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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 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
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

Schumacher Hickox Blue Indoor/Outdoor Two-Sided Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" indoor/outdoor pillow features Hickox in blue. It's hard to believe that natural linen can be weather-proof, but this stylish medium-scale stripe resists fading, moist...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen, Acrylic

Weather-Resistant Outdoor Cushion
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Pillow Big I Modern outdoor pillow made with Designers Guild fabrics. The pillow's customizable design allows you to choose from a range of premium fabrics and colors to create the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Macaroon Midnight Plush Merino Handloom Throw / Blanket in Deep Midnight Blues
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Macaroon midnight throw or blanket is a plush handloom textile ethically woven by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with earth friendly dye...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Textiles

Materials

Yarn

Schumacher Iconic Leopard Indoor/Outdoor Graphite Pillow
Located in New York, NY
The face of this 18" x 18" indoor/outdoor pillow features Iconic Leopard in Graphite paired with Ravello in Black on the back. A sexy animal print first...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Textiles

Materials

Acrylic, Polyester

Schumacher Corfu Navy Multi Linen Cotton Pillow
Located in New York, NY
The face of this 20" x 20" pillow features Corfu in navy multi paired with Corfu stripe in navy on the back. Corfu is a rich Suzani print with embroidered...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Polyester

Hermes Pillow Cheval Pixel, Ecru Backing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Cheval Pixel, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticulou...
Category

2010s French Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Canary Yellow & Indigo Blue Waves Abstract Pattern
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
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

Selenita Large Brick 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 Plaisirs De La Chine Pastoral Emerald Green Linen Two-Sided Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This Schumacher Classic pattern is a fanciful large scale pastoral based on a 1930s document. The artisanal table-print technique produces a layered, painterly effect. Featured as a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Roland Bolster Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
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 to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Round Soft Mohair Pillow in Blue
Located in Stockholm, SE
Round soft Mohair pillow BONBON in Blue color. Size: Cover diameter 45cm, Hight: 10 cm ( inner pillow included 50cm diameter and approx. 10 cm high to get extra round ) Handmade in S...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Textiles

Materials

Mohair

Durable Green Outdoor Fabric with Waterproof Properties
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Pillow Big I Modern outdoor pillow made with Designers Guild fabrics. The pillow's customizable design allows you to choose from a range of premium fabrics and colors to create the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

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 sunflower yellow 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

Pair of Silk & Embroidered Decorative Bed Pillows from Luxe Bedding Set
Located in Palm Springs, CA
These amazing set of 2 decorative pillows are part of a luxe bedroom ensemble that cost over $8500. We broke down the ensemble and selling buy individ...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Schumacher Angelica Floral 22" Pillow in Gold & Noir
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

Chumbes Layer Pillow by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Chumbes Layer pillow by Mae Engelgeer. Materials: 100% Cotton. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 160 x H 80 cm Available in colors: Lila/ brick/ gold/ terra. A...
Category

2010s German Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Petite Fringed Throw Blanket, Fog Gray Geometric Pattern, 40 x 54
Located in New York, NY
The Fog Gray Geo throw, petite size, perfect for toddlers or kids. Gray, pink, ochre and navy geometric print woven throw with fringe edge. Woven with recycl...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Classic Wool Linen Blend Bouclé Pillow in Light Beige 60x60 cm.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Classic Wool Linen Blend Bouclé Pillow BAMBI in Light Beige color. Size 60x60 cm Handmade in Sweden. Composition front: 51%WO, 22%LI, 16%PL, 11% CO. Made in Italy Composition back: ...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Linen, Down

Outdoor Pillow with Weather-Resistant Properties
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Pillow Big I Modern outdoor pillow made with Designers Guild fabrics. The pillow's customizable design allows you to choose from a range of premium fabrics and colors to create the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Waterproof Outdoor Pillow
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Pillow Big I Modern outdoor pillow made with Designers Guild fabrics. The pillow's customizable design allows you to choose from a range of premium fabrics and colors to create the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Classic Wool Linen Blend Bouclé Pillow in Light Beige 60x50 cm.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Classic Wool Linen Blend Bouclé Pillow BAMBI in Light Beige color. Size 60x50 cm Handmade in Sweden. Composition front: 51%WO, 22%LI, 16%PL, 11% CO. Made in Italy Composition back: ...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Linen, Down

2 "Lido" Fuchsia Pillows by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Lido" Fuchsia pillow by Le Lampade The " Lido" is a hand woven, hand tufted and channeled pillow made in Italy. The background is a rich wool felt wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

"Lido" Dijon Wool Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The "Lido" Dijon pillow is handwoven, handcrafted, hand-tufted and channelled from the finest Merino wool, featuring a concealed zipper and feather/down insert. Made in Italy.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Cushion Cover NeedlePoint Modern Pillow Case 18”x18” Hand Made
Located in Long Island, NY
Cushion Pillow Cover Case Needle Point Modern Colors 18”x18” Hand Made
Category

2010s European Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

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

"Lido II" Black 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

Hermes Pillow Equator Imprime, Leopard Backing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Equator Imprime pillow, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty....
Category

2010s French Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

"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

Shearling Sheepskin Black 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 Shearling Sheepskin fur. Its particular look allows this piece to both stand out...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

"Lido" Black Wool Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Lido" Black Wool Pillow by Le Lampade Handwoven and tufted italian wool pillow with feather and down insert and concealed zipper. All natural mater...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Feathers, Wool

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

"Lido II" Red 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 insert and concealed zipper. Made in Italy.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

