20th Century Suede Ottomans and Poufs
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman in Navy Blue Suede with Caster Wheels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our Mid-Century Modern ottoman, a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. Hand-crafted from wood and in excellent condition, this ottoman captures the essence of a mid-c...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
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H 16 in W 30 in D 19 in
1970s Weiman X Brass Suede Bench Stool Ottoman
By Weiman/Warren Lloyd
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare X brass and suede stool or mini bench is statement piece which is packed with personality! Just look at the details on this beauty! These pieces are individually...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair Rustic Full Grain Leather Upholstered Ottoman Stools with Nailhead Trims
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful Pair of Full Grain Leather Upholstered and distressed by design, ottomans / Stools with Nail Head Trims. Full grain leather on top and pure brown suede leather on the side....
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Late 20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Suede
H 19.75 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in
Saporiti Onda Lounge Chair and Ottoman Suede, Italy, 1970
By Saporiti
Located in Chicago, IL
Saporiti Onda lounge chairs Suede, Italy, 1970. Original excellent condition. Ottomans measure 28.5" wide x 21" deep x 15.5" tall.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Luciano Frigeri Lounge Chair and Ottomann "SAMURAI", Italy, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Luciano Frigeri Lounge Chair and Ottomann "SAMURAI", Italy, 1960s
Introducing the "Samuray" lounge chair and ottoman, an Italian midcentury design by Luciano Frigerio. Crafted in ...
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Mid-20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Suede, Walnut
Jay Spectre Midcentury American White Suede Upholstered Ottoman with Backrest
By Jay Spectre
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury American (1970s) barrel form ottoman with low backrest, upholstered in beige suede, featuring oval shaped, beveled legs extending up the sides. (Jay Spectre).
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Suede, Fabric, Wood
H 25 in W 21 in D 19 in
Pouffe Pouf Ottoman Suede Round Vintage 1950s Beige Flowerhead Footrest
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- Robust and fun Mid-Century Modern accenting piece
- Great for seating additional guests or as a footrest
- Stylish design
- Robust hard wearing suede
A vintage 1950s, pale, b...
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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede
Arteriors Woven Suede and Brass Stool
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Made in India. A square brass footed frame with gray suede webbing overall.
Good condition, just some expected tarnish to the brass but a nice patina.
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20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
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Brutalist frontdoor aluminium bronzed sculptural door
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Fantastic brutalist aluminium front door in Brutalist style.
Design of the 1960s.
Measurements: 195cm 95 cm
Very heavy.
Cast aluminium top, looks like bronze.
Can really be used a...
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20th Century German Brutalist Doors and Gates
Materials
Aluminum, Bronze
Giraffe dining Chair in Solid Brazilian Wood by Juliana Vasconcellos
By Juliana Lima Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
The Giraffe dining chair was designed with soft curves and slender, but with volume, bringing comfort and elegance. The base structure was thought with three feet. The upholstered se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 20.08 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö.
This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Textile
Huge Fully Restored Chesterfield Hand Dyed Brown Leather Hearth Footstool
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original, extra large, late Victorian, fully restored, Chesterfield cigar brown leather hearth footstool
A very good looking coll...
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Footstools
Materials
Leather
H 14.77 in W 60.04 in D 34.26 in
French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Footstools, Green Silk Damask Upholstery
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Pair of French ottomans, upholstered, padded and buttoned, with separate top cushions, Napoleon III Style, often referred to as "Le Style Rothschild", Pierre Frey Damask in a Raspber...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Stools
Materials
Damask, Silk, Giltwood
Italian Leather Pink P60 Chair by Vittorio Introini for Saporiti Italia, 1962
By Vittorio Introini, Saporiti
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
This model chair P60 has been designed around 1962 by Vittorio Introini for the experimental "proposals" for Saporiti Italia collection. This model is made from real leather in origi...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 32.29 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Pair of Italian Fabric and Wood Art Decò Poufs
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant pair of Italian Art Deco poufs from the 1930s. The poufs have a simple but at the same time very important and classic line. Made with a wooden frame in a square shape, this ...
