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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Arts and Crafts
‘Djinn’ Easy Chairs and Ottoman by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
'Djinn' easy chair and ottoman by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne International, France, 1964-1965. Made of a tubular steel frame with rubber singles, foam and woolen fabric. The set is after fully renovation with the original specifications with use of the highest quality foam and rubber. It is again upholstered in a luxurious woolen "plush" fabric from Belgium. The chair stands on stainless steel slides to protect the chair and fabric. In excellent condition.
Both are original pieces from the 1960s. This set is the same as the red chairs used in the movie "2001: A Space Odyssey" by Stanley Kubrick. Those pieces are a part of Center de Pompidou and the New York's MoMA collection.
This epic set of modernism from the Mid-20th Century is as beautiful as it is comfortable and will surely become a delightful piece of furniture in your home.
Condition:
This “Djinn” set is in perfect condition, after fully renovation process, has new stripes, foam and was reupholstered in luxurious woolen fabric from Belgium.
Chair dimensions:
Width 70 cm / 27.56 in.
Depth 76.2 cm / 30 in.
Height
Seat Height 67 cm / 26.37 in.
39.37 cm / 15.5 in.
Ottoman dimensions:
Width 72 cm / 28.34 in.
Depth 58 / 22.83 in.
Height 40 cm / 15.74 in.
About the Designer:
Olivier Mourgue (French, born 1939) is a French artist and industrial designer. Best known for his design of the Djinn line of furniture, Mourgue's aesthetic is characterized by brightly colored jersey fabric stretched over structural steel frames that are filled with polyether foam, creating a unified, futuristic, alien-like modular form. Born in Paris, France in 1939, he began his career with an innovative design for a chaise lounge in 1964, after which he expanded his original furniture line to include loveseats, stools, and anthropomorphic chairs. Despite also producing paintings and drawings, his career was ultimately dedicated to industrial design, and provided a quintessential aesthetic of 1960s Modernist furniture...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
c. 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottoman by Hugo Frandsen for Spottrup
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1960s Danish mid century modern ottoman by Hugo Frandsen for Spottrup. Labeled/branded. Teak. Apparently original fabric with light wear & a few spots from use as a coffee tabl...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Teak
Mushroom Ottoman in Fuchsia Wool
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in "Fuchsia" pink wool fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Pair Italian Gio Ponti Style Ottomans
By Gio Ponti
Located in Houston, TX
Pair 1960s Italian Gio Ponti style ottomans with brass legs and blue boucle upholstery.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
'Kilim 3' Pouf by Nani Marquina and Marcos Catalán for Nanimarquina
Located in Glendale, CA
'Kilim 3' Pouf by Nani Marquina and Marcos Catalán for Nanimarquina.
Executed in 100% hand-spun Afghan wool with a birch base and flame-retardant filling, this decorative accessor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Birch
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
Up to Six Charming Zigzag Midcentury Stools, Pouf, Ottoman, Footstool, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to six charming midcentury stools or tabourets from the 1950s. Round shape with four brown wooden legs, reupholstered with a beautiful zigzag Missoni-style fabric. In excellent co...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Original Midcentury Pouf by Charles Allen
By Charles W. Allen
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Original midcentury pouf by Charles Allen for Regil de Yucatan in 1950 in mahogany wood.
Category
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mahogany
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
BOO Pouf White Boucle 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
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 black 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
Ole Wanscher's Colonial Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood, 1950s
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a rare and in exceptional condition Ole Wanscher's Colonial Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood, with original black leather cushions as well as a new set of new Maharam Sorghum brown cushions. Poul Jeppesen in Denmark c1950s and distributed by Illums Bolighus with solid rosewood for the frame, cane seating under black leather cushion seating.
