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Modern Pillows and Throws

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
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Silk Cushion Pleated Centre Stripe Detail Color Platinum
Located in Hamburg, DE
Silk taffeta cushion with centre stripe detail, embossed steam pleated small opal pattern, back panel plain silk, silk Bruno Triplet col. Platinum 35 x 55cm, concealed zipper in the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws

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Silk

Shunya Gold Shibori Silk Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Shunya Gold pillow is handmade by master artisans in India. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively collaborates with artisan communities to restore and revive ancient techniques by exploring custom modern designs in textile based products. Shunya Gold pillow is luxurious and exquisite with its unique shibori...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Silk

Pewter Gray Handloom Throw / Blanket in Organic Cotton
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Pewter is a organic cotton throw / blanket handwoven by master weavers in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Various...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Pillows and Throws

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Yarn

Schuamcher Cabanon Stripe 20" Pillow in Jaune
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Cabanon Stripe with a fringe finish. A classic combination of flowers and stripes, this delicate small-scale design has a lovely handprinted look. Cabanon Stripe...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Silk Cushion Pleated Horizontal Stripe Detail Colour Platinum
Located in Hamburg, DE
Silk cushion with horizontal stripe detail embossed front panel in steam pleated small opal pattern, back panel plain silk, silk Bruno Triplet col. Platinum 33 x 55 cm, concealed zip...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws

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Silk

Happy Pillow Svezia Wool Cushion Pink with Multicolor Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
This new Edition is focused on colour being the key element, to express our mood and style. Crafted with care, this refined and selected edition is a perfect balance to traditional a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Wool

Silk Cushion Pleated Horizontal Stripe Detail Colour Pure Platinum
Located in Hamburg, DE
Silk satin cushion with horizontal stripe detail embossed front panel in steam pleated small opal pattern, back panel plain silk, silk Bruno Triplet col. Measure: Platinum 33 x 50cm,...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws

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Silk

Sage Handloom Throw In Organic Cotton In Pastel Green Cream Shades
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Sage is a organic cotton throw / blanket handwoven by master weavers in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Pillows and Throws

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Yarn

Major Collection Cushion Velvet with Fringes Beige
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
With double soft padding the Major Collection is a stunning addition to a luxury classic or contemporary interior and a perfect piece to pair with the other cushions of LO Décor R...
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2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Velvet

Bit Map Series 02, Multicolor Modern Graphic Woven Wall Tapestry & Throw Blanket
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit Map Series 02 by Luft Tanaka Studio A multicolored and visually striking throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn. 50" x 60" / 127cm x 152cm (custom sizes available upon request) Reversible. Opposite side has the same design with inverted colors. The Bit Map Series is based on digital “doodles” Luft makes using Kid...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Schumacher Adana Silk Velvet in Pink & Orange 20" x 16" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
The Adana Silk Velvet Pillow by Les Ottomans features handwoven fabric with a knife edge finish. Les Ottomans pillows are handmade in Istanbul, juxtaposing the traditional patterns o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Happy Pillow Velvet Fuchsia with Red Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
This new edition is focused on color being the key element, to express our mood and style. Crafted with care, this refined and selected edition is a perfect balance to traditional ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Velvet

Marianne Rectangle Black Hand Embroidered Modern Geometric Throw Pillow Cover
Located in Westfield, NJ
This geometric throw pillow has been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region. The purchase ...
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2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Wool, Cotton

Schuamcher Clarabella Palm I/O 20" Pillow in Citrus
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Clarabella Palm Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Based on an artisanal hand block pattern by designers Anna Martinez and Kristin Villatuya of Dioscvri, Clarabella Indoor/Outdoor fabric...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Dixon Mohair in Vicuna 18" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Dixon Mohair Weave with a Knife Edge finish. With a brushed and felted finish, this mohair weave has a plush texture and exceptionall...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Tiger Embroidered Natural Heavy Cotton Accent Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This decorative heavy cotton cushion is hand embroidered using silk and metallic vibrant threads. The portrait of a tiger and the unique use of neon accents have quickly become signa...
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2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Feathers

Extra Large Reversible Throw Pillow with Orange Stripes, Ikat Dots and Leaves
Located in Greenwich, CT
Get cozy with our extra large dream pillow. This reversible pillow features two stunning fabrics by Manuel Canovas. One side is a lush tropical leaf print and the other is an orange ...
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2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Fancy Beasts I/O 18" Pillow in Safari Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Fancy Beasts Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. An imaginative take on familiar motifs, this stylish fabric features a chic combination of bamboo lattice a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Summer Hydrangea 22" Pillow in Blue Hydrangea
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Summer Hydrangea with a self welt finish. A classic floral with a painterly look, Summer Hydrangea in blue hydrangea is beautifully printed on a soft textured co...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Margie Floral 16" Pillow in Marigold
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Margie Floral. A classic delicate rosebud pattern inspired by a vintage design, Margie Floral in marigold is printed on a soft cotton-linen ground. Pillow is fin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Handloom Chestnut Color Block Merino Throw In Shades Of Orange & Cream
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, CHESTNUT merino throw / bedspread / blanket is handwoven by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with earth-frien...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Yarn

