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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Schumacher X Timothy Corrigan Corail Velvet Emerald Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher, Timothy Corrigan
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Corail Velvet in Emerald paired with Gustave Silk Lip Cord in Emerald. This freeform coral pattern by designer Timothy Cor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet, Cotton
Checked Raw Textured Wool Linen Pillow in Grey and Cream 60x60cm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Checked raw textured wool/linen-blend pillow BOBBI in Grey and Cream color.
Size 60x 60 cm
Handmade in Sweden.
Composition front: 70%LI, 15%WO, 9%CO, 4%PES, 1%PA, 1%PC. Made in Bel...
Category
2010s Swedish Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Linen, Down
Selenita Large Deep Blue Fringed Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Velvet
Set of 7 Decorative Pillows Pearl Cream Fur Swarovski by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/7 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple.
Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details.
2x 908862 Rectangular decorative cushion in champagne velv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Crystal
Real Fur Pillow, Authentic Toscana Sheep Fur
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Black fur pillow you can feel good about. "Upcycled" 100% Authentic Toscana sheep fur from Spain. Measures: 15 x 15"
We will back the pillow in either f...
Category
2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fur
Orb Accent Pillow in Ivory Cream Alpaca by Holly Hunt
Located in Westport, CT
The ORB Pillow is meticulously crafted to provide both aesthetic appeal and exceptional comfort.
Designed as a calming take on geometric trends, the ORB Pillow effortlessly combi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Alpaca
Pair of Modernist Square Pillows in Ecru and Muted Gold Tones with Piping Detail
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of square modernist pillows features organic forms in muted gold hue- with piping in a matching tone- that float against an ecru bac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Ralph Lauren Outdoor Pillow with Waterproof Print
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Pillow medium - Outdoor pillow medium
Modern outdoor pillow made with Ralph Lauren Fabrics
A simple design that allows you to risk in colors ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Schumacher Walker Blues Cotton Linen Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 20" x 20" pillow features Walker in Blues. Inspired by traditional rag rugs, this rich multicolored woven is the perfect upholstery go-to for its handmade appeal and stain-forgi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Acrylic
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
Pair of Modernist Striated and Tufted Gray Pillows
Located in New York, NY
This refined pair of modernist pillows were realized in the United States during the 21st century. They feature an organic striated pattern with minia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Upholstery
Chic Brown Outdoor Pillow Crafted with Waterproof Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Pillow Big I
Modern outdoor pillow made with Designers Guild fabrics.
The pillow's customizable design allows you to choose from a range of premium fabrics and colors to create the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Barcelona Colorblock Pillow - Black
By Leah Singh
Located in Westfield, NJ
This geometric throw pillow has been ethically hand woven by artisans in Rajasthan, India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native to this region.
The purchase of this...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Kauffmann Fabric Tropical Foliage Pillow Feather insert
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Kauffmann fabric stain repellant 20” by 20” tropical foliage with flowers pillow with feather down inserts. New not used., Handmade.
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Textile
Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Style #36
By Les Ottomans
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Add a touch of luxury and vibrancy to your home with our Silk Velvet Cushions. Featuring a bold and colorful design on the front, these cushions bring an artistic statement to any sp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Silk, Velvet
Modernist Textural Cotton Cream Pillow with White Geometric Patterns Throughout
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and understated pillow was artisanally crafted in the United States from Fine imported cotton in a cream hue. It features a diamond form in the center with triangles ema...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Gold & Indigo Blue Ikat Abstract Pattern
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Gold velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Ikat pattern with gray linen backing. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measures ...
Category
2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Yellow and Black Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Silk, Velvet
Outdoor Pillow with Beige Dedar Milano Fabric Pattern
By Myface
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Orange and Green Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Silk, Velvet
Pair of Multicolor Tweed Boucle Pillows Feather Doen 23”
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Spectacular pair of multicolored tweed boucle pillows, 23” square, with feather down inserts.
