Used Poufs
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Used Poufs
Oak, Linen, Cotton
1960s Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Upholstery
Early 20th Century French Provincial Used Poufs
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Modern Used Poufs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Poufs
Suede, Wood
20th Century Post-Modern Used Poufs
Upholstery
1980s English Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century American Used Poufs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Folk Art Used Poufs
Brass
Late 20th Century American Regency Used Poufs
Metal
Early 19th Century English Used Poufs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Leather
2010s American Other Used Poufs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Wool, Beech
Late 20th Century American Used Poufs
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Metal
1960s Hollywood Regency Used Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
1980s Philippine Regency Used Poufs
Upholstery, Resin
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Poufs
Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century English Victorian Used Poufs
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Leather
1980s American Neoclassical Used Poufs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Velvet
2010s Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Rosewood, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Velvet, Wood
1970s Italian Space Age Used Poufs
Metal
Early 2000s American Hollywood Regency Used Poufs
Faux Leather
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Metal, Nickel
Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Used Poufs
Walnut
Early 2000s French Used Poufs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Used Poufs
Steel, Chrome
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Fabric, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Bouclé, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Regency Used Poufs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Poufs
Leather, Teak
2010s American Used Poufs
Iron
Early 20th Century English Used Poufs
Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
1980s American French Provincial Used Poufs
Brass
19th Century Southeast Asian Anglo-Indian Used Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Upholstery
20th Century Used Poufs
Sheepskin
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Used Poufs
Leather, Bentwood
20th Century American Used Poufs
Wood
20th Century Danish Used Poufs
Wood
2010s American Used Poufs
Metal
1960s Italian Used Poufs
1960s Danish Used Poufs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Used Poufs
Velvet, Wood, Giltwood, Upholstery
1960s Danish Used Poufs
Leather
20th Century American Empire Used Poufs
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Poufs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Poufs
Fabric, Upholstery
20th Century American Used Poufs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Used Poufs
Fabric
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Finding the Right Ottomans-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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pouf is a cushioned stool that typically sits lower than the height of a sofa seat. Poufs come in all colors, shapes and fabric types and can be used as a seat, foot stool, side table or simply a focal point in your room decor. On 1stDibs, find a collection of poufs and other furniture from top sellers.
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