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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
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 Tribeca_5 Decorative Cushion in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Tribeca_5 decorative Cushion in leather. Twined leather central band. Piping in leather.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather
21st Century Kallio Decorative Cushion in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Cushion in leather. 2 decorative leather bands with 4 buckles. Piping in leather.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather, Fabric
21st Century Emil Decorative Cushion in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Emil decorative Cushion in leather with embroidered chevron decoration.
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
Coney Decorative Cushion in fabric; 3 small buckles. Piping in leather.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather, Fabric
21st Century Tribeca _1 Decorative Cushion in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Tribeca _1 Decorative Cushion in leather patchwork. Piping in leather.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather
21st Century Trix Decorative Cushion in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Trix decorative cushion in leather with embroidered square decoration.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather
21st Century Brooklyn Cushion in Fabric and Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Brooklyn decorative cushion in fabric. Central leather band with 2 decorative rings. Piping in leather.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather, Fabric
21st Century Wahi Cushion in Fabric and Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Cushion in fabric. Leather band and buckle. Piping in leather.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Neutral Turkish Oushak Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a Turkish Oushak rug in beige and brown.
18'' x 18''
Category
20th Century Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Beige Modern Boho Chic Style Wool and Cotton Pillow
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your home's look with a chic Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow, meticulously handmade with opulent materials, in a 16" x 24" size. This Once-Size Pillow has a beige back color.
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Boho Style Modern Ivory Wool and Cotton Pillow
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
One of a Kind Pair of Pillows, Throw Pillows, Philosophy Pillows "Vasarely V"
Located in Bochum, NRW
One of a kind pair of decorative pillows, handmade + computer assisted geometric design after Vasarely. Made of silk taffeta, imprinted with two shades of gold, this is number V of t...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk, Velvet
Boho Chic Style Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow In Beige
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
Soft Red Oushak Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish Oushak rug.
Measures: 18'' x 18''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Tapa Stripe Patterned Fortuny Textile Pillows w/ Linen Backs, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of luxurious Tapa Stripe Patterned Fortuny pillows, exuding an air of timeless elegance and refined taste. These pillows feature a beautiful printed design, characterized by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Down
Maharam Pillow, Darning Sampler Plaid by Scholten & Baijings
Located in New York, NY
Maharam pillow
Darning Sampler Plaid
001 Confection.
Realized in a single, pastel-inflected color scheme, Darning Sampler Plaid is a testament to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Nylon
Modern Cream Macrame Decorative Kidney Pillow
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Cream Macrame Decorative Pillow is a sophisticated fusion of artisanal craftsmanship and contemporary design, perfect for elevating any luxury space. Measuring 19 x 12 inc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Neutral Vintage Oushak Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish Oushak rug.
Measures: 16'' x 23''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Gray Speckled Turkish Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Gray color speckled pillow made from a vintage Turkish Kilim.
17'' x 18''
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Neutral Moroccan Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a flat-woven Moroccan rug.
19'' x 20''
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow In Black
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your home decor with the Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow. Designed with meticulous care and crafted from luxurious materials, this hand-made 12" x 24" pillow fea...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Mohair Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Angora mohair wool rug in black and ivory.
Measures: 5' x 6'7''.
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Mohair
Printed Linen Pillow Winding Sienna Blush 20x20
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
Beige Boho Chic Style Contemporary Wool and Cotton Pillow
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
Boho Chic Style Contemporary Wool and Cotton Pillow In Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your home's look with a chic Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow, meticulously handmade with opulent materials, in a 16" x 24" size. This Once-Size Pillow has a beige back color.
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Boho Chic Style Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow In Gray and Blue
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
Modern Chic Wool and Cotton Pillow With Geometric Pattern In Ivory
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your home's look with a chic Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow, meticulously handmade with opulent materials, in a 16" x 24" size. This Once-Size Pillow has a beige back color.
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Turkish Mohair Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
A small pillow made with a brown Turkish Mohair rug.
Measures: 1'3'' x 1'3''.
Category
20th Century Modern Textiles
Materials
Mohair, Foam
Boho Chic Style Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow In Ivory
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
Gray Boho Chic Wool and Cotton Pillow With Geometric Design
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
Contemporary Wool and Cotton Pillow In Gray and Beige with Geometric Parttern
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
Modern Geometric Wool and Cotton Pillow In Muted Tones
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your home's look with a chic Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow, meticulously handmade with opulent materials, in a 16" x 24" size. This Once-Size Pillow has a beige back color.
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Gray Contemporary Chic Wool and Cotton Pillow
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your home's look with a chic Modern Wool and Cotton Pillow, meticulously handmade with opulent materials, in a 16" x 24" size. This Once-Size Pillow has a beige back color.