Category
1990s American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Textile
Floral Printed Dark Green Velvet Purple Trim Square Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 17”W x 10”D x 17”H
Price As Shown: $1,310 as a pair
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design...
Category
2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet, Down, Feathers
Schumacher x Josef Frank Exotic Butterfly Marine Two-Sided Linen Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 14" x 22" pillow features Exotic Butterfly in Marine. A faithful reproduction of a never-before-seen design by acclaimed midcentury architect Jos...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Linen
Silk Cushions Starburst Hand Embroidery Swarovski Crystals Silk Colour Grey-Gold
Located in Hamburg, DE
1 Pair Cushions with starburst design, hand embroidery with Swarovski crystals and silver thread on silk satin colour grey-gold, cushion size 50 x 50cm, cushion cover with cotton lin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Silk
Classic Wool Linen Blend Bouclé Pillow in Light Beige 60x50 cm.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Classic Wool Linen Blend Bouclé Pillow BAMBI in Light Beige color.
Size 60x50 cm
Handmade in Sweden.
Composition front: 51%WO, 22%LI, 16%PL, 11% CO. Made in Italy
Composition back: ...
Category
2010s Swedish Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Linen, Down
Embroidered Golden Leaves Velvet Pillow - Green
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Bring timeless elegance to your space with our embroidered velvet 'Golden Leaves' pillows. Featuring intricate golden leaves fully embroidered on a luxurious velvet base, these pillo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Velvet
Schumacher Kandira Blues Two-Sided Linen Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Kandira in blues, a playful checkerboard graphic derived from woven ikats. In a Classic blue and white color palette, this 100% linen fabric is truly v...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Linen
Set of 7 Decorative Pillows Pearl Cream Fur Swarovski by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/7 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple.
Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details.
2x 908928 Rectangular decorative cushion in cream satin.
D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Crystal
Crewel Work Hand Embroidered Brown Birds Toss Pillow - 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous crewel work hand embroidered brown birds toss pillow on natural ground. We have a similar pillow available, also 2 pillows with a single bird pattern. Collect all 4 similar ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Silver Gray & Indigo Blue Dash Abstract Pattern
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Silver gray silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Dash pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measures ...
Category
2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Silk
Pink Velvet and Brass Italian Customizable Curtain by Vintage Domus Collection
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful and elegant curtain made of soft and velvety blackout fabric, thick but light, prevents most of the light to penetrate into the room thus avoiding annoying reflections on monitors and TVs, provides greater privacy in the environment of use avoiding prying eyes.
The fabric is 100% polyester, flame retardant.
The curtain of the collection Vintage Domus...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Brass
Schumacher Sabi Tiger Velvet 24x12" Pillow in Jungle
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Sabi Tiger Velvet with a knife edge finish. Sabi Tiger Stripe in jungle is a wildly chic abstract animal pattern and a go-to fabric that traverses decorative sty...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Missoni Home Red Jacquard and Chevron Wells Cushion, Italy
By Missoni Home, Missoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Missoni home red jacquard and chevron wells cushion, Italy. Measures: 20” x 20.” New with tags. Retail price 655 USD.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Textile
Schumacher Custis Stripe Embroidered 22 x 14" Pillow in Marigold
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 marigold features wonderful stylized carnat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Shumacher Blair Silk Épinglé 16x12" Pillow in Wythe Rose
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Blair Silk Épinglé with a knife edge finish. A truly extraordinary velvet derived from a fragment of an 18th-century men's suit worn in Williamsburg, Worcester b...
Category
2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
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”.
Category
Mid-20th Century British Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Embroidered Dragon Linen Pillow - Burgundy
By Les Ottomans
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
This cushion is a striking accent piece, featuring a fully embroidered dragon on a linen base, with playful tassels at each corner. Perfect for adding texture and personality to your...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Linen
Sayra Pillow, Charcoal Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Sayra pillow features a plush charcoal velvet base with an abstract gold embroidery thread. Perfect modern addition to any room.
