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Modern Ottomans and Poufs

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Ochre Dot
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dotted wool blend fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Acrylic, Polyester

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

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

21st Century Asian Green Olive Outdoor Indoor Handmade Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This beanbag is a cube shaped comfy seating solution. Kids love it and so do adults who prefer a more laid-back seating. It can be a part of your permanent living room layout or a ca...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Zebra Ottoman Pouf with legs
Located in Saint Louis, US
This 4 legged sturdy ottoman pouf is made from the finest zebra hide of the South African savannah. This exotic piece is perfect for adding texture and depth to any space. The myster...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Zebra Hide, Foam, Wood

Sparkle Bean Green Ottoman with Gold and Green Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
An original piece of functional decor with a glamorous appeal, this ottoman by designer Lorenza Bozzoli audaciously blends glamorous 1920s sartorial details with modern geometrical s...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Sparkle Pink Pouf with Copper Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
As suggested by its name, this pouf from the Sparkle Collection will infuse glamour into a modern living room, bedroom, or private study. Inspired by the fashion of the Roaring '20s,...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Cream Dot
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dotted wool blend fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Acrylic, Polyester

Couture Bordeaux Pouf with Geometric Fringe by Lorenza Bozzoli Design
Located in Milan, IT
Versatile and stylish, this refined pouf is a testament to aesthetic balance and exceptional craftsmanship. Handmade of beech wood, the wide and round frame on four black-finished le...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the Style of Josef Frank
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the style of Josef Frank, ottoman has four solid wood bun feet, fabric is by Robert Allen. Ready for a new home, excellent condition.One ottoman ready to ...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Sparkle Lilac Pouf with Gold Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
A striking, original design with a retro flair that evokes the magic atmosphere of the roaring 20s, this pouf will add a haute-couture touch to any interior. Showcasing a simple roun...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

New Large Harry Ottoman by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia In Stock
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Harry Ottoman by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, Italy, 2004 / New Production (IN STOCK and READY TO SHIP) Designed by acclaimed Italian architect and designer Antonio Citterio for ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

21st Century Asian Clay Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A single seat pouf, compact, bright and cheeky. Perfect as an additional seat or as a footstool, this pouf is 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic. Use it indoors or carry it outd...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

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

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Hand Tailored Fringes Stool Offered in Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The handmade stool draws on the signature fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layer...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silk, Trimming, Wood, Velvet

Sparkle Light Blue Pouf with Light Blue and Silver Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant pouf showcases a cascading fringe of light blue and silver lurex threads enclosing the beechwood frame topped with a shimmering light blue velvet padded seat. Designed b...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

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

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Sparkle Green Pouf with Gold Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
A statement piece in a modern living room, bedroom, or foyer, this pouf's sartorial appeal and shimmering glamour are inspired by the roaring '20s and the Charleston fashion style. T...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Custom Made Turkish Rug Ottoman with Iron Base
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made Cocktail ottoman Size: 48" x 48" x 18" Iron base finished in antique bronze finish. This item was constructed using a vintage turkish rug, this hemp and wool rug is a ...
Category

20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Iron

Oversize Stacking Round Leather Floor Cushion Set of 3 by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
This thoughtfully designed and versatile set of oversized floor cushions were designed for both kids and adults as an inviting addition to any space. Use them as standalone seating o...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Beige Couture Geometric Stripe Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A cylindrical pouf with a beige top and a multicolored base. The top is synthetically padded and it is upholstered with premium velvet 100% trevira while, the bottom, is in painted b...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Contemporary Pouf Beanbag in Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Half traditional Moroccan Classic, half 1960s beach ball. The shape is surprisingly useful put your feet up at the end of the day or pull it out for a part...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

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

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Small Soccer Ball Pouf Papaya
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by the Italian passion for soccer - or football as it is called in Europe - this ergonomic pouf is hand sewn by in-house craftsmen. Its Pentagon-based design is made complet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

21st Century Asian Clay Beige Outdoor Indoor Handmade Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This beanbag is a cube shaped comfy seating solution. Kids love it and so do adults who prefer a more laid-back seating. It can be a part of your permanent living room layout or a ca...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Bao Natural Leather Ottoman
Located in Milan, IT
This refined bean bag chair is wrapped carefully in a single piece of soft, full-grain leather, its folds resembling those of origami. The timeless, nostalgic shape is reminiscent of those old bedside...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Custom Made Iron and Vintage Turkish Rug Ottoman
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made iron and upholstered bench ottoman, the base is a custom finished iron base, with antique turkish rug upholstered top. The very durable top is a heavy wool hemp and cotto...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Iron

Missoni Diamante Pouf Ottoman or Footstool, Italy 2018
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Missoni pouf ottoman or footstool rendered in iconic woven Missoni fabric with a removable cover for ease of cleaning. Italy, 2018.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Beautiful Ottomans, Stools in Josef Frank Teheran Linen Fabric by Svenskt Tenn
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of beautiful Ottomans covered in Josef Frank Teheran Linen Fabric by Svenskt Tenn. Each ottoman has four apple shaped stained wood feet. Ready for a new home.
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood, Linen

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

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Hexagonal Ottoman by Frank Lloyd Wright for Henredon - three available
Located in San Francisco, CA
A hexagonal ottoman designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Heritage-Henredon collaboration. Features a mahogany base with faceted feet and carved Taliesin detailing, topped with a so...
Category

1950s American Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Sparkle Copper Pouf with Copper Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted with a beechwood frame, this sophisticated pouf showcases a simple round shape enriched with a warm copper velvet upholstery on the padded seat and a shimmering fringe of lur...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

