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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Georgian
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
‘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...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
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
Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large diamond chrome chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952.
The chair and ottoman have the original red fabric cover. Harry Bertoia’s wire chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
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
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
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
Palladio Italy Baroque Style Rope and Tassel Gilt Iron Vanity Stool
Located in New York, NY
Italian Baroque-style mid-century (circa 1950) Rope and Tassel vanity stool with a gilt iron frame and unattached purple pink and green plaid seat cushion. (Palladio, Italy).
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
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
French Mid-Century Modern Ottoman or Bench Attributed To Pierre Paulin
Located in Houston, TX
French Mid-Century Modern Ottoman Or Bench Attributed To Pierre Paulin.
Unusual French modern ottoman, pouf, stool or bench with a walnut base u...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Danish Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern lounge chair and ottoman feature sculpted teak frames. A lovely Danish design that ensures comfort without sacrificing style in and seating arrangement....
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Long Hair Sheep Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful ottoman, stool or sculpture in the style of famous French sheep. The sculpture is covered in real long hair fur, real horn or antlers and a hide covered face. The hoof feet are black painted wood. A stunning conversation piece that works as a sculpture or is easily used as an ottoman, or pull-up stool. The piece is wonderful and with its unique qualities makes it a compliment to any space, and also works beautifully in a Childs room or Baby nursery.
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Antler, Horn, Fur, Sheepskin
Kagan for Directional Midcentury Lounge Chairs with Ottoman, Pair
By Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Directional midcentury lounge chairs with ottoman - pair
Each chair measures: 35.25 wide x 35.25 deep x 28....
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
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
"Tremme" Ottoman by Børge Mogensen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Denton, TX
"Tremme" Ottoman by Børge Mogensen for Fritz Hansen. New foam and Teddy faux fur upholstery.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Canvas
Dooq Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman with Dijon Velvet, Silk Fringes La Folie
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
With voluptuous curves and perfect poise, the Mid-Century Modern inspired La Folie Pouf Ottoman exalts passion and fantasy as if you were in a burlesque show at Moulin Rouge. Let you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Silk, Velvet
Jacques Charpentier Pair of Ottomans Stools Velvet Maison Jansen, 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 poufs are made of two large cushion elements connected...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
1960s Uno & Östen Kristiansson Stool for Luxus
Located in Madrid, ES
Stool in Rosewood and canvas with leather buttons designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus in an excellent refinished condition. Sweden, 1960s.
Uno y Östen Kristiansson broth...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Ward Bennett Tufted Ottoman or Stool
By Ward Bennett
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Midcentury Italian Modern Triangular Orange Upholstered Footstools
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of midcentury Italian Modern triangular footstools, upholstered in plush orange velour, standing on 3 legs with brass casters. (manner of Gio Ponti) (PRICED AS PAIR)(Available i...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Metal
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
“Miel” Model, Mushroom, Available for Custom Orders
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W23 D23 H16
Handcrafted in house our new Miel Mushroom features a heavy solid honey colored wood base. Item is custom made to your specifications, fabric and dimensions can all be...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
Edward Wormley Model 5701 Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Located in Highland, IN
This spectacular design by Ed Wormley from his Janus collection for Dunbar, the model 5701 lounge chair and ottoman is a generous chair with a relaxing, deep seat and sumptuous cushi...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mahogany, Upholstery
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
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 Mid-Century Modern Turquoise Triangular Shaped Ottoman Bench
Located in North York, ON
Vintage Mid-Century Modern turquoise triangular shaped ottoman bench. All original, USA, circa 1970's. Distressed aged turquoise vinyl with tufted design. Completed with sleek walnut...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
De Sede Grande Pouf in Bufalo Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede grande pouf in bufalo leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
This robust De Sede grande pouf ensures ultimate comfort and building quality with its solid wooden frame and thick hand...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Jean Raymond Picard Green Stool in French Resin
Located in Milano, IT
Tripod "tabouret" stool by Jean Raymond Picard, also the author of the first French green fiberglass chair of the 1950s. Both are known to have...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Iron
Paul McCobb for Directional Rectangular Blue Leather and Walnut Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century rectangular ottoman with a blue leather upholstered seat resting on a walnut frame with tapered legs. (Paul Mccobb for Directional).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Leather, Walnut, Upholstery
Contemporary Pouf 'Studio' by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé 1
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 modu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Foam
De Sede Midcentury Swiss Metal & Black Leather Upholstered Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Swiss (1970s) metal ottoman with an incurved, contoured seat upholstered in black leather, supported by a star shaped, stationary base with small adjustable circular feet....
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Leather Ottoman in Solid Cobalt, Large, Talabartero Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The leather poufs and pillows in this collection are inspired by the equestrian heritage of Colombia’s coffee growing region. Talabartero translates as ‘master saddler’, and the coll...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Leather Ottoman in Camel, Large, Talabartero Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The leather poufs and pillows in this collection are inspired by the equestrian heritage of Colombia’s coffee growing region. Talabartero translates as ‘master saddler’, and the coll...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Paul McCobb for Directional Lounge Chairs and Ottoman, C. 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Westport, CT
A lounge chair and ottoman designed by the Iconic Paul McCobb for Directional, maple legs fully restored and refinished in medium walnut. Reupholstered in grey chenille.