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Brutalist Bar Stools, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Attractive hand crafted brutalist bar stools.
The stools are very sturdy and made from thick oak.
Good original condition.
1960s - Belgium
Dimensions:
Width: 32cm/12.59"...
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Brutalist Stools
Materials
Oak
Mauro Lipparini for Saporiti 'Ellypse' Sofa in Grey Upholstery
By Saporiti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mauro Lipparini for Saporiti, 'Ellypse' sofa, fabric, lacquered wood, chrome, Italy, 1970s
Mauro Lipparini, an Italian designer, has created the 'Ellypse' sofa for Saporiti, which s...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
1970s Chrome-Plated Recliner Chair and Ottoman Set with Bouclé Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the stylish world of mid-century modern design with our Chrome-Plated Recliner Chair and Ottoman set, a tribute to the iconic aesthetics of the 1970s, seamlessly blended wi...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Vintage Confidential Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in OSS, NB
Confidential Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti. Design from the 1970s. This Italian sofa has a graphical design with a colourful blue and green fabric.
Good condition with trace...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Onda Wave Lounge Chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti
By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti
Located in Basel, BS
Fantastic original Onda wave lounge chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1970s, in designer Velvet textile.
Original label on the chrome frame.
Dimensions
31.5"W × 33.5"D ×...
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Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Wooster Ottoman custom ottoman tufted wood base red pull tufted tight seat wood
Located in Ridgewood, NY
A poised piece, this simple yet energetic ottoman is another great balance of modern and traditional flair with a wide base to meet the proportions of the chair.
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2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 15 in W 25 in D 17 in
Ryo Lounge Chairs in Moss Green Velvet by Dagmar
Located in London, GB
Dagmar Ryo Lounge Chair
A custom made lounge chair developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in luxurious...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Kelly Wearstler Esfera Ottoman in Checker Mushroom Fabric
By Kelly Wearstler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Esfera Ottoman establishes an openly modern language of pure geometries and bold massing without compromising comfort. This versatile piece works well as a stool or seating and i...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
1970s De Sede DS61 Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
Hand-made in Switzerland by renowned furniture manufacturers De Sede, this 1970s leather sofa is simultaneously sophisticated and playful. The soft, slouchy folds of the cushions and...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
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Luciano Frigerio Attributed Lounge Chairs Pair and Ottoman Suede Leather, Italy
By De Sede, Percival Lafer, Luciano Frigerio
Located in Vienna, AT
Luciano Frigerio attributed lounge chairs pair and ottoman suede leather, Italy, 1970s.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Suede, Wood
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 29.93 in
Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Jean Louis Godivier for UP8, France, 1980s
By Jean Louis Godivier
Located in Brussels, Ixelles
Modern sleek design lounge chair and ottoman from French designer Jean Louis Godivier for UP8, black painted metal bases matched with dark grey and blue suede leather.
Few marks on ...
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Suede
H 26.78 in W 26.78 in D 39.38 in
Elegant Antique Tufted Suede and Wood Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant antique tufted suede and wood bench.
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Early 20th Century American Benches
Materials
Suede, Wood
Pair of real ostrich and suede ottomans
Located in New York, NY
Pair of real ostrich skin and suede ottomans.
Vintage, newly upholstered
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Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede, Wood
George Smith Brown Suede Baby Moderne Empire Chest Storage Ottoman
By George Smith
Located in Chicago, IL
George Smith Baby Moderne Empire Chest in brown suede with French natural nail head detail. Charming foot stool / storage ottoman.
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20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede
George Smith Brown Suede Ottoman
By George Smith
Located in Chicago, IL
Brown suede rectangular ottoman with nailhead trim and turned wood legs by George Smith.
