Skip to main content

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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

to
174
1,641
908
2,454
69
66
2,589
364
260
193
123
90
88
78
72
47
35
29
23
14
8
4
69
2,520
2
19
28
2
4
4
10
2,298
1,202
656
447
312
1,048
1,023
953
422
404
2,589
1,106
2,511
699
174
68
66
66
Style: Modern
Daisy II pink Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Fringed Throw Pillow
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 Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Chive Handloom Throw / Blanket Ombre Dyed in Merino
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Chive Throw is a pure modern take on combining shape, sombre color palette and fine detail of hand embroidery done meticulously on a handwoven textile. Each piece is 100% handmade ma...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Textiles

Materials

Yarn

Pure Cashmere Throw Blanket with Mink Fur Hem by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A pure cashmere throw blanket in a soft, elegant Pearl Beige colour, embellished by the Mink hem with its natural shades. Let yourself be warmed by this exclusive design piece. All ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

GEMMA II Red, Brick & Camel Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative 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 wit...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Simply Taupe Merino Throw Handwoven in Brown Topaz Black Gray Warm Ombre Hues
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Simply Taupe handloom merino throw / blanket is handwoven by master weavers in Nepal and dip dyed entirely with certified Eco-friendly Swiss Dyes. Each piece is individually dip dy...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Textiles

Materials

Yarn

Geometric Grid Pillow, Lumbar
Located in Westfield, NJ
Our grid pillows are ethically hand woven by artisans in Rajasthan, India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native to this region. The purchase of this handcrafted p...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Daisy long fringe Ivory Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
A talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. This decorative pillow is ethically produced by small family run business, hand-made by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Maharam Pillow, Velvet Stripe by Paul Smith
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Velvet stripe by Paul Smith 006 Charcoal Velvet stripe introduces a luxurious, low-pile cotton velvet construction to Paul Smith’s ongoi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Daisy II Horizon Blue 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 Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Modern Green Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Transform your home with the timeless elegance of this exquisite green velvet pillows. Drenched in a lush emerald hue, these pillows radiate sophistication, while the plush velvet fa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Bertu Pillows, Green Throw Pillow, Suede Holiday Pillow
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suede Holiday Throw Pillow is made in the heart of Ohio, USA with a suede front and a high-grade leather back. The pattern of the stitching between the 3 leather panels is what ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather, Suede

Pure Wool and Fox Fur Bed Runner by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
The bed runner made of pure wool and Fox fur adds style to the room, lighting it up with its natural brightness. The alternation of fox fur with wool creates a raised pattern that d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Bit Map Throw Blanket 03, 100% Cotton Woven Contemporary Pixel Art, 60"x80"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit map throw blanket 03 by Luft Tanaka Studio A multicolored graphic throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn based on digital pixel art created using an early bitmap drawing software from the 1980s and 1990s. Measures: 60" x 80" / 152cm x 203cm The Bit Map Series is based on digital “doodles” Luft makes using Kid Pix, a bitmap drawing software created by Craig Hickman in the 80s & 90s. Throughout the 90s, Kid Pix became a computer lab sensation in primary schools around the globe. Luft too, vividly remembers his first experiences with the the software in his kindergarten classroom, and enjoys creating with the software to this day. Graphic art generated with the vintage software are edited, converted and digitally woven to make a soft and cozy blanket...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Maharam Pillow, Washi by Hella Jongerius
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Washi by Hella Jongerius 003 Luminary Designed by Hella Jongerius, based on Jongerius's own collages made from hand-cut film, Washi transposes layers of transluc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Nylon, Polyester

Chokor Nira Ochre Organic Cotton Handloom Pillow in Geometric Patterns
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Chokor Nira Ochre Pillow is a slightly textured handwoven pillow where our artisans have skillfully created a classic pattern using an ancient weaving tec...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Maharam Pillow, Checker by Alexander Girard
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Pillow Checker by Alexander Girard 010 Blue Gray/Emerald Designed by Alexander Girard for the Herman Miller textile division in 1965, checker is a simple checkerboard design...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Polyester

