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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Karl Springer "Souffle Ottoman" with Polished Steel Base, 1980s
Located in New York, NY
"Souffle Ottoman" with artisan decorated fabric and base in polished stainless steel with hidden castors, by Karl Springer, American 1980s. As with all of Karl Springer’s designs, th...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Sheep Speaker by Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
The Sheep Speaker translates our visual language into sound. We think of technology as straight lines, right angles. Yet sound waves move like ocean waves and music brings to the sur...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Felt

Kepi Pouf in Sweet Velvet Brown Upholstery with Grey Metal Feet by Emilio Nanni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Kepi armchair’s sober design and vaguely Nordic look are softened by rounded lines that add character and improve comfort. Its clean design and nonchalant elegance make it perfec...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Modernist Square Oak Suede Buckled Strap Ottoman Foot Stool Bench 24"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century square ottoman with open wood base and a cushioned top finished in blue and brown lattice pattern upholstery and crossed with suede leather straps.
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Green and Fuchsia Couture Geometric Line Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
This unique pouf, green on top and mostly purple on the bottom, is a fantastic piece to give character and personality to any space. The top consists of a ...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

White Hide and Patinated Brass 'Tambour' Ottoman by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White hide and patinated brass 'Tambour' ottoman by Design Frères. The last picture is of a different version of the ottoman in the same size. Perfect as a coffee table, with t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Botera Small Pouf in Foam with Ultramarine Blue Upholstery by E-GGS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Botera was born to be comfortable, everywhere. To better exploit the volumes of the armchair in all situations, we have made it an entire family of modular upholstered items, amplify...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Marelli Moon Round Pouf by Studio Marelli
Located in Boston, MA
Frame made of solid wood and plywood with interwoven elastic belts.‎ Seat upholstered with polyurethane foam with density of 40 kg/m³, covered with dacron.‎ Back upholstered with pol...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Island Large Pouf in Lario Blue Upholstery & Brass Base by Serena Confalonieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Island is a collection made up of three poufs with organic forms that evoke the coast line lapped by the sea. This imagery is felt throughout the entire design, conjuring the enveloping movement of the tide which softens and shapes the shore. For this reason, the volumes are perceived differently depending on the perspective from which they are observed in a space. The base visually elevates the seat from the ground making it seem like it’s floating in space. Serena is an indipendent designer and art director based in Milano. She works on product, graphic and textile design projects and collaborates with many italian and international companies. Her works are placed in-between product and graphic design: an accurate research on the surfaces is always present in her projects. After a Master Degree in Interior Design, she started her career working in many architecture and design practices in Milano, Barcelona and Berlin, and collaborating with the Interior Design Faculty of Politecnico di Milano as assistant professor. In 2013 she makes her debut at Milano Design Week with her Flamingo rug...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Tacchini Spin Ottoman in Blue Delphinum Fabric by Claesson Koivisto Rune
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Spin is a family of ottomans which resumes a technique such as “random” stitching, already applied in the Doodle chairs by designers Claesson Koivisto Run...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Rombo Outdoor Green Wrought Iron Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Rest your feet or sit in your patio on this charming little light green pouf with a stainless steel bench and an outdoor cushion included. The relaxin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead - Grey
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 on either side horizontally ...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Felt

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

Modern Black Button Tufted 38" Round Ottoman w/ Silver Bun Feet by Carter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Contemporary Modern Black Button Tufted 38" Round Ottoman w/ Silver Bun Feet by Carte...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Gramercy Pouf Ottoman
Located in Westfield, NJ
This geometric pouf has been ethically hand woven by artisans in Rajasthan, India, using a traditional weaving technique that is native to this region. ...
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2010s Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Cotton

Low Footstool Ottoman with Solid Hardwood Base and Flared Upholstered Top
Located in Greenwich, CT
*This piece is referenced in another listing as the accompanying ottoman to a tub lounge chair and is also sold stand-alone. Customize with your own fabrics. Shown in turquoise velve...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Wenge

Footstool Old Silver Steel & Dark Brown Saddle Leather, Contemporary Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Set of 2 Footstool Black Smoke Steel &Dark Brown Leather Modern Style Wanderlust
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Flora Ottoman by Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
Shaped as a stylized three-petal flower, this exquisite ottoman is a versatile and sophisticated addition to a classic or contemporary living room, where it will provide comfortable ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Small Round Ottoman with Navy Vinyl Citrine Tiger Flange Yellow Lacquered Base
Located in Greenwich, CT
About this piece Small round ottoman with a firm but cushioned seat. Well sized occasional seating, stores easily beneath console tables, easy to ...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Maple