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Late 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede, Wood
Mid-Century MOD de Sede Style Suede PatchworkOttoman
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century De Sede style patchwork pouf, a.k.a "ottoman". Beautifully worn suede with a nice patina. In original condition with normal some signs of wear that are consistent with It...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede
Pair Geometric Pleated Mid-Century Modern Beige Suede Poufs Ottomans or Stools
By De Sede
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair Geometric pleated Mid-Century Modern Beige Suede poufs ottomans or stools. Soft Suede Pleated stools. Great light tan Beige in color. Circa 1970s In the Style of De Sede. No Lab...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Suede
H 20 in W 21 in D 21 in
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
Materials
Suede, Teak
Saporiti Onda Lounge Chairs Suede, Italy, 1970
By Saporiti
Located in Chicago, IL
Saporiti Onda lounge chairs Suede, Italy 1970. Original excellent condition. Ottomans measure 28.5" wide x 21" deep x 15.5" tall.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Navy Blue Suede Pillow Top Ottomans
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of navy blue suede pillow top ottomans. Perfect for under a console or as stools in a living room. Or use in a dressing room. In the style of Billy Baldwin circa 1970-80.
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede, Wood
Ballard Designs Suede Foot Rest Stool Ottoman Pouf Bench Seat Square Chic
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Ballard designs square form ottoman or foot stool. Features a white distressed finish allowing the natural understones of the wood to be seen trhogh. Features turned legs and...
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Late 20th Century Country Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede, Hardwood
Vintage Henredon Suede Leather Ottoman, C.1980s
By Henredon
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Henredon suede leather ottoman, C.1980s
Large vintage ottoman in good condition
The suede shows lightly used distress (see pics)
The images here show the true condit...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede
Luciano Frigerio Attributed Lounge Chairs Pair and Ottoman Suede Leather, Italy
By Percival Lafer, Luciano Frigerio, De Sede
Located in Vienna, AT
Luciano Frigerio attributed lounge chairs pair and ottoman suede leather, Italy, 1970s.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Suede, Wood
H 35.44 in W 23.63 in L 35.44 in
Contemporary Suede Topped Stool Ottoman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a stunning, square suede topped stool or ottoman. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 18.5" square x 19" height.
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Late 20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede
Proposals Armchair P60 & Ottoman P62 Vittorio Introini for Saporiti Brown Suede
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A really comfortable armchair with a striking, saddle-effect seat and matching ottoman echoing and complementing the curves of the armchair. Both retaining their original brown suede...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Suede
H 31.5 in W 36 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Modern Suede Chrome Lounge Armchair Ottoman Minotti, Italy, 1980s
By Minotti
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, taupe suede upholstered, lounge armchair, on a chrome base, with a matching ottoman, by Minotti Italy, circa the 1980s. In excellent condition. ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Suede
H 32 in W 36 in D 32 in
Vintage Moroccan Leather and Suede Ottoman Footrest Pouf
Located in New York, NY
Nice vintage Moroccan pouf of pieced leathern and suede, with tooled decoration. Good original condition one very slight opening in one seam, pictured. Clean and ready to use.
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Suede
Scandinavian Modern Lamino Chair by Yngve Ekstrøm for Swedese
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish midcentury lounge chair features bentwood teak construction with suede upholstery makes a striking Scandinavian Modern addition to any interior. Sculpted high back seat ...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Suede, Teak
Art Deco Snakeskin Suede Pigskin Seat/Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
A period Art Deco black patinated and burl wood seat/ottoman with drawer and bronze pull. This handsome seat has been newly upholstered in a snake printed burnt sienna suede pigskin ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede, Burl
Danish Modern Rosewood and Suede Ottoman by Spottrup, Denmark
By Spøttrup Stolefabrik
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful design by Spottrup having rosewood frame and suede upholstery.
We have a second matching rosewood Spottrup ottoman listed for sale as well in black suede.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede, Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Reclining Swivel Suede Lounge Chair & Ottoman by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
1960s Scandinavian modern adjustable recliner swivel lounge chair with five prong base and ottoman by John Stuart in the original suede upholstery; maker label and made in Denmark ta...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 38 in W 31 in D 30 in
Pair of Cantilever Chrome and Suede Lounge Chairs w/ Matching Ottoman
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in New York, NY
Heavy bright chrome band frames, original tan suede upholstery, two chairs, one ottoman. Extra grade construction and condition. Dimensions in listing are per chair, ottoman dimensio...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of 1960s Bernt Petersen Ottomans
By Bernt Petersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of oak Bernt Petersen ottomans with chocolate suede cushions, circa 1960. Can be sold separately.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Oak, Suede
Danish Mid-Century Modern Suede Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Yngve Ekstrom
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Lounge chair by Yngve Ekstrom with original suede upholstery.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Suede, Teak, Upholstery
Rosewood and Suede Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a vintage Mid-Century lounge chair and ottoman by Percival Lafer, Brazil, circa 1970s. This chair has a rosewood frame and yellow suede upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Suede
Pair of Patchwork Ottomans by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fanstastic pair of chocolate suede, patchwork ottomans by De Sede. Original suede in excellent condition. Filled with beans. Perfect size.
