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Galassia Ottoman by Italian Design Club, Upholstery by Peter Marino for Rubelli
Located in Vicenza, IT
Handcrafted in Italy by the finest artisans, the Galassia Ottoman exemplifies superior quality and timeless elegance. Every detail is meticulously executed, showcasing Italian artisa...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Foam
H 18.9 in Dm 15.75 in
El Topo • Sculptural Hand-Carved Acacia & Sheepskin Ottoman by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
A tactile piece of domestic fantasy, the El Topo ottoman is a social object, featuring a carved Acacia base, burnt using the traditional method of Shou Sugi Ban and an animalistic, y...
Category
2010s Oceanic Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Foam
Django • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality into any space. Exhibiting a sleek yet playful nature, Django also has a practical side and is a...
Category
2010s Oceanic Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Dainty Pouf, by Charlotte Høncke from Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Sophisticated, two-colored pouf with soft shapes and a clean idiom. The Dainty pouf can be used in any room of your home as extra seating or as a leg rest. It is so neat that it can ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam
Monarch Fiberglass Bench in Leather by Asa Pingree
By Asa Pingree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Asa Pingree’s slinky, singular fiberglass creations are a direct reflection of the designer’s penchant for clean lines and lightweight structures.
The Monarch bench is a striking co...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Benches
Materials
Fiberglass
Patricia Urquiola Bandas Small Pouf for GAN
By Patricia Urquiola, GAN Rugs
Located in New York, NY
Modularity taken to the limit. All the pieces in the Bandas collection can be interchanged. An ingenious system, designed by Patricia Urquiola, allows the collection to be adapted to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Foam
Ball Foot Bench with Saddle Shaped Seat - Customizable
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Modern, organic style bench with ball / sphere feet of solid maple. Saddle shaped seat and upholstered with eight-way hand-tied springs and high density foam. Upholstered with "eleph...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Birdseye Maple, Maple, Beads
Cubo Pouf - Ottoman
By Spazio Bressan
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Transform your home décor with the Cubo Upholstered Ottoman by Spazio Bressan, showcasing a unique combination of modern design and functional elegance. This chic ottoman boasts a sl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Polyester
Cubo Pouf - Ottoman
By Spazio Bressan
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elevate your home décor with the Cubo Upholstered Ottoman by Spazio Bressan, a distinctive blend of contemporary design and practical functionality. This stylish ottoman features a c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Polyester
Cubo Pouf - Ottoman
By Spazio Bressan
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elevate your home décor with the Cubo Upholstered Ottoman by Spazio Bressan, a distinctive blend of contemporary design and practical functionality. This stylish ottoman features a c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Polyester
Dottie Bouclet Ottoman
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
The DOTTIE series adapts to every living space with its light tones, minimal design, comfort and modular installation. The multi-purpose DOTTIE ottoman is one of the smallest but mos...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Foam, Fabric
Arthur Storage Ottoman Module **Lead time 3 weeks**
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
**Lead time is 3-4 weeks.**
The ARTHUR series, which stands out with its calm color tones and changeable design, is among the indispensables with its variety of usage areas and comf...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Foam, Upholstery
Arthur Faux Leather Storage Ottoman Module
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
**LEAD TIME 3-4 WEEKS**
The ARTHUR series, which stands out with its calm color tones and changeable design, is among the indispensables with its variety of usage areas and comfort....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Foam, Faux Leather, Upholstery
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Coral Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Lime Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Black Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Olive Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Lavander Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Hot Bue Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Anthracite Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Forest Green Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Green Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Honey Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Blue Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Denim Blue Dot
Located in Vallejo, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dotted wool blend fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Acrylic, Polyester
Crate & Barrel Ottoman
By Crate & Barrel
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page.
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Crate & Barrel Ottoman ...
Category
2010s Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
Leather "PPno.1" Pouf, Pols Potten Studio
By Pols Potten
Located in Geneve, CH
Leather "PPno.1" Pouf - Pols Potten Studio.
Dimensions: W 110 x D 72 x H 47 cm.
Materials: Laminated wood, nozag springs, foam, leather.
