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Ottomans and Poufs For Sale
Napoleon III French Giltwood Twisted Rope Ottoman/Stool. Tan Mohair Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Napoleon III carved giltwood "Rope" stool or ottoman. Tan Mohair upholstery on wooden base carved into a knotted rope. Fournier style pouf with gold finish. Please see pics f...
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Ottomans and Poufs

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Mohair, Giltwood

Slide Design Chubby Low Pouf in Sweet Fuchsia by Marcel Wanders
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chubby Low belongs to Chubby family of products, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders. It is a footrest with an original and linear design, which reminds the natural massive...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Plastic

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

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Brass, Steel

White Mongolian Sheepskin and Polished Brass Armchair and Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair is as refined as it is comfortable. Designed to pair with any of the Inheritance Seating options, the Ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to ...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Steel

Teal Emma Shipley Velvet Soft Pink Velvet Mushroom Ottoman
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 22”W x 22”D x 20”H Price As Shown: $1,250 each COM Price: $800 each Customization may change the price. How We Work: Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design an...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Velvet, Maple

Pouf - Safari Spot Velvet Pouf on Black Base - Gold
Located in New York, NY
Available in two unique colors, the Safari Spot Velvet Pouf showcases the beautiful natural pattern of a leopard. Self-piped velvet fabric sits atop a powder-coated black base. Perfe...
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2010s South African Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Walker Weed Gordon Keeler Iron Woven Leather Ottoman Stool Bench 1950s MCM
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Designed by Gordon Keeler and Walker Weed. A very understated and angular welded iron rod contoured footstool. Rather wide and heavy, without a right ang...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Iron

Hygge Puff Designed by Saccal Design House Outdoor Tricot Dark Brown Travertine
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Hygge Puff Designed by Saccal Design House in Outdoor Fabric Dark Brown and Travertine The Hygge Collection is inspired by contemporary architecture in Portugal, it speaks of its Ro...
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2010s Ottomans and Poufs

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Travertine

Danish Modern Scoop Arm Walnut Lounge Chair with Adjustable Ottoman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Danish modern scoop arm walnut lounge chair with adjustable ottoman. Solid walnut construction with very stylish swooped arms.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Walnut

De Sede Ottoman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
De Sede patchwork leather ottoman in varying shades / patina of green Priced individually Multiple colors available. *Sage ottoman with storage, not in stock
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1960s Swiss Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Custom Made Oak and Shearling Round Ottoman
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design Blek Ottoman A custom-made round ottoman with solid wood frame developed & produced at our workshops in London. This examples have frames in oiled European oak an...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut

Gueridon Ottoman in COM, tons of options
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

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Upholstery, Wood

Moroccan Upholstered Red and Gold Fabric Pouf
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

Blue Leather Togo Ottoman by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France, 1980s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
This authentic Michel Ducaroy design for Ligne Roset is the iconic Togo Ottoman, executed in France during the 1980s. The piece features supple Blue Leather upholstery, defining the ...
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1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Swivel Mushroom Top Post Modern Style Ottoman Pouf in Ivory White Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Post Modern style swivel top Mushroom Ottomans or Poufs freshly upholstered in luxuriously soft ivory white bouclé are the perfect blend of form and function. Sexy Modern sculptural silhouette. Whether used for additional seating or for resting a delicious charcuterie platter, you and your guests will appreciate the swivel top feature. When seated, guests can swivel about and converse more freely. Trays or platters filled with goodies can rest atop and rotate for a more comfortable entertaining experience. Or simply rest your legs over these large and comfortable super soft ottomans after a long day with a good book and a glass of wine. The ivory white bouclé is rated highly durable (over 50k double rubs) and cleans up easily without damaging or compromising the fabric. Its texture breathes and works quite well in both cool and warm climates. Adjustable sizes. May be upholstered in Customer's Own Material (C.O.M.). Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Photographed along with and currently available in our shop: Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Marilyn Sofa...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Bouclé, Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Asian Cotton Upholstery Ottoman Decorative x Base, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern ottoman, footstools in blue/white Asian motif cotton fabric with decorative X Stretcher. In all original Condition with some wear to the fabric. We recomme...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Cotton, Foam, Wood

