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Modern Ottomans and Poufs

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Modern Grand Pouf White Cotton Bouclé Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A comfy pouf stool with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in white cotton bouclé fabric, Flox stands out o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Modern Minho Chaise Lounge, DEDAR Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Minho Chaise Lounge, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collectio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Signed Large Round Black Leather Ottoman by Antonio Citterio B&B Italia Maxalto
Located in Miami, FL
"Harry Large" was created by Italian designer Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia/Maxalto. The black leather has beautiful patina, ready for a new home. Ottoman is signed on the side a...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Pouf Pill S by Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Pouf pill S by Houtique Dimensions: H 45 x D 35 cm Materials: Velvet upholstery and 30cm fringes Pill Pouf S Art Deco style pouf with wood structure and vel...
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2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

‘Pilotis’ Ottoman in Cognac Edelman Leather by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage ‘Pilotis’ ottoman designed by French interior and furniture designer Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt in 1995. This piece features a sleek square black metal base with tubu...
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1990s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

18"Ø Ball Ottoman in Latte Leather by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Round, sculptural and uniquely abstract, crafted with supple European leather, the Ball Ottoman has the cleanest Silhouette of our ottoman collection. Our ottomans are hand-filled w...
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Ottoman pouf DROVA 4 Wool fabric WOO
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman pouf Drova 4, a versatile and stylish addition to your living space. Handcrafted with precision in Ukraine, this cube pouf embodies the perfect fusio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

DIG IT Pouf Jacquard Velvet
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 ma...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Metal

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....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Foam

Roche Bobois Early Production Mah Jong Elements, Pair, Signed, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful pair of Roche Bobois Mah Jong elements by Hans Hopfer are from the earlier years of the design in the 1970s, before they created the Missoni and Jean Paul Gaultier collaborations where they gained a new look. This pair of Mah Jong elements are without a seat back, so they are ideal as a pair of large floor cushions or stacked on top of another as a large ottoman. At home, we have another pair of these that we use for our dogs as a large dog bed which we humans also use. When we want more floor space we can stack them and push them against the wall. When we have guests and need more seating in the living room we pull them over and stack next to a coffee table. But most of the time it is side by side for the dogs to use and when us humans need a quick NAP - we use it as a daybed underneath a skylight or can lay with the dogs for a quick cuddle. This pair of Mah Jong sectional sofa elements was reupholstered with new fabric over the original interior foam, original bottom lining and labels. The visible fabric is brand new and is in mint condition. Everything else was cleaned, but is original. So it’s the best of both worlds - for those who want a clean, new fabric but also an early production year example of a Classic design. Photos of another pair that we have, in its original fabric are in the photos of this listing. This pair of early production Roche Bobois Mah Jong elements would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Danish modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a contemporary or Postmodern room. Also consider mixing it up in a traditional, transitional, classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an Apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as side chairs, bedside seating...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Footstool Silver Steel and Black Saddle Leather, Modern Style, Hug Collection
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 i...
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2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Patricia Urquiola Bandas Small Pouf for GAN
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Foam

Footstool, Black Steel and Vegetable Tobacco Leather, Modern Style, Hug
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 i...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Hudson Ottoman 18"Ø in Silver Grey Tibetan Lamb by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured in Tibetan Lamb Shearling, the Hudson Ottoman exudes luxury. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are designed to function as a tr...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Lambskin

Banded Ottoman 18" in Black Leather by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured with diamond banded detailing, the Diamond Ottoman is inspired by fundamental geometry. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are d...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Banded Ottoman 22" in Black Leather by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Featured with banded detailing, the Banded Ottoman is inspired by fundamental geometry. These structured and supportive round ball ottomans are designed t...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Contemporary Handcrafted Bench AURORA in Linen Upholstery, by Anaktae
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary handmade bench model "Aurora" in three pieces, all upholstered in linen fabric. Cushioned seat upholstered in linen fabric. Two geometric pedestals upholstered in linen ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

Genuine Leather Ottoman in Chesterfield design by Baxter, Stool
Located in Berlin, DE
Luxurious genuine leather ottoman in Chesterfield design by Baxter, H 47 cm Item description: This impressive ottoman from Baxter, a renowned Italian manufacturer of luxury furnitur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Ball Foot Bench with Saddle Shaped Seat - Customizable
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 Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Birdseye Maple, Maple, Beads

