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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Konekt Thing 3 Stool in Satin Brass, Horse Hair and Merino Wool Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Konekt's signature thing stools are available in four different styles and feature upholstered velvet tops, solid brass rings and horse hair. Refined yet w...
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2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Cigar' Stool in Solid Oak with Green Cushion
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 'Cigar' ottoman, model 'GE240S', oak, fabric, Denmark, design 1955 Designed in 1955, this Cigar ottoman is a creation by Danish master Hans J. Wegner for ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Brown Leather Pouf with Sheepskin Shearling Foot Stool
Located in Dural, AU
What a great way to add a stylish addition to your living room comfort with this brown leather pouf. Featuring an Italian grained leather trimmed with Australian curly wool shearling...
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2010s Australian Industrial Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Sheepskin

Babà Soft 876 Brown Ottoman by Emilio Nanni
Located in Milan, IT
The Babà soft 876 ottoman, designed by Emilio Nanni, draws inspiration from the classic Neapolitan dessert with its full, generous volume and graceful lines that convey understated ...
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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Set of 7 Camaleonda Sittings Designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Set of modular armchairs and poufs in brown corduroy, mod. Camaleonda designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1970. The set consists of 7 elements: - 4 armchairs ( cm 71 H x ...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Tobia Scarpa Soriana Leather Ottoman for Cassina
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A saddle colored leather ottoman on rollers with tufted and stretched form having chromed metal banding to each end. An iconic piece of 1970's Italian design by Afra and Tobia Scarpa...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Antelope Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
This stunning pouf is a perfect accent piece for a rustic or modern interior that will be enriched by the presence of Antelope fur upholstery. The texture...
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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bronze

Antelope Pouf
Antelope Pouf
$7,671 / item
Vintage Ottoman Newly Upholstered in a Vintage Rich Red Handwoven Textile
Located in Pasadena, CA
We love this striking vintage ottoman with wood legs and brass casters. It has been newly upholstered in a rich red handwoven textile with navy ...
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20th Century Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Italian Gilt Rope & Tassel Ottoman Stool in Leopard Velvet
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Perch yourself up on a pedestal like Babe Paley did in this 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency gilded rope and tassel leopard ottoman stool. Famed interio...
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Giltwood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Lounge Set for Cassina, Champagne, 1969, Set of 3
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, pair of Lounge Chairs and pouf, Champagne Leather, Italy, 1969. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Moroccan Inlaid Stools
Located in Atlanta, GA
Moroccan inlaid stools, in the manner of Carlo Bugatti, Morocco, 20th century. We have two pairs available. They are priced at $1800 per pair.
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Stone

Large Edward Wormley Donut Ottoman for Dunbar
Located in Miami, FL
Original Edward Wormley Ottoman for Dunbar. Foam and fabric are new, springs are original. Expertly reupholstered. Original casters. Center cushion is removable.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

French Adjustable Chair and Ottoman
Located in Round Top, TX
Chair and ottoman with adjustable back and sides. Nice legs and mechanics.
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Early 1900s French Antique Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

A Large Luxurious Sheepskin Bean Bag, Made in Denmark, Filling Included
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Indulge in the epitome of relaxation with this exquisite sheepskin bean bag, meticulously crafted from premium New Zealand wool and handcrafted in D...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Sheepskin

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Stools/Poufs in Wood and Bouclé Fabric
Located in Argelato, BO
Pair of elegant Mid-Century Italian stools, in wood and Bouclé fabric
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Pouf Stool Franco Albini Italy, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Organic vintage rattan pouf or stool design attributed to Franco Albini. Italy 1950s. A charming rattan stool or foot stool in beautiful shape. Stable and sturdy...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Decò Couture Geometric Purple and Green Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
Each bespoke piece is stamped at the bottom of the lining of the pouf, signed, numbered and dated personally by the designer Lorenza Bozzoli. The original authenticity of each produc...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Midcentury Tito Agnoli Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful Tito Agnoli round pouf fully made in curved rattan and wicker. This gorgeous French Riviera style pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli and made in Italy during the 1970s. The ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Leather Ottoman in Cobalt, Large — Talabartero Collection
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Semo Stool and Footrest in Red & Purple
Located in Istanbul, TR
Semo Stool is a multifunctional pouf, storage and a foot rest for Semo Armchair. Semo resembles a soft baseball hand glove which offers great comfort and pleasure. It also has a feat...
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2010s Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Burl

Herman Miller Eames Ivory Leather Management Desk Chair with Pneumatic Lift
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful edition of the classic Eames office chair. Herman Miller edition Eames aluminum group Management chair in ivory leather. Features the pneumatic height lift adjustment which...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Milo Bean Ottoman, Shell/Creme Brulee Velvet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Milo Bean, you can sit on it, lean against it, and carry it. This fun, colorful, curvy design by Marie Burgos may be the ultimate in portable seating...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

21st Century Green-Sand Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Ottoman or Coffee Table with Real for Fur, 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
Ottoman or coffee table with real for fur! This tubular steel bench from the 1970s has been completely reupholstered and covered with very nice ge...
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Ottoman pouf DROVA 4 in White color by WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 – A Stylish and Functional Accent for Modern Interiors The Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 is a versatile and stylish addition to any living sp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood, Foam