Black Leather Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chair by H.W. Klein for Bramin, 1960s
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Vintage design swivelchair This stunning black leather swivel chair by renowned designer H.W. Klein for Bramin embodies both comfort and sophisticated design. Crafted in the mid-cent...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Chic Pair of Mid Century Modern Pillow Top Upholstered Ottomans
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super chic custom pair of square upholstered pillow top ottomans having a stylish combo of grey flannel bases with grey, blue and cream patterned tops. The sensual fabric reminds us...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Modern Porthos Pouf Ottoman Bronze Mint Green Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Porthos Pouf Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in a mint green jacquard velvet on the si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Oak, Velvet, Jacquard, Wood

Pair of Ottomans by Harvey Probber, New White Upholstery, Signed, Ready to Use
Located in Kansas City, MO
Two matching Harvey Probber ottomans expertly reupholstered in a white / ivory soft blended fabric. The metal black enameled legs show signs of ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Art Deco Pouf Upholstered in Original Fabric- Jindrich Halabala
Located in New York City, NY
An original and captivating Art Deco silk upholstered pouf, attributed to Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody. This stool exhibits a delightful conical shape cushion reminiscent of a ha...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric

Pragh Footstool
Located in Viby J, DK
The Pragh Chair, designed in the 1940s by renowned Danish craftsman Henry Hans Schubell, stands as an enduring symbol of Scandinavian elegance and comfort. With its organic curves an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wood, Oak

Set of 8 Camaleonda Sittings Designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Set of modular armchairs and poufs in brown corduroy, mod. Camaleonda designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1970. The set consists of 8 elements: - 5 armchairs (cm 71H x 65...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

Hollywood Regency Black and Cream Tufted Bench after Milo Baughman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A black and cream tufted bench seat after Milo Baughman. This lovely bench is upholstered in a black and cream fabric with small cream medallion fac...
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

Yellow Linen Mushroom Ottoman
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 22”W x 22”D x 20”H Seat Height: 20" Price As Shown: $1,315 each COM Price: $800 each Customization may change the price. How We Work: Made to order by Connecticut-based fu...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Linen, Faux Fur, Maple

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall for Craft Assoc. Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Wilmington, DE
What a find. Offered is a beautiful Mid-Century Modern lounge chair and ottoman, designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates (2174C). This set has been fastidiously restored (re...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Wood

Pouf - Thanda Tortoise Velvet Pouf on Black Base - Silver
Located in New York, NY
Available in two unique colors, the Thanda Tortoise Velvet Pouf showcases an interpretation of Leopard Tortoise's shell and their instinct to retract into their safe home, shielded f...
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2010s South African Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Soriana Pouf by Afra Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scarpa; Afra & Tobia Scarpa; Soriana; Cassina; Pouf; Ottoman; Red Fabric; 1970s; Mid-Century Modern; Italian Design; Italy; Pair of red Soriana poufs des...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Chrome

