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Danish Hardwood Ottomans and Poufs

Upholstered teak ottoman/stool, by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Møbler, Denmark
By Hugo Frandsen
Located in Schwerin, MV
Two identical teak ottomans/stools, designed by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Møbler Denmark in the 1960s, upholstered in black faux leather. Suitable as a footrest for an armchair or a...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Midcentury Danish Teak Leather Storage Side Table with Wheels or Ottoman Stool
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Striking midcentury Danish design storage stool or side table with wheels, multifunctional with a removable top offering useful storage and two additional drawers. One of the drawers...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Plastic, Teak, Plywood

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 Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Stool / Ottoman
Danish Modern Teak Stool / Ottoman
$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
H 11.63 in W 19 in D 13.38 in
Leather Ottoman / Footstool by Ole Wanscher for France Søn, Denmark, c. 1960s
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Deland, FL
This elegant Rio Ottoman, designed by Ole Wanscher for France & Søn, embodies the refined simplicity of Mid-Century Scandinavian design with its solid teak construction. Newly uphol...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Danish Modern Teak Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Denmark, circa 1970
By Arne Vodder, Maurice Villency
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful highback lounge chair with ottoman probably made around 1970 or early in that decade. It is Danish but we are unsure of the Designer and maker as it is unmarked. However, i...
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Teak

Upholstered teak ottoman/stool, by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Møbler, Denmark
By Hugo Frandsen
Located in Schwerin, MV
Teak ottoman/stool, designed by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Møbler, Denmark in the 1960s, upholstered in dark gray leather. No manufacturer's evidence on the wood. Very good condition...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak, Leather, Upholstery

Upholstered teak ottoman/stool, by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Møbler, Denmark
Upholstered teak ottoman/stool, by Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Møbler, Denmark
$475 Sale Price
20% Off
H 14.97 in W 20.87 in D 14.97 in
Rare 1960 s teak ottoman by Grete Jalk for France Søn, Denmark
By France Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Bern, CH
Rare 1960's teak ottoman designed by Danish designer Grete Jalk for France & Søn, Denmark. Solid teak frame with black leather upholstery. Designer: Grete Jalk Producer: France & Søn...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Pair of Teak and White Leather Upholstered Ottomans
Located in Madrid, ES
Two stained hardwood stools. Seat upholstered in white leather and tufted with leather-covered buttons at a later date.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Pair of Teak and White Leather Upholstered Ottomans
Pair of Teak and White Leather Upholstered Ottomans
$2,256 / set
H 15.75 in W 26.78 in D 15.75 in
Hugo Frandsen Teak Ottoman - Spottrup Stolefabrik, Denmark
By Spøttrup Stolefabrik, Hugo Frandsen
Located in Bern, CH
1960's teak ottoman designed by Danish architect Hugo Frandsen for Spøttrup Stolefabrik, Denmark. Solid teak frame with black leather upholstery Designer: Hugo Frandsen Producer: Spø...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

c. 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottoman by Hugo Frandsen for Spottrup
By Hugo Frandsen
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1960s Danish mid century modern ottoman by Hugo Frandsen for Spottrup. Labeled/branded. Teak. Apparently original fabric with light wear a few spots from use as a coffee ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak

Arne Hovmand Olsen ottoman in black patinated leather and teak. 1960s
By Kolds Savvaerk, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Hovmand Olsen ottoman of patinated leather. Legs of solid teak. Made by Kolds Savværk.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Hugo Frandsen Ottoman by Spøttrup, 1960s Denmark
By Hugo Frandsen
Located in Balen, BE
Teak ottoman or stool designed by Hugo Frandsen, upholstered with a very dark olive green/nearly black analine leather for Spøttrup Møbler Denmark. Great piece to accompany a lounge ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Hugo Frandsen Ottoman by Spøttrup, 1960s Denmark
Hugo Frandsen Ottoman by Spøttrup, 1960s Denmark
$890
H 14.57 in W 20.87 in D 14.97 in
teak ottoman by Inger Klingenberg for France Daverkosen
By France Daverkosen, Inger Klingenberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
great teak framed stool or footrest. new Upholstery. teak is in great shape. works great as an ottoman or a sitting stool.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak

