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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Louis XIII
Mushroom Ottoman in Chestnut Brown Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a chestnut brown colored curly boucle fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and White Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and white fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Teak, Wood

De Sede DS-80 Brown Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, Stool, DeSede Switzerland
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf in brown. The pouf is in very good condition with lovely patina.
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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Edward Wormley Ottoman for Dunbar
Located in San Francisco, CA
Edward Wormley design x-base ottoman for Dunbar Furniture. Timeless and classic design by Wormley offering additional seating for any arrangement. Newly refinished and upholstered in...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Versailles Ottomans in Tzalam Wood and Leather by Tana Karei
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
The Versailles is a very versatile piece that can be combined with various styles. The leather finish gives it a luxurious feel. The base in made our of solid Mexican wood.
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Ottoman in Powder Grey Mohair by Leon Rosen for Pace
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modern Ottoman was realized by the esteemed Leon Rosen for Pace in the United States circa 1970. It features an elegantly domed and convex seat with pe...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Mohair

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and Sea Blue Striped Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and sea blue striped fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Teak, Wood

Vintage Waterfall Pink Ottomans in the Style of Karl Springer, a Pair
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Pair of very trendy pink waterfall ottomans in very good vintage condition, this style can be seen in all home decor magazines, you can use these ottoma...
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1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and Charcoal Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and charcoal fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Teak, Wood

Kipp Stewart Directional Original Leather Stainless Steel Lounge Chair Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wow, original and buttery soft, off-white leather! On a polished and hefty stainless steel base. This super cool "Arc" lounge chair and ottoman, a complete and original matching set,...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Stainless Steel

Pair of Woodard Wrought Iron with Steel Mesh Ottomans
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of Woodard steel mesh over wrought iron ottomans. Part of the Woodard Sculpture series. Designed to work with the large Woodard lounge chairs as ottomans stools or side tables. ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Wrought Iron

Leather Rolling Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage foot stool in leather with rolling casters. Attractive stitching with middle button. Please confirm location NY or NJ.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Charles and Ray Eames Midcentury Cherry Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Countryside, IL
Charles and Ray Eames midcentury Cherry lounge chair and ottoman The chair measures: 32 wide x 34 deep x 32 high, with a seat height of 15 inches ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Cherry

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and Ash Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and ash fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Teak, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Organic Vintage Rattan Metal Stool, 1950s, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage stool from woven rattan and black metal feet designed and manufactured Vienna 1950s. A stunning and comfortable lightweight stool from woven rattan with four black lacquered metal feet with a slightly curved seat. This stool shows a wonderful appearance through its rattan and metal combination and could add such a textured accent into your home. The organic Material rattan embodies a kind of easygoing chic, which we particularly love and try to offer in our storefront. This rattan stool works very well with Rustic accessories as well as Japanese or Asian interiors...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Steel

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and Honey Yellow Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and honey yellow fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Teak, Wood

Midcentury Tabouret Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1950s.
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric,wood Original condition.
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Wood

20th Century Ico Parisi Bench with Wooden Structure and Fabric Seating, Red 60s
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 ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Wood

Erhardsen & Andersen, "Siesta" Chair with Ottoman, Black Leather, Lounge Chair
Located in Toledo, OH
Erhardsen and Andersen, "Siesta" chair with ottoman. 20th century. Black leather tufted armchair on chrome base with matching ottoman. Unlabeled...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Chrome

Long Gelderland Brown Leather Ottoman with Top Cushion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra wide Gelderland chocolate brown leather ottoman with a top cushion. In original condition with visible wear and scratching as well as a small tear on the bottom corner. Wear is...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Petite Orsini Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Petite Orsini Ottoman features a minimal metal base with decorative ball feet and an upholstered seat. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Steel

Mid century rattan stool by Jan Kalous for ÚLUV, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Czechoslovak rattan stool designed by Jan Kalous for ÚLUV in the 1960´s. Very simple and elegant design. In good Vintage condition, showing signs of age and using. Height: 31 cm ...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Set of Tree Stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian 1970s stools metal base and Vinyl seat upholstery.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

