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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 Rolling Hills in Blues 16 x 12" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rolling Hills with a knife edge finish. Charming animals gambol within a naïve landscape in this whimsical full-coverage print. This design preserves the rustic ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Double Sided Silk Velvet Cushion - Style #444DS
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 Textiles

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Multicolor Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

Multicolor Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Multicolor Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
$217 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Gold Yellow & Indigo Blue Halo Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Gold velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Halo 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 Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Fringed Cotton Throw Blanket, Multicolor Sixteen Geometric Pattern, 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 ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Blue Multicolor Design Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

Geometric Stripe Dog Bed
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 Raja...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Brown Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

Brown Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Brown Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
$240 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Lee Jofa "Taplow" in Sea Mist 22” Down-Filled Pillows - a Pair
Located in Winder, GA
First introduced in LEE JOFA's MANOR HOUSE collection, TAPLOW has proven to be a designer favorite in both fabric and wallpaper. Printed in Austria on 100% linen. LOVE this inspirin...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Textile, Linen

Schumacher Hampton Stripe I/O Pillow 20x14" in Emerald
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Hampton Stripe Indoor/Outdoor by Mary McDonald for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Smart and sturdy, Hampton Stripe Indoor/Outdoor in emerald is a wonderful...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Yves Saint Laurent LOVE Silk Scarf Custom Pillow
Located in Stamford, CT
1990s Yves Saint Laurent yellow silk LOVE scarf newly made into a custom oversized square pillow. Backed in medium blue velvet. Down insert. Hidden bottom z...
Category

1990s French Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk, Velvet, Down

Fur Cushion with Cotton / Down Feather Insert, Opossum
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Exclusive home accessory, custom made by order. There is not a piece same to another. The product you will receive may have differences with the product pictured as it is a natural m...
Category

2010s European Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Red and Blue Geometric Design Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

Hand-dyed Velvet Throw Pillow in Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Ripple Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose 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 Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Silver Gray & Indigo Blue Pleat Abstract Pattern Fringed Throw Blanket, 54 x 72
Located in New York, NY
Silver gray and indigo blue jacquard woven throw with fringed edges. Woven with recycled cotton on a jacquard loom, made in the US. Each throw measures 54 x 72 inches. This jacquard...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Hand Painted Silk Pillow, Abstract No.8, 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 i...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Modern Dark Woven Decorative Kidney Pillow with Elitis Fabric
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Elitis Dark Woven Pillow by MOGUL is a luxurious blend of texture and craftsmanship, showcasing the refined artistry of Elitis fabric. The intricate woven pattern combines premiu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Modernist Striped Pillow in White Fur & Smoked Taupe Fabric
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Modernist Striped Pillow in White Fur & Pale Green originates from the Untied States, 21st Century. This piece features an organic diagonal stripe of white fur across th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur, Fabric

Pink and Blue Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

Triangles Dog Bed
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 Ra...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Set of 2 Leather Cushion, Exclusive Fish Leather Black Color
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Set of 2 leather cushion, exclusive fish leather black color and black back, small size 15.7 x 7.9 in. Trimmed scales. Fish leather luxury cushion. Ski...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

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

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Tribeca Rectangle 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 Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Lauren Lambswool Champagne Blanket, Queen
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Imported woven and milled in England from 100% lambswool this is the softest wool in the world. Finished queen size and in our most popular Champagne color is the only size and color...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Luna Ivory Beige Fur Lumbar Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luna Lumbar 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 pi...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Maharam Pillow, Cotton Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Cotton velvet 016 Pear Cotton Velvet represents the conclusion of an extensive search by the Maharam Design Studio for the finest quality available. Woven in Ital...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

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

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Fog Gray Woven Geometric Pattern Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Fog Gray geometric upholstered pillow with light gray linen backing, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Cotton upholstered fabric woven on a jacquard loom, made in the US. Pillow measures 17 x 17 inches. The geometric patterned pillow...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Upholstery

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Halo Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Halo 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 Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Maharam Pillow, Lanalux by Alexander Girard, 1970
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Lanalux by Alexander Girard, 1970 002 Umber Exploring texture, fiber variation, and color, Lanalux is a timeless and versatile textile that was originally designed b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Orange and Gray Lumbar Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

"Lido II" Black Merino Wool Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Lido II" black merino wool pillow by Le Lampade 100% merino wool handwoven, hand-channeled and tufted, black pillow with feather/down insert and concealed zipper. Made in Italy.     
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Maharam Pillow, Gemma Multi by Sander Lak
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Pillow Gemma Multi by Sander Lak 035 Sunlit Founded in 1902, Maharam offers a comprehensive collection of textiles for commercial and residential interiors. Maharam pill...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Nylon

Loom Woven Throw Pillow, Aqua Cloud Geo
Located in New York, NY
Cloud blue geometric upholstered pillow with aqua linen backing, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Cotton upholstered fabric woven on a jacquard loom, made in the US. Pillow me...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Upholstery

