Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

MOORISH STYLE

After the Muslim conquest of the Iberian Peninsula in the eighth century, Islamic Spain became a cultural mix of influences that shaped both private homes and religious spaces. Moorish design was the name given to this style, which evolved through the 15th century with vibrant tile work, horseshoe arches and lavish ornamentation, most visible at sites such as Granada’s Alhambra and the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba. Moorish furniture was often similarly ornate, and featured pieces inlaid with wood, ivory and bone.

When European designers began studying Moorish art and architecture in the early 19th century, it led to a Moorish Revival. Appropriating the style’s decorative flourishes and architectural elements, it promoted a romantic view of Islamic design. Travelers could bring home a memento of what they witnessed in the Middle East, a trend that aligned with a fad for themed interiors. Men’s smoking rooms arranged with ottomans, divans and settees and inlaid tables were especially popular, as were cafés where coffee was served amid bead curtains and colorful floor mats. (Handwoven rugs are a centerpiece of Moorish interiors.) Octagonal rooms with domed ceilings were created for wealthy homes, frequently with furnishings like pipe stands, filigree plasterwork and arched doorways. The horseshoe arch is an iconic attribute of Moorish architecture that, in addition to Spain, can be found in Sicily, Morocco and elsewhere.

Several late 19th to early 20th-century movements featured Moorish touches. The American and English Aesthetic Movement, for example, borrowed liberally from global decorating styles, as seen in furniture designed by Lockwood de Forest, a New York-born artist who mixed Eastern and Western forms. The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau also references the elegant use of geometry in Moorish design, with Milanese Art Nouveau furniture designer Carlo Bugatti drawing inspiration from the style. The Arts and Crafts movement, which prized expressive yet simple design, incorporated Moorish influences; hand-painted furniture and tile work created by William De Morgan, a British designer and potter who made furnishings for the likes of Morris & Co., were informed by techniques from Moorish Spain.

Find a collection of Moorish lighting, decorative objects, folk art and more furniture on 1stDibs.

Style: Moorish

Moroccan Oversized Silk Velvet Floor Pillow in Pink and Gold

$360Sale Price / item|20% Off

Moroccan Oversized Silk Velvet Floor Pillow in Pink and Gold

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Oversized silk square pink and gold floor seat pillow. Handcrafted from silk velvet cut fabric, these Moorish style floor seat cushions are great to use in kids room or around your yoga Bohemian or Moroccan room or for your pet. Large oversized: 24" x 24" x 7". Moroccan square floor pillow cushion, use as ottoman or pouf. Zipper on side. Moroccan pouf great to use as an Ottoman or floor pillow for a modern or Bohemian decor. A meditation pillow...

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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Silk

Moroccan Inlaid Stools

$1,800 / set

Moroccan Inlaid Stools

By Carlo Bugatti

Located in Atlanta, GA

Moroccan inlaid stools, in the manner of Carlo Bugatti, Morocco, 20th century. We have two pairs available. They are priced at $1800 per pair.

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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Stone

Vintage Cube Upholstered Stools Moroccan Ottomans, Poufs, a Pair

$500 / set

Vintage Cube Upholstered Stools Moroccan Ottomans, Poufs, a Pair

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Pair of gold cube upholstery ottomans, Poufs. Upholstered stools, use them as extra seats, ottomans, stools. Light and easy to move around. Moroccan hassock, upholstered footstool or...

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric

Moroccan Hand Tooled Leather Pouf in Baby Pink Color

$395 / item

Moroccan Hand Tooled Leather Pouf in Baby Pink Color

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Moroccan baby pink color round pouf hand tooled and embroidered in Marrakesh. Beautiful geometrical designs are hand-stitched on this Moroccan stool by expert Artisan. Use these ...

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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Post Modern Upholstered Moroccan Art Deco Style Pouf in Hot Fuchsia Color

$250 / item

Post Modern Upholstered Moroccan Art Deco Style Pouf in Hot Fuchsia Color

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Art Deco Style fuchsia and black Moroccan stool, round ottoman or vanity stool in hot fuchsia color with black velvet cut design. The upholstery is a damask fabric in floral taffeta...

