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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Lumbar Pillow/Cushion-Oblong Shape with Blue/White Modern Animal Print
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Single oblong lumbar pillow/cushion in a blue and white modern version of an animal print. There are pleated corners and a blind zipper on the bottom.
Feather and down inserts. The...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric, Textile
Schumacher Lillia Embroidery 20" Pillow in Olive on Neutral
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lilla Embroidery with a knife edge finish. With uncommonly large (nearly 11”) motifs, Lilla Embroidery in olive-on-neutral is a traditional design with modern le...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Italian Merino Wool Tufted and Gathered in a Nautical Pattern
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Italian merino wool tufted and gathered in a nautical pattern on thin wale corduroy. Feather and down insert with hidden zipper. Made in Italy.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
LLAMA Hand Embroidered Decorative Pillows Ivory Upholstery by ANDEAN, Set of 2
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Decorative pillows with hand-embroidered llama motif from Zuleta, Imbabura, and waterproof velvet or upholstery fabric.
These decorative cushions are carefully hand-crafted with cot...
Category
2010s Ecuadorean Modern Textiles
Materials
Upholstery
Schumacher Mandeville Tape Piet Performance Linen Indigo Linen Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 14" x 20" pillow features Piet Performance Linen in indigo paired with Mandeville Tape in Pacific. Versatile, stylish, and available in available in an endless rainbow of hues, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Purple Velvet Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
This ball pillow is covered in a soft terry-like velour fabric. Can be customized in any fabric. Ask for current availability as shown.
Measurements:
Overall: 12” W x 12” Dia.
Dis...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Cushions In Hand Woven Silk Pleated Basket Weave Pattern Color Oyster
Located in Hamburg, DE
One pair silk cushions with embossed front panel in steam pleated, basket weave pattern, back panel plain silk, hand woven silk Bruno triplet taffeta #63 col. Oyster, size 35 x 50cm,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Custom Designed Chevron Pillow in Champagne and White Mongolian Lambswool
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and elegant modernist pillow was custom designed in the United States. It features a solid back composed of a silk/wool/synthetic blend, and a chevron pattern with alte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Pair of Textural Modernist Pillows in Taupe with Metallic Silver Thread
Located in New York, NY
This glamorous pair of pillows embody the modern sensibility and first-rate craftsmanship that we prize. Woven from imported cotton in taupe with angular striations in metallic silve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Jokhang Tiger Velvet in Red & Green 20 x 14" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Jokhang Tiger Velvet by Johnson Hartig/Libertine for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Designed by Johnson Hartig, the Tibetan tiger motif is recast as a mult...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Santorini Indoor/Outdoor Geometric Marine Blue Two-Sided 18" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This marine blue geometric print, filled with interlocking curves, has a bold flair sure to heighten any setting! Made from 100% acrylic duck, this Schuma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Acrylic
Vintage Lumbar Throw Pillow in Champagne Gold Shimmer
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Decorative luxurious lumbar throw pillow in gold shimmer.
This luxurious pillow with a glamorous sheen will shine, depending on how the light hit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric
Custom Textured Woven Metallic Platinum Pillow with Linen Backing
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pillow features a woven platinum metallic fabric with a smoked taupe linen back.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric
Hand-Embroidered Velvet Pillow - Lion
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Bring a touch of nature-inspired luxury to your space with this Red Velvet Cushion featuring an exquisitely embroidered lion. Crafted from rich, sumptuously soft velvet, the deep red...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Maia Blue Embroidered Lumbar Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous Maia is featuring a blue ombre and rivers on gold and silver beading. Add this glam pillow to any room!
Size : 14”x 20”
Features
Zipper c...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Tiah Cove 20" Pillow in Ivory on Natural
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tiah Cover by Caroline Hurley for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Tiah Cove was designed by artist Caroline Z Hurley in her Brooklyn studio. Both organic an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Seletti Polyester Cushion by "Toiletpaper" - Drill
By Toiletpaper, Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
Exceptional collection of tableware and objects born out of the collaboration between Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari’s magazine and the Italian design company Seletti. Black humor dipped in pastel colors. Seletti wears Toiletpaper...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Polyester
Vibrant Printemps Handmade Pillow Feather Down
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vibrant springtime handmade pillow with feather down insert.