Stool in Teak and Yellow Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ottoman, teak, wood, fabric, Europe, 1950s Simple in its design, this stool features an open framework in teak with tapered legs. Its unassuming design allows it to blend seamlessly...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak, Wood, Fabric

Stool in Teak and Yellow Upholstery
Stool in Teak and Yellow Upholstery
$1,250
H 14.57 in W 24.41 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Footstools or Ottomans Papa Bear Style
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful pair of Danish footstools from the 1950's in solid teak top and solid legs in oak. Very elegant with tall legs. They are very similar to the Footstool that goes with the fa...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Cotton, Teak

20thC Danish Beech Framed Chairs Ottoman, Bruno Mathsson Eva, C.197
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A Pair of lounge chairs designed in 1938 by Bruno Mathssen but not finalised until ten years later and finally named the Eva Arm Chair in 1978 when it had evolved into a more upright...
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20th Century Danish Armchairs

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Beech

Danish Modern Tripod Ottoman in Cognac Leather
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Leather, Teak Measurements: 15.5″ wide x 15.5″ tall CONDITION: Newly upholstered in cognac leather. In ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Outdoor Virkelyst Pouf in Teak and Honey Yellow Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and honey yellow fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Teak, Wood

Outdoor Virkelyst Pouf in Teak and Golden Yellow Striped Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and golden yellow striped fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Wood, Teak

Outdoor Virkelyst Pouf in Teak and Ash Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and ash fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Teak, Wood

Outdoor 
Virkelyst
 Pouf in Teak and Ash Fabric for Skagerak
Outdoor 
Virkelyst
 Pouf in Teak and Ash Fabric for Skagerak
$1,799 / item
H 16.9 in W 27.5 in D 29.5 in
Outdoor Virkelyst Pouf in Teak and Charcoal Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and charcoal fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Teak, Wood

Outdoor 
Virkelyst
 Pouf in Teak and Charcoal Fabric for Skagerak
Outdoor 
Virkelyst
 Pouf in Teak and Charcoal Fabric for Skagerak
$1,799 / item
H 16.9 in W 27.5 in D 29.5 in
Outdoor Virkelyst Pouf in Teak and White Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and white fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Wood, Teak

Outdoor 
Virkelyst
 Pouf in Teak and White Fabric for Skagerak
Outdoor 
Virkelyst
 Pouf in Teak and White Fabric for Skagerak
$1,799 / item
H 16.9 in W 27.5 in D 29.5 in
Outdoor Virkelyst Pouf in Teak and Sea Blue Striped Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and sea blue striped fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Teak, Wood

Outdoor Virkelyst Pouf in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' pouf in teak and papyrus fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian de...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wood, Teak

Outdoor 
Virkelyst
 Pouf in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
Outdoor 
Virkelyst
 Pouf in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
$1,799 / item
H 16.9 in W 27.5 in D 29.5 in
Pair of Danish Modern Ottomans by Spottrup
By Spøttrup Stolefabrik
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of beautiful ottomans produced by Spottrup Mobler, Denmark, circa 1960s. Teak wood, reupholstered in silk/linen.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Teak

Pair of Danish Modern Ottomans by Spottrup
Pair of Danish Modern Ottomans by Spottrup
$2,400
H 15 in W 20.75 in D 15 in
Copenhagen Daybed, Macassar Wood, Cobalt Leather and Brass Legs
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Designed by Tom Nybroe for ToneArt, the Copenhagen series is designed and developed with respect for the combination of classic virtues and a modern quality of life. The Copenhage...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

