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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Modern Black & White Zig Zag Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your living space with the Modern Black & White Zig Zag Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a striking blend of artistry and luxury. These pillows showcase a sophisticated zig-zag pa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Velvet

Schumacher x Miles Redd Dogwood Leaf Ivory Two-Sided Cotton Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Dogwood Leaf in Ivory. Hand painted in our studio under the direction of Miles Redd, this lovely swirling botanical has an undeniably artful charm. Fea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Wool Blanket Pattern Green Petrol Woven of Extra Fine Merino by Catharina Mende
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed in Berlin by Catharina Mende, woven of 100% extra fine merino in Scotland: This luxurious and flattering throw is the perfect combination of color, shape and material for ev...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scottish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Travel Blanket Blue 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: Complete every style with some maritime luxurious material around your shoulders. When traveling and made a constant companion, this travel blanket...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Silver Gray and Yellow Damask Throw Pillows, a pair
By Department of Decoration
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a lovely set of two damask throw pillows. These lumbar pillows are covered with a textured naturalist design in silver-gray and light yellow colors over a silky off-white bac...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Textiles

Materials

Polyester, Feathers

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

Outdoor Pillow with Black Pattern
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

Weather Resistant Outdoor Pillow in Black
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

Weather Resistant 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

Black Weather Resistant 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

Ombre Merino Wool Soft Blanket Throw in Yellow, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Cozy throw blankets for your home. Measurements: 51"x78" (1st Dibs measurements are for the shipping box) Merino wool blankets will keep you cozy and warm this winter. When cold weather happens, wrap yourself up in this super soft and pretty yellow Ombre Merino Wool Throw and stay cozy. This beautiful bright yellow and pale yellow ombre color...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

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

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

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Textiles

Materials

Yarn

Turmalina Mustard 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 Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

CITRINO Rose & Brick Velvet Deluxe Handmade Round 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Travel Blanket Yellow Green 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: Complete every style with some maritime luxurious material around your shoulders. When traveling and made a constant companion, this travel blanket...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

TURMALINA II Dry Green & Cappuccino Velvet Deluxe Patchwork 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

Jasper Dry Green - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Frilled Cushions
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 cushions, designed to bring beauty, positive...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

AGATA Brick & Pink 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Wool Blanket Geometrics Blue Woven of Merino and Cashmere by Catharina Mende
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed in Berlin by Catharina Mende, woven of 90% merino and 10% cashmere in Scotland: This exquisite throw in different blues is the perfect flattering and warming companion for e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scottish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Maharam Pillow, Bavaria by Studio Job
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow Bavaria by Studio Job 001 Unique Based on a limited-edition Studio Job collection from 2008 consisting of five pieces of Indian rosewood furniture...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Polyester

Belgium Velvet Tiger Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand crafted in Chicago, these Belgium velvet throw pillows redefine luxury with their plush texture and striking tiger design. The premium velvet, known for its unparalleled softnes...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Clay Beige Brown Checks Pattern Handloom Modern Artisanal Heavy Blanket Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Clay Handloom Throw is handwoven by weavers in India. The design of Clay Throw is made up of subtle textured checks pattern forming a gradual gradient type checks pattern all create...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Yarn

Shumacher Riley 20" Pillow in Black on Ivory
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Riley Embroidery with a self welt finish. A modern take on a classic vermicelli pattern, Riley features a loose meandering motif embroidered in fine thread on a ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

VALENTINO - Men's Neck Tie - 100% Printed Silk - Made in Italy - Late 20th C.
Located in Chatham, ON
VALENTINO - Men's print pattern neck tie - 100% silk - original tag attached - Italy - late 20th century. Excellent pre-owned condition - minimal signs of wear - no loss - no damage...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

IRIS Dry Green 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

Ametista II Camel & Blue Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
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

Blue and Beige Outdoor Cushion with Pattern Resistant to Water
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 pr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Pure Cashmere Brown Large Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
Pure Cashmere fabric Cushion with a tight knitted effect. Cashmere textile is one of the most valuable and thin fiber in the world. Extremely soft and lightweight, it is breathable ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Custom Rex Rabbit Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful made-to-order 22" square black and white stripes Rex rabbit pillow. Custom orders are available for different sizes.
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Pure Cashmere Black Large Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
Pure Cashmere fabric Cushion with a tight knitted effect. Cashmere textile is one of the most valuable and thin fiber in the world. Extremely soft and lightweight, it is breathable ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Salvia Modern Queen Bedspread Hand-woven Hand Embroidered in Soft Merino
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Salvia bedspread t is a beautifully handwoven and carefully hand embroidered piece by master weavers in Nepal, and dyed entirely with earth-friendl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Textiles