Maharam Pillow, Checker Split by Alexander Girard
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Pillow Checker Split by Alexander Girard 001 Black/White Checker Split exemplifies Alexander Girard’s lifelong exploration of geometric motifs. Designed for the Herman Mill...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Polyester

Multicolor Cotton Throw Blanket, Bit Map Series 02, Pixel Graphic , 37" x 52"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit Map Series 02 by Luft Tanaka Studio A multicolored and visually striking throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn. 37" x 52" ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Maharam Pillow Assembled Check by Paul Smith
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Assembled Check by Paul Smith 004 Posy A direct translation from the runway, Assembled Check is based on a printed silk blouse from Paul Smith’s Spring/Summer 2015 Bl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Polyester

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

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Maharam Pillow, Layers Park by Hella Jongerius
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Layers Park by Hella Jongerius 004 Indigo/White Layers Park combines Hella Jongerius' fascination with the manipulation of traditional manu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Nylon, Polyester

Macaroon Sky Plush Handloom Merino Throw / Blanket in Pleasing Shades of Sky
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Macaroon sky throw or blanket is a plush handloom textile ethically woven by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with earth friendly dyes in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Textiles

Materials

Yarn

CHRISTIAN DIOR - Men's Vintage Striped Neck Tie - 100% Polyester - Circa 1970's
Located in Chatham, ON
CHRISTIAN DIOR - MONSIEUR - vintage men's classic neck tie - red/white and blue woven stripe - machine sewn - 100% polyester - circa 1970's. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Textiles

Materials

Polyester

Turquoise Pastel Blue Velvet Deluxe Round Decorative 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 wit...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

IRIS pink Velvet Deluxe Fringed Decorative 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Sheared Karakul Lambskin Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
Thanks to its unrepeatable natural patterns, created by the sheen and direction of the short wave-shaped fur, this cushion results in a design piece which can fit any kind of interio...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Maharam Pillow, Ottoman Stripe by Paul Smith
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Ottoman Stripe by Paul Smith 001 Brass Ottoman Stripe by Paul Smith brings new dimension to a familial yet unique language of stripes by punctuating a lustrous worst...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Nylon

Daisy Cloudy Blue Velvet Deluxe Handmade Fringed Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
A talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems and precious stones, these cushions embody elegance and subtle luxury: polished...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Sheared Mink Throw Blanket with Cashmere Hem by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
An incredibly refined design piece. A sheared, dark blue Mink throw blanket with a beige Cashmere, Wool and Alpaca lining and hem. This throw blanke...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Rubelita II Brown & Cobalt Blue Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative 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 wit...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Maharam Pillow, Borders by Hella Jongerius
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Pillow Borders by Hella Jongerius 001 Natural Borders stems from Hella Jongerius's interest in traditional Central American backstrap weaving, in which the loom is tethe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Polyester

Ripple Fabric in Silver and Indigo, Belgian Linen (Fabric by the Yard)
Located in New York, NY
Ripple is our love letter to indigo dye, detailed shapes ripple beautifully throughout the bold pattern, seen here in Silver. Pigment printed on 100% Belgian Linen. Designed in New Y...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Geometric Maya Triangles Bolster Pillow, Purple
Located in Westfield, NJ
Our bolster throw pillows are ethically hand woven by artisans in Rajasthan, India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native to this...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Jokhang Tiger Schumacher Fabric Pillow with Tassels
Located in Saint Louis, US
This pillow features Jokhang Tiger Velvet by Schumacher with the addition of black tassels on each end. We've carefully hand-stitched each pillow and ha...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Pair Cushions/Pillows in a Small Blue Animal Print
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of pillows/cushions in a mini blue animal print on a light ground. The edges are boxed out with a blind zipper at the bottom side of each pillow. The inserts are feather and d...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