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Brass

Copenhagen Daybed, Macassar Wood, Cobalt Leather and Brass Legs
Copenhagen Daybed, Macassar Wood, Cobalt Leather and Brass Legs
$8,311 / item
H 18.51 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Copenhagen Bench, Macassar Wood, Woven Black Leather and Brass Legs
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Designed by Tom Nybroe for ToneArt, the Copenhagen series is designed and developed with respect for the combination of classic virtues and a modern quality of life. The Copenhage...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

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Brass

Copenhagen Bench, Macassar Wood, Woven Black Leather and Brass Legs
Copenhagen Bench, Macassar Wood, Woven Black Leather and Brass Legs
$4,154 / item
H 18.51 in W 32.68 in D 16.93 in
Pair of Sven Ellekaer Three-Legged Stools in Teak, Chr. Linneberg, Denmark, 1962
By Sven Ellekaer , Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking pair of stools was designed by Sven Ellekaer and produced by Christian Linneberg Møbelfabrik in Denmark, 1962. The round seat pads are upholstered in a black and white ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Faux Leather, Teak, Wenge

Ib Kofod-Larsen for Povl Dinesen Danish Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Povl Dinesen
Located in New York, NY
Ib Kofod-Larsen for Povl Dinesen Danish modern lounge chair and ottoman. The lounge chair rocks slightly and the ottoman is height adjustable. Mechanism on the side of the chair lock...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Teak, Upholstery

Ottoman by Finn Juhl for France Son, 1950s
By France Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A simple and elegant ottoman or stool crafted of solid teak and upholstered seat in charcoal grey wool.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak, Upholstery

Ottoman by Finn Juhl for France 
Son, 1950s
Ottoman by Finn Juhl for France 
Son, 1950s
$5,800 / item
H 15 in W 23.5 in D 18 in

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Teak and Leather Ottoman by Erik Kolling Andersen with Peder Pedersen
By Peder Pedersen, Erik Andersen 1
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed in 1953 by Erik Kolling Andersen and produced by renowned cabinet maker Peder Pedersen, this leather ottoman appeared with his Prism chair at the annual Copenhagen Cabinetma...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 AP29 Stool by A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1959
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair AP19 & AP29 stool by A.P. Stolen Denmark 1959 Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair & AP29 foot stool produced by A.P. Stolen, Denmark 1959, distributed...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Oak, Teak

Frandsen Pink Velour Footrest 1970 Vintage
By Spøttrup Stolefabrik, Hugo Frandsen
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
Brilliant footrest from the 1960s-1970s. Scandinavian design - Hugo Franssen's design produced by Spottrup Stolefabrik. New upholstery made of velour in pink, solid teak construction...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Velvet, Teak

Frandsen Pink Velour Footrest 1970 Vintage
Frandsen Pink Velour Footrest 1970 Vintage
H 14.97 in W 20.87 in D 14.97 in
1960s Danish Modern Convertible Teak Side / End Table / Ottoman / Stool by
Located in Victoria, BC
1960s Danish teak side table that converts cleverly into a comfortable stool designed by Erik Buck. Excellent original condition.   
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak

Danish Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Hvidt Mølgaard
Located in Handewitt, DE
Midcentury Danish lounge chair and ottoman by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Model 130. Made in solid teak by France & Son. Original cushion in black leather (they need a new u...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Danish Teak Ottoman
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Princeton, NJ
Store closing-- last day is 7/31. Offers welcome! Vintage teak ottoman in the style of Adrian Pearsall.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Teak

