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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
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Style: Modern
Lux Kuxe White Fur Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With beautiful quilting rows of faux fur, the Lux pillow makes a subtle, yet comfortable statement.
Size : 22”x 22”
Features
Zipper closure
Quilting rows
Insert included
Shape: Square
Fabric: Faux Fur
Care Instructions...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Faux Fur
Green Aqua Black Stripey Animalesque Ball Pillow
By Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Measurements:
Outside: 12”Dia. x 12”H
Disclaimer: Due to their handcrafted nature, the final size and shape of our Ball Pillows may vary depending on the materials...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Shumacher Margarete 18" Pillow in Ivory on Charcoal
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Margarete with a knife edge finish. Margarete in ivory on charcoal redefines bouclé. Woven with a superior yarn that blends wool and cotton with extra body and t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Schumacher Buena Vista 22" Pillow in Indigo
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Buena Vista with a knife edge finish. A wonderful, blanket-like woven stripe that's simple yet sophisticated, Buena Vista in indigo ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Shumacher Riley 18" Pillow in Black on Ivory
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Riley Embroidery with a self welt finish. A modern take on a classic vermicelli pattern, Riley features a loose meandering motif embroidered in fine thread on a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Schumacher Buena Vista 22" Pillow in Wheat
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Buena Vista with a knife edge finish. A wonderful, blanket-like woven stripe that's simple yet sophisticated, Buena Vista in wheat has...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Nim Pillow, Silver 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
Insert included
Fabric: Linen
Shape: Square
Edge Type: Standard/No Edge Type
Care...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Schumacher Sabi Tiger Velvet 22" Pillow in Java
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Sabi Tiger Velvet with a knife edge finish. Sabi Tiger Stripe in java is a wildly chic abstract animal pattern and a go-to fabric that traverses decorative style...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Adele Aqua Gold Velvet Lumbar Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Relax on this rich stone velvet Adele pillow with asymmetrical gold foil stripes and hand beaded embroidery. Part of a beautiful new array of unique new pillows perfect...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Luna Light Gray 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
Shumacher Marguerite Embroidery 20" Pillow in Sky
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Marguerite Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Happy and humble, the embroidery is an irregular hand-stitched floral design on a linen ground. Subtle irregulari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Contemporary Double Mohair Brown Plaid
Located in Milano, IT
Luxuriously soft, this plaid blends the warmth of 10% virgin wool with the softness of 80% mohair, framed by a contrasting silk border for a richly-tailored finish. This generously s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Mohair
Shumacher Tortola I/O 22" Pillow in Oxford Grey
By Schumacher
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
Embroidered Grass Design Blue Navy Velvet Fabric Purple Trim Lumbar Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 24”W x 8”D x 12”H
Price As Shown: $1,410 as a pair
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design ...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet, Down, Feathers
Floral Velvet Impressed Rose Red Velvet Yellow Trim Square Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 22”W x 12”D x 22”H
Price As Shown: $1,380 as a pair
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet, Down, Feathers
Embroidered Decorated Linen Velvet Fabric Square Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 15”W x 5”D x 15”H
Price As Shown: $1,180 as a pair
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design ...
Category
2010s Modern Textiles
Materials
Down, Feathers
Sona Lumber Pillow, Gold Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Sona pillow features a distressed water color print which is further enhanced with a distressed metallic foil print for added texture. Decorate with this pillow to bring glamor &...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Nanimarquina Wellbeing Throw by Ilse Crawford
Located in New York, NY
Wellbeing is an organism of comforting textile products that support the human experience. All the items focus on tactility, materiality, craft and quality. They add warmth, softness...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Linen Blue Dot Patterned and Velvet Back Square Pillows (Needs Review)
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 22”W x 10”D x 22”H
Price As Shown: $1,530 as a pair
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen, Velvet, Down, Feathers
Lux Black Fur Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With beautiful quilting rows of faux fur, the Lux pillow makes a subtle, yet comfortable statement.
