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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Modern Decorative Grey Marble Throw Pillow
Located in Norwalk, CT
This new accent pillow of East-meets-West design aesthetic showcases a Tibetan design with predominant grey marble color. Hand made, using either 100% premium wool. This pillo...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Dash Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Dash pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measures 12 x 16...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

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

Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow In White
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your home decor with the Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow. Designed with meticulous care and crafted from luxurious materials, this hand-made 12" x 24" pillow fea...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

HOLLY HUNT Fox Strip Pillow in Coal with Cotton Velvet Back by Adri Collection
Located in Chicago, IL
Unique and timeless pillows featuring luxurious fox fur and rich textiles of the highest quality. HH2050311 & HH2050312 are 20" square HH2048488 21X21X9H Additional Information: Ma...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

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

Leopard Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Not all the pillows look the same. These hand woven pillows are made out of silk velvet and will add a special touch to your homes.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Schumacher Tiraz Velvet in Peacock 20" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tiraz Velvet with a knife edge finish. Nothing gives that refined old-world look more than an antique carpet upholstered on a p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

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

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 Textiles

Materials

Velvet

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

Modern Minimalist Decorative Throw Pillow
Located in Norwalk, CT
This new accent pillow of East-meets-West design aesthetic showcases a geometrical design with predominant gray color. Hand-made, using either 100% premium wool. This pillow measu...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Nim Pillow, Charcoal Gold Linen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Add glamour and sophistication to any room when decorating with the Nimbus pillow. Size: 20”x 20” Features Zipper closure Fabric: Linen Insert included Shape: Square Edge Type: Standard/No Edge Type Care...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Brown Turkish Mohair Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
A small pillow made with a brown Turkish Mohair rug. Measures: 15" x 15".
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Textiles

Materials

Mohair, Foam

Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Inkblot Abstract Pattern Fringed Throw Blanket, 54 x 72
Located in New York, NY
Rose pink 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 w...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Yellow and Gray 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

Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow In Light Gray
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your home decor with the Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow. Designed with meticulous care and crafted from luxurious materials, this hand-made 12" x 24" pillow fea...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Wool Blanket Geometrics Grey Woven of Merino and Cashmere by Catharina Mende
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed in Berlin by Catharina Mende, woven of 90% merino and 10% cashmere in Scotland: This exquisite throw in different Greys is the perfect flattering and warming companion for e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scottish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow In Black
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your home decor with the Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow. Designed with meticulous care and crafted from luxurious materials, this hand-made 12" x 24" pillow fea...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow In Light Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your home decor with the Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow. Designed with meticulous care and crafted from luxurious materials, this hand-made 12" x 24" pillow fea...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Multicolor Leaf Pattern 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

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

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Annika Floral Tapestry Box Pillow 18x12", in Multi on Cocoa
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Annika Floral Tapestry with a box edge finish. Based on original artwork that was hand-drawn in our studio, Annika Floral Tapestry in multi-on-cocoa derives its ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Red and Green 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

Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Style #381
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

Fur Snowball Pillow, Pearl Grey
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Our "snowball" pillow is made from up cycled fur from glove factory remnants. It's a 12" diameter ball, with insert made of up cycled wool scraps. Hand tailored and up cycled mean...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Venetian Fortuny Malmaison Fabric in String and Gold Stripes on Ivory, 28 Yards
Located in Morristown, NJ
21st c. print run of Fortuny Malmaison fabric in string and gold stripes on ivory. The Chateau Malmaison, a once derelict estate on Paris’s outskirts, was Josephine Bonaparte’s great...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

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 Textiles

Materials

Silk

Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Snakes
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handwoven from silk velvet, this Ikat cushion brings a unique touch to your home with its rich texture and vibrant design. Perfect for adding a splash of colour to your living room, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk, Velvet

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

Happy Pillow Rectangle Brick Velvet with Brick Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
The contrasting chromatic scheme characterizing this cushion lends it a distinct luxe yet restrained allure. It features soft padding in polyester fiber, while its rectangular silhou...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Set of 8 Decorative Pillows Pearl White Blue Swarovski by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/8 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple. Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details. 2x 908883 Rectangular pillows in pearl satin and Swarovski...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Crystal

