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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Bailey Slip Covered Ottoman in Linen Ticking Stripe with Pleated Skirt
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Bailey Round Ottoman with Slip Cover Our Bailey ottoman is upholstered in a sophisticated heavy weight hemp fabric with X pattern stitching, this ottoman is versatil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Linen, Foam, Wood

Late 20th Century William and Mary Style Upholstered Footstool Ottoman
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful late 20th century walnut and Upholstered William and Mary style footstool or ottoman in very good vintage condition. Measures 19" in width, 19" in depth and 10" tall.
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Late 20th Century American William and Mary Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

Bailey Ottoman Slip Covered in Pleated Linen Cafe Noir
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Bailey Round Ottoman, with elegant white oak legs finished in a medium tone. Covered in a sophisticated heavy weight hemp this ottoman is versatile and stylish, feat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Linen, Oak

1970s De Sede Style Natural Leather Patchwork Ottoman, Dutch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Dutch Mid-Century square ottoman from the 1970s. This piece features a unique and luxurious design that brings the design employed by Swiss luxury leather furniture maker De...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Sparkle Pink Pouf with Gold Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted with a solid beechwood frame, this original pouf by Milanese designer Lorenza Bozzoli pouf showcases a powder pink velvet padded seat and a magnificent fringe of gold lurex. Part of the Sparkle Collection that pays homage to the roaring years of Charleston, this pouf will bring a glamorous touch to a bedroom vanity...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Ottoman pouf DROVA 4 Designer Upholstered Accent Seating for Bedroom
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman pouf Drova 4, a versatile and stylish addition to your living space. Handcrafted with precision in Ukraine, this cube pouf embodies the perfect fu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Punto e Virgola Caramel-colored Pouf by Morica Design
Located in Milan, IT
Distinguished by its Caramel-colored bouclé fabric, this elegant pouf offers a high-density foam seat for unparalleled comfort. The sumptuous texture of the bouclé upholstery not onl...
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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Textile, Wood

Treasure Pink Velvet Pouf by Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
The Treasure Collection by Lorenza Bozzoli Couture seems to be coming straight out of the roaring twenties Art Deco. Beautifully balanced, geometric, and symmetrical, it is enriched ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Round Ball Ottoman in Latte Zenith Leather by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Functionality combined with elegance, the Ball Ottoman is a versatile piece of furniture. Sculptural with its round shape and playfully engaging, this leather ottoman is commonly use...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Rare Guglielmo Ulrich italian pair of stools in cotton
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant Pair of Italian Poufs or Stools from the 1940s - Original Design Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich This exceptional pair of poufs (or stools) dates back to the 1940s and is att...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Decò Couture Geometric Orange and Bordeaux 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

Couture Geometric Riga Small Light-Blue & Red Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
Ideally for adding at once a pop of color and a seating spot wherever desired, this small ottoman stands out for the vibrancy of its tones and the refine...
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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Boucle
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...
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2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool

Yellow and Sea Foam Couture Geometric Bicolor Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Bright and sunny, this pouf from the Couture Geometric Collection features yellow velvet 100% trevira and sea foam viscose fringe, lending it a colorful and cozy appeal. Perfect for ...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Mint Couture Geometric Stripe Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
This neat pouf is entirely made in Italy and built with top-notch materials. Its top has comfortable synthetical padding and mint upholstering while, the base, is in painted beech wo...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Bailey Greige Slip Covered Ottoman in Linen with Pleated Skirt
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Bailey Round Ottoman with Slip Cover Our Bailey ottoman is upholstered in a sophisticated heavy weight hemp fabric with X pattern stitching, this ottoman is versatil...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Linen

Up to 3 Art Deco Jindrich Halabala Stool, Leaf Pattern, Pouf, Ottoman, 1930s
Located in Vienna, AT
Actually 3 poufs available! Up to three beautiful Art Deco tabouret or stools / foot stools from the 1930s. Designed by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody, former Czechoslovakia. Amazin...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, Wool, Oak, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Grand pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. Its curved, sculptural d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