Danish Teak Ottoman
Danish Teak Ottoman
H 17 in W 24 in D 18.5 in
Danish Midcentury Black Aniline Leather Teak Ottoman, Hugo Frandsen, Spøttrup
By Spøttrup Stolefabrik, Hugo Frandsen
Located in Denmark, DK
A Danish midcentury teak ottoman by Hugo Frandsen. Produced by Spøttrup. The ottoman is newly upholstered with smooth, black, high-end elegance aniline leather with natural markings ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Danish Midcentury Teak Ottoman Upholstered with Brown Aniline Leather
Located in Denmark, DK
A Danish midcentury ottoman newly upholstered with brown aniline leather. Tapered teak legs.  
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Danish Midcentury Teak Ottoman by Spøttrup, Brown Aniline Leather, Stamped
By Spøttrup Stolefabrik
Located in Denmark, DK
A Danish midcentury rosewood ottoman newly upholstered with brown aniline leather. New foam in the cushion. Produced by Spøttrup. Marked by the manufacturer.  
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Danish Midcentury Teak Ottoman by Spøttrup, Brown Aniline Leather, Stamped
By Spøttrup Stolefabrik
Located in Denmark, DK
A Danish midcentury rosewood ottoman newly upholstered with brown aniline leather. New foam in the cushion. Produced by Spøttrup. Marked by the manufacturer.  
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Vilhelm Lauritzen Pair of Teak Stools with Leather Seat
By Vilhelm Lauritzen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vilhelm Lauritzen Pair of teak stools with cognac colored Niger leather Designed, circa 1940 Manufactured by Fritz Hansen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Leather, Teak

Danish Teak and Black Vinyl Stool G Plan
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
The Danish designers of the mid-20th century were masters of their craft taking utilitarian pieces and redesigning them with a style and panache all of their own! Utilising new techn...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak

Danish Teak and Black Vinyl Stool G Plan
Danish Teak and Black Vinyl Stool G Plan
H 18.51 in W 22.05 in D 15.36 in
Rare Big Ottoman Model 272 Designed by Illum Wikkelsø for C.F. Christensen
By Illum Wikkelsø, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Helsingborg, SE
Rare big ottoman / footstool model 272 in teak with black saddle leather by Illum Wikkelsø for C.F. Christensen. Measurements ottoman: 59 x 59 x H: 42 cm.       
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Leather, Teak

Pair of Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Lounge Chairs and Ottoman, 1960
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Richmond, VA
A stunning pair of Danish chairs made of beechwood and ottoman of beechwood and oak sold by John Stuart Inc. The chairs have the early France and Davorken for John Stuart Inc. brande...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Beech, Cotton, Oak

Illum Wikkelsø Pair of Stools Model 272
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Illum Wikkelsøe pair of stools made in teak and leather. Manufacturer: C.F. Christensen.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Leather, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Pair of Stools Model 272
Illum Wikkelsø Pair of Stools Model 272
H 16.54 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Reclining Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164
By France Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Maastricht, NL
Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164. The chair reclines in 3 positions which provides optimal seating comfort. Manufactered and labeled by France & Son. The leather has...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Vintage Borge Mogensen Recliner and Ottoman
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Baltimore, MD
Vintage Borge Mogensen Recliner and Ottoman with beech frame and woven rattan back. In excellent vintage condition. Ottoman measurements: 23"W x 19.5"D x 14.5"H
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Beech, Fabric, Leather, Rattan

Danish ottoman/stool in teak and sheepskin, Scandinavian modern no.2
Located in Hägersten, SE
Large stool or ottoman by unknown danish designer and cabinetmaker. Very nice quality piece with eight way hand tied springs inside and new sheepskin upholstery in cream color. Tape...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Sheepskin, Teak

Danish ottoman/stool in teak and sheepskin, Scandinavian modern
Located in Hägersten, SE
Large stool or ottoman by unknown danish designer and cabinetmaker. Very nice quality piece with eight way hand tied springs inside and new upholstery of light beige sheepskin fur. ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Sheepskin, Teak

Upholstered teak ottoman/stool - KS Møbler, Denmark
Located in Schwerin, MV
Teak ottoman/stool, designed for KS Møbler Denmark in the 1960s, upholstered in a beige wool fabric. Manufacturer's stamp present. Suitable as a footrest for an armchair or as a stoo...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wool, Upholstery, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Cognac Leather Ottoman by Hans Olsen for CS Møbler, Denmark
By CS Møbler, Hans Olsen
Located in Almelo, NL
Scandinavian Modern Cognac Leather Ottoman byScandinavian Modern Cognac Leather Ottoman by Hans Olsen for CS Møbler, Denmark, 1960s This beautifully crafted Scandinavian Modern otto...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Beech

