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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Ripple Fabric in Jade and Indigo, Belgian Linen (Fabric by the Yard)
Located in New York, NY
Ripple is our love letter to indigo dye, detailed shapes ripple beautifully throughout the bold pattern, seen here in Jade green. Pigment printed on 100% Belgian Linen. Designed in N...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Hand Woven Leather Cushion Color Bright Green Oblong Shape
Located in Hamburg, DE
HAND WOVEN CUSHION CREATED FROM VERY SOFT VEGETABLE TANNED AND DYED LEATHER IN COL. BRIGHt GREEN ON A CHAIN IN MERCERIEZED COTTON IN MATCHING COLO...
Category

2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Leather

Shumacher Gerry Embroidery 14" Pillow B in Document
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Gerry Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Hand-stitched flora and fauna enliven rolling hills in this full coverage embroidery divined from our archive. It's an...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Outdoor Pillow with Beige Dedar Milano Fabric Pattern
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Pillow Big I Modern outdoor pillow made with Dedar Milano fabrics. The pillow's customizable design allows you to choose from a range of premium fabrics and colors to create the pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric

Leopard Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Not all the pillows look the same. These hand woven pillows are made out of silk velvet and will add a special touch to your homes.
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Fringe Zibelline Cashmere Throw Blanket Orange
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
LO Decor Throws Collections showcase a contemporary take on a traditional design for a touch of timeless elegance. These generously sized Cashmere Throws give an aspirational edge to any living space. Stylish in its simplicity, this blanket is entirely handcrafted with an exceptionally soft texture with a distinguished beige surface. Super soft and wonderfully warm. Ideal to match the elegant and sophisticated LO Decor Cushions...
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2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Textile, Silk

Hermes Pillow Circuit 24, Orange
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Circuit 24, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticulousl...
Category

2010s French Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Pair Hand Woven Suede Cushions Colour Mandarine Square Shaped
Located in Hamburg, DE
This hand woven Suede cushions colour Mandarine will bring colour to your interior. The cushions are hand crafted in Germany with suede leather from Italy dyed to our colour specific...
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2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Suede

Brunschwig and Fils Charing Cross Colefax & Fowler Collection, London, 1975
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brunschwig and fils charing cross Colefax & Fowler Collection, London, 1975. 10+ Yards with width of 88." Gorgeous vibrant green, will arrive folded. About 372” x 88”.
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Mid-20th Century British Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Major Collection Cushion Velvet with Fringes Green
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...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

GEMMA Blue Camel & DAISY Light Blue - Set of 4 Cotton Velvet Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with this set of 4 cushions, true talismans for your home that will bring beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cu...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Zer Pillow, Ivory and Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Zer pillow is an all over embellished beaded pillow with an ivory top half ending in a gold dip. This accent piece will be a sparkling addition to any room collection. Size: 22...
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2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Sayra Lumber Pillow, Black Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Sayra Lumbar pillow features a plush black velvet base with an asymmetrical gold embroidered brush stroke. Perfect modern addition to any room. Size: 14”x 20” Features Zipper...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Jasmine I/O 24x12" Pillow in Neutral
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Jasmine Indoor/Outdoor by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a self welt finish. Inspired by traditional Indian block prints, Jasmine Indoor/Outdoor in neutral by...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Cheetah
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handwoven from silk velvet, this Ikat cushion brings a unique touch to your home with its rich texture and vibrant design. Perfect for adding a splash of colour to your living room, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Schumacher Las Colinas Scenic Tapestry Pillow 20x14" in Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Las Colinas Scenic Tapestry with a knife edge finish. Inspired by handwoven textiles from South and Central America, Las Colinas in green is a charming pastoral ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Fremont Indoor/Outdoor 22" Lumbar Pillow in Neutral
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Fremont Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Don’t be fooled by this rich, geometric woven stripe—it’s as durable as it is chic. With rustic blanket co...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Acrylic, Polyester

