Pouffe Collection

Pierrot and Columbine -- Smile, Please
Columbine tickles a gloomy Pierrot with a peacock feather and asks him to Smile, Please!

Boy sitting and reading
A young boy sits on a pouffe reading a book. Pastel sketch by Raymond Sheppard

Sitting room with palm, c.1925. Creator: Monogrammist HK
Sitting room with palm, c.1925

The International Exhibition: patent folding furniture by Mannstein of Vienna, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: patent folding furniture by Mannstein of Vienna, 1862. Precursor of flat-pack furniture. From "Illustrated London News", 1862

E-14: English Drawing Room of the Victorian Period, 1840-70, United States, c. 1937

Baby Shaking Rattle (chromolitho)
733500 Baby Shaking Rattle (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baby Shaking Rattle.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

A Victorian greeting card of two kittens pulling a Christmas cracker, c
3603476 A Victorian greeting card of two kittens pulling a Christmas cracker, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

Footstool, c. 1850 (wood, brass & Berlin woolwork)
3084468 Footstool, c.1850 (wood, brass & Berlin woolwork) by English School, (19th century); 24x24 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Girl sitting at easel painting, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730788 Girl sitting at easel painting, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl sitting at easel painting)

Lounge suite, c. 1925 (mahogany & upholstery) (see also 740662)
740663 Lounge suite, c.1925 (mahogany & upholstery) (see also 740662) by Follot, Paul (1877-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: comprising chairs 90x74x72.5cm)

Study for L Accouchee, c. 1750 (chalk on paper)
3082178 Study for L Accouchee, c.1750 (chalk on paper) by Jeaurat, Etienne (1699-1789); 25.6x25.7 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; French, out of copyright

A display of modern furniture, a woman sitting in a modern living room space. 30th June 1969

Living-room in Miss Patricia Detrings house in Bel Air, California, c1945. From Decorative Art 1943-48 - The Studio Year Book. [The Studio Limited, London]

Siamese cat sitting on a stool
Unusual Friends - Siamese cat sitting on a stool. 1950s

POUFFE
The fashionable pouf (pouffe) Date: 1919

Two kittens pulling cracker on a Christmas card
Two kittens pulling a cracker on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Business card design, woman at dressing table
Business card design, depicting a woman squirting perfume at a dressing table mirror. Date: 20th century

Business card design, cute girl with powder puff
Business card design, depicting a cute little girl with a powder puff and hand mirror. Date: 20th century

Business card design, woman reading
Business card design, made in France, depicting a woman sitting comfortably in an armchair under a standard lamp, reading a book. Date: 20th century

Young woman in 1960s interior
A young woman sits reading a magazine in a typically 1960s interior. The garden outside is covered in snow

A Boy sitting on a pouffe
A young boy wearing a pale green cardigan sits on a pouffe with his hands in his lap. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

Model in Swimsuit
A smiling young woman sits wearing a swimming costume, lipstick and sandals on a leather pouffe cushion

Art Deco Style Room
A fine example of how some interiors missed the Art Deco mark! A cumbersome mirror and unattractive pouffe, plus a dreadful drinks trolley which looks like an old pram!

Dishing up Pudding
A girl, seated in an armchair and with her feet on a footstool, dishes up some pudding to her little sister. Their doll has been abandoned in favour of sweet things

Victorian Kitchen 19C
A woman sits reading by the kitchen range

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"Pouffe: A Timeless Accent Piece for Every Occasion" Step into the enchanting world of Pierrot and Columbine, where smiles are abundant and laughter fills the air. In this whimsical scene, a young boy finds solace in a quiet corner, engrossed in a captivating book. The E-14 English Drawing Room of the Victorian Period transports us back to 1840-70 United States, offering a glimpse into an era long gone. As we explore further, our attention is drawn to a delightful chromolitho depicting a baby shaking its rattle with glee. This charming image evokes nostalgia and reminds us of simpler times. And what better way to celebrate than with a Victorian greeting card showcasing two adorable kittens pulling at Christmas crackers? Our journey takes us through time as we stumble upon an exquisite footstool from around 1850. Crafted with wood, brass, and Berlin woolwork, it exudes elegance while providing comfort for weary feet. Meanwhile, a talented girl sits at her easel painting on another vibrant chromolitho Christmas card – her creativity knows no bounds. Moving forward to the roaring twenties, we encounter a luxurious lounge suite made of mahogany and plush upholstery. Its timeless design effortlessly blends sophistication with comfort - an invitation to relax after days filled with excitement. The artistry continues as we discover "Study for L'Accouchee, " created around 1750 using chalk on paper. This intricate sketch captures the beauty of motherhood in all its gracefulness—a testament to human connection throughout history. Leaving behind historical treasures momentarily brings us closer to modern times—Miss Patricia Detring's living room in Bel Air circa 1945 welcomes us warmly. Here lies proof that even amidst change; some things remain constant—the allure of classic furniture paired harmoniously with contemporary aesthetics. And finally, perched gracefully atop one such stool is none other than our beloved Siamese cat.