Perhaps the most famous design by Ole Wanscher, the Colonial Chair PJ 149 is inspired by 17th century English furniture...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Cane, Rosewood
De Sede Multicolored Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous multicolored leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina of varying degrees of red, green, brown, tan, blue an...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Gina Upholstered Checkered Stool with Brass Back
Located in Istanbul, TR
“Gina” is a mini celestial throne. Matte brass back is combined with the nostalgic black and white checker fabric throughout the stool. Contrasting colors and forms of “Gina” creates a soft and tough feeling at the same time. It can be used in various environments from a dinner table to a vanity pouf...
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Face Pouf Salmon pink by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
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A pouf is a contemporary and versatile piece of furniture that combines aesthetics and practica...
Category
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Oak
Mushroom Ottoman in Ivory Melange Wool
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in "Ivory Melange" wool fabric. This melange fabric has beautiful variation within the fibers, please see close up pictures. Perfect f...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
De Sede Style Round Black Patchwork Leather Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black De Sede style patchwork leather ottoman. A round, plush light weight ottoman in original condition with wear consistent with its age and use. Other similar ottomans also availa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman, Burnt Orange, 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
Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass and Sheepskin Small Stool, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Small brass stool designed by Gio Ponti in the 1950s. Polished and upholstered in goatskin.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Ottomans circa 1979 Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Barcelona Stools or Ottomans, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa 1979. Signed with Knoll labels underneath. Please note they have some cat scratches...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Modern Cocktail Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
A harmonious blend of luxury and timeless design. Featuring a button tufted top crafted from premium Cappuccino White top-grain leather, it offers both comfort and style. The elegant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
De Sede DS-80 Ocean Blue Patchwork Leather Stool, Ottoman, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf in ocean blue leather. The pouf is in very good condition.
Category
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Italian Mid-Century Modern, Stained Wood, Camel Mohair, Ottomans, Italy, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern, Stained Wood, Camel Mohair, Footstools or Ottomans, Italy, 1960s
Pair of rectangular ottomans or footstools designed and produced in Italy circa 1960s. E...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair
Contemporary, Danish Mid-Century Modern Style, Small Benches, Shearling, Maple
Located in Manhasset, NY
Contemporary, Danish Mid-Century Modern Style, Sheepskin Benches, Small Benches or Ottomans, Beige Shearling, Maple
This pair of Danish modern style ottomans or benches exemplifies ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Maple
Patinated Wrought Iron Ottoman by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Patinated wrought iron outdoor ottoman designed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. Wonderful verdigris green original finish.
16 or 17 in. seat height with 2 or 3 in. thick cus...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman, Holly Hunt Cream Fabric, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe
A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in cream Holly Hunt fabric. Destined t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Bouclé, Chenille, Jacquard, Oak
Jacques Charpentier for Maison Jansen pair of ottomans Missoni upholstery 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful pair of ottomans or stools by French Designer Jacques Charpentier for Maison Jansen designed in the 1970s. The stools ottomans are made of two large cushion elements connec...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
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...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort in the 60s.
This very comfortable and cosy set is just covered with beautiful and the highest quality ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Tub Chair Available in COM
Located in Oakland, CA
Swivel Tub lounge chair and ottoman designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in 1965 available in COM.
Includes one, 24" and one 18" pillow. Ottoman measures: W 36, D 24, H 14 in.
Licensed original design.
Requires 20 yards of fabric...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Dimitri Omersa Leather Pig Footstool for Abercrombie and Fitch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Adorable Abercrombie and Fitch leather pig footstool by Dimitri Omersa, manufactured in England, circa 1960s. This footstool showcases the high-q...
Category
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Modern Pouf Ottoman Dedar Chenille Wool Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe
A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in light beige Dedar chenille and beige Dedar Wool fabric...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chenille, Wool, Wood
Pair of Heavy Thick Solid Chestnut Legs Rope Seats Benches Stools Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of heavy thick solid chestnut legs rope seats benches stools mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Twine, Chestnut
BOMBS white 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
MCM Ottoman Footstool
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page.