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Textile
Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Cheetah
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handwoven from silk velvet, this Ikat cushion brings a unique touch to your home with its rich texture and vibrant design. Perfect for adding a splash of colour to your living room, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk, Velvet
Crewel Work Embroidered Brown Bird Toss Pillow - 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous vintage crewel work hand embroidered brown birds. Add some Boho Chic style to your home or design project. We have a second similar listing, also 2 single bird pillows with ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Atchison Blue Two-Sided Cotton Lumbar Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 14" x 27" pillow features Atchison in Blue. This double-strap woven has a sophisticated tribal aesthetic in a hardwearing weight making it perfect for showstopping upholstery. F...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Octopus Hand-Painted Cotton Pillow Cases
By Fort Makers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
By Jodie Niss
Set of 2.
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Dog Blanket Yellow Grey Woven of Merino Wool by Catharina Mende
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed in Berlin by Catharina Mende, woven of 100% merino wool in Italy. Luxury and design for pets: this gently washable, grey and yellow colored blanket made of soft wool is the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Dixon Mohair in Vicuna 22" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Dixon Mohair Weave with a Knife Edge finish. With a brushed and felted finish, this mohair weave has a plush texture and exceptionall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Pair of Pillows with a Modern Design, Priced Individually
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of pillows crafted in velvetine relief with a repeating modern design.
Category
20th Century American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Giraldi Embroidery in Black 20 x 13" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Giraldi Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Rendered in chain stitched embroidery on a linen grown, this ribbon-candy-esque stripe combines a sense of movement ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Cheetah Velvet 20" Pillow in Java
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Cheetah Velvet with a knife edge finish. A small-scale design with a big repeat, this wildly chic, cut velvet animal pattern stands out against a looped ground. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Shumacher Elko Plaid 22x14" Pillow in Straw
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Elko Plaid with a knife edge finish. The asymmetrical design and unexpected fringe detailing shows the hand of the maker in this plaid. Pillow includes a feather...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Pair of Silk Cushions Color White Gold Pleated Fish Scale Pattern
Located in Hamburg, DE
One pair silk cushions with embossed front panel in steam pleated Taffeta silk , fish scale pattern, back panel plain silk, handwoven silk Taffeta col. White Gold, size 35 x 50cm,
c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Schumacher Aveline Linen 22" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Aveline Linen with a self welt finish. Aveline Linen in lilac is a beautiful handprinted fabric inhabited by regal peacocks and an undulating flowering vine, bot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Tempesta Throw in Neutral
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The arcs of painterly brushstrokes on our Tempesta Throw, based on a classic Schumacher pattern, create a subtle, sophisticated two-tone pattern that lets the luxury of the fibers sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Fruit Hand-Painted Cotton Pillow Cases
By Fort Makers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
By Jodie Niss
Set of 2.
Category
2010s North American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Shumacher Gerry Embroidery 14" Pillow A in Document
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Gerry Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Hand-stitched flora and fauna enliven rolling hills in this full coverage embroidery divined from our archive. It's an...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Pair of Brindle Hide, Bead Pillows
Located in New York, NY
Pair of light grey/beige hide pillows with dark grey bead benters and zippered linen backs. Feather/Down inserts.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles
Materials
Cowhide, Linen, Beads
Bespoke Natural Pony Hide Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Off white, Grey brindle pony hide pillow with a grey cotton velvet back.
Feather & Down insert, zipper on side
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles
Materials
Hide, Cotton
Cushions with Pleated Front Panel in Wave Pattern Vertical on Velvet Color Sand
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pair of Cushions with embossed front panel in steam pleated Wave pattern on Velvet Color Sand, back panel plain silk color pure platinum size 30 x 50 cm, concealed zipper in the bott...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
LLAMA Hand Embroidered Decorative Pillows in Olive Velvet by ANDEAN, Set of 2
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Decorative pillows with hand-embroidered llama motif from Zuleta, Imbabura, and waterproof velvet or upholstery fabric.
