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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
French Futurist Stool Attributed to Pierre Chareau, 1910s
Located in Milano, IT
Futurist French stool attributed to designer Pierre Chareau from 1910. The stool is made of walnut wood with linear and clean shapes. The seat is covered with an orange fabric with g...
Category
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
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 Collec...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Custom made Ottomans with Walter Lee Culp, Hermes Style Fabric 2 Available
Located in Houston, TX
Custom made Ottomans with Walter Lee Culp, Hermes style fabric
Price is for 1
2 available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Laurameroni "Drapè" Custom Pouf in Hand-Pleated Leather or Velvet
Located in Monza, IT
Squared padded ottoman covered in a Cat. A Nubuck leather drapery. Metal base with RAL 7005 "mouse-gray" lacquering.
Finish:
Cat. A Nubuck leather 2...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Velvet
Franco Albini Style Stained Rattan, Reed & Willow Pouf/ Ottoman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Franco Albini Style Stained Rattan, Reed & Willow Pouf/ Ottoman
Italy, circa 1970s
A nice variation, beautiful warm earth one stain, with woven reed a...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Willow, Reed, Rattan
Traspade Pouf by Testatonda
By Testatonda
Located in Geneve, CH
Traspade pouf by Testatonda
Dimensions: D 60 x W 58 x H 38 cm.
Materials: stainless steel.
The Trespade collection is the repetition of dimensions, the intertwining of materials...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Wicker Hourglass Stool or Ottoman
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1970s
Cute little wicker stool or ottoman with an hourglass form. Great texture and accent for any space.
Condition notes: Age-appropriate wear and small breaks at the top.
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Category
1970s American Bohemian Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wicker
Art Deco Vintage Beech White Josef Frank Fabric Pouf or Stool 1930s Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pouf or stool beech white Josef Frank Fabric 1930s Vienna.
A stunning pouf or stool from beech and white fabric with lush pattern by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn wit...
Category
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
20th Century Ico Parisi Bench with Wooden Structure and Fabric Seating, Red 60s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Turin, Turin
Ico Parisi was born in Palermo, Italy, in 1916, but as early as 1925 with his family he moved to Como, where in 1936 he graduated as a building surveyor and served an apprenticeship ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
21st Century Asian Mocha Color Outdoor Indoor Handmade Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This beanbag is a cube shaped comfy seating solution. Kids love it and so do adults who prefer a more laid-back seating. It can be a part of your permanent living room layout or a ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Gueridon Ottoman Bench - Handcrafted Made to Order, COM Fabric - Made in USA.
Located in Stratford, CT
INTRODUCTION
Gueridon handmade ottoman benches are made to order to your liking and specifications. 100% made in USA.
Following the success of its ottomans, GUERIDON launched a fu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Stunning Custom Designed Round Ottoman with Solid Brass Base
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful round loveseat with upholstered top.
This beautiful loveseat can be used indoors or outdoors, it is perfect for homes with large living or fa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Chrome, Copper, Nickel
Ottoman with Hand-Knotted White Rope and Wool Yarn by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
Conceived as a beautified version of a Pacific Northwest crab trap, this ottoman/stool is not only an intricate piece of crafting handiwork, but also a comfo...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Copper, Steel
Walnut Ball Foot Bench with Leather Saddle Shaped Seat, Customizable
Located in Greenwich, CT
Modern, organic style bench with ball / sphere feet of solid walnut. Saddle shaped seat and upholstered with eight-way hand-tied springs and high density f...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Faux Leather, Foam, Maple, Walnut
Midcentury Danish Teak Leather Storage Side Table with Wheels or Ottoman Stool
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Striking midcentury Danish design storage stool or side table with wheels, multifunctional with a removable top offering useful storage and two additional drawers. One of the drawers has a solid plastic divided interior as sewing storage...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Plywood, Teak, Plastic
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Toadstool Ottoman
Located in Dallas, TX
Elevate your living space with a rare ottoman designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, commonly referred to as the "Toadstool." This exquisite piece is supported by bent wood legs unif...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Brush Brass Vanity Stool by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s Glamorous brush brass vanity stool by American renowned designer Charles Hollis Jones for Hudson Rissman.
