Modern Wall Decorations
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
Decorative Wall Panel by Newanderthal for Superego Editions, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Decorative wall panel by Newanderthal for Superego Editions.
All made by hand as a sculpture in polyurethane painted with a special paint to obtain a resistant and soft effect like r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Rubber
“Dinosaure” by Le Corbusier
By Le Corbusier
Located in Berlin, BE
"Dinosaure" by Le Corbusier.
Signed in pencil and numbered 2/100.
Charles-Édouard Jeanneret (1887 – 1965), known as Le Corbusier, was a Swiss-French architect, designer, painter, ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Games Night Too - Oil Painting on Board by Steve Burgess Guinness Tullamore Dew
Located in Dublin, Ireland
079 'Games Night Too' Oil on Panel Steve Burgess (Born 1960)
This is a superb Irish Themed Painting from Steve Burgess 'Games Night Too'. This Oil on Pa...
Category
2010s Irish Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Acrylic
Original Vintage Soviet Poster "The Union is Indestructible" 1967
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original Vintage Soviet Poster
"The Union is Indestructible"
1967
unframed, some damage, wrinkles and folds, etc. - see images
Category
1960s Russian Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
James Kirk Merrick (1905-1985), Watercolor on Paper
Located in Morristown, NJ
James Kirk Merrick (American, 1905-1985), Stormy Seascape, watercolor on paper, signed "James Kirk Merrick" at lower right, loose and unframed.
About:
Merrick studied at Philadelphi...
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1940s American Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint, Paper
Original Modern Abstract Painting by Shannon Weir
Located in Houston, TX
An original pink and white modern abstract painting in an elegant antique gold frame created by Houston artist, Shannon Weir.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Acrylic, Paper
Games Night Oil Painting on Board by Steve Burgess Tullamore Dew Irish Rugby
Located in Dublin, Ireland
079 'Games Night" Oil on Panel Steve Burgess (Born 1960)
This is a superb Irish Themed Painting from Steve Burgess 'Games Night'. This Oil on Panel is ...
Category
2010s Irish Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Acrylic
Large Acrylic on Canvas by Texas Artist Karl Lubbering
Located in San Antonio, TX
Large acrylic on canvas of a Texas longhorn by Karl James Lubbering (b. 1969); this is ready to hang. Karl comes from a family of prominent Texas artists spanning several decades, embracing many styles, genres and subject matter. Within his family Karl forged his own individual approach to art. Karl reinterprets traditional Texan modern art...
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Original Modern Painting by Shannon Weir
Located in Houston, TX
An original pink and white modern abstract painting in an elegant vintage gold frame created by Houston artist, Shannon Weir.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Acrylic, Paint
“Two-Free” Contemporary Wall Lamp, rose Art Silvered Glass , Cast Melted Brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TWO - FREE sculpture wall sconce
For 20 years, we have been committed to offering you unique collections in terms of design and quality.
Using an ancestral manufacturing silvering ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Pretty mid century Brutalist Macrame tapestry boats design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a Modern Design meets Neo Classic with a touch of Bohemian flair! Elevate your space with our exquisite macramé hangings. Crafted from natural materials like cotton rope,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton
The Three Amigos Oil on Board Painting Carnivorous Mammals Otters Steve Burgess
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Painting by Steve Burgess 'The Three Amigos' (Oil on Board). This is a charming painting of an Otter family at play by the water's edge. Steve Burgess's ...
Category
Late 20th Century Irish Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Gino Hollander 1974 Vintage Abstract Female Portrait Painting
Located in Miami, FL
Gino Hollander 1974 Vintage Abstract Female Portrait Painting
Offered for sale is a vintage expressionist abstract female portrai...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Italian Hand Primitive Painted Pottery Wall Pocket Vase Woman w/Basket of Fruit
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is such an adorable Modern art depiction of a full figured motherly woman holding a beautiful basket of colorful fruit, she is dressed in an apron and looks ready to cook up a s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Pottery
Signed, Numbered and Dated Limited Edition Colored Lithograph by Corneille
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This example is untitled, but depicts a cat and bird with head of a woman, and is numbered 54/99 and signed and dated 1999 and is in perfect condition.
The artist is Guillaume Bever...