Materials

Yarn

21st Century Boedo Cushion in Fabric and Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Boedo decorative cushion in fabric and leather. Piping in leather.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Opala Cappuccino 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

QUARTZ Pink and Dry green - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Throw Pillows
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

Andes Topaz Pillow Hand Knitted By Peruvian Artisans in Andean Highland Wool
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Andes is the fruit of an intentional collaboration with an artisan cluster in Peru. Hand knitted only by women, these artisans are trained specially to develop this classic design by Studio Variously. Pure softest wool from Peru ( oeko tex...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Daisy Dry Green Velvet Deluxe Fringe 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

Oasis Gold Wax Block Print Modern Artisanal Mulberry Silk Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Shunya Gold pillow is handmade by master artisans in India. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively collabor...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

RUBELITA Cobalt Blue and Brown - Set of 2 Cotton Velvet Deluxe Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with this set of 2 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

Maharam Pelt, Drenthe Heath by Claudy Jongstra, Madder
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Pelt Drenthe Heath by Claudy Jongstra 007 Madder Named for the species shorn to create it, Drenthe Heath is a handmade felt by Dutch textile...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Silk

21" Navy, Red, Cream, and Pink Linen Stripe Pillow
Located in New York City, NY
21" square pillows in a navy, red, pink, and cream linen weave. Fill: 80% down/20% feather. 2 available; sold individually.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Selenita Large Brown 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

"Incontri" White and Grey Cotton Bed Set
Located in Milano, IT
Entirely made of fine cotton, this set comprises two regular pillowcases, one top sheet, and one bottom sheet equipped with elastic. Boasting a refined color combination of white and grey, this is a versatile and sophisticated addition to any designer bed...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Contemporary Pillow in Linen and Flower Print
Located in Madrid, ES
Cushion made with 50% linen and 50% cotton fabric, with a floral print of manual design finished in red velvet cord and invisible zipper on the back. Every item LA Studio offers is ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Velvet

CITRINO brick and pink - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Striped Round Cushions
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

Belgium Velvet Tiger Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand crafted in Chicago, these Belgium velvet throw pillows redefine luxury with their plush texture and striking tiger design. The premium velvet, known for its unparalleled softnes...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Maharam Pelt, Drenthe Heath by Claudy Jongstra, Carbon
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Pelt Drenthe Heath by Claudy Jongstra 009 Carbon Named for the species shorn to create it, Drenthe Heath is a handmade felt by Dutch textile...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Silk

"Mystique" by Peter Fasano Pink, Blue and Cream Linen Pillow
Located in New York City, NY
Pillow in Peter Fasano's "Mystique" blue, pink, and cream linen fabric. Fill: 80% down/20% feather.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Striped Dog Bed - Blue
Located in Westfield, NJ
We are so excited to offer dog beds in our handcrafted textiles! And they double as floor cushions! Our dog beds are ethically hand woven by artisans in Raja...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Diamond rose, dry green and beige Velvet Deluxe Patchwork 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

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

South American Beaver Fur Striped Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A South American Beaver fur cushion with a very soft hair and a generous size, combining creamy-white and cachà colours to create an elegant, striped pattern. Perfect for large sofa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

RUBELITA Yellow and Blue - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with this set of 2 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

Amazing Heron Bed cover Blanket Silk Cashmere Wool
Located in London, GB
About Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Silk

Embroidered Curtain for a Baby Room with Teddy Bears
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Unusual curtain for a baby room, with sun and two teddy bears: to be completed with other white curtains, if necessary. The teddy bears are attached with a s...
Category

2010s European Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Butterscotch Plush Handloom Merino Throw in White Butter Cream Hues
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Plush in hand feel , Butterscotch is a masterfully handwoven luxurious plush throw. One of a kind handwoven textile piece, this is an artistic statement to your living space. Complim...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Yarn

Zabihi Collection Rag Rug Turkish Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish rag rug 17'' x 17''
Category

Late 20th Century Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Foam

Charcoal Boucle Euro Pillow By MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Designed for elevated interiors, this Euro pillow embodies quiet luxury with its sumptuous bouclé fabric and refined craftsmanship. The soft, looped texture adds depth and dimension,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Bouclé, Alpaca

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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