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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Schumacher Salisbury Chintz 16" x 11" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillows features Salisbury Chintz. A loose pattern that’s hand-screen printed with no less than 12 colors for a gorgeously layered effect; this graceful, chic floral is old-fash...
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

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

Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Canary Yellow & Indigo Blue Dash Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Canary yellow 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 measure...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Schumacher Magic Mountain Dragon Blue Cotton Linen Pillow
Located in New York, NY
The face of this 18" x 18" pillow features Magic Mountain Dragon in Blue, paired with Langham in Niagara on the back. Foo dogs and fire-breathing dragons animate this fantastic, symm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet Pillow in Marine
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tortola with a knife edge finish. Inspired by basket designs, this concentric diamond pattern is woven from Dralon acrylic yarns. Textured and extremely durable, it is suitable for both indoor or outdoor settings. Pillow includes a polyfill insert and hidden zipper closure. Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous with style, taste, and innovation. A passion for luxury and an unwavering commitment to beauty are woven into everything we do. Pillows and accessories Product Detail Pattern Name: Vanderbilt Velvet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

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

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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 Ming Fret Velvet 18" Pillow in Bronze
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Ming Fret in bronze, a velvet interpretation of our popular Ming Fret pattern, derived from a traditional Chinese motif. Chic and elegant, its raised, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Persephone Celestial Two-Sided Cotton Linen Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 20" x 20" pillow Features Persephone in celestial with Gustave silk lip cord narrow in peacock. This distinctive brocatelle weave features a colorful scrolling pomegranate patte...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Silk, Nylon, Polyester

Round Soft Mohair Pillow in Green 45 cm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Round soft Mohair pillow BONBON in Green color. Size: Diameter 45cm, Hight: 10 cm ( inner pillow included 50cm diameter and approx. 10 cm high to get extra round ) Handmade in Sweden...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Mohair

Contemporary Boho Chic Style Wool and Cotton Pillow In Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your home's look with a chic Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow, meticulously handmade with opulent materials, in a 16" x 24" size. This Once-Size Pillow has a beige back color.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Alpaca

Schumacher Colada Stripe Blue Indoor/Outdoor Two-Sided Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" indoor/outdoor pillow features Colada Stripe in Blue. It's hard to believe that natural linen can be weatherproof, but this stylish multi-color stripe resists fading, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Acrylic

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

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

Bizantino Quilted Weave Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Bizantino Quilted Weave with a knife edge finish. A sophisticated and stunning geometric with fabulous dimension, Bizantino Quilted Weave in peacock has the loft...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Citrus Garden Indoor/Outdoor Pillow in Primary
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Citrus Garden Indoor/Outdoor with a self-welt finish. Charming and whimsical, Josef Frank's beloved 1947 print is a colorful, cheery...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Polyester

Schumacher Laurel in Navy 22" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Laurel with a knife edge finish. Laurel is a lovely loose botanical fabric design that features painterly, floating silhouettes o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Wentworth Embroidery Chambray Linen Cotton Lumbar Pillow
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

Malachite Green Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fun tribal pattern Velvet fabric with a wool ground covers this ball pillow. Stuffed with a feather down blend. Ball can be made in any fabric. Ask for cur...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

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

Zer Lumbar Pillow, Ivory and Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Zer lumbar 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. S...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Ashoka 16" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Ashoka Tape with a Knife Edge finish. With a winding, embroidered floral design accentuated with French Knots, Ashoka Tape adds an element of handcrafted beauty....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Khan's Park in Chambray 20 x 14" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Khan's Park with a self welt finish. A veritable bestiary of stylized animals, this linen and cotton blend recalls a medieval tapestry with elongated forms of fa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

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.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Schumacher Jennie Velvet Peacock Celadon Bolster Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 7" x 21" bolster pillow features Jennie velvet in peacock & celadon. With a figurative and irregular floral pattern rendered in cut velvet, this lively woven has a decorative Vi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Polyester

