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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Neoclassical
De Sede DS-80 Brown Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, Stool, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
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.
Category
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Gio Ponti Set of Two Stools in Black Lacquered Wood and Fabric 1950s Italy
By Gio Ponti
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...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and White Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Wood
MCM Heywood Wakefield Style Walnut Swivel Rocking Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Style Walnut Swivel Rocking Lounge Chair & Ottoman Newly Upholstered in "Black-Beauty" Button Tufted Italian Leather and Cowhide
Classic Mid-...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Walnut
Pair of Mid Century Stools, II
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman with ebonized mahogany, with an X stretcher form, boxed upholstered seat, and brass cap feet.
Dimensions: 24" W x 18" D x 18" H
Shown in Draper Perfo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and Sea Blue Striped Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Wood
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and Charcoal Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
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...
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
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 ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Brass Poufs by Marge Carson
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Midcentury Tabouret Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1950s.
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of fabric,wood
Original condition.
Category
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Long Gelderland Brown Leather Ottoman with Top Cushion
By Gelderland
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
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. ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wrought Iron
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...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Teak
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....
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Set of Tree Stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian 1970s stools
metal base and Vinyl seat upholstery.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman in Powder Grey Mohair by Leon Rosen for Pace
By Leon Rosen
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair
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
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and Ash Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Wood
Mies Van Der Rohe Style Barcelona Chromed Steel Red Vinyl Ottoman Footstool 1980
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Mies van der Rohe attributed steel X base Barcelona style ottoman in tufted rust red vinyl upholstery.
This Footstool is almost like the authentic Barcelona Serie...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
Oak Parquetry Upholstered Bench, Dark Oak
Located in Westwood, NJ
A dark oak parquetry upholstered bench with tapered legs. Crafted with rustic oak with an upholstered seat, this bench is the perfect addition to the foot of any bed or entryway.
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Pouf in Teak and Honey Yellow Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Wood
Post Modern Pair Kriess Upholstery Carved & Painted Wood Low Benches Ottomans
By Kreiss
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...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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
De Sede Grande Pouf in Patinated Cognac Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
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 ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Beech
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...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
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.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Foam
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
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 ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
Oak Parquetry Upholstered Bench, Light Oak
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Light oak parquetry upholstered bench with tapered legs. Crafted with rustic oak with an upholstered seat, this bench is the perfect addition to the foot of any bed or entryway.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Selig Hexagon Form Ottoman or Pouffe Original Leatherette on Walnut Legs
By Selig, Edward Wormley
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...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
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...
Category
1960s Serbian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
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:
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Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Classical Carved Mahogany Upholstered Foot Stool Ottoman
Located in Essex, MA
A Classical carved mahogany footstool, or ottoman, the top newly upholstered in leopard print velvet fabric over scrolled supports joined by a vase and ring-turned stretcher, Boston, circa 1820. Beautifully made and very solid, this stool may serve as additional occasional seating...
Category
1820s American Neoclassical Antique Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Wood
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...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
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...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather, 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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage McGuire Rattan and Wicker Umbria Lounge Chair with Ottoman, 2 Piece Set
By McGuire
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage McGuire Rattan and Wicker Umbria Lounge Chair with Ottoman Newly Upholstered in Plush Zebra Velvet - 2 Piece Set
Rare, vintage organic modern rattan and wicker oversized...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wicker
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:...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Franco Albini Italian Rattan Pouf / Ottoman
Located in New York, 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
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Curved Black Leather and Wood Ottomans
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century ottomans with curved black leather cushions supported by a circular wooden base. (MILO BAUGHMAN FOR THAYER COGGIN)(PRICED AS PAIR)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Leather
Pierre Guariche Pair of Minotaur Stools, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Minotaur stools in leather with black enameled steel bases.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Oversized Shearling and Brass "Poufs" by Marge Carson
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...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Saporiti Onda Lounge Chair and Ottoman Suede, Italy, 1970
By Saporiti
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.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Italian Modern Triangular Black Upholstered Footstool
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Italian Modern triangular footstool, upholstered in plush black velour, standing on 3 legs with brass casters. (manner of GIO PONTI)(Available in orange: REG4086 as a PAIR)
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ole Wanscher's Colonial Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood, 1950s
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a rare and in exceptional condition Ole Wanscher's Colonial Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood, with original black leather cushions as well as a new set of new Maharam Sorghum brown cushions. Poul Jeppesen in Denmark c1950s and distributed by Illums Bolighus with solid rosewood for the frame, cane seating under black leather cushion seating.
Perhaps the most famous design by Ole Wanscher, the Colonial Chair PJ 149 is inspired by 17th century English furniture...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Cane, Rosewood
De Sede Pouf in Bufalo Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Beech
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
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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