Beige Couture Geometric Tie Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
This colorful pouf is defined by two parts. On top, there is a seat synthetically padded and upholstered in beige velvet while on the bottom it's a paint...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Mint Couture Geometric Wien Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
The perfect pouf in a high-design lounge area, this piece features 100% Trevira velvet upholstery and viscose fringe cut to different lengths in a geometric pattern. Additional colors, sizes and shapes available in the Couture Geometric...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Italy Grey Velvet Upholstered Coffee Table with Crossed Wood Legs
Located in Brescia, IT
This contemporary coffee table, is totally made in Italy. Beautiful the upholstered top in grey velvet, handcrafted with a geometrical intertwining seams on the surface. With its mo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Custom Curved Ottoman
Located in Greenwich, CT
Hour glass shaped small ottoman. Built in solid hard maple topped with a cotton/dacron wrapped foam making it firm, yet comfortable. Piece shown is covered in a lightweight embroider...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Ophelia Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning addition to a traditional or eclectic living room, bedroom, or entryway, this pouf is a versatile piece of functional decor that will a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Ophelia Pouf
$5,509 / item
Chair and Ottoman Set with Antique Rug Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique chair and ottoman set in the style of Stephen Kenn's Inheritance Collection is upholstered with a 100-year-old Kazak Persian rug f...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Round Ottoman in Camel Shearling Wool by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Functionality combined with elegance, the Ottoman X is a versatile piece of sculptural furniture. Cozy and inviting plush wool shearling has a textural hand ...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Craft Associates Ottoman, Canadian Walnut Ottoman, Gold Mohair, Modern
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft Associates Ottoman, Canadian Walnut Ottoman, Gold Mohair, Modern This walnut Canadian ottoman is expertly crafted and upholstered and pictured with ...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Modern Angular Gray Steel Lounge Armchair with Ottoman, 21st Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Modern Angular Gray Steel Lounge Armchair with Ottoman, 21st Century Item # C1028AA0-G Angular and austere, this lounge chair and matching ottoman are distinctly architectural in fo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Cut Steel

Oversize Round Leather Stacking 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

Picasso Large Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Stunning and versatile, this large pouf can provide extra seat in a living room, or be a comfortable decorative accent in a bedroom. Its neutral color and ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Other

Picasso Large Pouf
$12,305 / item
Mint and Pink Couture Geometric Bicolor Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A dreamy pairing of mint and pink makes for a sweet addition to a pastel-themed lounge corner. Upholstered in velvet 100% trevira and accented with viscose, the pouf lends a soft and cozy vibe to any space while its painted beechwood base and padded top...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Emerald Couture Geometric Tie Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Nearly monochromatic, this pouf in emerald, sea foam and grass green is accented with unabashedly pink stripes, inspired by neckties. On a beechwood base, the pouf is topped with velvet and accented with viscose fringe, its signature look. Pair the pouf with other pieces from the Couture Geometric...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

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

Green Ottoman Pouf Drova by WOO - Sculptural Accent Furniture
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 – A Contemporary Seating Solution Inspired by Nature The Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 is a statement piece that combines modern aesthetics w...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Plywood

Bamboo Design Green Wrought Iron Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Bamboo-decorated stainless steel is the latest design trend in indoor and outdoor design. Put your feet up and relax in your patio on this exquisite light green pouf with a stainless...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

Cubist Verde Olive Green Hair Hide Ottoman With White Oak Feet
Located in Houston, TX
Custom cubist style ottoman bench in an acidic olive hair hide with white oak feet.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Green Couture Geometric Stripe Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
This is a cylindrical pouf that is unique thanks to the multiple layers of viscose fringes it has. They are in different colors and lengths and create a unique artistic and geometric...
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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 layers of fringes that run along th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the Style of Josef Frank, Zebra Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the style of Josef Frank, ottoman has four solid wood bun feet, upholstered in best zebra fabric money can buy. Fabric is about 60% virgin wool. Ready for...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Starboy Pouf White Boucle
Located in Istanbul, TR
Starboy Pouf” is inspired by the celestial sphere. It is a metaphorical object from the skies which has been projected to the observer on earth. The crea...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

