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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Selenita Yellow Curry 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

IRIS round dry green Velvet Deluxe Fringed Decorative 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Topazio multi color Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems and precious stones, these cushions embody elegance and subtle luxury: polished beauty with a quiet, powerful presence. A talisman for the ho...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Gold & Indigo Blue Morse Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Gold velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Morse 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

Jasper Brown and Blue - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Frilled Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushions, designed to bring beauty, positive...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Style #673
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

Pierre Frey Large Bolster Cushion
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A beautiful handcrafted bolster cushion in classic fabric by The House of Pierre Frey. The bolster cushion is made with piping and fitted with zipper. The size is perfect for a k...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric

Selenita 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

Daisy long fringe set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
These ivory white decorative pillows are ethically produced by small family run business, hand-made by skilled portuguese artisans with top quality cotton velvet. Each piece is uniq...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

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

Sheared Mink Throw Blanket with Cashmere Hem by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
An incredibly refined design piece. A sheared, dark blue Mink throw blanket with a beige Cashmere, Wool and Alpaca lining and hem. This throw blanke...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

AMETISTA II -Set of 4 cushions - Velvet Deluxe Handmade Stripes Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
Ametyst, the gem of calm and clarity, has long been admired for its soothing hues and its ability to inspire inner peace and criativity. Like so, our AMETISTA striped cushions are a ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Schumacher Tierra Stripe 20" Pillow in Blue
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tierra Stripe with a knife edge finish. Inspired by a vintage handwoven blanket, this textural, tonal offset stripe in blue gets...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Fantastical Leopard Unicorn Lumbar Pillows with Faux Fur
Located in Greenwich, CT
Lumbar pillows with custom down/feather insert. Printed linen featuring leopard-unicorns on the face with faux fur back. Sold as a pair. Measurements: Overall: 20”W x 4”D x 9”H ...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Faux Fur

House of Scalamandre Zebras Throw Pillow
Located in Saint Louis, US
This luxury plush pillow is a product of the Art by Gomez atelier. The front is fitted with a rich, vibrant red that supports a pattern with galloping zebras. The fabric is from the archives of the luxurious House of Scalamandre...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Dots Pillow - Ebony
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

Hand-dyed Velvet Throw Pillow Jade Green & Indigo Blue Ripple Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Jade velvet cushion dyed with indigo in Ripple pattern with grey linen backing. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measur...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Selenita Brown 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

Emerald sand blue patchwork Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
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 wit...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Rosa Pastel Pink Cream Artisanal Handwoven Throw Bedspread In Plush Soft Merino
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Rosa Throw / Blanket is a large size plush handloom textile ethically woven by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with earth friendly dyes ...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Yarn

Modern Black Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Black Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL embodies the essence of understated luxury and timeless elegance. Crafted from premium velvet in a deep, jet-black hue, these pillo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Luna Black Fur Lumbar Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luna pillow features a luxurious fur in a simple yet elegant construction. Add this pillow to any room to bring some dimension & class to it when you decorate with this pillow. ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fur

Felted Wool Snowball Pillow - by JG SWITZER in BLOOD ORANGE
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Our tactile 12" snowball is made from our Shetland cloud heritage breed Shetland, local and imported merino wool and milled here in West Sonoma County at our workshop. The ball is fi...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Tibet Lamb White Lumbar Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
This cushion is handcrafted in our Atelier in Italy using only the best materials, starting from real Tibet Lamb fur. Its particular look allows this piece to both stand out or blend...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Fuchsia Hexagonal Cut Velvet Square Pillows with Chartreuse Sateen Back
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fuchsia hexagonal cut velvet on face and chartreuse sateen on back. Measurements: Overall: 15” W x 5” D x 15” H Price as shown: $830 as a pair COM Price: $350 as a pair Cust...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

DAISY Cobalt Blue - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Round Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Inspired by the simple beauty and power of a flower, DAISY is more than just a cushion... it'...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Bit Map Throw Blanket 03, 100% Cotton Woven Contemporary Pixel Art, 37"x52"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit map throw blanket 03 by Luft Tanaka Studio A multicolored graphic throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn based on digital pixel art created using an early bitmap drawing software from the 1980s and 1990s. Measures: 37" x 52" / 94cm x 132cm Please inquire if you're interested in other sizes: 50" x 60" / 127cm x 152cm 60" x 80" / 152cm x 203cm The Bit Map Series is based on digital “doodles” Luft makes using Kid...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Embroidered Velvet Mushroom Pillow - Black
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

Linen

Jasper Green and White Ruffled - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushions, designed to bring beauty, positive...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Pure Cashmere Brown Lumbar Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
Pure Cashmere fabric Cushion with a tight knitted effect. Cashmere textile is one of the most valuable and thin fiber in the world. Extremely soft and lightweight, it is breathable ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Jade Green & Indigo Blue Pleat Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Jade velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Pleat 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