"Firenze" Midnight Black Wool Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Firenze" midnight black wool pillow by Le Lampade. 100% wool handwoven, hand knotted and channeled midnight black pillow featuring feather/down ins...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Soft Bouclé Pillow in Cream 60x60 cm.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Soft Bouclé pillow TEDDY in color Cream. Size: 60x60cm Handmade in Sweden. Composition front: 21%CO, 15%WO, 6%VI, 29%PL, 29%PC. Made in Italy Compositio...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Textiles

Materials

Down, Bouclé

"Lido" Blue Merino Wool Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The "Lido" pillow is handwoven, hand-tufted and channelled Merino wool, featuring a background of rich merino wool felt and natural wool channels, with concealed zipper and feather/d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

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

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Zebra Velvet Pillow in Silver Blue, 20"
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Zebra Velvet by Neisha Crosland with a knife edge finish. A graphic abstract animal pattern by Neisha Crosland, Zebra Velvet is a dynamic, textural take on a cla...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Ametista II Black and Beige Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Ametyst, the gem of calm and clarity, has long been admired for its soothing hues and its ability to inspire inner peace and criativity. Like so, our AMETISTA striped cushions are a ...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Kauffmann Fabric Tropical Foliage Pillow Feather
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Kauffmann linen textile stain repellent tropical foliage with flowers pillow, 18” by 18”. Feathers down inserts. New. Two more available.
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Textile, Linen

Chic Brown Outdoor Pillow Crafted with Waterproof Fabric
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Pillow Big I Modern outdoor pillow made with Designers Guild fabrics. The pillow's customizable design allows you to choose from a range of premium fabrics and colors to create the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

"Trieste" Waffle Weave Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The "Trieste" is handwoven and handmade in a distinct waffle pattern of gray and off white Merino wool, with concealed zipper and feather / down insert pillow. Made in Italy.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Stack Pouf by Nendo
Located in Geneve, CH
Stack pouf by Nendo. Pouf with cushion. Materials: upholstery: fabric. Structure: black lacquered MDF. Dimensions: W314 x D180 xH90 cm. HS 42 cm. ...
Category

2010s French Modern Textiles

Materials

Upholstery

Stack Pouf by Nendo
Stack Pouf by Nendo
$36,670 / item
Ametista II Pink and Blue Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Ametyst, the gem of calm and clarity, has long been admired for its soothing hues and its ability to inspire inner peace and criativity. Like so, our AMETISTA striped cushions are a ...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Happy Pillow MONGOLIA Wool Cushion Green With Multicolor Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
This new Edition is focused on colour being the key element, to express our mood and style. Crafted with care, this refined and selected edition is a perfect balance to traditional a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Hermes Pillow Zebrures, Orange Backing
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

Happy Linen Pillow Striped Light Blue with Light Blue Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
LO DECOR Happy Linen Pillow the perfect accent piece for an easy style update, this cushion makes a chic accent for any well-decorated home, adding charm to a bed, sofa, or your favo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Striped Happy Pillow Outdoor with Fringes White and Yellow Water Repellent
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Transform your patio furniture easily by adding bright, luxury, water repellent outdoor cushions. The perfect finishing touch for outdoor living, your garden sofa and sun lounger, an...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Acrylic

Major Collection Cushion Velvet with Fringes Mustard
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

Custom White Rabbit Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Custom 22" square white rabbit pillow. Custom orders are available for different sizes.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Accent Ball Pillow in Blue Fabric
Located in Utrecht, NL
One might not realize it, but decorative, or accent pillows are among the most important home accessories. Pillows are the easiest and fastest way to transform an entire home decor. They can add pops of colour, texture, and luxury despite their relatively small size. Furthermore, they can be changed easily according to seasons and trends. This geometric accent pillow...
Category

2010s European Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

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

Happy Pillow Svezia Wool Cushion Green with Multicolor Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
This new Edition is focused on colour being the key element, to express our mood and style. Crafted with care, this refined and selected edition is a perfect balance to traditional a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Turquoise II Black Velvet Deluxe Handmade Bolster Cushion
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 with...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Roberto Cavalli Home Throw Plaid Tiger Silk Italy
Located in Long Island, NY
Roberto Cavalli Home Throw Plaid Tiger Square in luxurious Silk . Made in Italy
Category

2010s Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Red Waterproof Outdoor Pillow
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Pillow Big I Modern outdoor pillow made with Designers Guild fabrics. The pillow's customizable design allows you to choose from a range of premium fabrics and colors to create the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Pair of King Silver Beaded & Embroidered King Size Pillows from Luxe Bedding Set
Located in Palm Springs, CA
These amazing pillows are part of a lux bedroom ensemble that cost over $8500. We broke down the ensemble and selling buy individual single pieces, or pairs when appropriate. The set was made by hand, piece by piece by a company in Los Angeles called Tomasini with imported fabric. The entire set is available on separate listings. First up: a pair of king Size pillows made of champagne- silver metallic fabric with silver, metallic embroidery, sequins, embroidered round mirrors, and bugle Beaded fringes on the corners. They are spectacular. Side-by-side they easily go across an eastern king bed...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Striped Happy Frame Pillow Outdoor with Piping Carbon and White Water Repellent
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Transform your patio furniture easily by adding bright, luxury, water repellent outdoor cushions. The perfect finishing touch for outdoor living, your garden sofa and sun lounger, an...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Acrylic

Custom Double Sided Genuine Black Fox Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Custom double sided long hair black fox pillow. Custom sizing is available.
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

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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