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Footstool, Black Steel and Vegetable Tobacco Leather, Modern Style, Hug
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary footstool and ottoman is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility of th...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Footstools
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 18.2 in W 25.2 in D 19.7 in
Footstool Silver Steel and Black Saddle Leather, Modern Style, Hug Collection
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary footstool and ottoman is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility of th...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Footstools
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 18.2 in W 25.2 in D 19.7 in
French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Footstool or Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome French carved mahogany footstool or ottoman made in the neoclassical Louis XVI taste. The footstool features a square shape frame with gracefully curved concave sides. The c...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Antique French Oak Barley Twist Bench Stool Ottoman Seat Embossed Leather C.1900
Located in London, GB
Antique French oak barley twist bench stool ottoman seat.
Embossed Leather, finished with brass stud detailing.
C.1900
Very good condition commensurate of age.
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Jacobean Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 11.82 in W 30.71 in D 12.6 in
Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Black Leather, Contemporary Style Sample
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Showroom sample
The Wanderlust contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Footstools
Materials
Brass, Steel
Contemporary Repose Ottoman Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Natural Leather Sample
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Showroom sample
The Repose contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Footstools
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 15 in W 25.5 in D 15 in
ISA Bergamo Pair of Fabric and Brass Ottomans, Italy, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Naples, IT
Original pair of 1950s Italian stools in original velvet and brass feet.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Dedar Fabric Italian Poufs or Stools
By Dedar
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A pair of stools in brass and yellow and brown Dedar fabric, designed and manufactured in Italy in the Fifties, are in original patina and condition. These stools are both functional...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 14.18 in W 22.05 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Italian pouf, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of Italian pouf, 1950s.
Dimensions: H= 43 cm; D= 32 cm.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
1970s Stool with Brass Base and Black Velvet Upholstery, Five Available
Located in IT
Stools with brass base and velvet recently reuphostered seats.
We have five available. Price refers to one stool.
Size of each stool diameter 33 cm height 50 cm.
from Italy from 1970...
Category
Late 20th Century European Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Grace Ottoman by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Grace Ottoman by Memoir Essence
Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 50 cm.
Materials: Brushed brass, bouclette fabric M TP Olympie 71396/00 1 and satin fabric DG Tiber F1736/0 1.
Also avail...
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Seduire Ottoman by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Seduire Ottoman by Memoir Essence
Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 50 cm.
Materials: Knurled and polished brass and velvet upholstery.
Seduire ottoman, characterized by an organic shape,...
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Lust Ottoman by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Lust Ottoman by Memoir Essence
Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 50 cm.
Materials: Polished brass and velvet fabric MRG 001.
Lust Ottoman is an extension of Lust collection to a different...
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Lust Ottoman by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Lust Ottoman by Memoir Essence
Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 50 cm.
Materials: Polished brass and blue velvet fabric.
Lust Ottoman is an extension of Lust collection to a different ve...
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Awaiting L Stool Printed Velvet and Brass
By Coralla Maiuri, Giorgia Zanellato
Located in Roma, IT
This stool is part of the Awaiting collection, presented by Secondome during Milan Fuorisalone, 2016. It’s a series of items born from the encounter between the printed silk and cott...
Category
2010s Italian Stools
Materials
Metal, Brass
Awaiting, H Stool Printed Velvet and Brass
By Coralla Maiuri, Giorgia Zanellato
Located in Roma, IT
This stool is part of the awaiting collection, presented by Secondome during Milan Fuorisalone, 2016. It's a series of items born from the encounter between the printed silk and cott...
Category
2010s Italian Stools
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of 1950's Stitched leather ottomans by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
NIce pair of stitched leather ottomans designed by Jacques Adnet
Great condition
France
Category
Vintage 1950s French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian pouf or stools vintage in velvet pink and brass
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
Imagine stepping into a time capsule, where the craftsmanship of 1950s Italy unfolds before your eyes. Behold this delightful pair of poufs, a testament to excellence and elegance in...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1950's Stitched leather ottomans by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of 1950's Stitched Leather Ottomans
with brass feet
Price given for a pair
Category
Vintage 1950s French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
DIG IT Pouf Jacquard Velvet
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Dig It is a pouf with a cylindrical seat. The wooden shell is covered with polyurethane foam and finished with a top layer of acrylic fiber.