Gemma cobalt blue & Brown Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Striped Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems and precious stones, these cushions embody elegance and subtle luxury: polished beauty with a quiet, powerful presence. A talisman for the ho...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Emerald brown patchwork Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
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 wit...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Fluorite Stone Green Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushion, designed to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Obsidiana Camel & Blue Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Stripes Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushion, designed...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Salvia Modern Queen Bedspread Hand-woven Hand Embroidered in Soft Merino
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Salvia bedspread t is a beautifully handwoven and carefully hand embroidered piece by master weavers in Nepal, and dyed entirely with earth-friendl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Yarn

Natural Mink Fur Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A pearl-beige Mink fur cushion where the special craftmaship techinque of "back to side" enhances the natural colour and the volume of the fur, creating movement and dynamism in its ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Ametista II Brick and Blue Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Ametyst, the gem of calm and clarity, has long been admired for its soothing hues and its ability to inspire inner peace and criativity. Like so, our AMETISTA striped cushions are a ...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

GEMMA Dry Green & Ivory Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
A talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. This decorative throw pillow is ethically produced by small family run business, handmade by skilled portuguese artisan...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

AMAZONITE Brick & Blue Striped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
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

AMAZONITE Brown & Blue Striped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
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

AMAZONITE Stone Green & Rubi Striped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
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

Maharam Pillow, Layers Park Double by Hella Jongerius
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Layers Park Double by Hella Jongerius 002 Sienna/Ginger/Rose Layers Park Double combines Hella Jongerius' fascination with the manipula...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Nylon, Polyester

Pair of Fortuny Textile Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These Fortuny pillows feature a luxurious and elegant design typical of the brand’s signature aesthetic. The fabric displays a bold, flowing vine and leaf motif in a rich gold tone, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

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

2010s French Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Hand Embroidered Cushion with Silver Sequins on Silk Color Oyster
Located in Hamburg, DE
Cushion with silver sequins color antique silver, hand embroidered on the front panel, back side plain silk Bruno triplet # 68 color oyster cushio...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silver

Emerald deep blue patchwork Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
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 wit...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Silver Sequined Cushions Rectangular Hand Embroidery on Silk Color Peppercorn
Located in Hamburg, DE
1 pair of cushion with silver sequins color antique silver, hand embroidered on the front panel, back side plain silk Bruno triplet # 68 color pep...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silver

AMAZONITE Cappuccino and Brick Striped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
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

Red Fox & Suede Bed runner by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A natural Red Fox fur and Suede bed runner. The meticulously studied patchwork-style design make this piece is unique, resulting in a decor piece perfect to add colour and character ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Pair of Silk Pillows w/ Fortuny Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These are luxurious silk pillows featuring a Fortuny stripe design. The base fabric is a rich, warm, muted copper silk with a slight sheen, giving it an elegant and sophisticated app...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Gold Cross Fox Fur Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
This cushion was designed to create a mélange of natural colours which will bring a shine to your interns. This particular design, with its superior material skillfully crafted by ou...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Oscar Pillow - Sunset
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

Pair of Petite Rust Fortuny Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These are luxurious silk pillows featuring a Fortuny stripe design. The base fabric is a rich, warm, muted copper silk with a slight sheen, giving it an elegant and sophisticated app...
Category

20th Century American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Daisy II Brick 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 Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Fornasetti Silk Cushion Sardine Fishes on Blue
Located in MILANO, IT
The Fornasetti cushions will add to each room an unexpected detail thanks to the most iconic Italian atelier designs. Cushion cover material: S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Bertu Pillows, Decorative Throw Pillow, Leather
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Mode Collection Modern Throw Pillow is made in the heart of Ohio, USA with a high-grade leather front and a suede back. The pattern of the stitching between the 3 leather panels...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Leather, Suede

Maharam Pillow, Blumen by Dagobert Peche
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Blumen by Dagobert Peche 003 Robin Blumen by Dagobert Peche is an example of Peche’s textile design aesthetic. The modern geometric elements juxtaposed against a traditional botanical design are archetypical of Peche’s work and exhibit his love of ornament and decorative extravagance. Blumen creates a contemporary, fanciful twist on the familiar and comfortable. Founded in 1902, Maharam offers a comprehensive collection of textiles for commercial and residential interiors. Maharam pillows feature celebrated textile designs from the 20th and 21st centuries, from re-editions of the work of Charles and Ray Eames, Alexander Girard and Verner Panton to recent collaborations with Hella Jongerius, Paul Smith, Scholten & Baijings, and Studio Job. Dagobert Peche (1887-1923, Austria) was an influential figure in the Austrian arts and crafts...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Double Brick Red 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 contrasting color and aesthetic balance of this accent piece make it the perfect throw accent to a sofa and armchair in a living room or private study. Entirely handmade, LO DECOR proposes DOUBLE OPTICAL and a DOUBLE VELVET - opaque and iridescent velvet on the front and iridescent on the back - in the nuances of: brick...
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2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Cream Alpaca Pillow By MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Refined simplicity meets tactile luxury in this 22" decorative pillow, upholstered in richly textured cream alpaca. Soft to the touch and visually elegant, it brings warmth, depth, a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Alpaca

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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