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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
Contemporary Ink Blot Ottoman in Black and White Recycled Fabric with Pink Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Madda Round Ottoman by Michael Felix is upholstered in a recycled fabric with a black and white inkblot pattern. Its pink metal base wraps around the plump cushion as if to sque...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
TG-19 Sling Ottoman in Antique Tan Leather with Medium Antique Bronze Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a TG-19 Sling Ottoman in antique tan leather with a medium antique bronze frame, produced by Gratz Industries. The ottoman was designed by ...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Round Leather Ottoman with Leather Belts
Located in Miami, FL
The BOND Ottoman with Belts: Inspired by the sensual fashion of Italy this contemporary ottoman lets you indulge in haute furniture design. The comfortably firm upholstered ottoman r...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Che Pakko Ottoman in Beige by Claudio Bitetti & Mogg
By Mogg, Claudio Bitetti
Located in New York, NY
"Che Pakko is an ottoman by Marcantonio for Mogg, upholstered in 100% linen, with colored nautical ropes, is not removable.
Che Pakko is an ottoman that t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Linen, Rope
$1,040 / item
Hand Woven Outdoor / Indoor Ottomans by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Complementing Studio Lloyd’s light sculptures, the authentic handcrafted ottomans are made out of their signature multifilament rope and offer a timeless aesthetic and feel, which at once brings texture and warmth to your living space. The ottoman is the ideal eye-catcher for your indoor and outdoor space.
The ottomans are made of a Multifilament Polypropylene Rope commonly seen in the yachting industries. The rope is made of a blend of polypropylene and nylon, it is soft to the touch and flexible, floats in water and is resistant to rot, mildew, and UV light...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Rope
$1,600 / item
De Sede RH-301 Ottoman in Black Upholstery by Robert Haussmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As early as 1954 Robert Haussmann designed his famous metal ottoman RH-301 in chrome-plated flat steel as a tribute to Mies van der Rohe – since 1999 the RH-301 has been at home with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-163 Ottoman in Cigarro Upholstery by Virginia Harper & Babak Hakakian
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Relax in style – in the salon-ready item of furniture. With its extravagant appearance, the DS-163 round armchair proves itself an extremely salon ready item of furniture – be it for cocktails in an elegant hotel bar or reading in the comfortable surroundings of home. The conical base carries a soft seat shell while the supple design of the armchair exudes infinite comfort. The use of Neck leather up to 5-mm-thick underscores the warmth and the comfort that are destined to surround the person.
Virginia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-17 Ottoman in Black Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The ingenious upholstery emphasizes the nonchalantly charming shapes, here is sofa program! This sofa is truly a master of seating comfort. Sink comfortably and recovering in the sof...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-144 Stool in Taupe Upholstery by Werner Aisslinger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sit the way you would sit in a racing car. Minimalist, streamlined lan guage of design for maximum seating comfort: sitting in the lounge chair is like sitting in a quick, sleek spee...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Fuyu Bouclet Cylinder Ottoman
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Fuyu Cylinder Pouf adds an aesthetic atmosphere to many spaces with its modern design, while providing a comfortable seating experience. With its minimalist and compact structure, it...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
$616 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Contemporary Teal Leather Button-Tufted Oval Ottoman with Modern Chrome Frame
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A contemporary teal leather tufted ottoman of oval shape with chrome frame from the 21st century. The oval seat is upholstered in teal-colored leather with button-tufting design and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
December Ottoman with Canvas Upholstery by Jasper Morrison & Wataru Kumano
Located in Fiskars, FI
December Ottoman is designed to accompany the chair by Jasper Morrison and Wataru Kumano in 2014. The chair is light and comfortable, and thanks to its simple Nordic design it suits ...