Other d...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chenille, Maple
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Saddle Ottoman in Velvet
Located in Wilton, CT
The saddle ottoman was designed in 1965 by leading modern furniture designer Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. This ottoman is modern and unique, with a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Mid century rattan stool by Jan Kalous for ÚLUV, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia
By Úľuv
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
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Jean Raymond Picard Red Stool in French Resin
Located in Milano, IT
Tripod "tabouret" stool by Jean Raymond Picard, also the author of the first French red fiberglass chair of the 1950s. Both are known to have been ...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Iron
Black Faux Leather Ottoman, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice ottoman or foot stool. Aluminum star shaped revolving feet comes
with a brand new Black faux Leather upholstery. 1960s, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Aluminum
Walnut Caned Back and Burgundy Velour Upholstered Entry Bench
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century entry bench with a rectangular walnut frame with caned back and sides, with an upholstered seat cushion in a deep burgundy velour upholstery with matching piping...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Guido Faleschini for Hermès Ottomans, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Stylish modern Italian design poufs designed by Guido Faleschini for Hermès, Hermès tan leather handles, green suedine upholstery. These pieces were displayed and available for custom order at select Hermès retail...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Leather
Restored Arched Rattan Ottoman Stool with Fenced Top
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored arched rattan ottoman stool with fenced top. Restored to new for you. All rattan, bamboo and wicker furniture has been painstakingly refurbished...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Rattan
Early 20th Century, Wooden Stool, Austria Hungary
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This wooden stool was most likely made of spruce and beech wood and leather in the early 20th century. It was be probably used in a tannery. It is in good vintage condition with sign...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Beech
Vintage Rosewood Charles Eames 670 Lounge Chair & 671 Ottoman for Herman Miller
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A very clean example of a vintage modern icon. Charles Eames 670 & 671 Lounge chair and an ottoman produced by Herman Miller. Beautiful striations in...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Black Upholstered Saddle Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century saddle ottoman with textured black upholstery. (MILO BAUGHMAN)(Pair available in yellow: DUF0344)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Large Black Leather Ottoman Bench Daybed, Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in Miami, FL
Large black leather ottoman, Mid-Century Modern style. 49” by 49” and 17.25”tall.
The black leather is beautiful with plenty of wear, walnut veneered base. Great for a home or store...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Heavy Thick Solid Chestnut Legs Rope Seats Benches Stools Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of heavy thick solid chestnut legs rope seats benches stools mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chestnut, Upholstery, Twine
Vintage Clover Shaped Upholstered Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique vintage ottoman features a clover shaped design completed by a warm red upholstery. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede Cognac Patchwork Leather Bean Bag, Pouf, Ottoman, Desede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede soft leather bean bag. The bean bag is in good condition with lovely patina, high seating comfort.
Category
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Living Room Set for Cassina, 1969, Set of 3
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” living room set for Cassina, pair of lounge chairs and pouf, champagne leather, Italy, 1969.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Iron
Raymond Loewy for Mengel Walnut, Iron and Gold Upholstery Telephone Bench
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century walnut telephone bench with a gold textured fabric upholstered seat next to a side table section with a single dark stained, geometrically incised drawer above a...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Iron
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
Pair of Tony Paul Gray Leather Upholstered Wooden Cube Stool with Slide Tray
By Tony Paul
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American mid-century stools with wooden cube frames concealing slide out trays beneath gray leather upholstered seats. (TONY PAUL)(PRICED AS PAIR)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Leather
Mid Century Velvet Upholstered Bench/Ottoman with Chrome Base, Salmon Velvet
By Hastings
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very cool mid century bench newly reupholstered in cotton velvet with a triangular shaped chrome base, beautiful salmon color. Made by The Hastings Hall Furniture Co. in Canada.
Category
1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
Mogens Lassen Pair of Carved Wooden Stools
Located in Milano, IT
Sculptural pair of Danish-designed stools, designed by 1960s designer Mogens Lassen. The stools have a beautiful sculptural and iconic line. Its very fluid and harmonious lines denote great woodwork. Its finely carved seat has a very cosy shape in fact it seems to be stitched to the human form, making the sitter very comfortable. Carved mahogany wood. Its four conical legs are in line with its seat. This unusual pair of stools has a truly eccentric and sculptural design. Through its shape, the stools are ideal for minimalist, conceptual designs and modern living rooms.
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
De Sede DS-2030 Black Leather Armchair and Footstool by Hans Eichenberger
Located in Torquay, GB
Superb leather armchairs and matching footstools designed by Hans Eichenberger for De Sede of Switzerland.
In colour black and resting on black powder coated steel base.
Very sturd...
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Two Vintage Wicker Stools
By Tony Paul
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Two stools, in the style of Tony Paul, smaller with wood dowel legs and the larger with metal legs, yellow painted finish.
Larger measures 16"D, 15.5"H, smaller 13"D, 11.5"H.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Austrian Midcentury Black and Multicolored Birds and Flower Velvet Beech Stool
Located in Vienna, AT
Offered is a charming Mid-Century Modern beechwood stool, ottoman or pouf that is newly upholstered in black and multicolored velvet with flowers and birds ornaments. It has slightly...
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
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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