The base can be made of matte black lacq...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Metal
19th Century Carved Walnut Regence Style Tabouret from France
Located in Dallas, TX
Meticulously hand-carved from rich walnut wood in France during the 1800s, this Regence-style tabouret exudes elegance. Recently upholstered in a crisp, cotton fabric, the juxtaposit...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Round Stools or Poufs in Black Boucle with Black and Brass Legs, Italy
Located in New York, NY
Pair of round stools or poufs handmade in Florence, Italy, by a master furniture artisan. Round seats upholstered in variegated boucle fabric by Dedar in black, muted yellow and ivor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Contemporary Repose Ottoman Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Dark Brown Leather
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Repose contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turn...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Footstools
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 15 in W 25.5 in D 15 in
Contemporary Repose Ottoman Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Natural Leather
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Repose contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turn...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Footstools
Materials
Brass, Steel
Contemporary Repose Ottoman Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Black Leather
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Repose contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turn...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Footstools
Materials
Brass, Steel
Contemporary Repose Ottoman Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Navy Blue Leather
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Repose contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turn...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Footstools
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 15 in W 25.5 in D 15 in
Saturn Pouffe Large, Brass Frame and Cream Boucle by Lara Bohinc In Stock
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The equally singular Saturn pouffe utilises the same gathered bilboquet seat construction, to create a more simplified but still incredibly distinctive form. The sumptuously undulati...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 15.75 in W 29.14 in D 29.14 in
English Tudor Style Bobbin Turned Walnut Leather Bench
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic English walnut bench, footstool, or ottoman crafted in the Tudor style. The walnut frame features peg joinery and bobbin or spool turned legs conjoined to turned stretchers. T...
Category
20th Century English Tudor Benches
Materials
Brass
20th Century Luigi Caccia Dominioni Pair of Poufs mod. Cilindro for Azucena, 60s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Turin, Turin
Founded in 1947 by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Ignazio Gardella, and Corrado Corradi Dell'Acqua, the Italian brand Azucena has always stood out for its collections that combine formal el...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 16.93 in Dm 14.97 in
DIG IT Pouf White Bouclé Wool
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Dig It is a pouf with a cylindrical seat. The wooden shell is covered with polyurethane foam and finished with a top layer of acrylic fiber.
The base can be made of matte black lacq...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
1950s Italian Foot Stool with Solid Brass Tapered Legs
Located in Hanover, MA
Footstool or ottoman, Italian 1950s, in rectangular slightly kidney bean shape. Wood frame upholstered in dense foam and covered in its original wine colored cotton velvet, standing ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Brass
Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass and Sheepskin Small Stool, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Small brass stool designed by Gio Ponti in the 1950s. Polished and upholstered in goatskin.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian Gio Ponti Inspired Poufs
By Marco Zanuso, ISA Bergamo, Minotti, Federico Munari, Gio Ponti
Located in Houston, TX
Great sculptural pair of Italian Gio Ponti inspired round poufs, ottomans, stools or benches. This stunning pair of vintage Italian midcentury ottomans with splayed brass legs are ne...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Puzzle Ottoman by Sister by Studio Ashby
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Puzzle Ottoman – the missing piece to complete your living room puzzle! Crafted to fit seamlessly with the Puzzle Coffee Table, this ottoman boasts a unique jigsaw pi...
Category
2010s European Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Spanish Stool in Stained Wood with Braided Leather Seat
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Stool or ottoman, leather, brass, beech, plywood, Spain, 1950s
This brutalist stool originates from Spain and stylistically refers to the late 19th century Revival period. The con...
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Brutalist Stools
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Ottomans, Fully Refurbished, Yugoslavia, 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find two Mid-Century Modern Ottomans or Stools. The stools are fully refurbished and reupholstered in fuchsia polka dot velvet, inspired by the work of the J...
Category
Vintage 1960s Serbian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Attributed to George Smith Damask Velvet Castors Armchairs & Ottoman, Set of 2
By George Smith
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! We are delighted to offer this absolutely stunning, signature armcha...
Category
Vintage 1970s English Other Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 38 in W 40 in D 40 in
Art Deco Flox Pouf Ottoman Faux Fur Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Flox Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
A comfy pouf stool with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in blue faux fur and blue velvet jacquard, Flox...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 20.87 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Bolvardi Bench
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
A simple black and gold bench has never looked as glamourous as the Bolvardi. The entrancing design of the seat and base draw you in while daring curves of the metallic finishes and ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Italian Modern Triangular Black Upholstered Footstool
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Italian Modern triangular footstool, upholstered in plush black velour, standing on 3 legs with brass casters. (manner of GIO PONTI)(Available in orange: REG4086 as a PAIR)
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
19th Century, William IV Period Walnut and Leather Ottoman
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A fine quality early 19th century, William IV period walnut and leather ottoman. Deep red coloured buttoned leather seat above a well figured walnut and leather panelled base with tu...