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

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Bouclé, Upholstery

Tara Meditation Ottoman in Tzalam Wood and Linen by Tana Karei
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Discover serenity with the Tara Meditation Stool – a truly unique piece crafted from the exquisite tzalam wood, paired seamlessly with linen upholster...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Linen, Hardwood

‘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...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

Saporiti Onda Lounge Chair and Ottoman Suede, Italy, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Saporiti Onda lounge chairs Suede, Italy, 1970. Original excellent condition. Ottomans measure 28.5" wide x 21" deep x 15.5" tall.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Chrome

Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Ottoman, Cassina, 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana A very beautiful ottoman of square shape with rounded corners. Covered with its original brown velvet in very good condition. On four castor feet....
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Velvet

De Sede Grande Pouf in Patinated Cognac Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede Grande Pouf in patinated cognac leather, Switzerland, 1970s This robust patinated De Sede grande pouf ensures ultimate comfort and building quality with its solid wooden ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Beech

Frances Elkins Footed Turkish Ottoman in Orange Silk Upholstery
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A super chic vintage Frances Elkins footed Turkish ottoman with a gorgeous orange silk upholstery top.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Silk, Upholstery, Wood

Mushroom Ottoman in Tan Warped Checkered Velvet
Located in Vallejo, 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. Please note: Color variations may occur due to different monitor settings. Colors shown on screen may be a close match, but please do not rely on them to be an exact match. Please feel free to send a message with your...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric

Vintage Brass Poufs by Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful pair of vintage brass poufs/ottomans designed by Marge Carson in the United States, circa 1970s. Each pouf features a brass base, and each...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

Astor Square Brass Ottoman in Emerald Velvet by Montage
Located in Wilton, CT
Designed by Montage, the Astor Square Ottoman is a wonderful addition to a refined interior space. This Ottoman's generous square proportions stand alone elegantly or accompanying a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Ottomans, Fully Refurbished, Yugoslavia, 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find two Mid-Century Modern Ottomans or Stools. The stools are fully refurbished and reupholstered in fuchsia polka dot velvet, inspired by the work of the J...
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1960s Serbian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

Post Modern Pair Kriess Upholstery Carved & Painted Wood Low Benches Ottomans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of benches are manufactured by luxury company Kreiss, who commissioned these as a part of their Kreiss Collection, meaning they were designed in-house. They feature a carve...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Wood

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Custom Walnut Bench for the Kandell Residence
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Likely one-of-kind walnut bench with notched faux-bois bamboo carved frame, from the master bedroom in the Penthouse apartment at the original Ritz Carlton on Manhattan's Park Ave. S...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Walnut

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...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Velvet, Walnut

Vintage 1980s Life-Size Sheep Sculpture Ottoman or Footstool by Joel Donahoe
Located in St. Louis, MO
This life-size sheep sculpture or ottoman, bench or footstool was designed by Joel Donahoe in Truckee, CA, in the 1980s and 90s. Known as the Lambkin benches, these were sold at desi...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Faux Fur, Fiberglass, Foam

Handsome Pair Milo Baughman Style 1960s Chrome Cylinder Stool Ottoman Midcentury
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish pair of Mio Baughman style chrome cylinder and faux leather stools/ ottomans. We love the fun buckled straps adding to their vintage charm. They measure 17" tall x 14.5" in d...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Chrome

Moreno Ottoman Square by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Moreno ottoman square features a solid wood base with four cylindrical legs and an upholstered top. Available in American walnut or white oak. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Celina Decorações Storage Ottoman
Located in Washington, DC
Beautiful vintage ottoman stool by Celina Decoracoes featuring rich Brazilian wood and clean sophisticated lines. Opens up to allow for storage a...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Wood