HOLLYHOCKS Velvet Bottoman - Spring
Located in New York, NY
Reminiscent of the lush colour and luminous cheerfulness found in Gustav Klimt's paintings of flower gardens, HOLLYHOCKS was created especially for House of Hackney by American artis...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Mushroom Ottoman in Saffron Wool
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in "Saffron" yellow wool fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculpt...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Golden Teddy Bear Sheepskin
Located in Saint Louis, US
Relax and unwind in this beautifully comfortable original Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and ottoman set. The chair is accompanied by an ottoman of which both are fully reupholstered in hi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Black Shaggy Bean Bag Chair - Icelandic Sheepskin Australian Made
Located in Dural, AU
Imagine after a hard day’s work relaxing into a genuine sheepskin bean bag, the world’s most beautiful natural fibre. Sheepskin's qualities are und...
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2010s Australian Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Sheepskin

Large Custom Made Fine Tufted Leather Ottoman
Located in Leesburg, VA
Large Custom Made Fine Tufted Leather Ottoman Anonymous North America; 21st century or late 20th century Leather, wood, brass Approximate size: 17 (h) x 53 (w) x 53 (d) in. Domina...
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Early 2000s American Victorian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, Velvet, Oak, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Grand pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. Its curved, sculptural d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

"Romy" Upholstered Stool in Berbers / Bouclés by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Romy Upholstered Stool / Ottoman features a modern look with a flared pedestal base and a contoured seat for ultimate comfort. Perfect for layering into any space, it doubles as ...
Category

2010s Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bouclé

1940s Art Deco Tabouret, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
Category

1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Upholstery

Zebra Ottoman / Coffee Table, Large Square, Custom Made In USA, Two Zebra Hides
Located in New York, NY
Large zebra ottoman, measures: 42 inches by 42 inches and 14 inches high. Great as a coffee table or ottoman. Built in our NJ factory. Made of beautiful zebra hides from South Africa...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Campaign Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Zebra Hide

Orleans Ottoman, Tapiserrie XVII, West Haddon Hall Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our Orleans ottoman upholstered in Arjumand's World Tapisserie XVII Velvet, which references old Western European tapestries of another time. Artful seaming and pattern placement cre...
Category

2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silk, Oak

Green Couture Geometric Line Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Monochromatic chic with a splash of geometric fun, this pouf comes from a full range of styles in a rainbow of tones. On a painted beechwood base, the pouf is topped in plush velvet ...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Modern Pouf Ottoman Dedar Chenille Oak 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 beige Dedar chenille. Destined to beautify in any of i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chenille, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Calheta Pouf, Ottoman, Holly Hunt Fabric, Handmade Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Calheta Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in cream Holly Hunt fabric. De...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Bouclé, Chenille, Jacquard, Oak

Pair of Vintage Italian Silver Giltwood Benches or Ottomans
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning pair of vintage Italian silver giltwood or silver leaf benches or ottomans. This matching pair of x shaped silver gilt benches, stools or ottomans are good sized and usable for extra seating where needed. These gorgeous Italian silver gilt wood curule benches have been professionally upholstered in luxe velvet...
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Modern Flock Ottoman Pouf Round shaped in Polyester Baloo Boucle by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Ash

Shearling 'Strapontin' Stool by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shearling 'Strapontin' stool by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Warren Pouf, Velvet, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Warren Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Warren pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. It...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf

Hand Carved Oak Paw Feet Upholstered Lupa Ottoman by Martin & Brocket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Martin & Brockett Lupa Ottoman is named after Lupa, the she-wolf mother of Rome, and features three hand-carved oak feet. It is a whimsical seating option to float next to a cock...
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2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Konekt Thing 4 Stool with Antique Brass, Horse Hair and Merino Wool Velvet
Located in New York, NY
The Thing 4 features a luxuriously upholstered top, a brass-plated steel drum and horse hair. Refined yet wild, Konekt's signature Thing Stools are availab...
Category

2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Midcentury Gilt Iron Ottomans
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of midcentury gilt iron ottomans. This beautiful pair of gilt ottomans, benches or stools with a knot design were taken down to the frame a...
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1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Iron, Metal

Konekt Thing 4 Stool with Antique Nickel, Horse Hair and Velvet
Located in New York, NY
The Thing 4 features a luxuriously upholstered top, metal drum and horse hair. Refined yet wild, Konekt's signature Thing Stools are available in four diff...
Category

2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Bulé Green Pouf by Lorenzo Palmeri by My Home
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning, simple shape recalling a stylized mushroom, this gorgeous pouf will make a vivacious and original addition to both an eclectic and minimalist interior. The structure is f...
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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Konekt Thing 1 Stool in Polished Brass, Horsehair and Merino Wool Velvet
Located in New York, NY
The Thing stools are available in four different styles and feature hand-upholstered tops, solid brass rings and horse hair. Refined yet wild, Thing 1's un...
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2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Konekt Thing 4 Stool with Antique Brass, Horse Hair and Merino Wool Velvet
Located in New York, NY
The Thing 4 Stool features a luxuriously upholstered top, a brass-plated steel drum and horse hair. Refined yet wild, Konekt's signature Thing Stools are a...
Category

