olive Warped Checkered Velvet
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a muted olive and a greenish off-white warped checkerboard velvet 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
Set of 2 Footstool Black Smoke Steel &Dark Brown Leather Modern Style Wanderlust
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Steel
French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Footstool or Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome French carved mahogany footstool or ottoman made in the neoclassical Louis XVI taste. The footstool features a square shape frame with gracefully curved concave sides. The c...
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass X Base Stool Ottoman
By Paul McCobb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Paul McCobb for Calvin mid century brass x base stool ottoman
Ottoman measures: 20 wide x 20 deep x 15.5 inches high.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
$1,920 Sale Price
20% Off
The Forsyth Large Ottoman in Sheepskin
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Soft and luxurious, the Forsyth Large Ottoman is designed to be a versatile piece in a room adding an element of natural texture. The perfect coffee table,...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
Modern Gentle Small Pouf in Green Fabric and Bronze Metal
Located in New York, NY
The Modern Gentle Small Pouf is a perfect blend of elegance and functionality. Its smooth, upholstered top is complemented by a quilted leather base with vertical stitching, creating...
Category
2010s Portuguese Other Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Leopard Velvet With Champagne Color Ostrich Feather Trim, Ostrich Fluff Ottoman
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This gorgeous Leopard velvet ottoman is a harmonious play on materials that results in sophisticated statement piece.
The ottoman is trimmed wi...
Category
2010s South African Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Feathers
BOMBS black boucle by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
BOMBS, which has a modern style that will easily adapt to your spaces, is a member of our puff family inspired by the magnificent world of insects.
BOMBS which has attained its extra...
Category
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Oak
$1,614 / item
Pair of Carved Rosewood Camel Benches Stools
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of carved rosewood Anglo-Indian camel benches foot stools.
Black and read tufted upholstery. Brass inlay pattern.
Category
20th Century Asian Anglo-Indian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
BOO Pouf Tile Velvet by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
BOO, which has a modern style that will easily adapt to your spaces, is a member of our puff family inspired by the magnificent world of insects.
BOO, which has attained its extraord...
Category
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Oak
$1,300 / item
1980s Postmodern Waterfall Blue Velvet Ottoman Bench
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer sleek, sculptural, and unmistakably 1980s vintage waterfall bench. Newly reupholstered in a rich blue velvet, it features a continuous arching form with...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Swivel Rocker Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Hickory House
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a
Petite Swivel rocker lounge chair & ottoman by Hickory House
...
Category
1960s Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton
$746 Sale Price
50% Off
The Forsyth Large Sheepskin Ottoman, Custom Sizes Available
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth signature collection. This is a versatile piece for any room adding natural texture and pattern. The perfect coffee table, ottoman, bench at the end of a bed, or ...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
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.