Category
1990s Dutch Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Italian Hand Primitive Painted Pottery Wall Pocket Vase Woman w/Basket of Fruit
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is such an adorable Modern art depiction of a full figured motherly woman holding a beautiful basket of colorful fruit, she is dressed in an apron and looks ready to cook up a s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Pottery
Wild Nature Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
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Fabric
Paradise Birds Indigo Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
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Fabric
Wild Nature Leopard Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
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Fabric
Italian Hand Primitive Painted Pottery Wall Pocket Vase Woman w/Basket of Fruit
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is such an adorable Modern art depiction of a full figured motherly woman holding a beautiful basket of colorful fruit, she is dressed in an apron and looks ready to cook up a s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Pottery
Skyline 31 by Jordan Tabachnik, abstract compositions, brutalist, sculpture
Located in Toronto, CA
Skyline 31 by Jordan Tabachnik, 2024
Mix media, scrap wood, paint
Size is 37.5" wide x 55.25" tall x 3" in depth/max
Signed on back
The Skyline 31 co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Reclaimed Wood, Paint
Mystic Flowers Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
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Fabric
Tropical Couture Red Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
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Fabric
Framed Original Collage Postcard Publicity, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Framed Original Collage Postcard Publicity.
Manufactured Spain, circa 1930
Dimensions:
D 3 x W 84 H 58 cm
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, pres...
Category
1930s Spanish Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Paradise Birds Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
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Located in London, GB
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Tropical Couture Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
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Located in London, GB
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Mystic Flowers Turquise Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
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Located in London, GB
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Mirror Bends Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
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Located in London, GB
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Mystic Flowers Gold Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
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Located in London, GB
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Mirror Bends Turquise Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
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Located in London, GB
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1978 Wayne Thiebaud "Downgrade" Boehm Gallery, Palomar College Exhibition Poster
Located in San Carlos, CA
🎨 Dive into a piece of art history with our stunning poster featuring the iconic work of California artist Wayne Thiebaud! Introducing "Downgrade" or "18th street downgrade," this p...
Category
1970s North American Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Modern Abstract painting by Shannon Weir
Located in Houston, TX
An original pink and white modern abstract painting in an elegant vintage gold frame created by Houston artist, Shannon Weir
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Acrylic, Paper
Painting by Ron Veasey, Untitled, 2014
Located in New York City, NY
Painting by Ron Veasey, Untitled, 2014
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Tina Turner Rolling Stone: The Photographs - Art Poster
Located in East Quogue, NY
This unique vintage limited-release promotional poster was produced by Simon and Schuster in 1989 to celebrate the publication the art book,"Rolling Stone: The Photographs," featurin...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Salvatore Fiume Ceramiche Rossicone Ceramica Artistica Nudo Donna Piatto
Located in Brescia, IT
Salvatore Fiume
Ceramiche Rossicone, Milano
1980
Piatto Artistico
Ceramica Dipinta a Pennello
Esemplare 40/50
Firma dell'artista sul fronte del piatto
"Rossicone" impresso in pasta ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Oil Painting of Paris Signed by Romanian Artist Mariana Elas Dated 1990
Located in COLMAR, FR
A bright and airy oil painting of Paris on stretched canvas made by Romanian painter Mariana Elas. The artwork is signed and dated 1990 in the lower left corner (see photo). Mariana ...
Category
1990s Romanian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Untitled, Large Abstract by Mandy Wilkinson, British B. 1970
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Untitled, Large Abstract by Mandy Wilkinson, British B. 1970
Mandy Wilkinson, British 1970
Oil on canvas, 49 inches wide by 36 inches high
Giltwood Frame: 53 inches wide, 41 inches h...
Category
Late 20th Century English Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
"Diary (2303)" Mosaic by Toyoharu Kii, 2023
By Toyoharu Kii
Located in Chicago, IL
Intricate, ethereal and highly textured, the abstract compositions of Japanese mosaic artist Toyoharu Kii reflect a sophisticated approach to the technical art of mosaic making. Clas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Marble
Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Nude female model in interior, modernist style.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Swedish artist. Oil on canvas.
Nude female model in the interior.
Modernist style. Colourful palette.
Signed Hasse '59.
Perfect condition.
Canvas dimensions: 39.0 cm x 29.0 cm.
Tot...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
S. Hamlet, Swedish artist. Oil on painter's board. Abstract composition.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
S. Hamlet, Swedish artist. Oil on painter's board.
Abstract composition with a colorful palette and impasto brushwork.
Signed and dated '72.
In perfect condition.
