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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Chokor Nira Brown Organic Cotton Handloom Pillow in Geometric Patterns
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Chokor Nira Brown Pillow is a slightly textured handwoven pillow where our artisans have skillfully created a classic pattern using an ancient weaving tec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Happy Pillow Velvet Fuchsia with Fringes Small
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Tailored quality meets stylish allure in this stunning cushion, ideal to increase the comfort of a bed or sofa while not renouncing glamour. The rich inner padding is enveloped in pr...
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2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Elodie Embroidery 24 x 12" Pillow in Rose
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Elodie Embroidery with a self welt finish. The wavy lines stitched in alternating thread colors make Elodie Embroidery in rose a uniquely rhythmic alternative to...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Crawford Check 18 x 12" Pillow in Indigo
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Scatter Cushion in Liberty Persian Voyage Amersham Linen from Modern Collector
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Made by hand in our workshop in Wiltshire, UK and presented in Liberty Persian Voyage Amersham Linen-Blend in Lichen, from their Modern Collector range of fabrics, these uniquely designed cushions feature a tailored Oxford border with a concealed zip for added comfort. A classic square silhouette, boasting a sumptuous luxury feather interior...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pillows and Throws

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Fabric

Chumbes Pillow 2 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Chumbes pillow 2 by Mae Engelgeer. Materials: 100% Cotton. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 80 x H 80 cm Available in colors: Lila/ brick/ gold/ terra. Also a...
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2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Hand Painted Silk Velvet Pillow, Abstract No.2, Pink Lilac & Navy
Located in New York, NY
Rose velvet pillow dyed with Blush, Lilac, Navy and Magenta in an abstract pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-painted and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in...
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2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Chumbes Blanket 2 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Chumbes blanket 2 by Mae Engelgeer Materials: 100% cotton. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 130 x H 180 cm Available in colors: blue/banana/silver and terracot...
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2010s Colombian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Modern Kilombo Home Embroidery Pillow Cushion Cotton Leaves Blue&Salmon
Located in Madrid, ES
Designed by Kilombo Home. This stylish pillow is the perfect accessory. A simple touch full of character that would change the room where is placed. Mix our different patterns t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Modern Patterned Textured Pillow Multicolour "Puntacana" by Evolution21
Located in Mechelen-Noord, VAN
With an eclectic and vibrant pattern which references the Dominican resort after which it's named, our Puntacana cushion reflects the joie de vivre which is often associated with its...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Polyester

Cushion / Pillow Santorini Clouds Grey by Evolution21
Located in Mechelen-Noord, VAN
Taking inspiration from its namesake, the Santorini fabric shares the same hues which can be found when spending time on the island. From its vibrant sunsets to the muted yet stark whites contrasting the sky and sea, this series of cushions serves as a slice of island life which can reside within your home. With the fabric tassels...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Polyester, Cotton, Linen, Nylon, Acrylic

Cushion / Pillow Pampas Sand by Evolution21
Located in Mechelen-Noord, VAN
Inspired by the soft touch of flowing wild grass, revel in the natural wonder of Fabric Pampas. Its subtle texture is soothing on the skin, so we'd recommend using it on furniture wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

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Polyester

Plaid Mulera by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Plaid Mulera by Sebastian Herkner Materials: 100% natural virgin wool. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 180 x H 138 cm Available in colors: green/ salmon/ vino, mu...
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2010s Colombian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Schumacher Magic Mountain Dragon in Porcelain 18" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Magic Mountain Dragon with a Knife Edge finish. Foo dogs and fire-breathing dragons animate this fantastic, symmetrical print on a linen ground. It's an adventur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Cushion / 21st Century Evolution21 Bergamo Nature Cream
Located in Mechelen-Noord, VAN
Made apparent through our images, the Bergamo cushion delivers comfort in spades, both to the eye and to the body. With a neutral cream colour palette, embellished through the rich textures of the fabric, the cushion serves as a testament to our craftsmanship. It goes without doubt that the Bergamo cushion belongs in the cosiest of environments, bolstering the appeal of other Evolution21 items such as our Aspen Sofas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Polyester, Cotton, Linen

Musgo Chumbes Pillow 2 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Musgo chumbes pillow 2 by Mae Engelgeer. Materials: 100% Cotton. Technique: hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 80 x H 80 cm Available in colors: musgo/banana/silver/pasto....
Category