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
6 Vintage 27" Mid Century Modern Oversized Plush Red & Black Floor Throw Pillows
Located in Philadelphia, PA
(6) Vintage 27" Mid Century Modern Oversized Plush Red & Black Floor Throw Pillows. Listing includes 3 red and 3 black pillows in their original soft plush 1970's fabric. Circa Late ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric
Shumacher Rolling Hills 18x12" Pillow in Green
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rolling Hills with a knife edge finish. Charming animals gambol within a naïve landscape in this whimsical full-coverage print. This design preserves the rustic ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Shabby Chic Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a shabby chic Turkish rug.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Red Vine Brocade Silk Pillow with Feather Down
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vine red embroidered brocade silk throw pillow with feather down insert.
Category
1990s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Alpaca Wool Blend Espresso Pillow with Basket Weave Pattern by Pehuen
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful espresso pillow is handmade in the mountainous regions of Patagonia, Argentina. Realized in an Alpaca/Merino wool blend, it offers a basket weave pattern in heather. S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Alpaca
Double Sided Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Double-sided pillow made from a vintage Turkish Kilim.
15'' x 24''
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Modern Charcoal Check Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your living space with this sophisticated Modern Charcoal Check Decorative Pillow by MOGUL. The textured woven cotton and linen cover showcases an intricate check pattern in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Printed Linen Pillow Ribbon Clay
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
Modern Sage Suede Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your living space with the Modern Sage Suede Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a perfect blend of elegance and comfort. The rich sage hue, reminiscent of serene natural landscapes,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Suede
Modern Vanilla Weave Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the serene sophistication of the Modern Vanilla Weave Decorative Pillow by MOGUL. This elegant pair is meticulously crafted using high-quality woven cotton, delivering a s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Modern Mushroom Weave Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your living space with this exquisite Modern Mushroom Weave Decorative Pillow by MOGUL. Meticulously crafted, the cotton weave provides a soft yet structured texture that rad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Modern Tan Leather Chevron Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Tan Leather Chevron Decorative Pillow by MOGUL is a masterclass in refined craftsmanship. Each pillow features an intricate chevron pattern made of woven leather, radiatin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather
Modern Sienna Leather Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your living space with the Modern Sienna Leather Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, crafted from exquisite woven leather for a rich, tactile finish. The warm tan hue adds a touch of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather
Modern Stone Weave Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted with an artisanal touch, the Modern Stone Weave Decorative Pillow by MOGUL exude understated elegance. The woven cotton material boasts a soft yet durable texture, showcasing...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Baby's First Blanket in Lambswool & Cashmere, Monogram Gift
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Baby's first blanket is the perfect, super special baby gift. Made from a bland of lambswool (85%) and cashmere (15%) this blanket is soft and warm.
Baby's first blanket will last for many generations. Blanket stitch detail is in an alpaca and silk blanket stitch. Available in Blue or Fawn.
Dimensions: approximately 45" x 34". Please allow for one inch variance as these are sewn by hand.
Care: Wool cycle wash and dry (only in wool cycles) or delicate /no heat or dry clean.
Please specify for monogram: Three initials vs name spelled in cursive. All monogram blankets...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Alpaca
Linen Pillow with Grey Leather Trimming and Tassel
Located in Dural, AU
Designed by Australian Designer, Emily Barbara this captivating 100% linen pillow features an intricate handwoven kangaroo leather detailing complimented with a sophisticated soft le...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Modern Aqua Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Infuse your living space with serene sophistication through the Modern Aqua Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a luxurious blend of elegance and comfort. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Modern Garnet Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Immerse your home in luxury with the Modern Garnet Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a masterful fusion of elegance, comfort, and craftsmanship. These pillows, rendered in a deep, j...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Modern Graphite Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your space with the Modern Graphite Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a perfect blend of sophistication and subtle elegance. The deep graphite hue, a rich and versatile shad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Modern Dove Gray Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Enhance your living space with the understated elegance of the Pair of Modern Dove Gray Velvet Decorative Pillows by MOGUL, a perfect fusion of luxury and versatility. Crafted from p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Green Khaki Beige Turkish Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Double-sided pillow we made from a vintage Turkish Kilim.
16'' x 18''
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Foam, Cotton
Silk Satin Cushion Pleated Small Opal Pattern Embossed Color Dark Emerald Green
Located in Hamburg, DE
Silk satin cushion with embossed front panel in steam pleated small opal pattern, back panel plain silk, silk satin Brochier col. Smeralado 35 x 50cm, concealed zipper in the bottom ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
White Linen Pillow with Tan Leather Edging, Customized
Located in Dural, AU
Add refreshing elements to your interiors with this Cabana, linen and leather pillow. A contemporary classic cushion made from 100% upholstery, textured linen trimmed with Italian tan leather edging that adds an elegant contrast to the design. Australian designer, Emily Barbara has used the combination of leather and linen capturing the beauty of styling with natural textures, while minimizing greatly the usage of synthetic fibers in her collection.
The natural white linen pillow...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Schumacher Elsa 20x14" Pillow in Sandstone
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Elsa. A fanciful pattern enlivened by writhing stylized snakes, Elsa fabric in sandstone has sophisticated and seductive charm. Pillow is finished with a welt in...
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.