Colorful Stripe Pouf/Ottoman with Vibrant Blue Faux Fur
Located in Greenwich, CT
Handmade pouf/ottoman covered in vibrant blue faux fur & colorful textured stripe fabric. Light-weight enough to move around as occasional seating withou...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Faux Fur, Fabric

Sheep Bench by Studio AHEAD
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep bench is designed by Studio Ahead. The bench is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep. Each side design is unique. Designed and fabricated...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Felt

Pouf in vimini di Tito Agnoli per Bonacina, 1960s, set di 2
Located in Quarrata, IT
Pouf in vimini, realizzati a mano, disegnati da Tito Agnoli per Bonacina negli anni ‘60.
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1960s Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Rush

Round G Plan Astro Ottoman in Afromosia #3
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: England Designer: Victor B. Wilkins Manufacturer: G Plan Era: 1966 Materials: Afromosia Measurements: 21" diameter x 18" tall
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Teak

Couture Geometric Wien Brown Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite Art Deco ottoman will add a vibrant accent to a sophisticated home. The top cushion is upholstered with a cognac-hued velvet cover, strikingly contrasting with the mul...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Stool Ottoman or Side Table, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing stool ottoman or side table in bamboo and rattan. Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Space Copenhagen Swoon Ottoman
Located in Berkeley, CA
Space Copenhagen swoon ottoman to supplement the swoon chair; creating a sophisticated lounge set that invites hours of comfort.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Low Round Ottomans / Footstools in Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A pair of elegant, modern, low, round ottomans. Handmade in England. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with solid oak feet. Priced and sold as a pair...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Alpaca, Oak

Vintage Waterfall Ottomans/ Stools by Thayer Coggin - A Pair
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Pair of upholstered waterfall ottomans/ stools/ petite benches by Thayer Coggin and likely designed by Milo Baughman. What makes these unique is the chrome stretcher which runs under...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bouclé

Pair of Karl Springer Style Poufs or Ottomans by Weiman in Floral Pattern
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of poufs or ottomans were made in the 1980s after the design was made iconic by Karl Springer. On a base of brass plated sheet metal over a wooden frame, this pair is uphol...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

"Var" Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The legs of this ottoman have a biomorphic design. Cast in bronze, the five whimsical legs are inspired by Turrid sea shells. We upholster it to order with your fabric or hide. Cust...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bronze

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Couture Geometric Decò Green Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Borrowing from the stylish elegance of Art Deco style, this exquisite ottoman is the epitome of retro-chic. The cylindrical silhouette is enlivened by dynamic velvet upholstery in de...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Trio of Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Stools or Benches in Hexagonal Form
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of three upholstered decorator benches circa 1960's. Could be used as ottomans as well. These feature a hexagonal form with a three leg design. Fabric is original and in need o...
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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

De Sede Light Tan Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant light-coloured tan leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina or varying hues of tan. Gorgeous accent piece. G...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Craft Associates Ottoman, Canadian Walnut Ottoman, Gold Mohair, Modern
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft Associates Ottoman, Canadian Walnut Ottoman, Gold Mohair, Modern This walnut Canadian ottoman is expertly crafted and upholstered and pictured with ...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

"Blocco" Black Mongolian Fur or Velvet Pouf Designed by Nanda Vigo for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Blocco" is a pouf, designed by Nanda Vigo and manufactured by Driade, with wooden frame and padding in polyurethane foam of varying density. Upholstery in black Mongolian fur or in Loira velvet. Indoor use only. DIMENSIONS: D. 19.2", W. 17.3", H. 22.8", Seat H. 14.1" The “Blocco” seat / pouf, designed with such purpose in 1970, has got now a fresh re-edition with the same function but with a more joyful spirit by offering colorful covers. Have a nice seat! Nanda Vigo said about "Blocco": "Many elements called “furniture” are needed that actually remain “fixed”, once set, to the well-being. I've always rejected the tendency to overload space; therefore I have always worked to the limit of need." NANDA VIGO, born in Milan in 1936, lives in East Africa and works in Milan. She showed an interest in art at a very early age, when she had the opportunity to spend time with Filippo de Pisis, a family friend, and to study the architecture of Giuseppe Terragni, in which she immediately noticed the subtle employment of natural light. She studied architecture at the Ecole Polytechnique in Lausanne, worked as an intern in San Francisco, then returned to Italy where she opened her own studio in Milan. The underlying characteristic of the work has always been the relationship between light and space, which she has developed in a series of “environments” that blend architecture and design. In 1959 she began to visit the studio of Lucio Fontana and got to know that artists who founded the Azimut Gallery in Milan: Piero Manzoni, Enrico Castellani and Vincenzo Agnetti. During that period, she developed relations with the artists of the Zero group in Germany, the Netherlands and France, as a result of which her work was shown in more than 400 solo and group exhibitions throughout Europe. Between 1964 and 1966 she participated in some thirteen Zero exhibitions, including “Nul 65” at the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, and “Zero: An Exhibition of European Experimental Art” at the Modern Art Gallery in Washington D.C.. She was the curator of the legendary exhibition “Zero avantgarde” in 1965 in Fontana’s studio in Milan, at which some 28 artists were represented. In 1964 she created Utopie with Lucio Fontana for the Triennale. Again at the Triennale, in 1973 she organized a performance at which architects and artists freely intervened: it's considered to have been the first happening at the event. In 1974 she received the New York Award for the Industrial Design for the Golden Gate lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fur, Velvet, Wood