Size: 22”x 22”
Features
Zipper closure
Quilting rows
Insert included
Shape: Square
Fabric: Faux Fur
Care Instructions...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Faux Fur
Schuamcher Dazzle Ship Velvet 16" Pillow in Verdant
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Dazzle Ship Velvet by Johnson Hartig for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. An all-over three-color geometric in verdant reminiscent of Op Art patterns is rend...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Asra Lumbar White and Gold Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oblong White Velvet with Quilting and shiny gold foil print pillow with knife edge.
Size : 14”x 20”
Features
Zipper closure
Shiny gold foil print
Insert included
Fabric: Velvet
Shape: Rectangular
Care...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Venetian Fortuny Canestrelli Fabric in Ivory and Silvery Gold, 5.25 Yards
By Fortuny
Located in Morristown, NJ
21st c. print run of Fortuny Canestrelli fabric in ivory with a silvery gold texture. The delicate, geometric shell pattern is as playful as it is sophisticated, with the versatility...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Shumacher Riley 22" Pillow in Black on Ivory
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Riley Embroidery with a self welt finish. A modern take on a classic vermicelli pattern, Riley features a loose meandering motif embroidered in fine thread on a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
"Lido II" Orange Merino Wool Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
100% merino wool handwoven, hand-channeled and tufted, orange pillow with feather/down insert and concealed zipper. Made in Italy.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Buena Vista 22" Pillow in Sky
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Buena Vista with a knife edge finish. A wonderful, blanket-like woven stripe that's simple yet sophisticated, Buena Vista in wheat has...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Luna Ivory 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
Nim Pillow, Aqua Silver 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
Insert included
Fabric: Linen
Shape: Square
Edge Type: Standard/No Edge Type
Care...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 22" Pillow in Tortoise
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Vanderbilt Velvet by Mary McDonald for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. A large-scale, linear design gives this Italian cut velvet fabric a graphic sensibili...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Shumacher Tortola I/O 24" Pillow in Oxford Grey
By Schumacher
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
Shumacher Margarete 22" Pillow in Ivory on Charcoal
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Margarete with a knife edge finish. Margarete in ivory on charcoal redefines bouclé. Woven with a superior yarn that blends wool and cotton with extra body and t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Asra White and Gold Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
White Velvet with Quilting and shiny gold foil print pillow with knife edge.
Size: 20”x 20”
Features
Zipper closure
Shiny gold foil print
Insert included
Shape: Square
Fabric: Velvet
Care...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Shumacher Santa Monica Ikat 22" Pillow in Leaf Green
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Santa Monica Ikat by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. This artisanally crafted pattern puts a fresh spin on an archival ikat. Pillow includ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Lagos Gray Hide Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Add glamour and sophistication to any room when decorating with the grey hide Lagos pillow from Cloud9.
Size: 22”x 22”
Features
Zipper closure
Grey color
Insert included
Shape: Sq...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Other
Real Fur Pillow, Truffle Brown, Authentic Toscana Sheep Fur
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Finally, a luxurious real truffle brown fur pillow you can feel good about. "Upcycled" 100% Authentic Toscana sheep fur from Spain. Versatile and luxurio...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Fur
Imported Linen with hand embroidered applique - CACTUS by Mar de Doce
By Mar de Doce
Located in Dallas, TX
Cactus linen pillow is Crafted from 100% European imported linen, it features a meticulously hand-embroidered cactus appliqué, a true masterpiece of beadwork and artistry. The origin...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen, Beads
Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 20" Pillow in Fushia
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
design gives this Italian cut velvet fabric a graphic sensibility. The silk-like pile adds extra dimension and a luxurious hand to this upholstery woven. Pillow includes a feather/do...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Silk Cushion Pleated Horizontal Stripe Detail Colour Platinum
Located in Hamburg, DE
Silk cushion with horizontal stripe detail embossed front panel in steam pleated small opal pattern, back panel plain silk, silk Bruno Triplet col. Platinum 33 x 55 cm, concealed zip...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Pillow Ball in Wool blend - by Mar de Doce
By Mar de Doce
Located in Dallas, TX
Introducing our exquisite limited edition piece "Arctic" Pillow Ball – a captivating fusion of craftsmanship and luxury.