Modern Conchula Day Bed, DEDAR White Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Conchula Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Conchula day bed is a room-d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Oak, Wood, Velvet, Cotton, Bouclé

Modern Pearl Bonded Leather Steel Frame Button Tufted Square Cocktail Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Modern Pearl Colored Bonded Leather Steel Frame Button Tufted Square Cocktail Ottoman. *Listing is for (1) ottoman. Currently 2 available*. Circa 21st Century, Pre-owned. Measurement...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Stunning Custom Designed Round Ottoman with Stainless Steel Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful round loveseat/ottoman with upholstered top. This beautiful ottoman can be used indoors or outdoors, it is perfect for homes with large livi...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Alma modern fabric ottoman with Canaletto Walnut profile
Located in Desio, IT
A pouf with a soft and rounded line, the base is presented in fine Canaletto walnut wood that gives it strength and elegance. Base realizable in various wood finishes. Upholstery ava...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

"Pietra" Organic Small Ottoman Upholsterd in Bouclé Fabric
Located in Centro, RS
From Italian: Stone The designer Marta Manente is of Italian descent, her great-grandparents migrated from Italy over 100 years ago and lived in the region of Bento Gonçalves – Brazi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bouclé

Pair of Vintage Poufs Newly Upholstered in Mixed Colored Velvet, 1970s
Located in Florence, IT
Pair of Vintage Poufs Newly Upholstered in turquoise and cyclamen pink. The metal is lacquered and matching with velvet. They come from a disused ship, in fact there were holes in th...
Category

1970s Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Tilt Ottoman
Located in Toronto, CA
By Beit Studio Designed by Mark Khoury Get a leg up on your comfort when paired with the Tilt Lounge Chair. A beautifully crafted maple wood ottoman contrasted with a single piece ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

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...
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Wenge

Warren Platner, Knoll International, Kvadrat Tonus Fabric Stool Bronze Metal
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Authentic stool, designed by Warren Platner in 1966. Recent Knoll edition in yellow Kvadrat Tonus fabrics and bronze metal structure. Knoll ''K'' fabrics under the seat. New con...
Category

1960s American Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Vanguard Brown Leather Square Tooled Paisley Nailhead Ottoman 41"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Vanguard brown leather square ottoman featuring mitered paisley and nailhead design with button tuft. Vanguard Furniture is a family-owned company that has been making custo...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Fuyu Bouclet Cylinder Ottoman
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Fuyu Cylinder Pouf adds an aesthetic atmosphere to many spaces with its modern design, while providing a comfortable seating experience. With its minimalist and compact structure, it...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

Montauk Sofa Cognac Leather and Walnut Tuxedo Ottoman or Footstool, Canada 2000s
Located in Miami, FL
Classic Tuxedo cube ottoman or footstool rendered in cognac leather upholstery with a down filled foam cushion and walnut feet, made in Montreal Canada, 2000s
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

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....
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Foam, Faux Leather, Upholstery

Pair of Waterfall Benches by Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Glamorous pair of waterfall benches designed by Steve Chase. Newly reupholster with off white with gold foil threads fabric. They can be used as benches or ottomans. Measure...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Chelsea Checkerboard Round Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
The Chelsea Checkerboard Round Ottoman is a delightful fusion of classic elegance and contemporary flair. Its round shape and plush cushioning provide both comfort and versatility, m...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Round Ottomans in Sage Green Velvet, France 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming pair of vintage ottomans sourced in the South of France. These have been professionally restored in a beautiful green velvet. DIMENSIONS: 24.5"Dia x 17"H
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1960s French Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery

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

Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Square Leather Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a huge leather seating or cocktail table option for home or office. Creamy black leather. Beautiful minimalist design by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. Located in Phi...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather

Oak Curule Stool/Ottoman, France, c. 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Carved and upholstered oak curule stool/ottoman.
Category

1940s English Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan Bronze Patio Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A bronze ottoman by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan. The ottoman has simple construction in tubular bronze with a patinated finish, with rounded squares serving as runners on each side....
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Spheric Ottoman by NOOM, Cobalt Blue Wool
Located in Paris, FR
Spheric Ottoman Designer: Kateryna Sokolova Materials: textile, molded polyurethane foam Fabrics: Available in a wide range of fabrics by request Dimensions: D - 50 cm New NOOM fu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Textile