Pols Potten products are characterised...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
Contemporary Ottoman 'Assemble' by Destroyers/Builders, Sevo Rust
By Valerie Objects, Destroyers/Builders
Located in Paris, FR
Ottoman 'Assemble' by Destroyers/Builders
Dimensions: L 87 W 103 H 40 CM
Code / Color : V9020368 - Sevo rust
The Assemble sofa designed by destroyers/builders encourages exactly wha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Aluminum
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Grey Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Contemporary Ottoman 'Assemble' by Destroyers/Builders, Bangar Sand
By Destroyers/Builders, Valerie Objects
Located in Paris, FR
Ottoman 'Assemble' by Destroyers/Builders
Dimensions: L 87 W 103 H 40 CM
Code / Color : V9020366 - Bangar Sand
The Assemble sofa designed by destroyers/builders encourages exactly w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Turkish Geometric Wool Rug Cocktail Ottoman or Coffee Table
Located in Brea, CA
Beautiful Custom Made Cube ottoman made from a vintage Turkish hemp and wool rug, in brown, yellow, faded rose, pink, grays, taupes with charcoal colorings. Original seams, sewn with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Foam, Wood
Seletti "Shit" Pouf by Toiletpaper
By Toiletpaper, Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
Pouf by Toiletpaper.
- Size: cm 51 × 46, H. 42
- Material: Fabrics in polyester, frame in wood with polyurethane padding, metal.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester, Wood
Flower Shaped Pouf - Eucharis Camel Small
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
Eucharis Pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials
Flower-shaped pouf. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls filling.
...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Flower Shaped Pouf - Eucharis Camel Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
Eucharis Pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials
Flower-shaped pouf. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls filling.
...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
Flower Shaped Pouf - Eucharis Red Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
Eucharis Pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials
Flower-shaped pouf. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls filling.
...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf - TRAP Aqua Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP COLLECTION
Hand-knotted pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls as fill...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Hand-knotted Pouf Bed - TRAP Aqua XXL
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
TRAP Pouf Bed with Upcycled & Recycled materials.
Oversized hand-knotted pouf bed. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pe...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Flower Shaped Pouf Bed - Eucharis Lime XXL
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
Eucharis Pouf Bed with Upcycled & Recycled materials
Oversized Flower-shaped pouf bed. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoa...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
Flower Shaped Pouf - Eucharis Cherry Small
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
Eucharis Pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials
Flower-shaped pouf. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls filling.
...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Flower Shaped Pouf - Eucharis Lime Big
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
Eucharis Pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials
Flower-shaped pouf. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls filling.
...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
'Prosper & Prosper' Set of Two Soft Low Benches by Elissa Lacoste, France, 2020
Located in Antwerp, BE
‘Prosper & Prosper’ set of two unique functional art benches or ottomans by French artist and designer, Elissa Lacoste.
"The work is conceived as two symmetrical bodies, consisting ...
Category
2010s Canadian Organic Modern Benches
Materials
Bronze, Steel
H 20.08 in W 41.74 in D 13.78 in
Flower Shaped Pouf - Eucharis Green Small
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
Eucharis Pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials
Flower-shaped pouf. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls filling.
...
Category
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Flower Shaped Pouf - Eucharis Aqua Small
Located in Viana Do Castelo, PT
Eucharis Pouf with Upcycled & Recycled materials
Flower-shaped pouf. Removable and washable cover.
COMPOSITION:
Upcycled textile braid cover.
Recycled Styrofoam pearls f...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Polyester
Pouf by Clara Jorisch
By Clara Jorisch
Located in Montréal, CA
The poufs are a form of modular furniture designed for both relaxation and seating. They are constructed from soft foam covered with a thick, elastic fabric that conceals any visible...
Category
2010s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Rope, Foam, Wood
Contemporary Leather Tray Table Storage Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Leather Tray Table Storage Ottoman with reversible tray/bench top. Designed by Ted Boerner for Design within Reach.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Polyester
Pouf by Clara Jorisch
Located in Montréal, CA
The poufs are a form of modular furniture designed for both relaxation and seating. They are constructed from soft foam covered with a thick, elastic fabric that conceals any visible...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Rope, Foam, Wood
Pouf by Clara Jorisch
Located in Montréal, CA
The poufs are a form of modular furniture designed for both relaxation and seating. They are constructed from soft foam covered with a thick, elastic fabric that conceals any visible...
