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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 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
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Schumacher x David Kaihoi Tutsi 24 x 12" Pillow in Ivory & Black
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tutsi Trim by David Kaihoi for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Embroidered African motifs burst across Tutsi Trim in ivory, desi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Couple Happy Pillow Blue and White Velvet with Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
The contrasting chromatic scheme characterizing these couple of cushions lends it a distinct luxe yet restrained allure. It features soft padding in polyester fiber, while its rectan...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Handmade 100% Baby Alpaca Sill Throw Herringbone by Fells/Andes (FREE SHIPPING)
By Fells Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
The Sill throw by Fells Andes is designed in San Francisco and handmade in the Andes, supporting local culture and craft.
Made from 100% Royal Baby Alpaca – one of the fi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Alpaca
Luft Throw 100% Baby Alpaca by Fells Andes (FREE SHIPPING)
By Fells Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
The Luft throw by Fells Andes is designed in San Francisco and handmade in the Andes, supporting local culture and craft.
Made from 100% Royal Baby Alpaca, one of the finest,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Alpaca
Schumacher Santa Monica Ikat 22" Pillow in Yellow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Santa Monica Ikat by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. This artisanally crafted pattern in yellow puts a fr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Coraz 2 Nido Cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Coraz 2 Nido cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% cotton.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 60 x H 40 cm
Available in colors: salmon/yellow, olive/pink, mos...
Category
2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Happy Pillow Svezia Wool Cushion White with Multicolor Fringes
By LO DECOR
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Happy Pillow Mongolia Wool Cushion Purple with Multicolor Fringes
By LO DECOR
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Blue Plaid Manta by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Blue plaid manta by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x H 120 cm
Available ...
Category
2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Set of Two Fur Cushion with Cotton / Down Feather Insert, Opossum
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Exclusive home accessory, custom made by order. There is not a piece same to another. The product you will receive may have differences with the product pictured as it is a natural m...
Category
2010s European Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fur
Saddle Cushion, Indaco for Tria Chair by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Saddle Cushion, Indaco for Tria chair by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz 2012
Dimensions: -
Materials: shaped for Tria chair; 2 pockets on the back, Category C
Also available: dif...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Double Green Cushion
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
The geometrical shape of this elegant cushion is adorned with a stunning cover that is sophisticated and fresh, adding a delicate decorative accent to a modern living room.
The con...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Modern Nicole Ivory/Ebony Hand Embroidered Wool and Metallic Throw Pillow Cover
By Leah Singh
Located in Westfield, NJ
This pillow has been hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region.
The purchase of this handcrafted pill...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Maraca Pillow 1 by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Maraca pillow 1 by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% Cotton.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 50 x H 50 cm
Available in colors: verde/ purpura/ rojo, naranja/ ...
Category
2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Bit Map 01, Luft Tanaka, Multicolor Graphic Woven Cotton Throw Blanket, 50"x60"
By Luft Tanaka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit map series 01 by Luft Tanaka Studio
A multicolored and visually striking throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn.
Measures: 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Wool & Goose Feather Scatter Cushion
Located in London, GB
A sumptuous wool scatter cushion. Works well to complement a multitude of lounge furniture or pair with 12H's matching reversible sofa system. With dual-fa...
Category
2010s Asian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Medium Nobsa Cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium nobsa cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 60 x H 40 cm
Available in colors: grey/ grey/ cream...
Category
2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Small Nobsa Cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Small nobsa cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 50 x H 50 cm
Available in colors: Grey/ grey/ cream,...
Category
2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Black Plaid Manta by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Black plaid manta by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x H 120 cm
Available in colors: blue/ black/ r...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Tribeca Rectangle Pillow
By Leah Singh
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region.
The purc...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Jagged Maze 24" x 12" Pillow in Pink
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Jagged Maze by David Kaihoi for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Filled with vibrating kinetic energy, Jagged Maze in brown was designed by David Kaihoi and inspired by the pottery of ancestral Pueblo people. Done in a mid-scale and arranged into wide stripes, this screen-printed cotton...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Zaza Shapes Pillow, Lilac
By Leah Singh
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 ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Zoelie 18" Pillow in Aqua
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Zoelie with a self welt finish. Inspired by a historic document print, Zoelie fabric in aqua is a modern take on a traditional ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Real Fur Body Pillow in Bone by Jg Switzer
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Real fur you can feel good about. Front is finished in 100% upcycled Toscana sheep fur from Spain, made from "leave behind" pieces from an Italian glove factory, and backed with our signature 100% silk charmeuse 19mm. Refined and glamorous, this full body extra long fur pillow is designed as a statement for Queen or King Beds or large couch. Available in 16"x 48". Ships with pillow insert.
Category
2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fur
GAN Spaces Canevas Geo Large Pillow in Green by Charlotte Lancelot
Located in New York, NY
A completely different application of the possibilities offered by the technique devised by Charlotte Lancelot for the Canevas collection. Using the same cross stitch technique produ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Happy Pillow Velvet Pink with Pink Multicolour Fringes
By LO DECOR
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...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Hand Embroidered Cushion with Silver Sequins on Silk Color Oyster
Located in Hamburg, DE
Cushion with silver sequins color antique silver, hand embroidered on the front panel, back side plain silk Bruno triplet # 68 color oyster cushio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Silver
Ombre Merino Wool Soft Blanket Throw in Yellow, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Cozy throw blankets for your home.
