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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 Steel Gray Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Steel Gray Decorative Pillow by MOGUL embodies understated luxury and refined craftsmanship. Measuring 22 x 22 inches, these pillows feature a sophisticated steel gray ton...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Modern Tobacco Suede Decorative Pillows by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Modern Tobacco Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL exudes timeless luxury and sophistication. The warm tobacco hue evokes a sense of co...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Suede

White & Gray Vintage Hmong Striped Pillow
Located in Dallas, TX
The White and Gray Vintage Hmong Striped Textile Down Filled Pillow is the perfect addition to any room. Its muted natural colors are a great match for almost any decor, and it adds ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Down

Frameworks, Rust Mod Cloth Woven Pillow
Located in Dallas, TX
This pillow is the perfect accent to any room. The vintage mod cloth fabric with down fill is ultra comfortable . Add a splash of personality to any space with this original pillow f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Textiles

Materials

Textile, Down

Modern Oatmeal Weave Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Modern Oatmeal Weave Decorative Pillow by MOGUL radiates understated luxury. The soft, neutral oatmeal hue is complemented by a refin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Frameworks, Pillow, Beige Navy Blue Geometric Abstract
Located in Dallas, TX
This pillow is the perfect accent to any room. The blue and white geometric print paired with sturdy fabric and down fill is ultra comfortable . Add a splash of personality to any sp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Down

Athens Structure Pillow
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region. The purcha...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Boos Bespoke Handwoven Throw Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This bespoke pillow is handmade from 100% natural materials in the maker's studio in Brooklyn, NY. The wool is sourced from a village south Oaxaca, a blend of merino and churro wool...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Topazio Camel and Ivory 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 Maya Light Pink Modern Throw Pillow Cover
Located in Westfield, NJ
This pillow has been handwoven by artisans in Rajasthan, India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native to this region. The purchase of this handcrafted pillow helps...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Diamond Brick, Black and White Velvet Deluxe Patchwork 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

Topazio green and black & Daisy ivory - 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

4 Large Top grain Aniline rectangular leather throw pillows, Mont Blanc Sycamore
Located in Los Angeles, CA
28” long x 14 wide and ~8” deep Extremely high quality leather accent or lumbar pillows. Leather finished on all sides with a brown weave and zipper on the bottom. -Very hefty th...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather, Down

Athens Circle Pillow
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region. The purcha...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

GIORGIO ARMANI - Men's Fine Woven Stripe Neck Tie - 100% Silk - Italy - 21st C.
Located in Chatham, ON
GIORGIO ARMANI - Men's classic neck tie - diagonal woven stripe - 100% silk (heavy weight) - made in Italy - 21st century. Excellent pre-owned condition - no loss - no damage - no r...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

CITRINO brown and Ivory White - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Striped 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

Roland Cream Beige 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

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

Mink Multicolor Patchwork Cushion with Cotton / Down Feather Insert
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Exclusive home accessory. The product you will receive may have differences with the product pictured as it is a natural material and no two will be exactly alike. Each fur fabric is...
Category

2010s European Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Mink Cushion Multicolor Patchwork with Cotton / Down Feather Insert
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Exclusive home accessory. The product you will receive may have differences with the product pictured as it is a natural material and no two will be exactly alike. Each fur fabric is...
Category

2010s European Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Maya Triangles Bolster - Blues
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 region. The purchase of this handcr...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

21st Century Gothic Lamé Black Cushion in Velvet by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Gothic Lamé Black Cushion in velvet with embroidered Gothic logo in lamé.   
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

21st Century Tribeca_2 Decorative Cushion in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Tribeca_2 Decorative Cushion in leather. Twined leather central band. Piping in leather.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

Maharam Throw, in Passel 003 Rosella
Located in New York, NY
Maharam Throw Passel 003 Rosella Adapted from Maharam's eponymous upholstery textile, Passel Throw is woven in France on the same looms used to produce many Chanel suiting mate...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Mohair, Acrylic