Size: 22”x 22”
Features
Zipper closure
Gold e...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Marion Velvet 16x12" Pillow in Sepia
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Marion Velvet Tape with a knife edge finish. A scrolling leaf pattern in jacquard cut velvet gives this champagne-colored accessory a luster that's positively lu...
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
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
Schumacher Edirne Silk Velvet in Sky & Black 20" x 16" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The Edirne 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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Adele Charcoal Gold Velvet Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Relax on this rich pintucked charcoal velvet Adele pillow with asymmetrical gold foil stripes. Part of a beautiful new array of unique new pillows perfect...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Leo Lumber Pillow, Ivory Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Leo Lumbar Pillow features an ivory velvet base with an embroidered gold animal in the center. This one of a kind pillow will show your wild side.
Size: 14”x 20”
Features
Zip...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Lisboa Velvet 20" Pillow in Gold
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lisboa Velvet. This unique, labyrinthine pattern was inspired by Portuguese tilework. Its winding, linear motif has a striking, large scale and a subtle, metallic sheen. Pillow is finished with a welt in Gustave Silk Lip Cord...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Schuamcher Brimfield 20" Pillow in Cinder
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Brimfield with a knife edge finish. Inspired by a vintage textile we found at the famed Brimfield Antique Flea Market, this exceedingly soft and intricate woven ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wood
Judy Ross Textiles Slice Hand-Embroidered Chainstitch Pillow, 18 Inch
By Judy Ross
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
Schumacher Rolling Hills in Blues 16 x 12" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rolling Hills with a knife edge finish. Charming animals gambol within a naïve landscape in this whimsical full-coverage print. This design preserves the rustic ...
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
Square Decorative 23.63" Cushion in Pink Velvet Molteni&C - made in Italy
By Molteni & C
Located in New York, NY
Soft and cozy cotton velvet decorative cushion perfect to create a layered effect on your upholstery interiors
100% made in Italy
Distinctive "three dimensional" effect.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Rectangular Decorative Cushion in Olive Green Velvet Molteni&C - made in Italy
By Molteni & C
Located in New York, NY
Soft and cozy cotton velvet decorative cushion perfect to create a layered effect on your upholstery interiors
100% Made in Italy
Disti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Velvet
Hand Embroidered Linen Pillow - Dragonfly
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Bring a hint of the tropics to your home with our hand embroidered dragonfly cushion. Featuring a beautifully embroidered dragonfly, this cushion adds a touch of relaxed elegance to ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Linen
Soft Bouclé Pillow in Cream 60x60 cm.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Soft Bouclé pillow TEDDY in color Cream.
Size: 60x60cm
Handmade in Sweden.
Composition front: 21%CO, 15%WO, 6%VI, 29%PL, 29%PC. Made in Italy
Compositio...
Category
2010s Swedish Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Down, Bouclé
Schumacher Wentworth Embroidery Chambray Linen Cotton Lumbar Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Wentworth Embroidery Fabric (Item# 75475) with a Knife Edge finish. The embroidery has an elegant cross-stitching on jute and linen with subtle tonal variations ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Schumacher Campagne Peacock Rouge Two-Sided Linen Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Campagne in peacock and rouge. A lush, lively interpretation of a Classic French design, with a captivating all-over pattern of plumes, blossoms and vi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Linen, Nylon
Schumacher Chiang Mai Dragon I/O 18" Pillow in Aquamarine
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Chiang Mai Dragon Indoor/Outdoor with a self welt finish. One of our best-loved designs, this Art Deco-inspired chinoiserie motif has been adapted into a chic ou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Pyne Hollyhock Floral Chintz Indigo Two-Sided Cotton Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features our Pyne Hollyhock print, one of Schumacher's most iconic and sought-after designs. Shown here in Indigo and finished with self welt edges, this chintz...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Selenita Large Brick Fringed Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, 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.