Category
Antique 19th Century British William IV Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Italian Modern Triangular Orange Upholstered Footstools
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of midcentury Italian Modern triangular footstools, upholstered in plush orange velour, standing on 3 legs with brass casters. (manner of Gio Ponti) (PRICED AS PAIR)(Available i...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Metal
Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Natural Tobacco Leather, Contemporary Style
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Footstools
Materials
Steel, Brass
Frame Ottoman by Stefano Giovannoni
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
This square, low ottoman rests on polished- or satin-brass legs and features a fabric-colored seat. It is part of the company's new Frame collection, which is defined by minimalist l...
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Atlas Stool by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Atlas stool by Pietro Franceschini
Sold exclusively by Galerie Philia
Manufacturer: Stefano Minotti
Dimensions: W 49 x H 52 cm
Materials: Lamb, gold leaf
Available materials: La...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Digamma Armchair by Ignazio Gardella
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Digamma armchair by Ignazio Gardella
Dimensions: D 80 x W 70 x H 95 cm
Materials: metal, brass, fabric.
Available in other fabrics.
Digamma is a comfortable chaise longue with a met...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass, Metal
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...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
21st Century Dakota Ottoman Leather Brass
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Often known as the "Land of Stone and Light", Badlands is part of the National Park of South Dakota. With a breathtaking view, its rugged beauty draws visitors from worldwide.
Tra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Cast Brass Fur Atlas Stool by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Cast brass fur atlas stool by Pietro Franceschini
Sold exclusively by Galerie Philia
Manufacturer: Stefano Minotti
Dimensions: W 49 x H 52 cm
Materials: Lamb dedar, cast brass.
...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 Cast Brass Atlas and Tomyris by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 cast brass Atlas and Tomyris by Pietro Franceschini
Sold exclusively by Galerie Philia
Manufacturer: Stefano Minotti
Atlas Stool: W 49 x H 52 cm
Materials: Cast brass,...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Athena Ottoman by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Athena ottoman by Pietro Franceschini
Manufacturer: Stefano Minotti
Dimensions: W 79 x H 43-63 cm
Materials: Lamb and gold leaf
Available materials: Lamb, gold leaf, or cast bras...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Pair of Marco Zanuso 'Senior' Chairs Mohair Velvet + Ottoman Arflex, Italy, 1951
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
These rare, very early examples ,of Zanuso's 'Senior' chair are identified by their artisan crafted wood frames which were soon replaced by a more cost effective pressed steel constr...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 39.38 in W 29.93 in D 34.85 in
Embroidered velvet ottoman in a variety of textiles by award-winning artist
By Jacky Puzey
Located in London, GB
The 'Peacock and Squirrel Ottoman' by award-winning, British embroidery artist and designer, Jacky Puzey. This piece is lavishly upholstered with embroidered velvet and appliqué work...
Category
2010s British Chinoiserie Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Shagreen Stool with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Ramo Stool by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and versatile piece. The cream shagreen inlaid piece provides comfort while retaining a unique aesthetic with the bronze-patina brass f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
21st Century Samarcanda Pouf in Fabric and Brass by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Available in two different shapes and sizes, Samarcanda pouf is a versatile and functional piece of furniture able to fit into any environments. The bamboo canes legs, natural elemen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 19.69 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
Upholstered Ottoman and Stool with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Ramo ottoman and stool by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and versatile piece. The upholstered pieces provide comfort while retaining a unique aesthetic with the bronze-patina brass...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in Dm 33.86 in
English Paisley Upholstered Storage Ottomans, a Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of petite English upholstered storage ottomans on tiny castors. The paisley fabric is in very good condition as is the pink interior. They date to the 40s.
Category
Mid-20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Upholstered Ottoman with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Ramo ottoman by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and versatile piece. The upholstered piece provides comfort while retaining a unique aesthetic with the bronze-patina brass frame and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Large Italian Gio Ponti Style Curved Bench with Brass Legs
By Marco Zanuso, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti, Ico Parisi, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Houston, TX
Large Italian Gio Ponti style curved bench with brass legs.
Large Italian curved bench with splayed brass legs. This stunning Italian modern Gio Ponti inspired bench is upholstered ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Brass
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European Brass Ottomans and Poufs For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of european brass ottomans and poufs available on 1stDibs. We have 141 antique and vintage european brass ottomans and poufs in-stock, while there are 109 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of european brass ottomans and poufs available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. European brass ottomans and poufs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Some european brass ottomans and poufs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller european brass ottomans and poufs, measuring 8 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Many european brass ottomans and poufs are appealing in their simplicity, but Casa Botelho, Jover + Valls and Lara Bohinc produced popular european brass ottomans and poufs that are worth a look.
How Much are European Brass Ottomans and Poufs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $399 on the low end and $17,000 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.
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