Natural Cashmere Fur Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A design cushion made from natural cashmere fur in its purest form. The long fur, with its natural alternation between smooth and curly hair, creates a particular effect that enraptu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Jasper Brick and Pink Ruffled 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

Daisy II black Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Friged 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 Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Leather Cushion, Made with Exclusive Pirarucu Fish Leather Green Large Size
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Pirarucu fish leather cushion. Pirarucu fish comes from Brazilian food industry, it is the second largest river fish in the world after the beluga. V...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

Jasper Blue and Brown Ruffled 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

Jasper Ivory and Dry Green Ruffled 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

Contemporary Boho Chic Wool and Cotton Pillow In Gray
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your home's look with a chic Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow, meticulously handmade with opulent materials, in a 20" x 20" size. This Once-Size Pillow has a beige back color.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

21st Century Tribeca _4 Decorative Cushion in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Tribeca _4 Decorative Cushion in leather. Twined leather lateral band. Piping in leather.   
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

21st Century Coney Cushion in Fabric and Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Cushion in fabric with 3 small buckles. Piping in leather.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather, Fabric

21st Century Harlem Cushion in Fabric and Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Harlem decorative Cushion in fabric, central leather band with decorative bouclé. Piping in leather.             
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather, Fabric

21st Century Tribeca_3 Decorative Cushion in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Tribeca_3 Decorative Cushion in leather. Twined leather central band. Piping in leather.         
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

Gemma 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, hand-made by skil...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Jasper Camel and Rose Ruffled 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

"Cordonetto" Red Linen Bed Set
Located in Milano, IT
Part of the Cordonetto collection, this bed set boasts a deep burgundy color that is highlighted at the edges with a lighter trim for a subtle and refined acce...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

"Cordonetto" Green Linen Bed Set
Located in Milano, IT
This stunning set for the bed is part of the Cordonetto series. It is distinctive for its vivid color and a tonal stitched decoration that runs parallel to the perimeter of its pieces. A versatile addition to both a classic and a contemporary designer bed, this bed set...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

RUBELITA Camel and Brick - 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

Beautiful Tiger Bedcover Blanket Silk Cashmere Wood
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

Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Style #649
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Add a touch of luxury and vibrancy to your home with our Silk Velvet Cushions. Featuring a bold and colorful design on the front, these cushions bring an artistic statement to any sp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Lila Chumbes Pillow 1 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Lila Chumbes pillow 1 by Mae Engelgeer. Materials: 100% cotton. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 60 x H 40 cm Available in colors: Lila/ brick/ gold/ terra. A...
Category

2010s German Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

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

Chumbes Cylinder Cushion by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Chumbes cylinder cushion by Mae Engelgeer. Materials: 100% Cotton. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 60 x H 22 cm Available in colors: Lila/ brick/ gold/ terra...
Category

2010s German Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Shearling Sheepskin Tan 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

Oscar Pillow - Blocks
Located in Westfield, NJ
This geometric throw pillow has been ethically hand woven by artisans in Rajasthan, India, using a traditional weaving technique which is native to this region. The purchase of this...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Shearling Sheepskin Dark Blue 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

Daisy Cappuccino 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

Woven Blanket - Peter Norton Family Christmas Present by Jim Hodges
By Anchini
Located in Soquel, CA
Woven Blanket - Peter Norton Family Christmas Present by Jim Hodges Woven wool blanket, double-sided, by Jim Hodges (American, b. 1957). One side of the blanket is a bold teal, whil...
Category

1990s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Neutral Vintage Oushak Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish Oushak rug. Measures: 16'' x 16''.
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Henri Arch Pillow - Sky
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region. The purcha...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Henri Arch Pillow - Cognac
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region. The purcha...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

GEMMA II Camel & Light Blue Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative 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, hand-made by skilled portuguese artisans wit...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Melanie Peach and Gold Hand Embroidered Modern Geometric Floor Pillow Cover
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric pastel throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region. The...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Turquoise Pastel Pink 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 skill...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Athens Collage Pillow
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region. The purcha...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

QUARTZ Camel and Blue - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative 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

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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