Schuamcher Polka Dot Pony 18" Pillow in Olive
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Polka Dot Pony. Inspired by a midcentury pattern in our archive, Polka-Dot Pony in olive is a charming, whimsical design with modern appeal. Rows of stylized equ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Georgia Wildflowers 22" Pillow in Neutral
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Georgia Wildflowers with a knife edge finish. Inspired by a midcentury pattern in our archive, Georgia Wildflowers in neutral is a stylized silhouette design printed on cotton-linen union cloth. This appealing mid-scale botanical, with its delicate grid of flowers, has the graphic simplicity and artisanal quality of a hand-printed textile. Pillow includes a feather/down fill insert and hidden zipper closure. *If out of stock...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Piña Cove I/O 18" Pillow in Coconut
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Piña Cove Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Based on hand-drawn artwork from our studio, Pina Indoor/Outdoor in coconut is a charming pineapple pattern wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Zebra Palm I/O 16" Pillow in Navy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Zebra Palm Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Inspired by one of our most popular tropical patterns, Zebra Palm Indoor/Outdoor in navy is a chic mid-scale ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Polka Dot Pony 18" Pillow in Blue
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Polka Dot Pony. Inspired by a midcentury pattern in our archive, Polka-Dot Pony in blue is a charming, whimsical design with modern appeal. Rows of stylized equi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wood

Schuamcher Piña Cove I/O 18" Pillow in Aquamarine
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Piña Cove Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Based on hand-drawn artwork from our studio, Pina Indoor/Outdoor in aquamarine is a charming pineapple pattern...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Farm Scene 20" Pillow in Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Farm Scene with a self welt finish. Inspired by a midcentury design in our archive, Farm Scene in green is a cheerful, charming celebration of country life. A st...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Schuamcher Rosina Floral 16" Pillow in Cornflower
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rosina Floral with a knife edge finish. Featuring a unique woven rosebud pattern, Rosina Floral in cornflower is an appealing dimensional design with an embroide...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Extra Large Pillow Feather Pillow with Blue Pink Gold Damask
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece) Measurements: Outside: 40”W x 11”D x 26”H Price As Shown: $1,685 each COM Price: $350 each Customization may change price. How We Work: Made to order by Connecti...
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2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

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Down, Feathers

Schuamcher Le Moderne Cut Velvet 20" Pillow in Neutral
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Le Moderne Cut Velvet by Johnson Hartig for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. A geometric floral motif with an Art Deco echo, Le Moderne Cut Velvet in neutral...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Cabanon Stripe 20" Pillow in Rose
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Cabanon Stripe with a fringe finish. A classic combination of flowers and stripes, this delicate small-scale design has a lovely handprinted look. Cabanon Stripe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Picnic I/O 20" Pillow in Emerald
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Picnic Indoor/Outdoor by Mary McDonald for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Stylish and classic, Picnic Indoor/Outdoor in emerald is a wonderfully versatile ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Erindale 22" Pillow in Americana
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Erindale with a knife edge finish. The perfect marriage of modern and rustic, Erindale in Americana is a striking patchwork made of hand-dyed cotton-jute. Pillow...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wood

Schuamcher Casablanca Floral I/O 20" Pillow in Coral
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Casablanca Floral Indoor/Outdoor. Based on original hand-painted artwork, Casablanca Indoor/Outdoor in coral is an open mid-scale floral that evokes Hollywood Regency glamour. Pillow is finished with a welt in Eubie Lip Cord...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Polka Dot Pony 18" Pillow in Natural
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Polka Dot Pony. Inspired by a midcentury pattern in our archive, Polka-Dot Pony in natural is a charming, whimsical design with modern appeal. Rows of stylized e...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Fancy Beasts I/O 18" Pillow in Coral Cheetah
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Fancy Beasts Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. An imaginative take on familiar motifs, this stylish fabric features a chic combination of bamboo lattice a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Rosina Floral 16" Pillow in Marigold
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rosina Floral with a knife edge finish. Featuring a unique woven rosebud pattern, Rosina Floral in cornflower is an appealing dimensional design with an embroide...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Kava Cay I/O 18" Pillow in Mango
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Kava Cay Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. A loose, leafy floral inspired by a vintage batik, Kava Cay Indoor/Outdoor in mango is a beautifully detailed m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Bamboo Trellis I/O 20" Pillow in Navy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Bamboo Trellis Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Look no further than Bamboo Trellis Indoor/Outdoor fabric in navy for a cla...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Abstract Baby Blue and Baby Pink Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece) Measurements: Outside: 12”W x 12”Dia. Disclaimer: Due to their handcrafted nature, the final size and shape of our Ball Pillows may vary depending on the materials...
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2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Summer Hydrangea 22" Pillow in Blush
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Summer Hydrangea with a self welt finish. A classic floral with a painterly look, Summer Hydrangea in blush is beautifully printed on a soft textured cotton-line...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Acanthus Stripe 30" Pillow in Navy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Acanthus Stripe by Celerie Kemble for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. This pattern is a stylized stripe based on a classic ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Casa Cubista Black & White Handmade Cotton Geometric Tapestry Blanket
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This hand made artisanal throw is made by hand in Southern Portugal. The striking geometric pattern is the perfect graphic addition to any living room. A bold statement while also being timeless. This home decoration blanket goes great with solid color throw pillows to add some dimension and visual interest to your modern couch or boho bed. Made from 100% cotton, this textile is very special because the cotton in it is recycled from the fashion industry. Each of these artisan throws is a small step towards sustainability. About the Artisans: Rui and Fernanda are the talented couple behind the small family-owned mill that weaves these graphic tapestry patterned throw blankets...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Little Cloud White Natural Cashmere Fur Pillow Cushion by Muchi Decor
Located in Poviglio, IT
A connoisseur's cushion, using cashmere leather from which the precious yarn is obtained, in its purest form. The several centimeters high pile alternating between smooth and curly...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Other