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

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Textiles

Materials

Metal

Vintage Pink Emerald Green Cartier Panther Silk Scarf with Irish Linen Pillow
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Katie Larmour Studio is the original vintage scarf pillow maker. Gaining notability for her unique idea and creations back in 2013 - featured in the likes of the Financial Times, and first selling here on 1stdibs in 2016 - our creations are of the absolute top most quality, craftsmanship and finesse. Thank-you for looking. Title: Vintage Pink Emerald Green Cartier Panther Silk Scarf with Irish Linen Pillow Cushion Description: This gem is a one-of-a-kind custom made luxury cushion (pillow) from an exquisite and rare vintage vintage pure silk Cartier fashion scarf...
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen, Silk

Maharam Pillow, Foliage by Hella Jongerius
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Foliage by Hella Jongerius 004 rose Foliage by Hella Jongerius reflects a realistic treatment of botanical motifs. Its loose arrangement of silhouetted leaves is remi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Polyester

Fluorite Brown and Rubi 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 to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

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

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Textiles

Materials

Metal

Garden at Night
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Woven Blanket by BFGF (Lilian Martinez) 2021 Materials: 95% Cotton, 5% Polyester Dimensions: 71" x 53".
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Polyester

Garden at Night
Garden at Night
$200 / item
DAISY Rose pink- Set of 2 Cotton Velvet Handmade Round Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Inspired by the simple beauty and power of a flower, DAISY is more than just a cushion... it'...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Opala Cappuccino Scalloped 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 to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Fluorite Rose pink 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 to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Maharam Pillow, Mela by Sonnhild Kestler
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Mela 002 Ash Kestler’s collections from her travels, such as painted masks, toys, and adornments have had a distinct impact on her creative process at large. Eac...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Nylon, Polyester

Obsidiana Green 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...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Opala Dry Green Scalloped 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 to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Ametista II Brick 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

Maharam Pillow, Angles by Paul Smith
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Pillow Angles by Paul Smith 004 Citrine Paul Smith (b. 1946, United Kingdom) is a designer of mens- and womenswear with an enthusiasm for wide-ranging cultural referenc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Polyester

Throw, Crystal Fox Fur Throw, Full New Skins, Backed with wool/cashmere, Fur
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful crystal fox throw. Size is 61 inches by 73 inches. Made with full crystal fox skins. All skins come from Sweden which produces the best fox skins in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Bit Map Throw Blanket 03, 100% Cotton Woven Contemporary Pixel Art, 50" x 60"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit map throw blanket 03 by Luft Tanaka Studio A multicolored graphic throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn based on digital pixel art created using an early bitmap drawing software from the 1980s and 1990s. 50" x 60" / 127cm x 152cm The Bit Map Series...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Handwoven Italian Merino Wool Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Whimsical handwoven and decorated merino wool pillow with feather and down insert. Made in Italy.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Sheep Pillow by Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep Pillow designed by Studio Ahead in a collaboration with JG SWITZER. Textured like stones smoothed by water the felted wool fabric is a mix of loca...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Felt, Silk

Ametista II Brick & Pink Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillows
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

GEMMA Brown and DAISY Cobalt Blue - Set of 4 Cotton Velvet Deluxe Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with this set of 4 cushions, true talismans for your home that will bring beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cu...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Fluorite Cloudy Blue 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 to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Kora Black White Handwoven Gently Textured Natural Yarn Large Cushion Cover
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Kora black pillow is a slightly textured handwoven pillow where our artisans have skillfully blended hand-spun yarns like silk, wool and organic cotton. The beauty of this pillow is ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Fox Fur Throw Blanket by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A classic, elegant Frost Fox fur throw blanket.. Whether used as a single bedspread or as a bed base, its majestic appearance enhances the room as a whol...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Silk & Cashmere Throw Blanket with Silver Fox Hem by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
This is a design piece that will stand out. The coral-coloured cashmere and silk blanket create a natural, elegant contrast with the grey and black nuances of the Silver Fox fur, hem...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

IRIS Brown Velvet Deluxe Fringed Decorative 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, 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.

Recently Viewed

View All