Category
Vintage 1970s German Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede
Suede Patchwork Ottoman by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great patchwork ottoman by De Sede. Original suede in excellent vintage condition. Perfect size. Matching pair of brown suede patchwork ottomans also available.
Category
Vintage 1970s German Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede
Rosewood and Suede Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosewood and Suede lounge chair and ottoman by Percival Lafer. Labeled made in Brazil, April 6, 1974.
Ottoman Dimensions
20.5"D x 30"W x 14" H
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Suede
Pair of Suede Leather Poufs by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of fuchsia suede leather poufs designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional circa 1980s
Category
Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede, Wood, Leather
1940's ottoman in the manner of Marcel Coard
By Marcel Coard
Located in New York, NY
French 1940's stool in gilt wrought iron
Covered with suede
Category
Vintage 1940s French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Modern Pair of Suede, Tufted Ottomans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Mid Century Modern pair of Suede upholstered/tufted ottomans with curved, Walnut legs, In the manner of "Grosfeld".
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede, Walnut, Upholstery
Pair of Large Parchment Ottomans / Stools
By Karl Springer
Located in St.amford, CT
Pair of large ottomans / stools covered in parchment, in the style of Karl Springer. These gracefully curved ottomans are topped with suede seats and nail heads, small brass casters...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Nice Bronze Stool by Maison Bagues
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
gilt bronze stool covered with suede
Category
Vintage 1960s French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
Yngve Ekstrom Lamino Chair & Ottoman
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Original Yngve Ekstrom Lamino chair and ottoman circa late 1950's. This example has a sculpted teak frame and is upholstered in it's original suede upholstery. Price is for the chair...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Suede, Wood
Large Claw & Ball Footed English Ottoman/Bench
Located in Bellport, NY
Immaculate Suede Claw & Ball English Ottoman.Ebonized frame,new tan suede upholstery from Cowan & Tout,antiques brass nail heads.
Category
Early 20th Century English Benches
Materials
Suede, Upholstery
Pair of brown suede and oak ottomans by Bernt Petersen
By Bernt Petersen
Located in Hollywood, CA
A pair of bleached oak and rich brown suede ottomans by Bernt Petersen. See separate listing: Pair of brown suede and oak lounge chairs by Bernt Petersen.
Many pieces are stored i...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede, Oak
Organic Richard Himmel Stool
Located in New York, NY
Attractive mushroom stool, by Richard Himmel, 1970's. The solid trunk base with plush suede seat mimics natures bounty perfectly.
Category
20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede
Pair of Steel Short Benches
Located in New York, NY
Steel and suede short benches.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Benches
Materials
Metal, Steel
Cast bronze faux bamboo square ottoman with pig suede upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
Cast bronze faux bamboo square ottoman with pig suede upholstery, c. 1960
Category
Vintage 1940s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bronze
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20th Century Suede Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of 20th century suede ottomans and poufs is available at 1stDibs. There are many kinds of 20th century suede ottomans and poufs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco 20th century suede ottomans and poufs are of considerable interest. Large 20th century suede ottomans and poufs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller 20th century suede ottomans and poufs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 1 inches in width — may make for a better choice. There have been many well-made 20th century suede ottomans and poufs over the years, but those made by De Sede, Directional and Yngve Ekström are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are 20th Century Suede Ottomans and Poufs?
20th century suede ottomans and poufs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,250, while the lowest priced sells for $425 and the highest can go for as much as $9,000.
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.
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