Checked Raw Textured Wool Linen Pillow in Yellow and Cream 60x60cm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Checked raw textured wool/linen-blend pillow BOBBI in Yellow 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 B...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Linen, Down

Accent Ball Pillow in a Striped Fabric
Located in Utrecht, NL
One might not realize it, but decorative, or accent pillows are among the most important home accessories. Pillows are the easiest and fastest way to transform an entire home decor. They can add pops of colour, texture, and luxury despite their relatively small size. Furthermore, they can be changed easily according to seasons and trends. This geometric accent pillow...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

Pair of Handmade Hermès Pillows
Located in amstelveen, NL
Hermès pillows made from original Hermes fabric. Mohair velvet fabric. Zipper closure. Feather-filled inner pillow. 100% authenticity guaranteed.
Category

2010s European Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet, Mohair

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

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Silver Gray & Indigo Blue Stripe Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Silver velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Striped pattern with gray linen backing. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow meas...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

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

Maharam Pillow, Palio by Alexander Girard
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Pillow Palio by Alexander Girard 002 Sky Palio by Alexander Girard, 1964 draws its motifs, colors and name from the famous bareback horse race held semi-annually in Siena, I...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Nylon

Schumacher Hickox Indoor Outdoor 18" Pillow in Green
Located in New York, NY
This indoor/outdoor pillow features Hickox with a Knife Edge finish. It's hard to believe that natural linen can be weatherproof, but this stylish medium-scale stripe resists fading,...
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

Shumacher Janis Velvet 18" Pillow in Blue
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Janis Velvet with a self welt finish. This handsome update of a traditional pattern features a scaled-up velvet vermicelli design against a jacquard ground. Pill...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Polyester

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

Judy Ross Textiles Totem 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

Wool

Outdoor Pillow with Blue Pattern and Weather Resistance
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

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

Soft Bouclé Pillow in Cream 60x50 cm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Soft Bouclé pillow TEDDY in color Cream. Size: 60x50cm 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

Bouclé, Down

Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 24x12" Pillow in Fushia
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Vanderbilt Velvet by Mary McDonald for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. A large-scale, linear design gives this Italian cut velvet fabric a graphic sensibili...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Schumacher X Molly Mahon Bagru & Buti Pillow in Blue
Located in New York, NY
This pillow featuers Bagru on front with Buti on back with a knife edge finish. A fresh, stylized take on a botanical pattern is paired with a delightful small-scale floral-and-diamo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Shumacher Blair Silk Épinglé 16x12" Pillow in Wythe Rose
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

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

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...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Textile, Silk

Schumacher Faubourg Blue Two-Sided Cotton Lumbar Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 14" x 20" pillow features Faubourg in Blue. At home in both traditional and modern schemes, this chic graphic print adds equestrian flair to any room. Feather/down fill insert i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Brigitte Stripe 18" 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Modern Black Macrame Decorative Pillow
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Black Macrame Decorative Pillow combines artistry and elegance, making it a striking addition to any luxury interior. Its handwoven macrame front features intricate raised...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

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

Shumacher Santa Monica Ikat 22" Pillow in Leaf Green
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 on an archival ikat. Pillow includ...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Seletti Polyester Cushion by "Toiletpaper", Eye and Mouth
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

Barbera Cashmere Cushion Black, Ivory, Cinnamon, Lime Woven Check Pattern
Located in Hamburg, DE
2 no cushions, 100% cashmere from Carlo Barbera, Italy, woven check pattern, color black, ivory, cinnamon and lime, big cushion size: 45 x 55cm, small cush...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

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

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

Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 18" Pillow in Tortoise
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Vanderbilt Velvet by Mary McDonald for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. A large-scale, linear design gives this Italian cut velvet fabric a graphic sensibili...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Embroidered Velvet Mushroom Pillow - Yellow
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Add a cozy autumnal vibe to your home with our embroidered velvet mushroom pillow. The intricate mushroom design, fully embroidered on a rich velvet base, brings warm, earthy tones r...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

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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