Modern Textiles
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Style: Modern
Color: Purple
NAAMI Shibori Silk Pillow in Indigo
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom designed by Studio Variously, NAAMI Indigo Pillow is handmade by master artisans in India. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively colla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
AZURE Handloom Cashmere Light Weight Ombre Dyed Throw / Blanket
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, AZURE throw / blanket is handwoven by master weavers in Nepal and dip dyed entirely with eco-friendly certified Swiss dyes. A sustainable design br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Textiles
Materials
Yarn
Rosewood Indigo Handloom Throw / Blanket In Soft Merino In Stripes Pattern
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, ROSEWOOD INDIGO merino throw / blanket is hand-woven by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with eco-friendly dyes.
A sustainable design br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Textiles
Materials
Yarn
Maharam Pillow, Cotton Velvet
By Maharam
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow
Cotton velvet
027 Helio
Cotton Velvet represents the conclusion of an extensive search by the Maharam Design Studio for the finest quality available. Woven in Ita...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Les Ottomans, 'Silk Cushion' by Matthew Williamson
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Matthew Williamson one of the most well known fashion designer has created a tabletop and textile collection for les-Ottomans. Colors is a must in all Williamsons’ designs as well as the peacock’s references that are here declinated in several new and original patterns
Matthew Williamson is an award-winning British designer renowned for his use of kaleidoscopic color, intricate patterns and designs inspired by nature and travel. A graduate from the prestigious Central Saint Martins College, Matthew Williamson showed his critically-acclaimed debut catwalk collection...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk, Paint
Shumacher Woodland Leopard Velvet 16x12" Pillow in Sapphire
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Woodland Leopard Velvet with a knife edge finish. A host of historic paintings and textiles served as source material for this fabulously stylized leopard and tr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Gilded Star Block Print Pillow in Navy on Natural, 20"
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Gilded Star Block Print by Drusus Tabor with a knife edge finish. Created in collaboration with Drusus Tabor and printed by hand on a soft linen ground, Gilded S...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Roxbury I/O Pillow in Navy, 20"
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Roxbury Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. A graphic large-scale design, Roxbury Indoor/Outdoor in navy is a bold geometric that invites pattern play. Pill...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Ombre Merino Wool Soft Blanket Throw in Deep Blue, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Cozy throw blankets for your home.
Measurements: 51"x78" (1st Dibs measurements are for the shipping box)
Merino wool blankets will keep you cozy and warm this winter. When cold weather happens, wrap yourself up in this beautiful Deep Blue Ombre Merino Wool Throw and stay cozy. This beautiful deep blue and light blue ombre color...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Extra Large Pillow Feather Pillow with Blue Pink Gold Damask
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Measurements:
Outside: 40”W x 11”D x 26”H
Price As Shown: $1,685 each
COM Price: $350 each
Customization may change price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecti...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Down, Feathers
Schuamcher Zebra Palm I/O 16" Pillow in Navy
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Zebra Palm Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Inspired by one of our most popular tropical patterns, Zebra Palm Indoor/Outdoor in navy is a chic mid-scale ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Printed Linen Pillow Cloudy Aegean
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A luxury handmade decorative throw pillow made of printed Belgian linen, great for adding comfort and casual, laid-back style to a contemporary living room, bedroom or lounge. Belgia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Geometric Grid Dog Bed
By Leah Singh
Located in Westfield, NJ
We are so excited to offer dog beds in our handcrafted textiles! And they double as floor cushions!
Our dog beds are ethically hand woven by artisans in Rajas...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Maharam Pillow, Shake by Bertjan Pot
By Maharam, Bertjan Pot
Located in New York, NY
Shake by Bertjan Pot
006 Sway
Bertjan Pot (b. 1975, the Netherlands) is an industrial designer who embraces the discoveries that result from material experimentation. Guided by a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Polyester, Cotton, Nylon
Seletti Polyester Cushion by 'Toiletpaper', Lipsticks
By Toiletpaper, Seletti
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 Textiles
Materials
Polyester
Schumacher X Molly Mahon Buti & Tuk Tuk Pillow in Pink & Yellow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Buti on front with Tuk Tuk on back with a knife edge finish. A delightful small-scale floral-and-diamond pattern is paired with a charming...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Nadira Embroidery Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Nadira Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Inspired by Moroccan needlework, Nadira Embroidery in indigo features a unique cross-stitch design on a cotton-linen ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Mersin Silk Velvet in Blue & Black 20" x 16" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The Mersin 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 Textiles
Materials
Cotton
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 Textiles
Materials
Linen
Schumacher Iconic Leopard Pillow in Ink
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Iconic Leopard with a self welt finish. We first introduced this sexy pattern in the 1970s. In 11 versatile colors, it's eternally ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Schumacher x Victor Glemaud Jessie Cut Velvet 20" Pillow in Navy on White
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Jessie Cut Velvet by Victor Glemaud for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Created in collaboration with Haitian American fashion...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Fantastical Zebra Cat Throw Pillow Set
Located in Greenwich, CT
Set of throw pillows with fantastical printed cat zebra velvet on face, duck egg silky velvet back and faux fur trim.
Measurements:
Overall: 16”W x 9”H
Price As Shown: $215 ea...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Fur, Down, Feathers
Schumacher Chinois Fret 22" x 14" Pillow in Sky/Ivory
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Chinois Fret with a knife edge finish. Chinois is a timeless fretwork motif in a fresh, modern palette. Back of pillow is Gainsborough Velvet. Pillow includes a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Double Rectangle Blue Velvet Blue and White
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
The geometrical shape of this elegant cushion is adorned with a stunning cover that is sophisticated and fresh, adding a delicate decorative accent to a modern living room.