Newly restored. It retains the original Hudson Rissman label and si...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Moooi Pooof Small Pouf in the Menagerie of Extinct Animals Velvet Upholstery
By Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Pooof is your perfect companion at home. Timeless, versatile, solid and soft. At first sight, the sturdiness of the firmly grounded Pooof would not let you imagine how flexible i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Sheep Floor Pillow by Studio Ahead - Shetland Brown
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep Floor Pillow designed by Studio Ahead in a collaboration with JG SWITZER.
Textured like stones smoothed by water the felted wool fabric is a mix of local fleeces and silk/wool blends. Fabric designed in collaboration JG SWITZER using a felted, appliqué technique.
No two pillows alike, as designs are created for each pillow in a random, organic order and milled in Sebastopol workshop. The wool fabric is local Climate Beneficial wool from California and Heritage breeds. This oversized floor cushion...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Felt
"Passione" Ottoman & Pouf with Bronze and Stainless Steel, Istanbul
Located in Istanbul, 34
"Passione" Ottoman & Pouf with Bronze and Stainless Steel, Istanbul.
Designed by Hasan Samet Bizimyer.
Design, Art, Innovation.
Bizimyer Furniture Presents.
Bizimyer Art / Design.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze, Metal, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Pouf Stool Franco Albini attr Italy, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A mid century modern vintage rattan pouf or stool, which was designed attributed to Franco Albini. Italy 1950s.
The rattan pouf is very stable, although it looks like lightweight. F...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Rattan
French Pouf / footrest / ottoman / side stool velvet - Louis 13 Period - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Pouf / footrest / ottoman / side stool. Its dimensions also allow it to be used as a side table.
The pouf is covered by Bargello Flame Stitch Patterned Fabric: This is a type of nee...
Category
Early 18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Milo Baughman Parsons Style Upholstered Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning midcentury Milo Baughman Parsons style upholstered ottoman. This gorgeous Hollywood Regency Parsons ottoman or bench has been professionally ...
Category
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé
Modern Sloped Bench w/ Bird Print, Green Velvet and Wool Boucle
Located in Greenwich, CT
Featuring a "drippy" bird motif printed on cotton, this bench has a sloped underside for tucking legs back while seated. Made with solid hard maple and upholstered with eight-way hand-tied springs and high density foam. Sides upholstered with spotted wool and back upholstered with racing car green...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Foam, Maple, Down
off White Pair of Outdoor Ottoman by Keller Scroll of Miami
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1960’s off white lacquered aluminum and vinyl strapping design by Keller Scroll of Miami.
Dining table and four chairs available also.
This a...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Aluminum, Other
BOO Pouf Ochre 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
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
DOOQ Organic Modern Blue Pouf Malibu in Rich Cotton Velvet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Lounge armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the golden age of midcentury design and organic architecture, it radiates thr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Silk, Velvet
French Country Mahogany Bobbin Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
A perfect blend of traditional elegance and modern comfort. This charming piece features a unique bobbin frame finished in straw wash finish, adding a touch of classic French country...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Country Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Jens Risom Ottoman in Light Blue Mohair, circa 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
Exquisite round walnut ottoman designed by the legendary Danish-American furniture designer, Jens Risom, circa 1960s. This remarkable piece has been meticulously restored to its orig...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Petite Paul Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Petite Paul ottoman features a round solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is des...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Modern Patio Furniture, Suelo Slatted Ottoman
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Contact us for designer/trade pricing.
This Modern Patio Furniture - Suelo Slatted Ottoman is beautifully constructed in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is s...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mahogany
Guldhoj Stool of Oak by Poul Hundevad
Located in San Francisco, CA
‘Guldhoj’ Stool of Oak, seat of stretched black leather. Made by Poul Hundevad, Vamdrup,
Model PH-43 (Non-Original Cushion of black leather included). Th...