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Early 2000s Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Damask, Satin, Velvet

Moroccan Hand-Crafted Pouf in Red and Gold Fabric, Moorish Style, 1990

$250 / item

Moroccan Hand-Crafted Pouf in Red and Gold Fabric, Moorish Style, 1990

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Moroccan fabric stool or ottoman, Moroccan pouf upholstered with a very nice red and gold fabric. Size: 18" H x 18''. Hand-made in Morocco, great to us...

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric

Vintage Moroccan Leather Rectangular Pouf in Red and Black

$1,250

Vintage Moroccan Leather Rectangular Pouf in Red and Black

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Large vintage red and black hand tooled leather Moroccan ottoman. Rectangular shape pouf in red and black leather embroidered with black and white silk threads. Handcrafted by skil...

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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Vintage Moroccan Leather Pouf in Chocolate Brown Hand Tooled In Marrakech

$1,250 / item

Vintage Moroccan Leather Pouf in Chocolate Brown Hand Tooled In Marrakech

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Large vintage round Moroccan leather pouf, handcrafted in chocolate brown camel leather. Hand tooled and embroidered on the top with the Mo...

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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Vintage Moroccan Leather Pouf Hand-Tooled in Marrakesh Red and Black, 1970s

$950

Vintage Moroccan Leather Pouf Hand-Tooled in Marrakesh Red and Black, 1970s

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Moroccan red and black round leather pouf hand tooled in Marrakesh, Morocco. Handcrafted by Moroccan artisans. Size is 21 in. diameter x ...

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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Vintage Moroccan Leather Pouf Hand Tooled, 1970s Red and Black

$1,850 / item

Vintage Moroccan Leather Pouf Hand Tooled, 1970s Red and Black

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Large vintage round Moroccan leather pouf, handcrafted in red and black leather. Hand tooled and embroidered on the top with the Moorish star by Moroccan artisans in Marrakech. Vinta...

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Handcrafted Vintage Moroccan Leather Pouf with Moorish Design

$1,250 / item

Handcrafted Vintage Moroccan Leather Pouf with Moorish Design

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Moroccan brown leather pouf. Large vintage round Moroccan leather pouf, handcrafted in brown camel leather. Hand tooled Moroccan ...

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Moroccan Silver Faux Leather Pouf, Hand-Crafted Moorish Design

$450 / item

Moroccan Silver Faux Leather Pouf, Hand-Crafted Moorish Design

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Moroccan silver metallic color round pouf hand tooled and embroidered in Marrakesh. Beautiful geometrical designs are hand-stitched on this Moroccan stool by expert Artisan. Use th...

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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Faux Leather

Vintage Moroccan Round Leather Pouf Hand-Tooled in Fez Morocco

$450 / item

Vintage Moroccan Round Leather Pouf Hand-Tooled in Fez Morocco

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Moroccan grey leather round pouf hand tooled in Fez Morocco. Foot stool, ottoman handcrafted by Moroccan artisans. Size is 19 in diameter x 12.5 in height. Vintage Bohem...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Moroccan Round Leather Pouf Hand-Tooled in Marrakesh

$675 / item

Moroccan Round Leather Pouf Hand-Tooled in Marrakesh

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Moroccan blue and brown round leather pouf hand tooled in Marrakesh, Morocco. Handcrafted by skill Moroccan artisans. A pair is available, price ...

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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

De Sede Patchwork Black Leather Pouf

$1,400

H 15 in Dm 18 in

De Sede Patchwork Black Leather Pouf

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous black leather pouf by Swiss designer De Sede with small rectangular patchwork. Perfect accent piece. Good vintage condition.

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1960s Swiss Vintage Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Marge Carson Brass Stools/Ottomans

$2,995 / set

H 17 in W 20 in D 20 in

Vintage Marge Carson Brass Stools/Ottomans

By Marge Carson

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Experience the allure of authentic 1970s American design with this exquisite pair of brass poufs by celebrated designer Marge Carson. Each piece showcases a stunning brass base that ...