Børge Mogensen Ottoman, model 2202
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen ottoman original upholstered with brown leather. Legs of teak. Model 2202, made by Fredericia Furniture.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Børge Mogensen Ottoman, model 2202
Børge Mogensen Ottoman, model 2202
H 16.93 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Danish Leather Stool by Finn Juhl for France and Son
By Illum Wikkelsø, Hans J. Wegner, Finn Juhl, France Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very comfortable leather stools from the 1960s. Very nice design and high -quality workmanship. The teak frame is particularly beautifully shaped. The new leather pillo...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Scandinavian modern teak footstool by SL Mobler
By SL Mobler
Located in Minneapolis, MN
An original danish modern teak ottoman with an angled top designed to maximize comfort in use. top has an organic ‘wedge’ shape and newer modern upholstery that looks vintage — a te...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak

Børge Mogensen Ottomans
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen ottoman original upholstered with brown leather. Legs of teak. Model 2202, made by Fredericia Furniture. Matching two, three seater sofas and pair of lounge chairs ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Børge Mogensen Ottomans
Børge Mogensen Ottomans
H 16.93 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Danish Ottoman in Beech Bouclé by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig, Denmark, c. 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a true Danish Modern masterpiece: an ultra-rare footstool designed by the incomparable Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig. This iconic ottoman, paired well with several Larsen ar...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Beech

Teak Leather Cube Storage Ottoman
Located in London, GB
A very high quality teak and leather ottoman/storage cube on wheels. The soft leather cushion lifts off its fixings to reveal the finger holed lid of the storage area within. It mov...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

Teak 
Leather Cube Storage Ottoman
Teak 
Leather Cube Storage Ottoman
H 18.51 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Ejner Larsen Aksel Bender Madsen ottoman in leather and teak, Ludvig Pontoppid
By Ludvig Pontoppidan, Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen ottoman in leather and teak. Made by Ludvig Pontoppidan.   
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak, Leather

Danish Art Deco, A Round Footstool, Reupholstered Seat in Lambswool, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A lovely round Art Deco stool in beech and reupholstered seat in a great quality shearling lambswool. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1940s. This nice footstool will fit in man...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Beech, Lambskin

Two Mid-Century Stools by Arne Vodder FD164 Ottomans France Son, Denmark 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in München, BY
Two very nice stools designed by Arne Vodder for France & Son, Denmark 1962. They were originally designed as ottomans of the FD164 adjustable armchair. But they can also be used as ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Teak

Pair of Danish Folding Stools in Teak and Leather 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pair of danish teak folding stools / ottoman. Made in solid teak and cognac leather. With beautiful details. Denmark 1960s. In original condition. Can use also as ottoman.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

A Pair of Danish Art Deco Footstools, Reupholstered in Vintage Velvet, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A charming pair of Art Deco stools in beech and reupholstered "seats" in a fine vintage velvet from the 90s. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1940s. These nice vintage footstool...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Velvet, Beech

Niels Otto Møller Danish Teak Ottoman or Bench Model 80a for J.L. Møllers Mødels
By Niels Otto Møller, Möllers Armaturfabrik
Located in St. Louis, MO
Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark, model 80A ottoman or bench first designed in 1963 Stamped (J.L. Møller Models made in Denmark) underneath ottoman. Features...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Textile, Teak

Ottoman for Falcon Chair in Leather by Sigurd Ressel for Vatne Møbler, c. 1970 s
By Vatne Møbler
Located in Deland, FL
About: Introducing a rare early "Falcon Chair" ottoman designed by the highly influential Sigurd Resell in 1971 and produced throughout the end of the 20th Century in Norway by Vatne...
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Beech