Category
19th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Rare Berg & Eriksson 'Seagull' 9601 Chair with Ottoman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gösta Berg & Stenerik Eriksson for Fritz Hansen, 'Seagull' chair with ottoman model 9601, reupholstered analine leather, steel, chrome, Denmark, 1968
A rare armchair and ottoman by ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
3D Wool Pouf by Alfhild Külper
Located in New York, NY
"Sun Egg" is a sculptural upholstered floor pillow or pouf by Amsterdam-based Swedish artist Alfhild Külper in a pixelated combination of peach, chocolate brown, and lavender. The y...
Category
2010s Dutch Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Italian Green Leatherette Pouf with Brass Feet from 50s
Located in Catania, CT
Original vintage condition with trace of age and use for this Italian green leatherette pouf with brass feet. Produced in Italy during the 50s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Dark Olive Heavy Canvas and Blackened Steel Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the inheritance seating options, the ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement.
This large variation measures 3...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Late 19th C. Louis XV Style Giltwod Bench
Located in Southampton, NJ
Late 19th early 20th c. French Louis XV Style Giltwood bench with intricate hand carvings & warm patina to the all original gold leaf gil...
Category
Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Gold Leaf
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
Paul McCobb Directional Nº 314 Wingback Lounge Chair Ottoman Mid-Century Retro
By Paul McCobb
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Re-Upholstery required. Not usable as-is. Please ship directly to your Upholsterer, reupholstery is necessary. No woodworking necessary, the framing on chair and ottoman are tight, ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Birch
Wulff ATD2 & Pouf ATD3 in Sheepskin Moonlight & Walnut for & Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
Introducing Wulff, a lounge chair whose upholstered form pays tribute to the hand-crafted designs of the 1930's.
Wulff promises superior craftsmanship and outstanding comfort with luxuriantly soft upholstery that covers its seat and backrest. Intended as a lounge chair for the living room or bedroom, its architectural shape will add a stylish statement to any interior.
Pouf: Based on the signature aesthetics of the sculptural Wulff lounge chair, the Wulff pouf is handcrafted with solid walnut legs. Whether you use it as a footrest for the Wulff chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Walnut, Sheepskin
Soriana Pouf by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scarpa; Afra & Tobia Scarpa; Soriana; Cassina; Pouf; Ottoman; Red Fabric; 1970s; Mid-Century Modern; Italian Design; Italy;
Pair of red Soriana poufs des...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
Danish Mid-century Modern stool reupholstered in white and black sheep skin
Located in Berlin, DE
Danish Mid-century Modern stool reupholstered in white and black sheep skin
This ottoman/pouf/ stool was designed and manufactured in the 1950s in Den...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Hayworth Indoor/Outdoor Ottoman with Cushion, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Say hello to the Hayworth Ottoman. Designed to coordinate with other pieces from our Hayworth Outdoor Collection, this petite indoor-outdoor ottoman doubles as a footrest or extra seating. Created to embrace spirit of endless summer, it is shown here in our Carbon Canyon finish.
Designed with functionality in mind with a removable seat cushion, made of outdoor dry-fast foam. Base and legs are made of outdoor wood with slats for drainage. Shown here in our Carbon Canyon finish, it is also available in Golden, Bleached and Rincon finishes.
All of our outdoor upholstered pieces come standard with an ivory outdoor woven textile (not pictured here). They are also available as COM (customer’s own materials). Please specify your preference upon ordering.
Dimensions: 22.5" W × 18" D × 17” H
Seat Height : 17" H
COM Yardage: 3 yards solid
All of our pieces are benchmade in Los Angeles by local artisans. Current lead time: 16-22 weeks + transit time. Inquire about customizations, alternate materials & finishes, coordinating outdoor cover, and expedite options.
About this piece:
+ Fabric shown in images in COM. This piece comes standard with an ivory outdoor woven textile (which is not shown here). COM materials may be specified on any of our upholstery.
+ Fade & mildew resistant fabric is recommended for outdoor usage or in high humidity environments.
+ Please inquire about yardage requirements for patterned fabrics.