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1970s American Vintage Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

Drova 4 Pouf in Woolland Fabric by Dmytro Kozinenko — Firewood-Inspired Ottoman

$1,188 / item

H 15.95 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in

Drova 4 Pouf in Woolland Fabric by Dmytro Kozinenko — Firewood-Inspired Ottoman

By Dmitriy Kozinenko

Located in Kyiv, UA

The structure of the Drova pouf is a story told in four upholstered logs, stacked on top of each other the way firewood is stacked near a fireplace. Designer Dmytro Kozinenko borrowe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Lamby Stool

$1,518 / item

H 15.36 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in

Lamby Stool

Located in Paris, FR

Stool Lamby with solid wood structure, upholstered with foam and covered with removable polar fabric.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Foil

De Sede DS-80 Black Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, Stool, DeSede Switzerland

$1,048

H 12.6 in Dm 20.87 in

De Sede DS-80 Black Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, Stool, DeSede Switzerland

By De Sede

Located in Biebergemund, Hessen

Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf in black leather. The pouf is in very good condition. - Two identical in stock -

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1980s Swiss Vintage Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Danish Modern Teak Stool / Ottoman

$1,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.63 in W 19 in D 13.38 in

Danish Modern Teak Stool / Ottoman

Located in Denton, TX

Solid thick teak wood with dovetailed corners can be also used for a side table.

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20th Century Danish Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak

Betel Motor Car Art Deco Brass Box, Collectible Toy, Children's Paint Set, 1930s

$1,413

H 3.94 in W 10.24 in D 4.73 in

Betel Motor Car Art Deco Brass Box, Collectible Toy, Children's Paint Set, 1930s

Located in Roma, IT

Patent 75086 - This is a large tobacco box with many purposes, (Child's Paint Set). Car in multicolored golden tin in classic brass. Almost new with all the original parts. Wonderful...

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Early 20th Century American Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal, Brass

Unique French Handwoven Leather Ottoman Arts & Craft Style Made in Chicago

$3,800

H 17 in W 22 in D 19 in

Unique French Handwoven Leather Ottoman Arts & Craft Style Made in Chicago

Located in Highwood, IL

Woven Leather Ottoman in the Style of Arts & Craft or possible early Art Deco that was custom made in our Upholstery Department. Whether by itself or positioned next a chair, thi...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Oak

Modern Curule Stool

$1,106 / item

H 21 in W 20 in D 16 in

Modern Curule Stool

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Modern curule stool with a button tufted leather cushion seat above a pewter-finished iron curule form base with gilded accents. Dimensions: 20" W x 16" D x 21" H.

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Iron

21st Century Asian Mocha Color Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf

$756 / item

H 17.72 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

21st Century Asian Mocha Color 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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead

$4,365 / item

H 18.25 in W 12.25 in D 14 in

Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead

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...

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2010s American Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Wool, Felt

Art Deco Vintage Red Lavender Blossom Pouf Stool Tabouret, Austria, 1930s

$3,296

H 15.36 in Dm 18.51 in

Art Deco Vintage Red Lavender Blossom Pouf Stool Tabouret, Austria, 1930s

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco vintage stool ottoman pouf from red coral fabric and lavender cords designed and manufactured Austria 1930s. A high quality textured t...

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1930s Austrian Vintage Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Previously Available Items

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug Ottomans Footstools Hassocks

Sold

H 20 in W 19 in D 19 in

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug Ottomans Footstools Hassocks

Located in Southampton, NJ

A pair of vibrant handcrafted Turkish Kilim ottoman hassocks, upholstered with perfectly matched repeat, brass nail head trim & wooden block feet. Substantial heirloom quality of hea...

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20th Century Turkish Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

Mid Century Moroccan Rug Pouf Floor Cushion With Stick & Ball Stool

Sold

H 18.5 in W 19 in D 19 in

Mid Century Moroccan Rug Pouf Floor Cushion With Stick & Ball Stool

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is such a great looking open work sided stool with a removable cushion which can be used as a pouf or floor cushion. The vibrant red stripes alternating with pattern stripes is ...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Textile, Wood

Pair of Modern Gold Moroccan Stools

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H 17 in Dm 18 in

Pair of Modern Gold Moroccan Stools

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Pair of modern gold fabric Moroccan stools. Use it as a foot stool, pouf, extra seat or modern ottoman. Size is 18 inches diameter x 18 inches height.