Fornasetti Silk Cushion Mano Hand
Located in MILANO, IT
The Fornasetti cushions will add to each room an unexpected detail thanks to the most iconic Italian atelier designs. The decoration plays with the anatomic theme in a surreal an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Schumacher x Neisha Crosland Thistle 30 x 14" Pillow in Ivory
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Thistle by Neisha Crosland for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. As elegant as it is edgy, this fantastical thistle motif reflects Neisha Crosland’s passion f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Josef Frank Exotic Butterfly Spring Color Two-Sided 18" Linen Pillow
Located in New York, NY
A faithful reproduction of a never-before-seen design by Josef Frank, this pattern bears the designer's signature modernity, whimsy and warmth. A signature Schumacher pattern now fea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Schuamcher Dazzle Ship Velvet 16" Pillow in Verdant
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Dazzle Ship Velvet by Johnson Hartig for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. An all-over three-color geometric in verdant reminiscent of Op Art patterns is rend...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Iconic Leopard 22" Pillow in Linen
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Iconic Leopard with a self welt finish. We first introduced this sexy pattern in the 1970s. In 11 versatile colors, it's eternally chic. Pillow includes a feathe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Schumacher Jasmine I/O 24x12" Pillow in Indigo
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Jasmine Indoor/Outdoor by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a self welt finish. Inspired by traditional Indian block prints, Jasmine Indoor/Outdoor in indigo by ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Schumacher Montana Wool Plaid 22" Pillow in Burgundy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Montana Wool Plaid with a knife edge finish. Montana Wool Plaid in burgundy is a fine, tightly woven houndstooth check with an overstripe that adds lovely depth ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Adele Charcoal Gold Velvet Lumbar Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Relax on this rich aqua velvet Adele pillow with asymmetrical gold foil stripes and hand beaded embroidery. Part of a beautiful new array of unique new pillows perfect...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Cheetah Velvet 20" Pillow in Java
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Cheetah Velvet with a knife edge finish. A small-scale design with a big repeat, this wildly chic, cut velvet animal pattern stands out against a looped ground. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Judy Ross Textiles Cascade Hand-Embroidered Chainstitch Pillow, 18 Inch
Located in New York, NY
Judy Ross is a New York based designer and artist. Traveling in India to work as an independent textile designer, she developed a passion for the centuries-o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Metallic Thread

Hand-Embroidered Velvet Pillow - Bear
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Bring a touch of nature-inspired luxury to your space with this Green Velvet Cushion featuring an exquisitely embroidered bear. Crafted from rich, sumptuously soft velvet, the deep g...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Rosina Floral 18" 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Palm Print Lumbar Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Down/feather stuffed Lumbar Pillows. Covered in a luxurious combination of fabrics; a palm print on a creamy silk ground on the front and a woven silver le...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Leather, Silk

Double Optical Blue Cushion
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

Plumma Forest Throw 100% Baby Alpaca by Fells Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT The Pluma is a subtle herringbone throw with a fine pluma fringe. Luxuriously soft and versatile. Made purely from one of the rarest, softest, most luxurious fibers in the world – Peruvian Royal Baby...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Alpaca

Schumacher Sun Rise Hand Block 20" Pillow in Rose & Copper
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

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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Set of 7 Decorative Pillows Pearl Cream Light Blue Swarovski by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/7 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple. Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details. 2x 908883 Rectangular pillows in pearl satin and Swarovski...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Crystal

Schumacher Zebra Palm Indoor/Outdoor Leaf Pillow
Located in New York, NY
The face of this 16" x 16" indoor/outdoor pillow features zebra palm in leaf. A wildly popular pattern, zebra palm has been adapted into a double sided jacquard weave suitable for ou...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Polyester

Shumacher Saranda Flower 20" Pillow in Marigold
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Saranda Flower and is finished with a flange in Elliott Brushed Cotton. Inspired by traditional Indian hand-block designs, this marigold-colored Saranda Flower E...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Pair of Damask Silk Pillows Feather Down Inserrts
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Pair of damask silk brocade pillows with feather down inserts.
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Ice Blue Silk Cushions Hand Embroidery with Band Detail in Swarovski Crystals
Located in Hamburg, DE
Ice blue silk satin cushions hand embroidery with band detail in Swarovski crystals Size: 35 x 50cm Cotton lining, concealed zip, Feather pad.   
Category

2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Hermes Pillow Zebrures, Ecru Backing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Zebrures, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticulously ...
Category

2010s French Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Schumacher Fremont Indoor/Outdoor 20" Lumbar Pillow in Blue
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Fremont Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Don’t be fooled by this rich, geometric woven stripe—it’s as durable as it is chic. With rustic blanket co...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Acrylic, Polyester