Category
2010s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Rope, Foam, Wood
FOSSIL pouf by oitoproducts
By Dmitriy Kozinenko
Located in Gstaad, CH
Pouf FOSSIL
Designer: Dmitriy Kozinenko for Oitoproducts
FOSSIL upholstered furniture collection is a first collaboration with the talented Ukrainian product designer Dmitriy Kozine...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Plywood, Ash, Wood, Foam
21st Century Asian Clay Beige Outdoor Indoor Handmade Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This beanbag is a cube shaped comfy seating solution. Kids love it and so do adults who prefer a more laid-back seating. It can be a part of your permanent living room layout or a ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
21st Century Asian Hamra Outdoor Indoor Handmade Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This beanbag is a cube shaped comfy seating solution. Kids love it and so do adults who prefer a more laid-back seating. It can be a part of your permanent living room layout or a ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
21st Century Asian Green Olive Outdoor Indoor Handmade Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This beanbag is a cube shaped comfy seating solution. Kids love it and so do adults who prefer a more laid-back seating. It can be a part of your permanent living room layout or a ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
21st Century Asian Clay Outdoor Indoor Handmade Round Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This round, low pouf is the nonchalant seat you’ve been looking for. 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic, this pouf is suitable for both indoor and outdoor, complete with a handl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Custom Made Iron and Vintage Turkish Rug Ottoman
Located in Brea, CA
Custom made iron and upholstered bench ottoman, the base is a custom finished iron base, with antique turkish rug upholstered top. The very durable top is a heavy wool hemp and cotto...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Iron
21st Century Asian Clay Outdoor Indoor Handmade Round Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This round, low pouf is the nonchalant seat you’ve been looking for. 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic, this pouf is suitable for both indoor and outdoor, complete with a handl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
21st Century Asian Hamra Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A single seat pouf, compact, bright and cheeky. Perfect as an additional seat or as a footstool, this pouf is 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic. Use it indoors or carry it outd...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
21st Century Asian Green Olive Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A single seat pouf, compact, bright and cheeky. Perfect as an additional seat or as a footstool, this pouf is 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic. Use it indoors or carry it outd...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
H 17.72 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
21st Century Asian Green Olive Outdoor Indoor Handmade Round Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This round, low pouf is the nonchalant seat you’ve been looking for. 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic, this pouf is suitable for both indoor and outdoor, complete with a handl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
21st Century Asian Green Olive Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A single seat pouf, compact, bright and cheeky. Perfect as an additional seat or as a footstool, this pouf is 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic. Use it indoors or carry it outd...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
H 17.72 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
"Legs Up" Artist-Made Ottoman, Abstract Sculptural Design, Artist-Painted Wood
By Jason Andrew Turner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Legs Up", is a one-of-a-kind piece as part of Jason Andrew Turner's "Welcome Home" collection. This piece is hand painted and hand crafted by the artist in the United States with ac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Acrylic, Wood
H 18 in W 20.5 in D 15.5 in
21st Century Asian Hamra Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A single seat pouf, compact, bright and cheeky. Perfect as an additional seat or as a footstool, this pouf is 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic. Use it indoors or carry it outd...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
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Contemporary Plastic Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of contemporary plastic ottomans and poufs for sale on 1stDibs. Find 1 antique and vintage contemporary plastic ottomans and poufs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 186 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are many kinds of contemporary plastic ottomans and poufs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco contemporary plastic ottomans and poufs are of considerable interest. If space is limited, there are small contemporary plastic ottomans and poufs measuring 8 inches across. There have been many well-made contemporary plastic ottomans and poufs over the years, but those made by iota, Louie Rigano and Gil Muller and GAN Rugs are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Contemporary Plastic Ottomans and Poufs?
Contemporary plastic ottomans and poufs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,070, while the lowest priced sells for $425 and the highest can go for as much as $23,000.
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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