Acerbis Life Sofa and Pouf in Brown Upholstery with Dark Stained Walnut Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created in 1975 by Florentine architect Roberto Monsani, Life is a modular sofa and an armchair with a soft seat. The compact design allows great versatility, while the large seat gives a pleasant cosy feeling. Providing a combination of full and empty spaces, it is an architecture that affects the space creating a harmonious balance between form and function. Originally created with a plexiglass shell, which was avant-garde for the time, today’s version reverses the direction towards the cabinetmakers’ world and expertise. Structure and upholstery An upholstered system with modular elements, made of veneered, brushed open grain curved birch plywood in black ash and dark stained walnut finishes. A hidden element hooking system. The backrest and seat cushions are in polyurethane foam with feather upholstery. The upholstery fabric enhances its softness, covers the sofa in all its parts and is completely removable. Possibility of purchasing additional cover upholstery. The following elements are available: seat module, pouf S and pouf M. Roberto Monsani started his professional career in Florence by designing homes and urban development plans in Tuscany. Between the 1970s and 1990s he designed commercial buildings and shops in Europe, America and Asia. In 1973, from the restructuring of a sales centre inside Palazzo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Dank Storage Pouffe Khana Colection by Hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
While the original leather cover is located on the upper part of the pouf, the handcrafted woven details on its body refer to Anatolian motifs in harmony with the general design lang...
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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Konekt Thing Ottoman Pill in Satin Black with Horse Hair and Velvet
Located in New York, NY
A larger version of our Thing stools, the Thing ottoman features a luxuriously upholstered top, accented with the warmth of brass and the coarseness of h...
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2010s American Ottomans and Poufs

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Brass

Ligne Roset Limited Edition Lounge Chairs Beanbags Arti Ecru Fabric
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Ligne Roset Limited Edition Lounge Chairs Bean Bags. Ligne Roset France with pure comfort and welcoming malleability, organic modernism lounge chairs and ant...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Minimalist Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric

Kilim 4 Pouf by Nani Marquina and Marcos Catalán for Nanimarquina
Located in Glendale, CA
'Kilim 4' Pouf by Nani Marquina and Marcos Catalán for Nanimarquina. Executed in 100% hand-spun Afghan wool with a birch base and flame-retardant filling, this decorative accessory ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wool, Birch

Bunny Williams Red Tape Stool in Natural Woven Cowhide with Ebony Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
Bunny Williams Red Tape Stool in Natural Woven Cowhide with Ebony Legs This stool by Bunny Williams is an amazing accent piece that will work in all sorts of decor. The fabric uphol...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Brazilian Rosewood Ottoman or Stool
Located in Oakland, CA
c. 1955 Brazilian rosewood ottoman crafted of solid Brazilian rosewood and upholstered in the original green mohair. Measurements W 21.50 x D 21 x H 14.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Mohair, Rosewood

Napoleon III Style Twisted Rope Frame Ottoman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Glamorously Chic Faux Fur Carved Rope ottoman. In the style of Parisian Upholsterer A.M.E. Fournier. Sculptural carved frame has the illusion of kn...
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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Faux Fur

White Hide and Matte Black Tambour Round Ottoman by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White hide and matte black 'Tambour' round ottoman by Design Frères. Upholstered firm for use as an ottoman / coffee table. Great for dens / media rooms, with books, tray... or feet!.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

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...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Sheepskin, Hickory, Leather

Giant Green Pouf Ottoman
Located in Greenwich, CT
Giant pouf ottoman, sturdy enough to sit on or to support a small tray. Fabric is a traditional Turkish Dot design with a modern twist. A contrasting boucle...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

VINTAGE GREAT HARDWICKE TAPESTRY FABRIC OTTOMAN WITH TASSELS AND FRiNGE
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Exceptional Vintage Great Hardwicke Tapestry Fabric Ottoman. Custom-made by Dudgeon in London, it is a true statement...
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20th Century British Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Tapestry

Contemporary Round Black And White Pouf Ottoman
Located in Pasadena, TX
A round contemporary pouf or ottoman in black and white striped fabric with pleated sides.
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Late 20th Century Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Contemporary Ottoman Assemble by Destroyers/Builders, Bangar Sand
Located in Paris, IDF
Ottoman 'Assemble' by Destroyers/Builders Dimensions: L 87 W 103 H 40 CM Code / Color : V9020366 - Bangar Sand The Assemble sofa designed by destroyers/...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Aluminum

