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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Regency
Pair of Square Upholstered Cream & White Benches in Style of Billy Baldwin MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Square Upholstered Cream & White Benches in Style of Billy Baldwin MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Italian Round Ottoman Stool in Rattan and Bamboo, Franco Albini 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely mid-century round stool in bamboo, rattan and wicker. Franco Albini designed this piece in Italy during the 1960s.
This pouf is made in a gorgeous combination of curved bambo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Hexagonal Park Wood Ottoman with Mint Green Upholstered Cushion
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century American hexagonal wooden ottoman with raised edges, and a mint green upholstered cushion in a geometric pattern, standing on five-sided shaped legs.
Condition: Good; Mi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood, Paint
Patchwork leather Sqaure storage ottoman by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s.
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
Patchwork leather Sqaure storage ottoman by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s.
Patchwork leather Sqaure storage ottoman, designed by Swiss designer De Sede. This original soft leather pie...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
František Jirák for Tatra Nábytok Ottoman in Original Green Upholstery, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
František Jirák for Tatra Nábytok Ottoman in Original Green Upholstery, 1960s
This striking mid-century modern ottoman, designed by František Jirák for Tatra Nábytok in the 1960s, i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
1960's Mongolian Sheep Pouf Ottoman Sculptures pair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Offered is a pair of Mongolian sheep sculptures for use as pouf ottomans.
Most likely European origin, circa 1960's. Quality constructed for actual use as seating. Solid wooden bodie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fur, Wood
Moroccan Hand Tooled Brown Leather Pouf
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Moroccan handcrafted brown camel leather ottoman, with embroideries.Could be used a foot stool, or side table or ottoman.The Moroccan leather poufs are hand-tooled and embroidered wi...
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Silk Parsons Ottomans or Stools
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Silk Parson Ottomans or stools. Gingham silk upholstery covers the pair. very good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman, Cream Jacquard, Oak, 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 jacquard fabric. Destined to ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chenille, Oak, Leather, Bouclé, Jacquard
Jacques Charpentier for Maison Jansen pair of ottomans Dedar 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...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Mushroom Ottoman in Lagoon Birds
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a printed cotton abstract bird pattern. This fabric design consists of a beautiful play between negative and positive space in the ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Milo Baughman Style Pair of Parsons Ottomans Benches in Ivory Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of custom Milo Baughman style Parsons ottomans benches footstools newly upholstered in soft ivory bouclé. A great choice for adding a modern sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
DOOQ Organic Modern Beige 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
Pair of Round Beech Two Toned Ottomans / Stools
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Beech, Wool
Measurements: 17" wide x 17" deep x 16" tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Vintage Directional Mid Century Modern Tubular Aluminum Base Swivel Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Directional Mid Century Modern Tubular Aluminum Base Swivel Ottoman. Item features a vinyl cushion, aluminum star base, original...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Chic Pair of Mid Century Modern Pillow Top Upholstered Ottomans
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super chic custom pair of square upholstered pillow top ottomans having a stylish combo of grey flannel bases with grey, blue and cream patterned tops. The sensual fabric reminds us...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
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...
Category
1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Iron, Metal
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
20th Century Ettore Sottsass Pair of Ottomans Mod Dado T29 for Poltronova, 1960s
Located in Turin, Turin
Ettore Sottsass grew up in Turin, and graduated in architecture from the Turin Polytechnic in 1939. In 1947, he founded his own studio in Milan. In 1956, Sottsass moved to New York where he began working in the studio of the designer George Nelson. Back in Italy, he began important collaborations with Poltronova (1957) and Olivetti (1958). From the late 60s to the 70s he collaborated with Superstudio and Archizoom Associati, as part of the Radical Architecture movement, until the founding of the Memphis group in 1981. Ettore Sottsass has been the recipient of numerous international awards and was the winner of the ADI Compasso d'Oro Award in 1959. His works are now exhibited in the permanent collections of many museums around the world.
Here we have a pair of wooden ottomans...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Gubi Pouffe
By Gubi, Gubi Olsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The GUBI Pouf is a collection of unique poufs in two sizes that celebrates great functionality with comfort. It is designed by GUBI to be used as informal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Noboru Nakamura Vintage Poang Bentwood Brown Tufted Leather Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Noboru Nakamura Vintage Poang bentwood brown leather ottoman. Item features tufted brown leather cushion, bentwood frame, beautiful wood grain, clean modernist lines, great style and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mushroom Ottoman in Tan Warped Checkered Velvet
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a white and tan warped checkerboard velvet fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural accent piece.
Mushroom ottomans are made to order, customizations are not possible.
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Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Stools Beautiful Walnut and Maroon Velvet Ottomans and Poufs
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
19th or early 20th Century
Beautiful antique walnut and maroon velvet stools or footstools
They are in excellent condition, well cared for. no dirt or damage
They are two very simp...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
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.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60’s.
Covered with stunning and high quality wool fabric.
The ch...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé
Large Boucle Clad Ottoman in the Style of Kagan, Lucite Legs
Located in North Miami, FL
Simple and classic design for this square ottoman in fresh boucle fabric and on two lucite legs. Clean and perfect for any design and decor.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Lucite
Ico Parisi, Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Set in Rattan for Bonacina, 1956
By Ico Parisi, Bonacina
Located in Milan, IT
Ico Parisi, Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Set in Rattan for Bonacina, 1956
Designed in 1956 by Ico Parisi for the illustrious Bonacina company, renown...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Straw, Cane, Rattan
Nani Marquina & Marcos Catalán Set of 4 'Kilim' Poufs for Nanimarquina
By 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Light Gray Upholstered Walnut Floating Bench
By Jens Risom
Located in Queens, NY
Danish Mid-Century floating bench with a walnut stretcher base supporting a rectangular seat cushion upholstered in light gray woven fabric with button tufted detail. (JENS RISOM).