France Søn Stool in Leather and Teak
By France Søn
Located in Waalwijk, NL
France & Søn stool, poof or ottoman, leather, teak, Denmark, 1960s Modest and elegant stool designed and produced in Denmark in the 1960s. This rectangular stool has a frame that is...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Teak

France 
Søn Stool in Leather and Teak
France 
Søn Stool in Leather and Teak
H 15.95 in W 22.84 in D 19.3 in
Teak Ottoman by Paul Jensen for Selig
By Poul Jensen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Superb solid teak ottoman by Poul Jensen that pairs with the famous ’Z Chair’ also designed by Jensen for Selig. For such a small piece of furniture there are many nice details inclu...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak

Teak Ottoman by Paul Jensen for Selig
Teak Ottoman by Paul Jensen for Selig
H 15.25 in W 24 in D 17.75 in
Niels Møller Ottoman with Danish Cord Seat
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Niels Møller's Model 78A ottoman, designed in 1963 is a simple footrest with Danish cord upholstery and slightly tapered legs, manufactured by the designer's family company, JL Mølle...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Papercord, Teak

Identical Papa Bear Ottomans AP-29 by Hans J. Wegner A. P. Stolen, Denmark 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Ystad, SE
This pair of identical Papa Bear Ottomans AP-29 by Hans J. Wegner for A. P. Stolen, Denmark 1950s were acquired directly from the children of the original owner. Both ottomans have ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wool, Upholstery, Oak, Teak

1960s Mid-Century Modern Teak Ottoman
Located in San Carlos, CA
Excellent Mid-Century Modern ottoman, footrest or stool with teak legs and a black vinyl upholstery covering the original (but in terrible shape) red cloth upholstery. The black make...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Teak

1960s Mid-Century Modern Teak Ottoman
1960s Mid-Century Modern Teak Ottoman
H 18.75 in W 23 in D 20 in
Pair of Danish Modern Triangle Ottomans in Raf Simons Atom Wool
Located in Berkeley, CA
This Danish modern midcentury ottoman can be paired with your favorite lounge chair or used alone for additional seating! The triangular cushion dips in the center and is supported b...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak

Pair of Danish Midcentury Mongolian Sheepskin Lounge Chairs Ottomans
Located in Norwalk, CT
Relax in sheer bliss with this rare and exquisite pair of Danish mid-century easy chairs and footstools. Upholstered in shaggy, plush white Mongolian sheepskin, these chairs provide ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Teak

Finn Juhl Easy Chair and Ottoman Bwana by France Daverkosen / Denmark
By France Daverkosen, Finn Juhl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Finn Juhl easy chair and ottoman, Bwana by France & Daverkosen, made in Denmark. Excellent condition. Wonderful patina, color and finish. Extremely comfortable. Retains original meta...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Naugahyde, Teak

Danish Modern Teak and Lambskin Ottomans by Hugo Frandsen, 1960s, Set of 2
By Spøttrup Stolefabrik, Hugo Frandsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern teak and Lambskin ottomans by Hugo Frandsen, 1960s. Set of 2. Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern teak stools designed by Danish architect Hugo Frandsen and manufactured...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Lambskin, Teak

Danish Stool / Ottoman by Hugo Frandsen for Spottrup Mobler
By Hugo Frandsen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A smaller sized teak wood framed ottoman or stool with an upholstered cushion designed by Hugo Frandsen for Spottrup Mobler Denmark. Great piece to acompany a lounge chair or just us...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Teak

Niels O. Møller designed Model 80a Ottoman in Cowhide
By Neils O. Möller
Located in San Francisco, CA
Niels O. Møller designed Model 80a Ottoman Solid Teak legs, with the seating area reimagined in Cowhide.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Cowhide, Teak

Teak Danish Modern Ottoman by Spottrup
Located in Fulton, CA
Spottrup Mobler Teak Danish Modern ottoman with original suede upholstery. Excellent original condition. retains "Spottrup" label and retailers label from Copenhagen of San Francisco...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Suede, Teak

