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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 18" 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
Navy Lumbar Pillow with Fluorescent Embroidery
Located in Greenwich, CT
Lumbar pillow with fluorescent embroidery and popping tangerine woven on back.
Measurements:
outside: 25”W x 16”H
Price As Shown: $1,130 as a pair
COM Price: $195 each
Custo...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Down, Feathers
Schumacher Montana Wool Plaid 22" Pillow in Burgundy
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Montana Wool Plaid with a knife edge finish. Montana Wool Plaid in burgundy is a fine, tightly woven houndstooth check with an overstripe that adds lovely depth ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Brunschwig and Fils Charing Cross Colefax & Fowler Collection, London, 1975
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brunschwig and fils charing cross Colefax & Fowler Collection, London, 1975. 10+ Yards with width of 88." Gorgeous vibrant green, will arrive folded. About 372” x 88”.
Category
Mid-20th Century British Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Yellow and Black 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
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
Orange 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
Pink and Yellow 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
Golden Yellow and Pink 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
Daisy Round Long fringe Brick Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the simple beauty and power of a flower, DAISY is more than just a cushion... it's a burst of comfort, positive energy, freedom, and happiness.
Elevate your home’s ambia...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Velvet
Schumacher Sophia Velvet Cocoa Lumbar Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 11" x 16" pillow features Sophia Velvet in Cocoa. The ultimate in sumptuous luxury, our gorgeous silk velvet has an unbelievably lush hand, a wonderful luster and an extensive c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Polyester
Schumacher Pyne Hollyhock Floral Chintz Indigo Two-Sided Cotton Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features our Pyne Hollyhock print, one of Schumacher's most iconic and sought-after designs. Shown here in Indigo and finished with self welt edges, this chintz...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Handmade 100% Peruvian Baby Alpaca Fells Pillow by Fells/Andes
By Fells Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
The Fells Pillow by Fells Andes is designed in San Francisco and handmade in the Andes, supporting local culture and craft.
Made from 100% Royal Baby Alpaca – one of the fine...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Alpaca
Checked Raw Textured Wool Linen Pillow in Yellow and Cream 60x60cm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Checked raw textured wool/linen-blend pillow BOBBI in Yellow and Cream color.
Size 60x 60 cm
Handmade in Sweden.
Composition front: 70%LI, 15%WO, 9%CO, 4%PES, 1%PA, 1%PC. Made in B...
Category
2010s Swedish Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Linen, Down
Schumacher Daisey Chain in Primary Multi 22" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Daisy Chain by Clements Ribeiro for Schumacher with a self welt finish. London-based fashion duo Clements Ribeiro created Daisy Chain in primary multi in homage ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Janis Velvet 16x12" Pillow in Moonstone
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Janis Velvet with a self welt finish. This handsome update of a traditional pattern features a scaled-up velvet vermicelli design against a jacquard ground. Pill...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Pair of Linen Cushions Hand Embroidered with Dark Silver Metal Sequins
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pair of cushions, size 50x50cm, hand embroidered with metal sequins col. Dark silver, base fabric handwoven linen col. Off-white, cushion cover with cotton lining, self piped, concea...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Schumacher Venetian Silk Velvet in Mink 18" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Venetian Silk Velvet with a knife edge finish. The ultimate in sumptuous luxury, our gorgeous silk velvet has an unbelievably lush h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Pair of Handmade Hermès Pillows
By Hermès
Located in amstelveen, NL
Hermès pillows made from original Hermes fabric.
Mohair velvet fabric. Zipper closure. Feather-filled inner pillow.
100% authenticity guaranteed.
Category
2010s European Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet, Mohair
Schumacher Isla Hand Embroidery Sky Two-Sided Cotton Linen Silk Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 16" x 16" pillow features Isla Hand Embroidery in Sky. With its chunky embroidered rosettes on an extraordinary cotton-linen ground, this fabric captures the imperfect perfectio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Silk
Fantastical Velvet Coral Lumbar Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of lumbar pillows with fantastical printed velvet face, a lush jade velvet back and woven contrast welting.
Measurements:
Overall: 23...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Down, Feathers
Selenita Large Deep Blue 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 Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Velvet
Schumacher Moire Throw in Cream
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a lustrous pattern that ripples like water, our Moire Throw—based on our Incomparable Moire, a classic Schumacher pattern—is subtle and sophisticated and lets the luxury of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Hickox Indoor Outdoor 16" Pillow in Yellow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This indoor/outdoor pillow features Hickox with a Knife Edge finish. It's hard to believe that natural linen can be weatherproof, but this stylish medium-scale stripe resists fading,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Stack Pouf by Nendo
Located in Geneve, CH
Stack pouf by Nendo
Pouf with cushion
Materials: Upholstery: Fabric or leather
Structure: Black lacquered MDF
Dimensions: W240 x D155 x H80 cm
HS ...