2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Montecito Medallion 20" Pillow in Leaf Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Montecito Medallion by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a self welt finish. This stunning large-scale medallion in leaf green evokes timeless motifs from India ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Blue/Gray Pillow
Located in Norwalk, CT
This new accent pillow of East-meets-West design aesthetic showcases a Tibetan design with predominant Blue/Gray color. Hand made, using either 100% premium wool. This pillow ...
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2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Schumacher Tutsi in Natural/Ivory 20 x 12" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tutsi Velvet by David Kaihoi for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Tutsi Velvet, designed by David Kaihoi, is a hard-wearing yet sophisticated heavyweight fab...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Major Collection Cushion Velvet with Fringes Blue
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

Major Collection Cushion Velvet with Fringes Brick
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

Schumacher Kata 22" Pillow in Camel with Black
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Kata with a knife edge finish. An abstract take on a Tibetan tiger pattern, denim-colored Kata is a fabulous, upholstery weight, flat weave fabric with a little ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Ottilie Stripe Pillow Yellow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Ottilie Stripe. A unique and intricately detailed scalloped stripe, Ottilie Stripe in yellow has subtle tonalities and extraordinary depth. Printed on a 100% lin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Cushion / Pillow Patterned Bamboo Leaf Green by Evolution21
Located in Mechelen-Noord, VAN
A tropical pattern in subtle tones, our bamboo leaf fabric upholstery is warm and playful. Harking to a different environment, the cushion helps to bring a natural look to both inter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Acrylic

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

Cushion / Pattern Cushion Absolute Coup De Foudre Gold Reverse by Evolution21
Located in Mechelen-Noord, VAN
Our Coup de Foudre or ‘Love at first sight’ fabric is art in action. With a nod to Picasso’s Ma Jolie, the various shades of gold interlace to tell a tale of love’s first sweet embra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Linen, Nylon, Acrylic, Polyester, Cotton

Cushion / Pillow Chérie Brown Baby Alpaca Wool by Evolution21
Located in Mechelen-Noord, VAN
Often considered as one of the most plush and comfortable fabrics in the world of textiles, alpaca wool is the peak blend of luxury and comfort. By using it in our Chérie cushions, E...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Alpaca, Linen, Nylon

Schumacher Kata 24" x 12" Pillow in Camel with Black
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Kata with a knife edge finish. An abstract take on a Tibetan tiger pattern, denim-colored Kata is a fabulous, upholstery weight, flat weave fabric with a little ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Polyester

Japandi Rusty Pink Printed Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Simple and powerful is JAPANDI mantra. An elegant, versatile, soft cushion, that finds its strengths in its simplicity. This decorative pillow is ethically produced, digitally...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Schumacher Cubist 20" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Cubist by Miles Redd for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. This 96-inch panel is cut to create 4 unique pillow faces featuring the geometric design. Customers...
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2010s North American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Botanical hand-embroidered navy velvet accent pillow with tonal piping
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pastel shades of silk blue threads are hand embroidered into an elegant botanical bouquet. Poppies , lilies and irises bloom on the deep navy velvet cushion artisanal crafted. The ba...
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2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Feathers

"RISO" Handmade Wool Off-White Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The "Cableknit" pillow is hand knitted in the finest Italian merino wool, has feather and down insert and concealed zipper. Made in Italy.
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2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Feathers, Wool

"Palermo" Handmade Linen/Cotton Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The "Palermo" pillow is handmade and handwoven using a natural linen/cotton fabric, featuring fringe border of same material, feather and down insert with concealed zipper. 100% natu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Hand Painted Silk Pillow, Abstract No.5, Peach Pink & Gray
Located in New York, NY
Blush silk faille pillow dyed with magenta, orange and gray in an abstract pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-painted and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Musgo Chumbes Cylinder Cushion by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Musgo Chumbes cylinder cushion by Mae Engelgeer. Materials: 100% Cotton. Technique: hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 60 x H 22 cm Available in colors: musgo/banana/silve...
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2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Wyatt Corduroy 20" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Wyatt Corduroy with a knife edge finish. With super soft quarter-inch wales, great texture and a performance finish, Wyatt in winter white is our most versatile ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Chumbes Cylinder Cushion by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Chumbes cylinder cushion by Mae Engelgeer. Materials: 100% Cotton. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 60 x H 22 cm Available in colors: Lila/ brick/ gold/ terra...
Category

2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Tribeca Triangles Pillow
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