Thayer Coggin Milo Baughman Upholstered Walnut Plinth Base Ottoman Footstool
Located in Stafford, TX
This ottoman will be perfect with any walnut plinth base case sofa or club chair! It needs new upholstery cushion as seen. Message with questions.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Soriana Chair and Ottoman by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina Black Leather, Italy, 1969
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Gorgeous Soriana chair and pouf by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, circa 1970. The set has been reupholstered in very high-end soft Italian calf skin leather. Please note: t...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Chrome

Custom made Gueridon Bench, COM Upholstery, Made in USA.
Located in Stratford, CT
INTRODUCTION Gueridon handmade ottoman benches are made to order to your liking and specifications. 100% made in USA. Following the success of its ottomans, GUERIDON launched a ful...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Barrel Ottoman by Holly Hunt, Whiskey Mohair Polished Nickel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vladimir Kagan Mohair 100BF Barrel Ottoman, Polished Nickel, Holly Hunt. Gorgeous Whiskey Mohair Custom piece. Rare metal polished nickel legs. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Stainless Steel

Sheepskin Leather pouf or Ottoman with storage 1970s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Sheepskin pouf or Ottoman .Camel color With storage inside . Manufactured by Bendic Internationel Very good quality Pouf . Please ask for cheaper shipment solutions
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather

Vintage Adrian Pearsall Ottoman
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Adrian Pearsall ottoman. Was beautifully refinished and comes with a cushion. If being used as small benches you may need to firm up ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wood

Vintage Regency Tufted Leather Ottoman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Anchor your living space with this substantial and sophisticated round tufted ottoman. Upholstered in a soft, creamy beige leather or microsuede, this piece exudes a timeless eleganc...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

Pair of custom made Gueridon Ottomans, COM fabric, Made in USA.
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 of fully customizable ottomans, stools, benches, and day beds. All designs share the same 4 L shaped legs, signature of the Gueridon line. We offer a wide range of customizations. Here is the idea. Only you know what’s best to match your interior. Therefore, you provide us with your fabric (COM). Size, upholstery, wood staining? Your choice: we offer a wide range of options. From the same original base with 4 thick L shaped legs, we can also build a stool, a bench, or a day bed. HOW IT WORKS...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Upholstery, Wood

Narrow European Natural Linen Ottoman on Antique Brass Casters
Located in Malibu, CA
A lovely bench/ottoman upholstered in durable imported Belgian linen with shapely ball-and-ring turned legs. The frame is made of hardwood with the hand painted in the same shade as ...
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20th Century Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Linen, Hardwood

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

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Fabric

Pair of Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottomans with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round ottoman Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in Moonlight sheepskin with oiled oak ball feet...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Sheepskin, Oak

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...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Velvet, Wenge

Gervasoni Kubo XL Ottoman /Bed in Munch Upholstery Wood Base by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Reinterpretation of the typical oriental bed, the Kubo free-standing bed is all about transformation: the removable slatted base, hidden under the folding...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Brass and Pink Pouf s Ottoman s, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of brass and pink pouf's ottoman's, 1970s. Karl Springer attributed Awesome pair of pink pouf's. Brass bases with patina on the brass. Perfec...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Dunbar, USA 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Edward Wormley lounge chair with ottoman by Dunbar, USA 1960s Dunbar lounge chair with ottoman. The measurements given apply to the Lounge Chair. The ottoman measures 60cm depth, 60...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Wood

Saturn Pouffe Small, Ottoman, Modern, Sculptural, Chrome Frame and Ivory Boucle
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The Saturn pouffe utilises gathered bilboquet seat construction, to create a more simplified but still incredibly distinctive form. The The Saturn pouffe utilises gathered bilboque...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal, Chrome

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

Kagan for Directional Midcentury Lounge Chairs with Ottoman, Pair
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Directional midcentury lounge chairs with ottoman - pair Each chair measures: 35.25 wide x 35.25 deep x 28....
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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Metal

Antique and Vintage Ottomans and Poufs

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.

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