21st Century Asian Clay Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A single seat pouf, compact, bright and cheeky. Perfect as an additional seat or as a footstool, this pouf is 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic. Use it indoors or carry it outd...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Textiles

Materials

Metal

Blue & pink handmade patchwork and quilted Organic cotton large bed throw quilt
Located in London, London
Blue & pink 'G+S x 2LG STUDIO Extra large quilt' hand made throw 100% Organic cotton quilts hand made in short runs by a small family run artisan studio in India. Made using GOTS certified fabric which is screen printed using AZO free water based non toxic...
Category

2010s British Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Organic Material

Fringe 100% Cashmere Throw Jacquard Rice Grain Cream
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 Textiles

Materials

Textile, Silk

Modern Beige Wool and Cotton Pillow With Striped Chic Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your home's look with a chic Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow, meticulously handmade with opulent materials, in a 20" x 20" size. This Once-Size Pillow has a beige back color.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Natural Hemp Pillow Cover Beige with Brown Striped Pattern 15" x 23"
Located in Houston, TX
Looking for a sustainable and eco-friendly addition to your home decor? Check out our hemp pillow cover, perfect for adding a natural touch to your living space. Made from high-quali...
Category

Early 2000s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Hemp

Schumacher Oleander I/O 18x12" Pillow in Indigo
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Oleander Indoor/Outdoor by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a self welt finish. Inspired by traditional Indian block prints, Oleander Indoor/Outdoor in indigo b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Set of 2 Leather Cushion, Exclusive Fish Leather, Green Color, Small Size
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Set of 2 leather cushion, exclusive fish leather green color and black back, small size 15.7 x 7.9 in. Trimmed Scales Fish leather luxury cushion. The fish skins...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

Modern Cream Woven Leather Decorative Pillow
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A sophisticated statement in modern luxury, this Modern Cream Woven Leather Decorative Pillow exudes timeless elegance and impeccable craftsmanship. The soft, creamy hue highlights t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

Naami Charcoal Black Wave Pattern Handcrafted Shibori Silk Artisanal Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, NAAMI Black pillow is handmade by master artisans in India. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively collabor...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Rubelita Black and Dry Green 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 Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Ombre Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Ombre 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 Textiles

Materials

Velvet

21st Century Asian Clay Outdoor Indoor Handmade Round Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This round, low pouf is the nonchalant seat you’ve been looking for. 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic, this pouf is suitable for both indoor and outdoor, complete with a handl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Textiles

Materials

Metal

Vintage Embroidered Silk Charmeuse Fabric, White Floral Champagne Taupe, Rare
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury embroidered silk fabric, white floral champagne taupe, rare vintage. Gorgeous midcentury textile. Marked 100 percent silk. Approxima...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Printed Linen Pillow Transparencies Rouge
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

Zebra Printed Linen Lumbar Pillow w Duck Egg Velvet Back and Aqua Sateen Flange
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fantastical zebra printed linen on face with silk duck egg velvet on back and aqua sateen flange. Measurements: Overall: 25”W x 4”D x 12”H Price As Shown: $915 as a pair COM ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Down, Feathers

21st Century Asian Hamra Outdoor Indoor Handmade Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This beanbag is a cube shaped comfy seating solution. Kids love it and so do adults who prefer a more laid-back seating. It can be a part of your permanent living room layout or a ca...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Textiles

Materials

Metal

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 Textiles

Materials

Other

Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Ripple Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Ripple pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measures 12 x ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Pink and Blue Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

Multicolor Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

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

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schuamcher Piña Cove I/O 18" Pillow in Aquamarine
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Piña Cove Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Based on hand-drawn artwork from our studio, Pina Indoor/Outdoor in aquamarine is a charming pineapple pattern...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Schumacher Taylor Embroidery 16" x 12" Pillow in Blue on Ivory
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Taylor Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Taylor Embroidery in blue-on-ivory artfully combines a few simple elements—bursts of offset French knots embroidered ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Set of 2 Amara & Colourless Sky by Nathalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 amara & colourless sky by Natalie Van der Massen Dimensions: 50 x H 150 cm (each). Materials: Linen, bio cotton. Off white, grijs. Technique: Manually woven. Hand-crafted. Amara & Colourless Sky is a handcrafted tapestry. Unique in its kind. With beautiful, subtle colors that create a calm and peaceful environment in every room. Paired with the Amara Tapestry to create the perfect duo. Designer's Biography Nathalie Van der Massen (°88) is a designer working in the field of textile and graphic design, interior, and architecture. After finishing her Master in Graphic Design at Sint Lucas Antwerp, she went to LUCA Ghent for a 2nd degree in Textile Design. During this study period, she was selected for a residency at the Textile Museum in Tilburg and did internships with an Italian fashion company in Como and later with fashion designer Christian Wijnants...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Throw Pillows with Colorful Satin Stripes
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece) Measurements: Overall: 20”W x 4”D x 20”H Price As Shown: $970 as a pair COM Price: $350 each Customization may change price. How We Work: Made to order...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Satin, Velvet

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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