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
MCM Upholstered...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton
Modern Pouf Ottoman Velvet Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe
A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in pearl velvet and linen fabrics. Des...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Velvet
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Pouf Stool Mod. Cylinder, Italy 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
Pouf Cilindro mod. stool by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1960s (designed in 1963). Brass base and fabric seat.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid Century Stools, II
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman with ebonized mahogany, with an X stretcher form, boxed upholstered seat, and brass cap feet.
Dimensions: 24" W x 18" D x 18" H
Shown in Draper Performan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
1970s Milo Baughman Jack Larsen Velvet Ottoman Coffee Table, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare Baughman/Larsen velvet and chrome base ottomans or coffee table set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhib...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
Andre Dupre Bauhaus Pouf Stool Chromed Steel and Black Rubber, Knoll 1950s
By Andre Dupre, Knoll
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century stool in chromed tubular steel and black knotted rubber cord. This stylish object was designed by Andre Dupre and produced by Knoll du...
Category
Mid-20th Century Central American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Benetton’ Stool in Leather and Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Benetton Office, folding stool or ottoman, leather, steel, Italy, 1985.
This stool is designed for the office of the clothing brand Benetton by Afra & Tobia ...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Mushroom Ottoman in Mist Boucle
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped stool, upholstered in "Mist" curly boucle fabric. Mist is a muted tone composed of a blend of gray-blue-green tones, leaning more towards one of these colo...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
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
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, ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
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
Modern Pouf Ottoman Holly Hunt Bouclé Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe
A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in Holly Hunt white bouclé fabric. Destined to beautify i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Oak, Bouclé, Leather, Fabric, Walnut
'Falcon' Easy Chair & Ottoman by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic leather 'Falcon' sling chair and ottoman by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, signed on both the chair frame and the ottoman, suspended in air, and harnessed by four sculptu...
Category
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Lead Time: Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to restore a vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling.
"Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Wom...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin
Brown Leather Patina Patchwork Bean Bag or Pouf, Attr. De Sede 1970
By De Sede
Located in Vienna, AT
Brown vintage leather patchwork bean bag.
We have 2 pieces available, this one and a slightly larger one (see pictures)
Brown leather bean bag or pouf, very unique in its makin...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
De Sede Navy Blue Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning navy blue leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful light patina. Gorgeous accent piece....
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Face Pouf Off-White by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
A pouf is a contemporary and versatile piece of furniture that combines aesthetics and practicality. With its durable material structure, soft textured fabric, and modern lines, it a...
Category
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Oak
Vintage Wooden Stool with Faux Leather Croc-Embossed Cushion
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Features a rich brown wood frame with clean lines and tapered legs. The cushioned seat is fully removable, revealing a hidden storage compartment—perfect for keeping small essentials...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Vintage Rosewood Charles Eames 670 Lounge Chair & 671 Ottoman for Herman Miller
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A very clean example of a vintage modern icon. Charles Eames 670 & 671 Lounge chair and an ottoman produced by Herman Miller. Beautiful striations in...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Rodolfo Dordoni ''Sail Out' Outside Ottoman, Teak and Fabric by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Ottoman designed by Rodolfo Dordoni in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Round pouf from Sail Out Outdoor collection, in two sizes, consisting of segments that converge towa...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Antique X-Form Stools Reinterpreted in Lacquer
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine diminutive footstool pair of neoclassical style footstools in custom lacquer and upholstery. Curved X forms with roundels in the centers and turned side stretchers. In custom pa...
Category
19th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Walnut
Pr. Franco Albini Bamboo Reed Stools Ottoman Tables
Located in New York, NY
Pair of bamboo, willow reed ottomans, stools, tables. designed by Franco Albini. Interestingly, the original owner had glass tops custom made, to use these as end, or side tables, th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bamboo, Glass
Mushroom Ottoman in Persimmon Boucle
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a red-orange colored curly boucle fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned sea...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Leather Reclining Chair & Ottoman by Thomasville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish modern design adjustable recliner chair with ottoman by Thomasville. the ottoman is 20x20x19.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood, Plywood
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.