+ COM: LEAD TIME BEGINS WHEN FABRIC ARRIVES.
+ Covered or protected storage is advised. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures which may damage frame.
+ Available as shown in our Carbon Canyon finish, it is also available in Golden, Bleached and Rincon finishes.
+ Wood will naturally grey, fade or patina over time; exposure to the elements will expedite this inherent trait.
+ Optional cover can be purchased upon request.
+ Coordinating chair and sofa sold separately and not included in the listing price.
About August Abode...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Textile, Foam, Upholstery
Carlo De Carli for Cinova '915' Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo De Carli for Cinova, pair of '915' lounge chair with ottoman, chrome-plated steel, cognac leather, Italy, design 1969
Beautiful armchair and ottoman designed by Italian design...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Konekt Thing Ottoman Pill in Satin Black with Horse Hair and Velvet
By Konekt
Located in New York, NY
A larger version of our Thing stools, the Thing ottoman features a luxuriously upholstered top, accented with the warmth of brass and the coarseness of h...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Midcentury French Artisanal Oak Stool, 1950s, France
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
A beautifully French oak stool handmade in 1950s. The stool have nice crafted details such as the organic shaped seating. The solid oak shows an incredible patina in good original condition.
We found this unique object at an antique fair...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Oak
De Sede Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
De Sede patchwork leather ottoman in varying shades / patina of green
Priced individually
Multiple colors available.
*Sage ottoman with storage, not in stock
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Modern Spheric Ottoman in Barnum Boucle White Fabric by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
New NOOM furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and concise...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Fabric, Textile
Mid-Century Modern Blue Beech Vintage Folding Stool TS Roger Tallon 1970s France
By Roger Tallon
Located in Vienna, AT
The stool named TS was designed by Roger Tallon in France circa 1970.
Also this stool made of blue lacquered beechwood shows a foldable function.
The vintage condition is good with...
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Beech
Wooster Ottoman custom ottoman tufted wood base red pull tufted tight seat wood
Located in Ridgewood, NY
A poised piece, this simple yet energetic ottoman is another great balance of modern and traditional flair with a wide base to meet the proportions of the chair.
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Togo Ottoman
By Ligne Roset
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The timeless Togo collection designed in 1973 by Michel Ducaroy's for Ligne Roset features an ergonomic design with multiple density polyether foam construction and quilted covers, m...
Category
2010s French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Sheep Cube in Black & White by JG Switzer
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Felted wool fabric made in our workshop, each one one-of-a-kind from our painterly felted wool over a finely upholstered ottoman with wood legs...
Category
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Wonderful Pair of Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chairs plus Ottoman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of Adrian Pearsall sculptural walnut lounge chairs plus ottoman. This pair will need to be re-upholstered but frames are tight and stu...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Wicker Ottoman, Stool or Side Table
Located in London, GB
A vintage midcentury round wicker ottoman, stool or side table. A completely versatile piece that adds warmth and a handmade craftsmanship. This is one of three pieces.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wicker
Vintage Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Rare 70s lounge chair and ottoman. Fiberglass back and base with matching ottoman rai...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Composition
Bertu Outdoor Ottoman, Chile Outdoor Ottoman
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Patio Furniture - Chile ottoman is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The Chile collection's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable cushions. The wood frame is suitable for outdoor conditions and finished with a commercial grade exterior finish. Finish options include natural, grey-wash, dark walnut, and ebony (shown here in the walnut finish). The cushions are upholstered with a fast dry foam and mesh bottom for longevity in outdoor use. This specific wood species is for outdoor use; please contact for indoor options or customizations. Fabric is not included in the price of any outdoor piece. COM is required or can be sourced by us for an additional cost.
Designer Inspiration: "I am inspired by my love for travel. So many places that inspire me have very minimal furniture...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mahogany
Bertha Schaefer Long Bench for Singer and Sons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut bench by American designer Bertha Schaefer for Singer and Sons, c.1950s, USA. The bench features six sculptural curved support legs and has been newly reupholstered with tufte...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
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.