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Late 20th Century Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric

Moroccan Gold Color Hand Tooled Pouf Ottoman

Sold

H 12 in Dm 20 in

Moroccan Gold Color Hand Tooled Pouf Ottoman

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Moroccan gold color round pouf hand tooled and embroidered in Marrakesh. Beautiful geometrical designs are handstitched on this Moroccan stool by expert ...

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Faux Leather

Pair of Vintage Turkish Metal Work Ottomans or Footstools

Sold

H 20 in W 16 in D 16 in

Pair of Vintage Turkish Metal Work Ottomans or Footstools

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive pair of midcentury Turkish ottomans or stools with upholstered tops with brass tacks over bases having exotic floral metal work, on wood frames, decorated with bone, and h...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal, Brass

Moroccan Hand Embroidered Large White Ottoman, Cushion or Pouf

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H 12 in W 26 in D 27 in

Moroccan Hand Embroidered Large White Ottoman, Cushion or Pouf

Located in Plainview, NY

A large handwoven vintage moroccan white ottoman, cushion or pouf in a square shape. This eye-catching ottoman or pouf will lend an air of exotic majesty...

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1990s Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Textile

Large Antique Round Tribal Grinder Teak Table 1920's

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H 11 in Dm 33 in

Large Antique Round Tribal Grinder Teak Table 1920's

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Large antique hand carved wood Indian grinder tribal teak table. Indian teak wood chakki table in dark walnut color hand carved with geometric tribal desi...

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Early 20th Century Indian Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Teak

Large Antique Grinder Tribal Teak Hand Carved Wood Chakki Table India 1920'

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H 12 in Dm 33 in

Large Antique Grinder Tribal Teak Hand Carved Wood Chakki Table India 1920'

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Large antique hand carved wood Indian grinder tribal teak table. Indian teak wood chakki table in dark walnut color hand carved with geometric tribal desi...

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Early 20th Century Indian Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood

Moroccan Handmade Hot Pink Leather Pouf or Ottoman, a Pair

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H 11.5 in Dm 19.5 in

Moroccan Handmade Hot Pink Leather Pouf or Ottoman, a Pair

Located in Plainview, NY

This eye-catching handstitched genuine hot pink leather pair of Moroccan poufs will lend an air of regal majesty to your den or living room. Handcrafted in leather by master artisans...

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Late 20th Century Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Moroccan Leather Hand Stitched Silver Pouf or Ottoman

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H 11.5 in Dm 19.5 in

Moroccan Leather Hand Stitched Silver Pouf or Ottoman

Located in Plainview, NY

This eye-catching hand stitched genuine silver leather Moroccan Pouf will lend an air of regal majesty to your den or living room. Handcrafted in leather by master artisans and boast...

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1990s Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Turkish Leather and Wicker Stools or Ottomans

Sold

H 17 in Dm 15 in

Pair of Turkish Leather and Wicker Stools or Ottomans

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Pair of ottomans with soft oxblood leather tops embossed with classical scenes over hourglass form wicker bases.

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20th Century Turkish Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wicker

Vintage Moroccan Grey Leather Pouf Hand-Tooled in Fez Morocco

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H 12 in Dm 17 in

Vintage Moroccan Grey Leather Pouf Hand-Tooled in Fez Morocco

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Moroccan grey leather round pouf hand tooled in Fez Morocco. Foot stool, ottoman handcrafted by Moroccan artisans. Size is 19 in diameter x 12.5 in height. Vintage Bohem...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Moorish ottomans and poufs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Moorish 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, more furniture and collectibles, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with animal skin, leather and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Moorish ottomans and poufs made in a specific country, there are Africa, Maghreb, and Morocco 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 and Berber Tribes of Morocco. 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 $250 and tops out at $6,500 while the average work can sell for $575.