Embracing sumptuous luxury, these decorative pillows showcase...
Category
2010s Ecuadorean Modern Textiles
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
Crewel Work Hand Embroidered Brown Bird Toss Pillow - 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous crewel work hand embroidered brown bird toss pillow. We have a second similar pillow, and two with multiple birds, too. Collect all 4 pillows. Add some Boho Chic style to yo...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Wentworth Embroidery in Chambray 24 x 12" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Wentworth Embroidery with a Knife Edge finish. The embroidery has an elegant cross-stitching on jute and linen with subtle tonal variations that lend a wonderful...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Seletti Polyester Cushion by 'Toiletpaper', Snooker
By Toiletpaper, Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
Exceptional collection of tableware and objects born out of the collaboration between Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari’s magazine and the Italian design company Seletti. Black humor dipped in pastel colors. Seletti Wears Toiletpaper...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Polyester
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
Schumacher Brigitte Stripe 14" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Brigitte Stripe with a fringe finish. The perfect thin stripe, not too casual and not too dressy. Pillow includes a feather/down fill insert and hidden zipper cl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Fine Knit Linen Scarf - Navy
Located in Windsor, GB
Knitted in England, this large linen scarf is simply a classic. It features a contrasting stripe detail down each edge. Try draping it over dresses in summer or knot it at the neck i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Schumacher Loulou 18" Pillow in Opal
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Loulou. An elegant abstract design inspired by classic bargello tapestries, Loulou fabric in opal is a textural tour de force that combines several different wea...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Ball Pillow with Tonal Blue Cut Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Cut Velvet with randomized knapping on a ground of woven metalic threads. Stuffed firmly with a down feather blend. Can be customized with any fabric. Ask for current availability of...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Lunaria Pillow in Ochre, 18x12"
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lunaria by Drusus Tabor with a knife edge finish. Created in collaboration with Drusus Tabor, this unique print derives its clover forms and oval elements from l...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Zaza Dots Pillow, Lilac
By Leah Singh
Located in Westfield, NJ
This geometric throw pillow has been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region.
The purchase ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Embroidered Dragon Linen Pillow with Tassels - Yellow
By Les Ottomans
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
This cushion is a striking accent piece, featuring a fully embroidered dragon on a linen base, with playful tassels at each corner. Perfect for adding texture and personality to your...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Embroidered Cotton Shell Pillow
By Les Ottomans
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
An amazing embroidered cotton pillow
the shell is fully embroidered on a cotton base
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Seletti Polyester Cushion by "Toiletpaper", Two of Spade
By Seletti, Toiletpaper
Located in Doral, FL
Exceptional collection of tableware and objects born out of the collaboration between Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari’s magazine and the Italian design company Seletti. Black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Polyester
Eye Cotton Cushion Pale Pink
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
The eye is one of the symbol of shetering and protection
We love to play with colors so we created a selection of "Eyes" cushions in different colors to wamr up your place.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Fur Snowball Pillow - Black
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
The snowball fur pillow is made from glove factory remnants we have sewn into a custom fabric to provide sustainable, "guilt-free" natural fur pillows in 12" of real fur. Statement p...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Fur
Zaza Shapes Pillow, Ochre
By Leah Singh
Located in Westfield, NJ
This geometric throw pillow has been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region.
The purchas...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Wool Snowball Cloud Pillow
By JG Switzer
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Our tactile 12" snowball is made from our Shetland cloud heritage breed Shetland, local and imported merino wool and milled here in West Sonoma County at our workshop. The ball is fi...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Coronation Velvet 16x12" Pillow in Garnet
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Coronation Velvet with a self welt finish. A classic motif with a modern attitude, Coronation Velvet in garnet is a regal small-scale design that traverses decor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Sayra Pillow, Ivory Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Sayra Pillow features a plush ivory velvet base with an abstract gold embroidery thread. Perfect modern addition to any room.
Size: 22”x 22”
Features
Zipper closure
Ivory vel...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Quartz II Black & White 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans wit...
Category
2010s Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Velvet
Zaza Shapes Pillow, Lilac
By Leah Singh
Located in Westfield, NJ
This geometric throw pillow has been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
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.