Teak Danish Modern Ottoman by Spottrup
Teak Danish Modern Ottoman by Spottrup
H 16.25 in W 20.63 in D 15 in
Niels Otto Møller Model 78a Teak Stool for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
By Neils O. Möller, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage model 78A stool in oiled teak with a woven paper cord seat by Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. Designer: Niels Otto Møller Manufacturer: J.L. Møllers Møb...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Papercord, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Danish Footstool with Woven Paper Cord Seat, 1960
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous footstool from Denmark with a teak frame and a woven papercord seat. In very good condition with some water stains on the seat.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Papercord, Teak

Niels Otto Moller Teak Stool Model 80a by JL Moller
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in San Mateo, CA
Model 80a stool designed by Niels Otto Moller and manufactured by J.L. Moller of Denmark. This has teal legs with an upholstered seat. The upholstery is possibly original but may be ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Upholstery, Teak

1960s Danish Modern Ottoman by Inger Klingenberg for France Son
By France Søn, Inger Klingenberg
Located in Oakland, CA
Ottoman based on the Model 193 chair by Danish Designer Inger Klingenberg (1932-1997) for France & Son and imported by Modern Art collector and high end Danish Modern furniture impor...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Teak

Hans Wegner Teak Papa Bear Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
This is a stunning example of a classic Danish Modern ottoman. It was designed by Hans J. Wegner to go with his famous 'Papa Bear Chair' (Model AP-29) in the 1950s. The Wegner ottoma...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Teak Papa Bear Ottoman
Hans Wegner Teak Papa Bear Ottoman
H 15.75 in W 27.5 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Danish Footrest or Hocker from the 1960s, Denmark
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Danish footrest or hocker from the 1960s, Denmark. Danish vintage footstool or ottoman. The footstool or hocker has a black skai seat and a teak wooden frame and legs. ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Teak

Niels Otto Møller Model 80a Teak Wood with Papercord, Denmark, 1960
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Oirlo, LI
Niels Otto Møller Model 80a teak wood with papercord Denmark 1960 Very nice and rare stool model 80A designed by Niels Otto Møller and manufactured by J.L. Møller Mobelfabrik, Den...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Papercord, Teak

Danish Modern Stained Teak and Vinyl Ottoman / Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Danish Modern ottoman in stained teak with black vinyl upholstered seat / cushion (ca. 1960s). Cushion is in good, vintage shape, and teak has been newly refinished; only...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Naugahyde, Teak

1970s Bouclé Ottoman by Grete Jalk
By Grete Jalk
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden ottoman with upholstered seat designed by Grete Jalk, produced in Denmark circa 1970. Small ottoman on a wooden frame with fuzzy bouclé seat. A key figure in the history of ...
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

1970s Bouclé Ottoman by Grete Jalk
1970s Bouclé Ottoman by Grete Jalk
H 15 in W 22.4 in D 18.9 in
Teak Danish Modern Z Chair and Ottoman by Selig
By Selig, Poul Jensen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
The sleek, classic lines of this iconic Danish chair from the late 1950s are instantly recognizable. Designed by Poul Jensen for Selig, this rare Z-Chair and ottoman are both crafted...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Teak Ottoman by Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare solid teak ottoman designed by Kofod Larsen for Selig we have cleaned and oiled the base put new straps and new fabric by, Maharam its missing the medallion tag as shown on the ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Teak

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Danish Hardwood Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of danish hardwood ottomans and poufs available on 1stDibs. Danish hardwood ottomans and poufs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern danish hardwood ottomans and poufs are consistently popular styles. Large danish hardwood ottomans and poufs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller danish hardwood ottomans and poufs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 13 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Danish hardwood ottomans and poufs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Hans J. Wegner, Finn Juhl and France Søn are consistently popular.

How Much are Danish Hardwood Ottomans and Poufs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,456, while they’re typically $323 on the low end and $42,512 highest priced.

Finding the Right Ottomans And Poufs for You

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.