Measurements: 51"x78" (1st Dibs measurements are for the shipping box)
Merino wool blankets will keep you cozy and warm this winter. When cold weather happens, wrap yourself up in this super soft and pretty yellow Ombre Merino Wool Throw and stay cozy. This beautiful bright yellow and pale yellow ombre color...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Sun Rise Hand Block 20" Pillow in Rose & Copper
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Sun Rise Hand Block with a knife edge finish. A linen, rose-and-copper fabric with a simplified pattern of repeating lines and orbs, Sun ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Happy Pillow Svezia Wool Cushion Light Grey with Multicolor Fringes
By LO DECOR
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Lazare 22" Pillow Ivory on Chambray
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lazare with a knife edge finish. Grosgrain ribbon is folded into zigzag bands and sewn onto a linen-blend ground fabric to create Lazare in ivory-on-chambray, a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Crawford Check 18 x 12" Pillow in Indigo
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Crawford Check with a box pleat finish. Inspired by an 18th-century fabric used for curtains and valances, Crawford Chec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Custom Schumacher Elena Paisley Stripe 18" Pillow in Green
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Camden Cotton Check with a fringe finish. A classic one and a half-inch buffalo check, this woven cotton is a wonderful complement t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Ande Throw, Grey 100% Baby Alpaca by Fells Andes (FREE SHIPPING)
By Fells Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
The Ande throw is a beautifully light woven throw with airy basketweave trim detail designed in San Francisco and handmade in the Andes, supporting local culture and craft.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Alpaca
Happy Pillow Velvet Fuchsia with Yellow Fringes
By LO DECOR
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Happy Pillow Velvet Teal with Teal Fringes
By LO DECOR
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...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Large Euro Sham Pillows with Shag Frayed Geometric Woven
Located in Greenwich, CT
Large Euro sham pillows with shag print on faces and duck egg velvet on backs. Featuring invisible zipper and custom down/feather insert. Sold as a pair.
...
Category
2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Down, Feathers
Saddle Cushion, Giallo for Tria Chair by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Saddle Cushion, Giallo for Tria chair by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz 2012
Dimensions: -
Materials: Shaped for Tria chair; 2 pockets on the back, Category C
Also available: Dif...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Schumacher Mathias Ticking Stripe 18 x 12" Pillow in Carbon
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Mathias Ticking Stripe with a knife edge finish on top and bottom. Printed on a linen-hemp blend with a running-stitch detail, Math...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Otis Hand Print 16" Pillow in Dark Neutral
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Otis Hand Print with a self welt finish. Otis in dark neutral is a fun and cheerful geometric fabric that sits on the groovier side of preppy. Hand screen-printe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Tribeca Signs Pillow
By Leah Singh
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Large Nobsa Cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Nobsa cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 80 x H 80 cm
Available in colors: grey/ grey/ cream,...
Category
2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
100% Peruvian Royal Baby Alpaca-Dimma Grey Throw by Fells/Andes (FREE SHIPPING)
By Fells Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
The Dimma throw by Fells Andes is designed in San Francisco and handmade in the Andes, supporting local culture and craft. Made from 100% Royal Baby...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Alpaca
Kontrast Throw 100% Baby Alpaca by Fells Andes (FREE SHIPPING)
By Fells Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
A fresh dual sided woven throw with blended tassel detail. The Kontrast throw by Fells Andes is designed in San Francisco and handmade in the Andes, supporting local culture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Alpaca
Tribeca Palm Pillow
By Leah Singh
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Ochre Plaid Ruana by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Ochre Plaid Ruana by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x H 120 cm
Available in colors: yellow/ grey/ blue...
Category
2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Santa Monica Ikat 26x15" Pillow in Yellow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Santa Monica Ikat by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. This artisanally crafted pattern in yellow puts a fr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Happy Pillow Svezia Wool Cushion Light Blue with Multicolor Fringes
By LO DECOR
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Saddle Cushion, Beige for Tria Chair by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Saddle cushion, beige for tria chair by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz 2012
Dimensions: -
Materials: shaped for tria chair; 2 pockets on the back, Category...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Schumacher Tangent Print 20" Pillow in Saffron
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tangent Print by Hadiya Williams for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Based on an original ink-and-pencil drawing, Hadiya Williams’ Tangent in saffron reduce...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Mathias Ticking Stripe 16 x 12 Pillow in Carbon
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Mathias Ticking Stripe with a knife edge finish on top and bottom. Printed on a linen-hemp blend with a running-stitch detail, Mathis Ticking Stripe in carbon is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher x Celerie Kemble Hothouse Flowers 18" Pillow in Verdance
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Hothouse Flowers by Celerie Kemble for Schumacher with a self welt finish. A classic tree of life pattern with a twist. The dramatically scaled print combines st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Custis Stripe Embroidered 24 x 12" Pillow in Chesapeake
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Custis Stripe Embroidered Tape with a knife edge finish. Inspired by an 18th-century trim, Custis Embroidered Tape in chesapeake features wonderful stylized carn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Saddle Cushion, Rosso for Tria Chair by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Saddle Cushion, Rosso for Tria chair by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz 2012
Dimensions: -
Materials: Shaped for Tria chair; 2 pockets on the back, Category...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Schumacher Santa Monica Ikat in Indigo 22" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Santa Monica Ikat by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a Knife Edge finish. This artisanally crafted pattern puts a fresh spin o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Saddle Cushion, Marrone for Tria Chair by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Saddle cushion, Marrone for Tria chair by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz 2012
Dimensions: -
Materials: Shaped for Tria chair; 2 pockets on the back, Catego...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Plumma Throw 100% Baby Alpaca by Fells Andes
By Fells Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
The Pluma is a subtle black and ecru herringbone throw with a fine pluma fringe. Luxuriously soft and versatile.
Made purely from one of the rarest, softest, most luxurious f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Alpaca
Schumacher Mini Leopard I/O in Navy 18" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Mini Leopard with a knife edge finish. A fabulous woven, Mini Leopard Indoor/Outdoor fabric in navy features a small-scale, allover animal print that is just rig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
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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