Zaza Colorblock Pillow
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 ...
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2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Stack Pouf by Nendo
Located in Geneve, CH
Stack pouf by Nendo. Pouf with cushion. Materials: upholstery: fabric. Structure: black lacquered MDF. Dimensions: W314 x D180 xH90 cm. HS 42 cm. ...
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2010s French Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Upholstery

"Lido" Gray Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Lido" gray pillow by Le Lampade The " Lido" is a hand woven, hand tufted and channeled pillow made in Italy. The background is a rich merino wool felt w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

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

Materials

Cotton

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Ikat
Located in New York, NY
Rose velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Ikat pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measures 18 x 18 inch...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Handmade Velvet Pillows
Located in High Point, NC
Handmade pillows made from dusty grape velvet and woven multicolored fabrics with a contrasting velvet welt. The covers have hidden zippers and the inserts are removable. Dry clean o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric

Ikat Fabric Handmade Rectangular Pillow In Uzbekistan
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Handmade pillow made of Ikat fabric; the front side is silk velvet with vivid shaded colors and geometric decorations, and the backside is white silk with a blue geometric pattern. The pillow is a unique and unrepeatable piece, it was made between 2005 and 2009 in small workshops in southern Uzbekistan with the "baghmal" ikat silk...
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21st Century and Contemporary Uzbek Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Chumbes Blanket 1 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Chumbes blanket 1 by Mae Engelgeer Materials: 100% cotton. Technique: hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 200 x H 120 cm Available in colors: blue/banana/silver and terracot...
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Rock Collection Cushion Mustard
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Crafted following artisan techniques, these cushions are distinguished by a bold, geometric design accented with delicate patterns of lines. Available in different nuances - pink, yellow, brick , blue, grey and beige – they can be easily mixed and matched with the other LO Decor contemporary collections, thanks the plain color on the back. The Rock Collection...
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2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Rock Collection Cushion Beige
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Crafted following artisan techniques, these cushions are distinguished by a bold, geometric design accented with delicate patterns of lines. Available in different nuances - pink, yellow, brick , blue, grey and beige – they can be easily mixed and matched with the other LO Decor contemporary collections, thanks the plain color on the back. The Rock Collection...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Chiang Mai Dragon I/O Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Chiang Mai 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 outdoor f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Contemporary Purple Pillow "Bubble Lux" Marsala Dark Peach by Evolution21
Located in Mechelen-Noord, VAN
With its ability to draw a deep variety in hues from one colour, our signature Bubble Lux fabric attracts the eye through its striking texture. With one brush of the hand, the differ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Polyester

Loom Woven Cotton Throw Blanket, Sixteen Geo Multicolor, 54 x 72
Located in New York, NY
The Sixteen throw in navy, pink, ochre and gray geometric print woven throw with fringe edge. Woven with recycled cotton on a jacquard loom, made in the ...
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2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Musgo Chumbes Cylinder Cushion by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Musgo chumbes cylinder cushion by Mae Engelgeer. Materials: 100% Cotton. Technique: hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 60 x H 22 cm Available in colors: Musgo/banana/silve...
Category

2010s German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

21st Century Modern Kilombo Home Embroidery Pillow Cotton Smart Navy Blue&Salmon
Located in Madrid, ES
Designed by Kilombo Home. This stylish pillow is the perfect accessory. A simple touch full of character that would change the room where is placed. Mix our different patterns to get the perfect look. - Front fabric: 100% cotton machine...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Kartell Cushions Largo in Velvet by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The cushions are presented in different variants. Available in two different sizes - 48x48cm and 48x35cm - they can be used in a variety of combinations. Available in Dove Grey, C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Scalamandre Window Treatments, Curtains, Drapery Rainbow Stripe, Fringed, Lined
Located in Stamford, CT
A spectacular set of Curtains or Drapery Window Treatments, Valances Removed directly from Dr Shawn Garber's home on the Gold Coast of Long Island. P...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Major Collection Cushion Velvet with Fringes Teal
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

Stack Pouf by Nendo
Located in Geneve, CH
Stack pouf by Nendo Pouf with cushion Materials: Upholstery: Fabric or leather Structure: Black lacquered MDF Dimensions: W240 x D155 x H80 cm HS ...
Category

2010s French Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Upholstery

"Lana" Beige Wool Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The "Lana" pillow by Le Lampade is handwoven, hand gathered and tufted using soft Merino wool featuring a wide weave and detailed with rousing fur. Pillow insert...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Feathers

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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