Double Blue Cushion
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

Schumacher Dixon Mohair in Vicuna 20" 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Oversized Down/Feather Pillow w Quilted Cat Pattern and Faux Fur Trim
Located in Greenwich, CT
Oversized throw pillow with down/feather insert. Quilted cat velvet on face, cotton matte velvet back and faux fur trim. Pillow is understuffed ...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Down, Feathers

Set of 5 Decorative Pillows Red Green Velvet Faux Fur by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/5 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple. Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details. 2x 910144 Square cushion in dark red velvet with green vel...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Crystal

Schumacher Mixco Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Mixco Fabric (Item# 79270) with a knife edge finish. This extraordinary brocade panel is hand-woven and -embroidered on a backstrap loom by master Maya women wea...
Category

2010s North American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Schumacher Josiane Floral 18x12" Pillow in Yellow & Blue
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Josiane Floral with a knife edge finish on top and bottom. A sweet small-scale flower design, Josiane Floral in yellow-and-blue evokes the imperfect beauty of ha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Hand Woven Suede Cushion Colour Old Rose Oblong Shape
Located in Hamburg, DE
Hand Woven Suede Cushion Colour Old Rose, Back Side with Suede, Cushion size: 30 x 45 cm, silk lining, inner pad with new feathers.
Category

2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Suede

Hand appliquéd quilted blue cushion with diagonal detail by G+S x 2LG Studio
Located in London, London
Name Granite+Smoke x 2LGStudio Salvage 'YCSWM' Blue diagonal cushion pillow. Dimensions 60cm x 60cm Colour Blues + Greens Material Handmade and appliquéd by Granite + Smoke i...
Category

2010s British Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Schumacher Citrus Garden I/O 22" Pillow in Garden
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Citrus Garden Indoor/Outdoor with a self welt finish. Charming and whimsical, garden-colored Citrus Garden Indoor/Outdoor fabric is ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Turquoise II Black Velvet Deluxe Handmade Bolster Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
A talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. This decorative pillow is ethically produced by small family run business, hand-made by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Seletti Polyester Cushion by "Toiletpaper", Roses
Located in Doral, FL
Exceptional collection of tableware and objects born out of the collaboration between Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari’s magazine and the Italian design company Seletti. Black...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Polyester

Peacock Color Ikat Inspired Throw Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
Handmade throw pillows with Jim Thompson peacock color fabric on face and deep green blue velvet back. Down/feather insert and invisible zipper. Measurements: Overall: 18”W x 18”...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet, Down, Feathers

Shumacher Marguerite Embroidery 20" Pillow in Sky
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Marguerite Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Happy and humble, the embroidery is an irregular hand-stitched floral design on a linen ground. Subtle irregulari...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Roberto Cavalli Home Throw Plaid Tiger Silk Italy
Located in Long Island, NY
Roberto Cavalli Home Throw Plaid Tiger Square in luxurious Silk . Made in Italy
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Classy Bougie Ratchet Needlepoint Throw Pillow
Located in Elkhart, IN
A charming decorative needlepoint throw pillow reading, "Classy, Bougie, Ratchet" USA, 21st Century Measures: 10"W x 4"D x 10"H. Good vintage condition.
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Velvet

Schuamcher Francestown Coverlet 20" Pillow in Navy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Francestown Coverlet with a knife edge finish. Woven on a traditional handloom, Francetown Coverlet in navy features a popular 18th-century geometric motif that ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wood

Ripple Fabric in Rose and Indigo, Belgian Linen (Fabric by the Yard)
Located in New York, NY
Ripple is our love letter to indigo dye, detailed shapes ripple beautifully throughout the bold pattern, seen here in Rose blush pink. Pigment printed on 100% Belgian Linen. Designed...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Schumacher Annika Floral Tapestry Pillow 18x12" in Multi on Navy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Annika Floral Tapestry with a knife edge finish. Based on original artwork that was hand-drawn in our studio, Annika Floral Tapestry in multi-on-navy derives its...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

LLAMA Hand Embroidered Decorative Pillows in Olive Velvet by ANDEAN, Set of 2
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Decorative pillows with hand-embroidered llama motif from Zuleta, Imbabura, and waterproof velvet or upholstery fabric. Embracing sumptuous luxury, these decorative pillows showcase...
Category

2010s Ecuadorean Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

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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