21st Century Asian Clay Beige Outdoor Indoor Handmade Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This beanbag is a cube shaped comfy seating solution. Kids love it and so do adults who prefer a more laid-back seating. It can be a part of your permanent living room layout or a ca...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Large Round Ottoman, Josef Frank Teheran Linen Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Large Round Ottoman recovered in original Josef Frank Teheran 100% Linen Fabric. Ready for a new home.
Category

1990s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Linen, Wood

Zebra Ottoman, Made in USA, Zebra Hides from South Africa, Wood Legs, Nail Heads
Located in New York, NY
Decorative zebra ottoman. We also custom make other sizes and shapes. Production time 12 weeks. Factory is located in NJ. Zebra hides are from South Africa. This ottoman is sold. W...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Zebra Hide

Pair of custom made Gueridon Ottomans, COM Upholstery, Made in USA.
Located in Stratford, CT
INTRODUCTION Gueridon handmade ottomans are made to order to your liking and specifications—100% made in the USA. Following the success of its ottomans, GUERIDON launched a full lin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Ottoman Loop in Bouclé Fabric by WOO - Designer Upholstered Accent Seating
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman Loop in Bouclé Fabric by WOO – Sculptural Elegance Meets Everyday Comfort The Ottoman Loop is a bold statement piece that redefines modern seating. Its continuous loop desig...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

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

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Toscana Pouf Ottoman Dedar Beige Chenille Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Toscana Pouf Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in DEDAR beige cotton chenille fabric. De...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood, Chenille, Cotton

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

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood

Ottoman pouf DROVA 4 - Choose your fabric, Soft Sculptural Seat, Artful style
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 – A Stylish and Functional Accent for Modern Interiors The Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 is a versatile and stylish addition to any living sp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood, Foam

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

2010s Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

Arche Ottoman by DeMuro Das in Antique Bronze
Located in New York, NY
The Arche Ottoman embodies elegance and sophistication in the form of an artfully sculpted metal base and softly rounded silhouette. The base, a graceful arch crafted from solid bron...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, Set/2 Pink Nubuck, Handmade in by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe The Grand pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. Its curved, sculptural design adds a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Pouf Loop Wool fabric by WOO - Minimalist Designer Footstool
Located in Kyiv, UA
Created in the form of a continuous loop, the design piece encourages to think w      i      d      e      r… Fully functional and comfortable, the pouf Loop brings a strong accent t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Geo Small Pouf in Lario Top Orange Upholstery by Paolo Grasselli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Geo pouf is an accessory that can be placed in any home and contract environment. It is a versatile element that can connect with diverse styles with a simple...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Mint Couture Geometric Line Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A uniquely designed pouf with a prime mint velvet 100% trevira upholstering on top and a layer of viscose fringes placed on the painted beech wood base. The layer is the unique chara...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Cosette Ottoman - Leather and Shearling - Custom
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
COSETTE OTTOMAN - Custom Modern Leather Ottoman with Tibetan Mongolian Lamb Fur Pelt Custom Size: 28" Wide x 20" Deep x 18" High - Shine by S.H.O Lea...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Modern Capri Pouf Ottoman Holly Hunt Chenille Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Capri Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Contemporary. The Capri pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering both style and fu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood, Oak, Chenille, Bouclé, Walnut

Green and Pink Geometric Couture Deco Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Perfectly paired pink and green are a delightful palette for the Art Deco-inspired fringe on this pouf from the Geometric Couture Collection. Made in Italy, the pouf is crafted on a ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Pixel Small Seating Pouf in Extra Kami A1 Upholstery by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From the creativity of Sergio Bicego comes Pixel sofa, featuring a series of elements that can be freely combined, thanks to an exclusive connector created ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Set of custom made Gueridon Ottomans, COM fabric, Made in USA.
Located in Stratford, CT
INTRODUCTION Gueridon handmade ottomans are made to order to your liking and specifications. 100% made in USA. Following the success of its ottomans, GUERIDON launched a full line ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

De Sede Ds-102 Ottoman in Snow Upholstery by Mathias Hoffmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A series with an eye-catching, core leather lacing. This model series’ softly upholstered shell with its extremely comfortable cushions creates a island in the living space. Whether ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Contemporary Small Pouf Featuring Open Doors System
Located in NEW YORK, NY
With a modern take on the traditional shapes and patterns of history, this pouf opens the door to a purposeful world, serving as a storage piece or even as additional seating. An eff...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century
Located in Miami, FL
Round Rattan Ottoman, white Kravet Ivory Nubby Boucle fabric seat. Ready for a new home.
Category

1970s Indonesian Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Sheep Bench by Studio AHEAD
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep bench is designed by Studio Ahead. The bench is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep. Each side design is unique. Designed and fabricated...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Felt

Pixel Large Seating Pouf in Extra Kami A1 Upholstery by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From the creativity of Sergio Bicego comes Pixel sofa, featuring a series of elements that can be freely combined, thanks to an exclusive connector created ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

21st Century Asian Hamra Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A single seat pouf, compact, bright and cheeky. Perfect as an additional seat or as a footstool, this pouf is 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic. Use it indoors or carry it outd...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep stool designed by Studio Ahead. The stool is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep The stool could be placed o...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Felt

Geo Large Pouf in Sweet Velvet Pink Upholstery & Grey Legs by Paolo Grasselli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Geo pouf is an accessory that can be placed in any home and contract environment. It is a versatile element that can connect with diverse styles with a simple change of upholstery an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

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

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Modern ottomans and poufs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern ottomans and poufs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage ottomans and poufs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern ottomans and poufs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original ottomans and poufs, popular names associated with this style include Lorenza Bozzoli Design, The Tailored Home, GAN Rugs, and De Sede. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for ottomans and poufs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $200 and tops out at $61,780 while the average work can sell for $2,436.

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