This handcrafted masterpiece, meticulously sewn together usi...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Ashoka 18" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Ashoka Tape with a Knife Edge finish. With a winding, embroidered floral design accentuated with French Knots, Ashoka Tape adds an element of handcrafted beauty....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Angelica Floral 22" Pillow in Gold & Noir
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Angelica Floral with a knife edge finish. Sophisticated and sexy, Angelica in gold-and-noir is a foil-printed floral fabric with a shimmering metallic effect. Pi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Silk Cushion Pleated Horizontal Stripe Detail Colour Pure Platinum
Located in Hamburg, DE
Silk satin cushion with horizontal stripe detail embossed front panel in steam pleated small opal pattern, back panel plain silk, silk Bruno Triplet col. Measure: Platinum 33 x 50cm,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Italian Merino Wool Tufted and Gathered in a Nautical Pattern
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Italian merino wool tufted and gathered in a nautical pattern on thin wale corduroy. Feather and down insert with hidden zipper. Made in Italy.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
"Rimini" Merino Wool Pillow
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The "Rimini" oblong pillow is handwoven and tufted using Merino wool, suitable for lumbar support when sitting. The pillow insert is feather and down and h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Rose and Neutral Printed Floral Lumbar Pillows w Pink Flange + Green Velvet Back
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 22”W x 10”D x 12”H
Price As Shown: $993 as a pair
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design and manufacturing company The Tailore...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen, Velvet, Down, Feathers
Schumacher Fremont I/O in Green 20" x 14" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Fremont Indoor/outdoor with a knife edge finish. Don’t be fooled by this rich, geometric woven stripe—Fremont Indoor/Outdoor in green is as durable as it is chic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Floral Printed Linen Blue Velvet Green Trim Square Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 22”W x 10”D x 22”H
Price As Shown: $1,110 as a pair
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen, Velvet, Down, Feathers
Pale Green-Blue Sploch Velvet Square Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 20”W x 8”D x 20”H
Price As Shown: $755 as a pair
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design an...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet, Down, Feathers
Schumacher Ocean in Blue 16" x 24" Lumbar Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The Ocean Blue lumbar pillow features original artwork by Bonnie Ashley of Bonnie & Neal, printed on white linen. The reverse of the cushion feature...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Brigitte Stripe 14" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Brigitte Stripe with a fringe finish. The perfect thin stripe, not too casual and not too dressy. Pillow includes a feather/down fill insert and hidden zipper cl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Hermes Pillow Zebrures, Orange Backing
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Zebrures, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticulously ...
Category
2010s French Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
House of Scalamandre Zebras Throw Pillow
By Jose Gomez
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
Seletti Polyester Cushion by "Toiletpaper", Toad
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
Schuamcher Le Moderne Cut Velvet 16" Pillow in Magenta
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Le Moderne Cut Velvet by Johnson Hartig for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. A geometric floral motif with an Art Deco echo, Le Moderne Cut Velvet in magenta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Alpaca Wool Blend Espresso Pillow with Basket Weave Pattern by Pehuen
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful espresso pillow is handmade in the mountainous regions of Patagonia, Argentina. Realized in an Alpaca/Merino wool blend, it offers a basket weave pattern in heather. S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Alpaca
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
Maharam Pillow, Prism by Paul Smith
By Maharam, Paul Smith
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Pillow
Prism by Paul Smith
006 Frame
Paul Smith (b. 1946, United Kingdom) is a designer of mens- and womenswear with an enthusiasm for wide-ranging cultural references and idiosyncratic combinations of pattern and color, applied with understatement. His ability to combine a flair for eccentric detail with a dedication to the highest standards of craftsmanship has made him among the most successful fashion designers in British history...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
Printed Paisley with Embroidered Paisley with Electric Green Back
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 18”W x 10”D x 18”H
Disclaimer: Due to their handcrafted nature, the final size and shape of our Ball Pillows may vary depending on the materials chosen fo...
Category
2010s Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen, Down, Feathers
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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