Category
2010s French Modern Textiles
Materials
Upholstery
Schumacher Elodie Embroidery 24 x 12" Pillow in Rose
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Elodie Embroidery with a self welt finish. The wavy lines stitched in alternating thread colors make Elodie Embroidery in rose a uniquely rhythmic alternative to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Jokhang Tiger Velvet 20" x 14" Lumbar Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Jokhang Tiger Velvet (Item# 77232, JOKHANG TIGER VELVET Fabric) by Johnson Hartig/Libertine for Schumacher with a welt finish. Back ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Polyester
Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Canary Yellow & Indigo Blue Waves Abstract Pattern
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Canary yellow silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Wave pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measure...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Canary Yellow & Indigo Blue Ripple Abstract Pattern
By ROUSSEAU
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
Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Canary Yellow & Indigo Blue Grid Abstract Pattern
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Canary yellow silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Grid pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measure...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Vintage Louis Feraud Paris Silk Scarf Red Blue and White
By Louis Feraud, Hermès
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
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
Blossom Cut Velvet Sapphire Throw Pillow
By Jose Gomez
Located in Saint Louis, US
Elevate your space with our custom-made Blossom Cut Velvet Pillow Cover in rich Sapphire. Featuring a luxurious textured pattern, knife edge finish, and a discreet invisible zipper, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
Travel Blanket Yellow Grey Woven of Merino and Yak Wool by Catharina Mende
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed in Berlin by Catharina Mende, woven of 50% merino and 50% yak wool in Italy: Taken along while traveling or as a constant companion, the travel blanket is the perfect timele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Beasts Pillow in Multi on Ivory, 22"
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Beasts Indoor/Outdoor by Happy Menocal. Happy Menocal's Beasts Indoor/Outdoor is animated by a carnival of exotic creatures and fanc...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Modern Painted Canvas Decorative Pillow with Kelly Wearstler Fabric
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted with the iconic artistry of Kelly Wearstler fabric, these Modern Painted Canvas Decorative Pillows radiate an avant-garde sophistication. The bold interplay of black and beig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet, Canvas
Schumacher Dixon Mohair Sphere Pillow in Driftwood
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Dixon Mohair Weave with a knife edge finish. With a brushed and felted finish, this mohair weave has a plush texture and exceptionally soft hand. It's luxurious ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Mohair
Etro Yotei Wool Throw Blanket, Gray, Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Delicate framed jacquard pattern, 100% wool through, gorgeous gray, dual side; Fringed edges, Dimensions: 55"L x 71" Made in Italy. MSRP 890 USD.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Gardenia Pillow in Rose, 16"
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Gardenia by Neisha Crosland. Inspired by 16th-century illustrations of the flora and fauna that explorer Ferdinand Magellan encountered in the New World, Neisha ...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Boucle Wool Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Firm polyfill stuffed ball pillow covered in warm white boucle. Can be customized in size and fabric. Ask about current availability of shown ball.
Measu...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Bouclé
Schumacher Jennie Velvet Peacock Celadon Bolster Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 7" x 21" bolster pillow features Jennie velvet in peacock & celadon. With a figurative and irregular floral pattern rendered in cut velvet, this lively woven has a decorative Vi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Polyester
Schumacher Sun Rise Hand Block 20" Pillow in Rose & Copper
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Sun Rise Hand Block with a knife edge finish. A linen, rose-and-copper fabric with a simplified pattern of repeating lines and orbs, Sun ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Hermes Pillow Fil D'Argent
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Fil D'Argent, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticulou...
Category
2010s French Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher The Wave 24" Pillow in Red
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features The Wave Velvet by Miles Redd for Schumacher with a self welt finish. Pierre Cardin and Yves Saint Laurent designs from the 1970s inspired The Wave in red, a chi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Josef Frank Citrus Garden Lime Two-Sided Linen Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 22" x 22" pillow features citrus garden in lime. An archival Josef Frank print created in 1947, this hand-drawn pattern bears the signature whimsy, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Palm Leaf Luxury Silk Pillow, Monochrome and Gold Tropics Collection
Located in Hastings, GB
Embrace your wildest side with our luxury silk 'Palm' cushion from our Tropics range
This luxurious 100% silk cushion has a rich cotton velvet back and piped edge
Inspired by the d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 24 x 12" Pillow in Dove
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
Materials
Cotton
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
Schumacher Shengyou Toile Blue Linen Cotton Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Shengyou Toile in blue with Valentin silk tassel. Based on a priceless 18th century archive document by court painter Jea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Silk
Schumacher Lazare 22" Pillow Ivory on Chambray
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lazare with a knife edge finish. Grosgrain ribbon is folded into zigzag bands and sewn onto a linen-blend ground fabric to create Lazare in ivory-on-chambray, a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Large Euro Sham Pillows with Shag Frayed Geometric Woven
Located in Greenwich, CT
Large Euro sham pillows with shag print on faces and duck egg velvet on backs. Featuring invisible zipper and custom down/feather insert. Sold as a pair.
...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Down, Feathers
Pair Hand Woven Suede Cushions Colour Turquoise Square Shaped
Located in Hamburg, DE
This hand woven suede cushions colour turquoise will brighten your interior.
The cushions are hand crafted in Germany with suede leather from Italy hand dyed after our specification....
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Suede
Schumacher Emerson 18" x 12" Pillow in Sky
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Emerson. Inspired by a quatrefoil, Emerson in sky is a fun small-scale print with a big personality. Imperfect by design, this casual cotton fabric has a lovely ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Dream Pillow with Ornate Fountain Embroidery Pattern
Located in Greenwich, CT
Oversize pillows are stuffed with a down/feather blend and covered with an exquisite embroidery design featuring an ornamental fountain and pineapple on a contrasting gray cotton sat...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Satin
Schumacher Regalia in Green 18" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Regalia. This artisanal print features mirrored silhouettes of rampant lions and stylized flowers on a textural union cloth ground. Pillow is finished with a wel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Blue Outdoor Throw Pillow, Modern Waterproof Square Cushion Decor Handle
Located in Porto, PT
Blue outdoor throw pillow, modern waterproof square cushion decor handle 23"
Sky Square Pillow is a square pillow bag with a handle perfect fo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather
Fuzz Pillow in Navy, 18"
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Fuzz by Studio Bon with a knife edge finish. With a grid of graphic dots, Fuzz makes a playful but sophisticated statement. Pillow includes a feather/down fill i...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Jasmine I/O 24x12" Pillow in Neutral
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Jasmine Indoor/Outdoor by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a self welt finish. Inspired by traditional Indian block prints, Jasmine Indoor/Outdoor in neutral by...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
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.