Light Green Couture Geometric Stripe Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
This delicate yet vibrant pouf is a great piece characterized by a light-green velvet upholstering on top and a painted beech wood base. The base is topped up with different rows of ...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Gray Couture Geometric Stripe Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
A gray pouf with geometrical shapes created with multiple layers of multicolor viscose fringes. They are of different lengths and stacked on top of each other creating an iconic patt...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Pompa Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Pouf by Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Pompa Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Pouf by Houtique Materials: Wood, Velvet Dimensions: H 45 x D 44 cm Pouf with wood structure and velvet fabric 4 modules connected by wooden sle...
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2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Picasso Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant pouf will be a precious addition to a classic decor. Either to add extra seat in a living room or a sophisticated accent in a bedroom or powder room, this piece will enr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Picasso Pouf
Picasso Pouf
$8,481 / item
Contemporary Round Shape Fur Atlas Stool by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Fur atlas stool by Pietro Franceschini. Sold exclusively by Galerie Philia Manufacturer: Stefano Minotti Dimensions: W 49 x H 52 cm Materials: Fur Available materials: Lamb/bouc...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fur

Contemporary Black Lacquer Drumstool w/ Waist by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drumstool w/ waist Black lacquer Hand repoussé Limited edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, c...
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2010s Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Lacquer

Montauk Sofa Cognac Leather and Walnut Tuxedo Ottoman or Footstool, Canada 2000s
Located in Miami, FL
Classic Tuxedo cube ottoman or footstool rendered in cognac leather upholstery with a down filled foam cushion and walnut feet, made in Montreal Canada, 2000s
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Large Cowhide and Nailhead Ottoman’s, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, cowhide ottomans you could hope to find. This is an ultra rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the b...
Category

Early 2000s Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Cowhide

Saturn Pouffe Small, Modern, Sculptural, Bronze Frame and Grey Boucle
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The small Saturn pouffe utilises the same gathered bilboquet seat construction as Saturn chair. The sumptuously undulating seat instantly appeals with it...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Ottoman Loop in Bouclé Fabric by WOO - Modern Designer Pouf
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman Loop in Bouclé Fabric by WOO – Iconic Design and Unmatched Comfort The Ottoman Loop is more than just seating—it's a statement piece that transforms any space. Crafted in th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Gervasoni Ghost 06 P Modular Ottoman in White Linen Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Ghost pouf family has geometric shapes and consistent and structured dimensions. Available with a padded structure in multi-density polyurethane foam or in polystyrene, the Ghost poufs have as their main feature the removable cover, an oversize housse whose shape is underlined by the visible stitching, allowing it to be put on and taken off in a flash. A textile product that easily changes appearance, allowing you to go from a formal to an informal look with ease and speed. Modular ottoman...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Sarkooh II Pouf – Walnut Base with Dedar Upholstery (W 95 cm)
Located in London, GB
Sarkooh I is presence without noise. A pouf that embodies stillness, balance, and support, it’s a grounding element in any room—modest in scale but rich in detail. The name Sarkooh ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Lee Industries Contemporary Upholstered Ottomans
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Lee Industries contemporary Upholstered Ottomans . Measures 21" in width, 21" in depth and 19" in height.
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20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Modern Baby Spheric Ottoman Fluffy Edition in Faux Sheepskin by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
Baby Gropius chair collection is designed in the same spirit as the collection's flagman Gropius chair, which makes the brand signature. We noted that kids love minimalist design and...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Wool, Velvet, Faux Fur

De Sede DS-23 Ottoman in Petrol Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As a light, dainty high-back chair, the DS-23 is suitable as an individual armchair or to complement a seating group. The armrests are skillfully integrated into the body by the mast...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Sparkle Silver Pouf with Silver Fringe
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by Art Deco style, this glamorous pouf boasts a shimmering look with its silver velvet upholstered seat and matching lurex fringe. A chic addition to a living room dominated...
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2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Pair of Bespoke Gueridon Ottoman, COM fabric, must see!
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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Forsyth X Old Hickory Butte Chair and Ottoman with Custom Sheepskin Cushions
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Forsyth X Old Hickory butte chair and ottoman with custom California sheepskin cushions and Loro Piana buffalo leather. When the O...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Sheepskin, Hickory, Leather

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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