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Walnut, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Ignazio Gardella, Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Brass, Fabric, Gavina, Italy, 1957
Located in High Point, NC
An early and adjustable "Digamma" lounge chair with ottoman, features black fabric, metal, and brass feet, designed by Ignazio Gardella for Gavina, Italy 1957.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mushroom Ottoman in Sapphire Plush
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a sapphire colored high pile plush fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned se...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Franco Albini 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 14 pieces we have currently...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wicker
Franco Albini Italian Rattan Pouf / Ottoman
Located in Queens, NY
Italian mid-century rattan pouf / ottoman with an open design and rounded shape. (FRANCO ALBINI)
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Leather Patchwork Turtle Pouf, Switzerland 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very good vintage condition.
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Palladio Italy Baroque Style Rope and Tassel Gilt Iron Window Bench
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Baroque-style mid-century (circa 1950) Rope and Tassel window bench with a gilt iron frame and unattached burgundy and gold patterned seat cushion. (PALLADIO, ITALY)
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Iron
Gus Bakker Gb Lounge Chair for Karakter
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gus Bakker Gb Lounge Chair for Karakter
Dutch industrial designer Gijs Bakker had already established a reputation for his aluminum jewelry when he de...
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Vintage Ivory Skai and Gilt Metal Poufs by Pierluigi Colli, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
These poufs feature a golden metal frame and their original ivory skai upholstery by colli.
These are vintage pieces therefore they might show slight traces of ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Walnut and Fabric Pillow Top Ottomans by Michael Taylor
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1950’s pair of dark walnut and white pillow top fabric ottomans or benches by Michael Taylor.
Newly recovered with a white nubby fabric (see detail photos)...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Ingmar Relling Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning modern Ingmar Relling lounge chair and ottoman features a bent rosewood frame and tufted vintage leather. Unique design provides comfort without sacrificing style making it ...
Category
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Big Tulip Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and original big tulip lounge chair with Ottoman, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1965.
This 80's pivoting edition has a round metal foot.
The set ...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
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
ORI Pouf White Boucle by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
ORI, which has a modern style that will easily adapt to your spaces, is a member of our puff family inspired by the magnificent world of insects.
ORI, which has attained its extraord...
Category
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Oak
Pair of walnut ottomans with pull-out trays, Tony Paul BOC
By Tony Paul
Located in San Francisco, US
This pair of Tony Paul BOC ottomans offers the perfect combination of Mid-Century Modern design and practical functionality. Each ottoman features a solid walnut wood frame with clea...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Parsons Post Modern Milo Baughman Style Ottomans, Mid-20th Century
Located in Basel, BS
Incredible Navy blue velour fabric, great color and wonderful sculptural shape on these original vintage Parsons ottomans. Excellent vintage condition ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
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
Tufted Demilune Ottoman by Dunbar with Fluted Legs
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1950s
Beautiful demilune ottoman by Dunbar. The legs on this piece are really the star- they are shaped / sculpted and each ends in a golden tip....
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
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
20th Century Silver French Pair of Iron Benches Attributed to Jean-Michel Frank
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A silver, vintage Mid-Century Modern French pair of benches made of handcrafted painted iron attributed to Jean-Michel Frank, in good condition....
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Iron
Rare Roche Bobois “Mah Jong” Style Floor Pillowtop Ottoman Stools, Set of 2
By Roche Bobois
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
These extremely rare mid century and stylish original upholstered ottomans are packed with personality! Outstanding design is exhibited throughout.. Their beautiful and square shape ottomans feature a comfortable design. The pieces are so stunning and versatile. This beautiful pair of colorful and vibrant Roche Bobois Mah Jong style elements by Hans Hopfer are from the earlier years of the design in the 1970s.They are ideal as a pair of large floor cushions...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Textile, Upholstery, Wood
Ivan Schlechter, Ottoman, Mid-Century Scandinavian Danish Design 1960s
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful vintage mid-century Ivan Schlechter ottoman pouf from the 1960s.
Good condition.
Dimensions in cm ( H x D ) : 33 x 84
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Midcentury Tito Agnoli Rattan and Wicker Square Pouf Stool, Italy, 1970s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century square pouf fully made in curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This gorgeous French Riviera style pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli and made in Italy during the 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
BOMBS tile velvet 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
Headlands Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Headlands Ottoman features a sculptural solid wood frame and upholstered cushion. Available with the Headlands Lounge Chair.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handma...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern 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 in good condition. A completely versatile piece that adds warmth and a handmade craftsmanship. This is one of 14 pieces...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wicker
Woven Rush Ottoman by Mel Smilow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
Originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956 and officially reintroduced by his daughter Judy Smilow in 2013, the Woven Rush Ottoman is classically mid...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Walnut, Rush
Brown Leather Patchwork Bean Bag or Pouf, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Vienna, AT
Brown vintage leather patchwork bean bag, late mid-century.
Brown leather pouf or bean bag, very unique in its making and patina. The orig...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
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.