Schuamcher Grand Palms I/O 22" Pillow in Navy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Grand Palms Indoor/Outdoor. Featuring fabulous palm trees scaled to fit beautifully on pillows, Grand Palms Indoor/Outdoor in navy is a wonderfully versatile design with tropical flair. Pillow is finished with a welt in Eubie Lip Cord...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Schumacher Rockpool in Nutmeg 20" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
The Rockpool 20" pillow in Nutmeg features original artwork by Bonnie Ashley of Bonnie & Neal, printed on white linen. The reverse of the cushion features the same design printed on ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Schumacher Parvin Velvet 24" x 12" Pillow in Black & Ivory
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Parvin Velvet with a knife edge finish. Parvin Velvet in black-and-ivory is a luxe cut velvet that combines several weaving techniques to create a truly extraord...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Aiveen Daly Woven Pearl Silver
Located in London, GB
This beautiful raffia cushion is hand woven in our London studio and can be custom made to a larger or smaller size. There is a lustre to the raffia and the cushion is backed with th...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pillows and Throws

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Cotton, Satin, Raffia

Striped Happy Pillow Outdoor with Fringes White and Red Water Repellent
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Transform your patio furniture easily by adding bright, luxury, water repellent outdoor cushions. The perfect finishing touch for outdoor living, your garden sofa and sun lounger, an...
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2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Acrylic

Couple Bed Collection Triple Black White Green
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Couple of rectangular bedroom cushions, this collection is a refined choice for the contemporary home, where it can be combined with others of the same series for a colorful effect. ...
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2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Velvet

Aiveen Daly Hand Pleated Empress Cushion
Located in London, GB
Led by intricate couture cutting techniques Aiveen Daly's cushion collection is unparalleled. The Empress cushion is made up of several individual panels meticulously stitched togeth...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pillows and Throws

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Satin, Cotton

Couple Striped Happy Pillow Outdoor Fringes and Piping Red and White
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Transform your patio furniture easily by adding bright, luxury, water repellent outdoor cushions. The perfect finishing touch for outdoor living, your garden sofa and sun lounger, an...
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2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Acrylic

Embrace Pearl Beige Mink Fur Throw Luxury Blanket Plaid Pillow by Muchi Decor
Located in Poviglio, IT
A pure cashmere blanket in soft colours, elegant, embellished by the pearl mink hem with its natural shades. Let yourself be warmed by this exclusive throw. A fabric already used f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Other

Aiveen Daly Woven Pearl Cushion
Located in London, GB
This beautiful raffia cushion is hand woven in our London studio and can be custom made to a larger or smaller size. There is a lustre to the raffia and the cushion is backed with th...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pillows and Throws

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Cotton, Satin, Raffia

Schumacher Brigitte Stripe 16" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Brigitte Stripe with a fringe finish. The perfect thin stripe, not too casual and not too dressy. Pillow includes a feather/down fill insert and hidden zipper cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Melanie Peach and Gold Hand Embroidered Modern Geometric Floor Pillow Cover
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric pastel throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region. The...
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2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Large Black Modern Pet Bed, Vegan Leather Trendy Sofa for Dogs & Cats '2 Sizes'
Located in Porto, PT
Black modern large pet bed, vegan leather trendy sofa for dogs & cats (2 sizes) Pet Bed Lexus is an exclusive and futurist bed shape for dogs and cat’s lifestyles. The large and fluffy sofa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

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Faux Leather

Modern pillows and throws for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern pillows and throws 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 pillows and throws created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, seating, rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, cotton and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern pillows and throws made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original pillows and throws, popular names associated with this style include Schumacher, LO DECOR, Jhon Ortiz, and Studio Variously . 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 pillows and throws differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $22 and tops out at $33,930 while the average work can sell for $315.

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