21st Century Sand-Blue Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Wicker Rattan Ottoman in Red with Wooden Legs
Located in Lomita, CA
Red wicker and a new upholstered red cushion make this ottoman ready to go into service for seating or as a footstool. This vintage piece started life out in a neutral color and was...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wicker

SEGMENT Stool in Aluminum and Suede by Estudio Persona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of the Segment collection, the Segment Stool explores the idea of breaking down a singular form into multiple components. Each piece is designed to relate to one another, creati...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Partially Ebonized Storage Ottomans and Bookmatched Top Side Tables
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of Partially Ebonized Storage Ottomans and Walnut Bookmatched Top Side Tables. Cover flips for use as stools / ottomans or as beautifully bookmathed walnut top side tables. M...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Faux Leather, Wood, Paint

Art Deco Style Light Blue Square Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A versatile addition to chic living rooms and upscale lounges, this square pouf refinement. Crafted from soft light blue velvet with matching fringes, it features accents in grey lur...
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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Emerald Couture Geometric Tie Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Nearly monochromatic, this pouf in emerald, sea foam and grass green is accented with unabashedly pink stripes, inspired by neckties. On a beechwood base, the pouf is topped with velvet and accented with viscose fringe, its signature look. Pair the pouf with other pieces from the Couture Geometric...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Mushroom Pouf or Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Cute and comfortable Artifort Mushroom pouf or ottoman, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60's. This lovely Mushroom pouf is made in the 70's. The poof is completely restored with n...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Luupo ottoman in sheepskin by Dagmar
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The Luupo Ottoman offers a versatile and sophisticated seating option, available in two heights (low 40cm and heigh 45cm) and other finishes.
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech, Oak, Walnut

Morgan Ottoman Red Legs
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The sleek Morgan ottoman, accented with its tapered legs, strikes the perfect balance of utility and sophistication. It is the perfect complement to the Morgan chair.
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2010s American Other Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Napoleon III French Giltwood Twisted Rope Ottoman/Stool. Tan Mohair Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Napoleon III carved giltwood "Rope" stool or ottoman. Tan Mohair upholstery on wooden base carved into a knotted rope. Fournier style pouf with gold finish. Please see pics f...
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Ottomans and Poufs

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Mohair, Giltwood

21st Century Hamra Outdoor Indoor Handmade Square Floor Cushion
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The classic crochet granny square takes a contemporary twist in this large floor cushion. One large square forms the cushion which is then sewn together with bespoke outdoor webbing....
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Linde Freya Tangelder Soft Corners Poufs For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Linde Freya Tangelder Soft Corners Poufs For Cassina The first Cassina project by Dutch designer Linde Freya Tangelder focuses on functionality ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Pair of Art Dèco Italian Walnut and Velvet Armchairs and Two Ottomans, 1920s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian set from the 1920s composed of a pair of armchairs and two poufs. From the early Art Deco period of Northern Italy, upholstered in walnut and ivory velvet, the backs of the s...
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Purple and Orange Couture Geometric Bicolor Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Bold and regal, this pouf from the Couture Geometric Collection doubles as a coffee table. Upholstered in purple velvet 100% trevira and accented with rich orange viscose fringe, the...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Nani Marquina & Marcos Catalán Set of 4 'Kilim' Poufs for Nanimarquina
Located in Tilburg, NL
Nani Marquina & Marcos Catalán Set of 4 'Kilim' Poufs for Nanimarquina. New, current production. Set of 4. With the desire to transfer the experience and knowledge of the textile world to a three-dimensional element, nanimarquina adds the Kilim Poufs Collection to the brand’s catalogue. The architect and designer Marcos Catalán proposes a light, versatile, and user-friendly version of the classic home accessory that combines perfectly with the brand’s products. Aiming to transfer the warmth of the rug to other decorative elements has led to the creation of cylindrical poufs filled with flame-retardant padding inside a birch base, fully upholstered with geometric Kilims. Perfect to combine with block-coloured nanimarquina rugs...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool

The Forsyth Cloud Ottoman in Cowhide - Made To Order
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth signature collection. The Cloud Ottoman is so versatile. It can be used as a large coffee table - just put a big tray on it - and of ...
Category

2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Cowhide

Lilac Couture Geometric Stripe Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A long and classy pouf in a lilac color that has an array of fringes of different lengths and colors which appears as a sequence of colorful geometric shapes. The base is in painted beech wood and the top is comfortably padded and upholstered with lilac velvet...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

W.H. Gispen for Gispen, for Make Up Tabouret in Chrome and Black, circa 1930
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1930s Dutch Industrial Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

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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