Rare Italian Bench by Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Italian bench by Giuseppe Rivadossi from the 1970s. The bench is made entirely of wood. Its construction is a perfect interlocking of noble woo...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Wood

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Modular Set for B&B Italia, 1971
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" modular set for B&B Italia, foam and faux-fur, Italy, 1971, set of five. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture:...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

Edward Wormley Toadstool for Dunbar
Located in Houston, TX
Edward Wormley Toadstool ottoman Dunbar. Stained oak, enameled steel, wool. USA 38 D x 15 H inches. Edward Wormley for Dunbar toadstool ottoman upholstered in wool.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wool, Wood

Pair of Channel Tufted Swivel Lounges with Rolling Ottomans, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of channel tufted swivel lounges with rolling ottomans, 1960. Original cotton velvet upholstery over plush cushions.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Velvet

Pair of Selig Hexagon Form Ottoman or Pouffe Original Leatherette on Walnut Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In the Mid-Century Modern style of Edward Wormley, or so many of the other greats from the 1960s design era, these hexagonal form benches, ottomans, stools, are time capsule gems! Co...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Faux Leather, Walnut

Vintage Oversized Shearling and Brass "Poufs" by Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage oversized brass “Poufs” designed by Marge Carson in the United States, circa 1980s. These poufs have a minimalist design where the cubic shape of their structure and the comfort of their use stand...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

Contemporary Pouf 'Studio' by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé 24
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary Pouf 'Studio' by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Measures: W. 48 cm / D. 47 cm / H. 47 cm / Seat Height 47 cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition Wide range of fabrics and colors CAT 1: Fame CAT 2: Barnum, Breeze Fusion, Savoy CAT 3: Fiord, Hallingdal, Savanna, Zero*, Steelcut Trio, Moss, Safire CAT 4: Baru CAT 5: Dunes, Spectrum/Noir Introducing Studio, the newest sofa landscape in the NORR11 collection - a tribute to a timeless era of the 1970s and its expressive aesthetics. Featuring a versatile but simple system of modules, appearing in limitless options to form numerous settings, shapes and styles to adhere to all types of environments. Whether for a small living setting or spacious public site. Studio is defined by its bold fluted upholstery characteristics inspired by late 1970s sofa styles...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Bouclé, Foam

Carlo De Carli for Cinova Pair of '915' Lounge Chairs with Ottoman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo De Carli for Cinova, pair of '915' lounge chairs with ottoman, chrome-plated steel, cognac leather, Italy, design 1969 Beautiful set of armchairs and ottoman designed by Ita...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Steel, Chrome

Vintage Leatherette Stool or Laundry Basket, 1980s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Vintage leatherette stool could also be used as a laundry basket. It was made in the 1980s in Czechoslovakia. The stool is upholstered in leatherette and has wooden legs. Overa...
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Faux Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Blue Beech Vintage Folding Stool TS Roger Tallon 1970s France
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...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Beech

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 ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

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....
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal, Iron

Ole Wanscher's Colonial Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood, 1950s
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

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Leather, Cane, Rosewood

De Sede Pouf in Bufalo Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede Pouf in Bufalo Leather, Switzerland, 1970s This De Sede pouf is made of buffalo leather and was produced in Switzerland in the 1970s. Its sturd...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Beech

Gio Ponti Set of Two Stools in Black Lacquered Wood and Fabric 1950s Italy
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of two stools with legs in black lacquered wood and seats upholstered in light blue fabric. Attribuited to Gio Ponti, Italian Manufacture 1950s Gio Ponti was an icon of the m...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Tato Collection Italian Pouf, Individually Sold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions: W16 H12 Flexible seating or footrest in ecological flexible polyurethane, CFC free, with internal anatomical rigid structure. There are two lateral slits to keep the e...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Ward Bennett Tufted Ottoman or Stool
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Ottoman or Stool, designed by Ward Bennett, American, circa 1960s. This piece is currently being reupholstered and can be completed in your fabric. Simply send us one yar...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

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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