Penca Ottoman
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
Penca is a line of outdoor furniture with a strong Mexican identity, designed for residential spaces as well as for common areas of restaurants or boutique hotels. The concept of the...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

LE MODERNE Velvet Ottoman by Alexandre Ligios, REP by Tuleste Factory
Located in New York, NY
LE MODERNE Ottoman by Alexandre Ligios Velvet L 49 x H 42 x D 40 The fringed velvet poufs offer luxurious elegance and bohemian charm to your space. Available in several designs, ...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Beige Oval Vanity Fabric Stool With Wheels
Located in London, GB
This beige round fabric stool offers a compact and flexible seating solution. Whether used as additional seating for small spaces or as a footrest for relaxation, it smoothly combine...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Italian modern black leather pouf Maralunga Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Black leather pouf Maralunga Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s Pouf mod. Maralunga with rectangular base entirely in black leather. The seat is made up of a padded c...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Bespoke Dark Grey Leather Square Ottoman
Located in London, GB
This bespoke square ottoman is the ultimate all-in-one lounging accessory with an edgy rustic design & high-quality finish is extremely versatile. Boasting double seaming diamond pa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Faux Leather

Adrian Ottoman Solid Walnut and Cotton Webbing Stool
Located in Miami, FL
Adrian Ottoman designed by Dosbananos and made in Miami. Solid Walnut and Ivory Cotton Webbing.
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Roche Bobois Dark Blue Velvet Half Circle Banquette Pouf
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Fabulously shaped half circle banquette with domed sculptural pillow back center. Can go with other a 7 piece modular sectional we have, but we are also offering it as a floating la...
Category

1970s French Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Set of 3, 1980s Red Mushroom shaped stools
Located in London, GB
A set of 3 Mushroom shaped stools, original black, red and blue colour upholstery. made in Italy ca.1980s
Category

1980s Vintage Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Bespoke Dark Grey Leather Square Ottomans, Set of 2
Located in London, GB
This bespoke square ottoman is the ultimate all-in-one lounging accessory with an edgy rustic design & high-quality finish is extremely versatile. Boasting double seaming diamond pa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Faux Leather

Iconic Vintage Rattan Ottoman Stool, Rare Center Opening, Italy, MCM 1950-1960
Located in Cookeville, TN
Iconic Mid-century ottoman in the style of Italian designer Franco Albini. Manufactured in Italy in the 1950s. The rare center opening makes this piece more unique. The timeless desi...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Pouf Pill S by Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Pouf pill S by Houtique Dimensions: H 45 x D 35 cm Materials: Velvet upholstery and 30cm fringes Pill Pouf S Art Deco style pouf with wood structure an...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Saturn Pouffe Small, Chrome Steel Frame and Ivory Boucle Fabric by Lara Bohinc
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...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Saturn Pouffe Large, Chrome Frame and Cream Boucle by Lara Bohinc In Stock
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 Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal

Rectangular Coco Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Our bestseller takes a new shape. Shown here in Mineral, Wool, Bleached Ash, and Medium French Finish Walnut or customize this piece and choose COM/COL.  
Category

2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Ash, Walnut

IL POUF Tone On Tone Green
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Tone on Tone is the pouf collection in the hues of green, brick, mustard and beige. These refined poufs embellish any environment with their simple and compact design. Imbib...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

IL POUF Tone On Tone Beige
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Tone on Tone is the pouf collection in the hues of green, brick, mustard and beige. These refined poufs embellish any environment with their simple and compact design. Imbib...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

IL POUF Tone On Tone Mustard
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
IL Pouf Tone on Tone is the pouf collection in the hues of green, brick, mustard and beige. These refined poufs embellish any environment with their simple and compact design. Imbib...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet

Modern ottomans and poufs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern ottomans and poufs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage ottomans and poufs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern ottomans and poufs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original ottomans and poufs, popular names associated with this style include Lorenza Bozzoli Design, The Tailored Home, GAN Rugs, and De Sede. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for ottomans and poufs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $200 and tops out at $61,780 while the average work can sell for $2,436.

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