The con...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Iconic Leopard 18" Pillow in Ink/Natural
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Iconic Leopard with a self welt finish. We first introduced this sexy pattern in the 1970s. In 11 versatile colors, it's eternally chic. Pillow includes a feathe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Iconic Leopard in Ink 22 x 14" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Iconic Leopard with a Knife Edge finish. We first introduced this sexy pattern in the 1970s. In 11 versatile colors, it's eternally chic. Pillow includes a feath...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Purple Velvet Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
This ball pillow is covered in a soft terry-like velour fabric. Can be customized in any fabric. Ask for current availability as shown.
Measurements:
Overall: 12” W x 12” Dia.
Dis...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Chevron Strie Velvet 22" Pillow in Lapis
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Madeleine by Timothy Corrigan for Schumacher. Named for Madeleine Castaing, the iconic French decorator known for her love of leopard prints, small-scale spots a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Ainsley Stripe Indoor/Outdoor Pillow in Navy
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Ainsley Stripe Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. This high-performance woven ikat stripe with a soft, supple hand has a mélange ground and the handmade fe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Acrylic
Schumacher Iconic Leopard in Ink 20 x 14" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Iconic Leopard with a Knife Edge finish. We first introduced this sexy pattern in the 1970s. In 11 versatile colors, it's eternally chic. Pillow includes a feath...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Patterned Outdoor Waterproof Pillow Design by Ralph Lauren
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Pillow Big 2 - Outdoor pillow big
Modern outdoor pillow made with Ralph Lauren Fabric
A simple design that allows you to risk in colors and p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric
2 "Lido" Fuchsia Pillows by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Lido" Fuchsia pillow by Le Lampade
The " Lido" is a hand woven, hand tufted and channeled pillow made in Italy. The background is a rich wool felt wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Chevron Strie Velvet 20" Pillow in Lapis
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Full Circle with a self welt finish. When an artisanal warp print meets a graphic stripe made of circles, the results are enchanting. Pillow includes a feather/d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Hand-Dyed Indigo Canvas Quilt
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
After several years of using indigo canvas to upholster our sofas and chairs from the Inheritance collection, we have accumulated a great deal of scrap material. Most are just pieces too small to use for upholstery, or the leftover cuttings from the sewing room floor. We designed and made these quilts with those pieces. The backside of the quilt is a very soft brushed canvas. Each piece is unique with varying shades of Indigo canvas and quantities are very limited.
Inspired by a worn-in pair of jeans and created alongside the team at Simon Miller, USA, our indigo cotton canvas is hand dyed...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Canvas
Blue and Purple Velvet Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Blue and purple soft velvety terry cloth ball pillow adds fun to any space. Ball pillows can be customized in any fabric. Ask for current availability ...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Iconic Leopard 20" x 14" Lumbar Pillow Two-Sided Pillow in Graphite
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Iconic Leopard Fabric (Item# 175722) with a Self-Welt finish. We first introduced this sexy pattern in the 1970s. In 11 versatile colors, it's eternally chic. Pi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Schumacher Alma Indoor/Outdoor Pillow in Denim
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Alma Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Based on a woodblock our design director carved by hand, this interlocking pattern reinterprets a block-print into ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Acrylic
Schumacher Iconic Leopard 22" x 14" Lumbar Pillow Two-Sided Pillow in Graphite
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Iconic Leopard Fabric (Item# 175722) with a Self-Welt finish. We first introduced this sexy pattern in the 1970s. In 11 versatile colors, it's eternally chic. Pi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
GAN Spaces Lan Large Cushion with Wool in Indigo by Neri&Hu
Located in New York, NY
“Neri&Hu questions the sofa typology. Once the normal typology of a piece of furniture is broken down into its components, seating and rug become a single space.
The back componen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
GAN Spaces Lan Small Cushion with Wool in Indigo by Neri&Hu
Located in New York, NY
“Neri&Hu questions the sofa typology. Once the normal typology of a piece of furniture is broken down into its components, seating and rug become a single space.
The back componen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Galore Round Cushion, by Rikke Frost from Warm Nordic
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
An elegant bolster cushion, which matches the Galore sofa range by the talented Danish designer, Rikke Frost. This elongated, cylinder-shaped cushion lends...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles
Materials
Feathers
Seletti Polyester Cushion by "Toiletpaper", Globe
By Toiletpaper, Seletti
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 humor dipped in pastel colors. Seletti wears Toiletpaper...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Polyester
Designtex Clarkenwell Royal Wool Textile, Wallace and Sewell, UK, Cooper Hewitt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designtex Clarkenwell Royal Wool Textile, Wallace and Sewell, UK, Cooper Hewitt
Royal Collection Wallace Sewell
100% wool
Weight per unit 11.2 oun...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Pleated Silk Cushion Fish Scale Pattern Color Orchid
Located in Hamburg, DE
Decorative cushion: taffeta silk fabric, color orchid with embossed front panel in steam pleated fish scale pattern, back panel plain silk taffeta, 50 x 50 cm, concealed zipper in th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Vintage Louis Feraud Paris Silk Scarf Red Blue and White
By Hermès, Louis Feraud
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous Louis Feraud Paris silk scarf in mint pristine condition.
Designed by french artist Louis Feraud.
Great gift 100 % silk, handcrafted, Made in France
Signature of the bran...
Category
20th Century French Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Modern textiles for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern textiles 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 textiles 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 textiles 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 textiles, 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 textiles 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 $320.
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