Category
2010s Finnish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Canvas, Ash, Oak
Outdoor Pouf Leaf Seat Ottoman by design by nico
Located in HEEMSTEDE, NL
Outdoor pouf
Meet the Outdoor Leaf Seat, a pouf that exudes quality. Designed by Nicolette de Waart, this ottoman is 100% handmade from UV-protected acrylic,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Acrylic, Foam, Plywood
Pouf Leaf Seat by design by nico, upholstered in Kvadrat Wool fabric
Located in HEEMSTEDE, NL
The Pouf Leaf Seat demands attention with its bold, modern design. Created by acclaimed designer Nicolette de Waart, this multi-functional pouf serves as mor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Pouf Leaf Seat by design by nico, upholstered in Kvadrat Wool fabric
Located in HEEMSTEDE, NL
The Pouf Leaf Seat demands attention with its bold, modern design. Created by acclaimed designer Nicolette de Waart, this multi-functional pouf serves as mor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Pouf Leaf Seat by design by nico, upholstered in Kvadrat Wool fabric
Located in HEEMSTEDE, NL
The Pouf Leaf Seat demands attention with its bold, modern design. Created by acclaimed designer Nicolette de Waart, this multi-functional pouf serves as mor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Modern Leaf Seat Ottoman by design by nico, upholstered in Kvadrat Wool fabric
Located in HEEMSTEDE, NL
The Pouf Leaf Seat demands attention with its bold, modern design. Created by acclaimed designer Nicolette de Waart, this multi-functional pouf serves as more than just furniture; it...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Hand Woven Outdoor / Indoor Ottomans by Studio Lloyd
Located in New York, NY
Complementing Studio Lloyd’s light sculptures, the authentic handcrafted ottomans are made out of their signature multifilament rope and offer a timeless aesthetic and feel, which at once brings texture and warmth to your living space. The ottoman is the ideal eye-catcher for your indoor and outdoor space.
The ottomans are made of a Multifilament Polypropylene Rope commonly seen in the yachting industries. The rope is made of a blend of polypropylene and nylon, it is soft to the touch and flexible, floats in water and is resistant to rot, mildew, and UV light...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Rope
$3,180 / item
Hand Woven Outdoor / Indoor Ottomans
Located in New York, NY
Complementing Studio Lloyd’s light sculptures, the authentic handcrafted ottomans are made out of their signature multifilament rope and offer a timeless aesthetic and feel, which at once brings texture and warmth to your living space. The ottoman is the ideal eye-catcher for your indoor and outdoor space. The ottomans are made of a Multifilament Polypropylene Rope commonly seen in the yachting industries. The rope is made of a blend of polypropylene and nylon, it is soft to the touch and flexible, floats in water and is resistant to rot, mildew, and UV light...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Rope
$4,060 / item
Throne Style Ottoman with Curved Seat
Located in Miami, FL
The THRONE Ottoman: The shape of this timeless ottoman with its curved seat exudes luxury and sophistication. The elliptical base provides stability and is...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
$2,690 / item
"Legs Up" Artist-Made Ottoman, Abstract Sculptural Design, Artist-Painted Wood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Legs Up", is a one-of-a-kind piece as part of Jason Andrew Turner's "Welcome Home" collection. This piece is hand painted and hand crafted by the artist in the United States with ac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Acrylic, Wood
Palm Springs Ottoman by Anderssen & Voll
Located in Geneve, CH
Palm springs ottoman by Anderssen & Voll
Materials: Polyurethane foam of different densities, covered with fabric or leather. Base in bronze lacquered ...
Category
2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
$2,230 / item
Gardian Stool by Patrick Norguet
Located in Geneve, CH
Gardian stool with handle by Patrick Norguet.
Materials: Fabric (also available in leather)
Handle: Noce Canaletto solid wood
Dimensions: W 51.1 x D 34.7 x H 49.8 cm
For the Ga...
Category
2010s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$3,106 / item
Grey Cadaqués Contemporary Art Ottoman by Federico Correa, Alfonso Milá
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Cadaqués ottoman by Federico Correa, Alfonso Milá
Dimensions: D 75 x W 100 x H 34 cm
Materials: beech wood, fabric.
Available in other fabrics.
The Cadaq...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Adesso Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Polyethylene. Aluminum.
Dimensions: 75 x 81 x H 98 cm.
The boldly colored frame and geometric weave pattern of the Adesso ottoman and cha...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Aluminum
$1,343 / item
2022 MOOOI Works for MOOOI Pooof Ottoman / Stool Seat in Harald 3, 543
By Moooi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Pooof ottoman made with a wood frame, upholstered in an orange colored Harald 3, 543 by Kvadrat removable velour fabric cover. The ottoman was designed and produ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam, Wood, Fabric
21st Century Mini Pouf in Dark Silver Nabuk by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
The Mini pouf features a light and versatile design. Small, soft and compact, it adds character to any setting. Available in different menswear fabrics of the collection: pied-de-pou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam, Leather, Wood
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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