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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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

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

CITRINO Mustard & Pink Velvet Deluxe Handmade Round Stripes 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 Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Shearling Sheepskin Flamingo Pink 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

Reyti Ochre Yellow Minimal Pattern Handloom Throw / Blanket in Organic Cotton
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Reyti Ochre Throw is a 100% organic cotton throw woven by improvising an ancient technique of handloom weaving originating from Western part of India. Reyti means mud / sand in Hindi language, and this particular throw with its natural dye gives an effect of the shades of mud and sand in the habitat of the artisan's village in India. The edges are hand rolled and two panels are first individually hand woven and then hand embroidered together forming a unique design element. Requiring attention to detail and finishing, Reyti throw uses organic cotton that has been cultivated by using rain water...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Yarn

Rubelita II Cappuccino & Brick 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

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

Shearling Sheepskin Beige 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

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

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

Obsidiana Green & Brick Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushion, designed...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Modern Brown Woven Leather Decorative Lumbar Pillow
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted from premium woven leather, this modern brown decorative lumbar pillow is a masterpiece of artisanal design and impeccable craftsmanship. Each leather panel is meticulously h...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

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

Silver Fox Fur Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
This natural Silver Fox fur cushion has been made by carefully selecting each skin, ro be processed as to create a chequered composition, combining colours and volumes in a meticulou...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Classy Bougie Ratchet Needlepoint Throw Pillow
Located in Elkhart, IN
A charming decorative needlepoint throw pillow reading, "Classy, Bougie, Ratchet" USA, 21st Century Measures: 10"W x 4"D x 10"H. Good vintage condition.
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Velvet

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Gold & Indigo Blue Inkblot Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Gold velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Inkblot pattern with gray linen backing. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measur...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet, Linen

21st Century Asian Clay Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A single seat pouf, compact, bright and cheeky. Perfect as an additional seat or as a footstool, this pouf is 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic. Use it indoors or carry it outd...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Textiles

Materials

Metal

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

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

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Topazio Dry Green & Ivory Velvet Deluxe Handmade Checkered 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

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

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

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

Obsidiana Brick, Rose and Cappuccino Velvet Deluxe Handmade 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

AMAZONITE Brick & Blue Striped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative 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 Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Opala Petrol Blue Set of 2 Scalloped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Pillows
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

Turquoise Mint Green Velvet Deluxe Handmade Round 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

Modern Azealia Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your interiors with the sumptuous elegance of the Modern Azealia Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a perfect blend of bold sophistication and luxurious craftsmanship. The st...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

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

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

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

Ametista II Terracota and Ivory white 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

Selenita Large Pink 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

Maharam Pillow, Palio by Alexander Girard
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Pillow Palio by Alexander Girard 002 Sky Palio by Alexander Girard, 1964 draws its motifs, colors and name from the famous bareback horse race held semi-annually in Siena, I...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Nylon

Pair of Fortuny Textile Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These Fortuny pillows feature a luxurious and elegant design typical of the brand’s signature aesthetic. The fabric displays a bold, flowing vine and leaf motif in a rich gold tone, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

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

Pair of Petite Fortuny Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of pillows features a striking design that marries antique elegance with modern sophistication. A central horizontal band of Fortuny textile in rich, earthy tones showcases...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Down

Worldwide Aura Throw
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

Daisy II Caramel Brown 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

Printed Linen Pillow Cloudy Bottle 12x22
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A luxury handmade decorative throw pillow made of printed Belgian linen, great for adding comfort and casual, laid-back style to a contemporary living room, bedroom or lounge. Belgia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

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

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

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

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

Boho Linen Gray Decorative Throw Pillow
Located in Norwalk, CT
This new accent pillow of east-meets-west design aesthetic showcases a geometrical design with predominant Boho Linen gray color. Hand-made, using either 100% premium wool. This p...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

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

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

Modern Decorative Golden/Coffee Throw Pillow
Located in Norwalk, CT
This new accent pillow of East-meets-West design aesthetic showcases a floral design with predominant golden/coffee color. Hand made, using either 100% premium wool. This pill...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Rubelita Camel and Cappuccino 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 wit...
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

Topazio Sand and Black set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushions
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

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

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

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

Wave Fabric in Gold and Indigo, Belgian Linen (Fabric by the Yard)
Located in New York, NY
Taking a cue from the undulating shapes of our indigo velvet pillows, Wave is a bold and artful design, seen here in Gold yellow. Pigment printed on 100% Belgian Linen. Designed in N...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Throw, Fox Fur, Full Skins, Cashmere/wool Backing, New Skins, Large Fur Scale
Located in New York, NY
Large fox throw. Full skins. Backed with cashmere / wool. Fox skins from Sweden. Delivery time 4-5 weeks.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

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

Flo Grey Throw Handwoven in Merino
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, FLO grey throw / blanket is a beautifully handwoven and carefully hand embroidered piece by master weavers in Nepal , and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Textiles

Materials

Yarn

Ripple Fabric in Jade 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 Jade green. Pigment printed on 100% Belgian Linen. Designed in N...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

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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