Board dimensions: ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
Scandinavian artist. Oil on panel. Abstract composition with a colorful palette
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian artist. Oil on panel.
Abstract composition with a colorful palette and impasto brushwork.
Approximately from the 1970s.
In perfect condition.
Indistinctly signed.
Image...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
S. Hamlet, Swedish artist. Oil on board. Abstract composition, 1971
Located in Copenhagen, DK
S. Hamlet, Swedish artist.
Oil on board.
Abstract composition with a colourful palette and textured brushstrokes.
Signed and dated '71.
Perfect condition.
Board dimensions: 33.5 cm...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
Sture Wickström, Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Modernist landscape
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sture Wickström (1921-1993) , Swedish artist.
Oil on canvas. Modernist landscape.
Title: "Spring".
From the 1960s.
Signed on the front and back.
In perfect condition.
Canvas dimensi...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
"Green Tree" Mosaic by Toyoharu Kii, 2023
By Toyoharu Kii
Located in Chicago, IL
Intricate, ethereal and highly textured, the abstract compositions of Japanese mosaic artist Toyoharu Kii reflect a sophisticated approach to the technical art of mosaic making. Clas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Marble
Original Bold Abstract Oil on Canvas by Andrzej Kowalczyk (Poland)
Located in Fort Collins, CO
Colorful signed abstract original painting by Andrzej Kowalczyk (Poland).
Mr. Kowalczyk was born in Cracow, and became a renaissance man, as an accomplished actor, theatre director,...
Category
Late 20th Century Polish Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Canvas
Henry Maurice D'Anty. Oil on board. Village scene with a church. Ca 1960
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Henry Maurice D'Anty (1910-1998), Swedish/French artist.
Oil on board.
Church in a landscape with foreground trees.
Post-Impressionist style. Colorful palette.
Circa 1960.
Signed....
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
Gold Fall Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
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Fabric
Contemporary Australian Aboriginal Painting by Wentja Napaltjarri
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning abstract painting by Australian Aboriginal artist Wentja Napaltjarri (c1945 - 2021) entitled Rockhole West of Kintore, the work depicts the artist's ancestral land in Drea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Original Modern Abstract Painting by Shannon Weir
Located in Houston, TX
An original black and white modern abstract painting in an elegant vintage gold frame created by Houston artist, Shannon Weir
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Acrylic, Paint
Tadeusz-Marya (Teddy) Sempinski. Acrylic on board. Birds in a landscape.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tadeusz-Marya (Teddy) Sempinski (1927-1998), Polish/Swedish artist.
Acrylic on board.
Birds in a landscape. Abstract style.
Title: "Fåglar" (Birds).
Signed and dated '73.
Perfect c...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
Sven Bertil Thorell, Sweden artist. Oil on canvas. Abstract composition 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sven Bertil Thorell, Sweden artist.
Oil on canvas.
Abstract composition
1960s
Signed SBT.
In excellent condition.
Measures: 38,0 cm. x 32,0 cm.
Total dimensions: 40 cm. x 34 cm.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Idillium Avio Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
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Located in London, GB
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
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Fabric
Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Modernist country landscape.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Modernist country landscape.
Indistinctly signed and dated '57.
Perfect condition.
Canvas dimensions: 65.0 cm x 54.0 cm.
Total dimensions: 76.0 cm x 64...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Geometric Leaves Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
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Located in London, GB
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
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Fabric
Paulo Kobylka, Castle_01. Fine art print. 2024
Located in Londrina, Paraná
Fine art print on special high-resolution, archival museum-quality paper.
Acid-free 250gsm / 110lb paper.
Designer's digital signature located at the bottom right corner, within the ...
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2010s Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Magic Forest Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Decorations
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Fabric
Portrait of a Woman by Cathryn Arcomano (1923-2012), oil on canvas, signed 1972
Located in Chicago, IL
Portrait of a Woman by Cathryn Arcomano, oil on canvas board, signed 1972. Numbered #5.
This is an original portrait oil painting on canvas board by artist Cathryn Buckley Arcomano...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Gold Fall Red Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
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Modern wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern wall decorations 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 wall decorations created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, decorative objects, rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern wall decorations made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall decorations, popular names associated with this style include sicis, Schumacher, Aimee Wilder, and Pandemic Design Studio. 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 wall decorations differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $16 and tops out at $197,750 while the average work can sell for $1,979.
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