2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Custom Made Cube Style Rug Cocktail Ottoman
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made cube style ottoman. This can be remade and ordered to any size. The rug we are using is a new "vintage look" turkish flat weave style with nano technology. Meaning this c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Foam, Wood

Custom Made Cube Style Rug Cocktail Ottoman
Custom Made Cube Style Rug Cocktail Ottoman
$2,072 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Large square antique style ottoman centre footstool
Located in Stroud, GB
Coach-built ottoman stool covered in heavy green stripe fabric, Traditionally upholstered using only environmentally friendly natural products covered in heavy striped fabric with a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Sapele Wood

Danish Modern Teak Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Denmark, circa 1970
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful highback lounge chair with ottoman probably made around 1970 or early in that decade. It is Danish but we are unsure of the Designer and maker as it is unmarked. However, i...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Pair of Mid Century X Stretcher Ottomans or Footstools
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair of Mid Century ottomans a xwith travel related print in the fabric. X Stretcher in dark walnut. Nice and tight, fabric is good. In excellent vintage condition...
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1980s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Snow White Fur Ottoman, Mongolian Sheepskin Pouf
Located in Dural, AU
Imagine relaxing with this real fur ottoman! Whether styling a living room for seating or foot comfort or adding a little glam to a bedroom, this snow white Mongolian fur pouf will look and feel amazing in any interior setting. Each fur ottoman features the most luxurious and silky Mongolian sheepskin...
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2010s Australian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Sheepskin

Paul Geoffroy for Uginox stainless steel alcantara ottomans 1975
Located in Paris, IDF
This pair of stainless steel ottomans from the 1970s era was designed by Paul Geoffroy and manufactured by Uginox from 1972 to 1979, and it almost looks as though it hasn’t been touc...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Pouf Ottoman Dedar Filippo Uecher Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in beige Filippo Uecher jacqquard and brown Dedar alpaca ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak, Leather, Faux Leather, Walnut

Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Dagmar - Large Luupo Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in Sweden using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in 'Moonl...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Moroso PEBBLE RUBBLE by Front Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Imagine we find ourselves upon a massive, mysterious slab of stone. As if, in a time long before our own, someone gifted with superhuman strength lifted and positioned it, creating a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood

Moroso PEBBLE RUBBLE  by Front Design
Moroso PEBBLE RUBBLE  by Front Design
$15,327 Sale Price / item
15% Off
Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, Set/2 Pink Nubuck, Handmade in by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe The Grand pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. Its curved, sculptural design adds a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Brass

Michel Ducaroy 'Marsala' Ultra-Suede & Bronze Lucite 2 Lounge Chairs & Ottoman
Located in Miami, FL
We offer a pair of French Mid-Century Modern 'Marsala' lounge chairs with matching Ottoman by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. The chair features a curved bronze transparent Lucite ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Ultrasuede, Lucite

Radius Storage Ottoman-Pink, Round, Casters, Upholstered, Bedroom, Living room
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The Radius Storage Ottoman is a comfortable and versatile for sitting and storage. Great as a foot rest but sturdy and elegant enough to work as extra seating during major social fun...
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2010s American Other Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

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

Konekt Thing 3 Stool in Polished 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...
Category

2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Red Ottoman Pouf Drova by WOO - Modern Footstool for Design-Led Interiors
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 – Modular Design Meets Modern Functionality The Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 is a contemporary seating solution that effortlessly blends inn...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

TORUS Ottoman designed by Umberto Bellardi Ricci for Tacchini
Located in Carson, CA
Torus Designed by Umberto Bellardi Ricci In the Torus ottomans, industrial materials converse with soft upholstery to create an original piece of furniture that reinvents the concept...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

Custom Made Rug Cube Ottoman
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made cube style ottoman. This can be remade and ordered to any size. The rug we are using is a new "vintage look" turkish flat weave style with nano technology. Meaning this c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Cotton, Foam, Polystyrene, Wood

Custom Made Rug Cube Ottoman
Custom Made Rug Cube Ottoman
$1,672 Sale Price / item
20% Off

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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