Adele Teal Gold Velvet Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Relax on this rich pintucked teal velvet Adele pillow with asymetrical gold foil stripes. Part of a beautiful new array of unique new pillows perfect fo...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schuamcher Palma Sola I/O 18" Pillow in Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Palma Sola Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. With its wavy mid-scale leaf motif and delicate strié effect, Palma Sola Indoor/Outdoor in green is a high-pe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Modern Evergreen Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Add a touch of botanical elegance to your interiors with the Modern Evergreen Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL. These luxurious pillows feature a rich evergreen hue that evokes a se...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Modern Chestnut Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted with impeccable attention to detail, the Modern Chestnut Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL is a luxurious addition to any home. These pillows showcase a warm brown hue that e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Printed Linen Pillow Gum Drop Sepia
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

Linen Pillow with Leather Trimming and Tassel
Located in Dural, AU
It's the season of refreshing whites and soft natural textures, so why not style your interiors with this Cabana, natural white linen pillow. A captivating cushion made from 100% uph...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

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

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Printed Velvet Pillow Smudge Rose
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A luxury handmade decorative throw pillow made of printed cotton velvet front and solid Belgian linen back, great for adding comfort and casual, laid-back style to a contemporary liv...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Vintage Oushak Pillow Cover with Soft Muted Colors
Located in Dallas, TX
52226, vintage Oushak pillow cover with soft muted colors. For a polished look on beds, sofas or chairs, this vintage Oushak pillow cover helps ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Schumacher Murat Velvet 18" Pillow in Sky
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Gibson with a knife edge finish. Super soft chenille yarns form an irregular, abstracted pattern on a contrasting ground. Pillow includes a feather/down fill ins...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

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 ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Blue/Gray Pillow
Blue/Gray Pillow
$325 / item
Schumacher Tempesta Throw in Neutral
Located in New York, NY
The arcs of painterly brushstrokes on our Tempesta Throw, based on a classic Schumacher pattern, create a subtle, sophisticated two-tone pattern that lets the luxury of the fibers sh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Shumacher Tortola I/O 24" Pillow in Oxford Grey
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tortola with a knife edge finish. Inspired by basket designs, this concentric diamond pattern is woven from Dralon acrylic yarns. Textured and extremely durable,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Schuamcher Brimfield 20" Pillow in Cinder
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Brimfield with a knife edge finish. Inspired by a vintage textile we found at the famed Brimfield Antique Flea Market, this exceedingly soft and intricate woven ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wood

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Pleat Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose 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 Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Printed Velvet Pillow Smudge Putty
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A luxury handmade decorative throw pillow made of printed cotton velvet front and solid Belgian linen back, great for adding comfort and casual, laid-back style to a contemporary liv...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Felted Wool Snowball Pillow - by JG SWITZER in BLOOD ORANGE
Located in Santa Rosa, 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 Textiles

Materials

Wool

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

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Obsidiana Yellow Mustard & Brick 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...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Schumacher Birds and Butterflies 20" Pillow in Multi
Located in New York, NY
This 20" x 20" pilllow features birds and butterflies, our celebrated and ever-popular pattern derived from a hand printed 1960s wallcovering in the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Gold & Indigo Blue Pleat Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Gold 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 Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Plaid Throw in Brown
Located in New York, NY
The jaunty, irregular check of our Plaid Throw is subtle and sophisticated and lets the luxury of the fibers shine. Made from the softest Italian cashmere ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Velvet Emma Shipley Velvet with Pink Velvet Square Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece) Overall: 9”W x 4”D x 9”H Price As Shown: $650 as a pair How We Work: Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design and manufacturing company The Tailored H...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet, Down, Feathers

Hermes Pillow Circuit 24, Orange
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Circuit 24, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticulousl...
Category

2010s French Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Pair of Modernist Square Pillows in Ecru & Muted Gold Tones with Piping Details
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of square modernist pillows features organic forms in muted gold hue- with piping in a matching tone- that float against an ecru background with a horizontal weave....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Hand Embroidered Linen Pillow - Dragonfly
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Bring a hint of the tropics to your home with our hand embroidered dragonfly cushion. Featuring a beautifully embroidered dragonfly, this cushion adds a touch of relaxed elegance to ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

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 Textiles

Materials

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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