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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Striped Happy Pillow Outdoor with Fringes White and Blue Water Repellent
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Transform both your indoor and outdoor areas into refined, inviting environments with our premium decorative cushions. Whether placed on a garden sofa, sun lounger, indoor couch, or ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Acrylic
Striped Happy Frame Pillow Outdoor with Piping Blue and White Water Repellent
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Transform both your indoor and outdoor areas into refined, inviting environments with our premium decorative cushions. Whether placed on a garden sofa, sun lounger, indoor couch, or ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Acrylic
Schuamcher Erindale 22" Pillow in Spice
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Erindale with a knife edge finish. The perfect marriage of modern and rustic, Erindale in spice is a striking patchwork made of hand-dyed cotton-jute. Pillow includes a feather/down fill insert and hidden zipper closure. *If out of stock...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Wood
$435 / item
Schumacher Samarkand Ikat II Porcelain Blue Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
A true warp print produced with traditional Ikat methods, Samarkand Ikat II is a signature Schumacher design that is beloved for its bold scale and pattern. Now featured as a set of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Orange Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Embroidered textured orange fabric covers this ball pillow. Ball can be made in any fabric. Ask for current availability of pillow as shown.
Overall: 12”...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$590 / item
Lashes Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Ball pillow is covered in a colorful Romo fabric with wispy fringe detail giving it a playful appearance, texture and a 3-Dimensional effect. Can be custom...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Polyester
$560 / item
Modern Black Macrame Decorative Kidney Pillow
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Black Macrame Decorative Pillow is a sophisticated blend of craftsmanship and modern design, measuring 23” x 13” for a sleek, elongated look that enhances any luxury inter...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Rock Collection Cushion Green
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Crafted following artisan techniques, these
cushions are distinguished by a bold, geometric
design accented with delicate patterns of lines.
Available in different nuances - pink, yellow, brick,
blue, grey and beige – they can be easily mixed and
matched with the other LO Decor contemporary
collections, thanks the plain color on the back. The
Rock Collection...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$161 / item
Large Square Turkish Kilim White Brown Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a mid 20th century Turkish Kilim with cotton back. Zipper closure and foam insert provided.
Measures: 23" x 24".
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Dara Lumbar Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Colorful Manuel Canovas Indian Print on cotton on the front and a woven in similar colors on the back of this striking pillow. The finishing touch is the hot pink faux leather piping...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$925 / set
Striped Happy Pillow Outdoor with Fringes Beige and White
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Transform your patio furniture easily by adding bright, luxury, water repellent outdoor cushions. The perfect finishing touch for the outdoor living or your garden sofa and sun loung...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Acrylic
Happy Pillow Snowflake Velvet Brown With Beige Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Sophisticated and elegant, the Winter Collection is the last outstanding fashioned creation. Velvet cushion with a sophisticated elk embroidered, with a contrasting colour fringe. Si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Velvet
Fish Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Add a touch of luxury and color to your space with our silk velvet cushions, available in an array of vibrant Ikat designs. Each cushion combines rich textures with bold patterns, br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
$106 / item
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
HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Turquoise with Pink Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Ecletic soft velvet cushion with cotton fringes. This cushion is a textile masterpiece for beds and sofas. This insert cushion is crafted with velvet fabrics and cotton fringes, add...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Le Matelot Peacock Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 16" x 16" pillow features Le Matelot in Peacock. Cut velvet stripes pop on a crisp cotton ground, making this uniquely scaled and tonal pattern the epi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
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
$295 / item
Happy Pillow Rectangle White Velvet with Teal Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
The contrasting chromatic scheme characterizing this cushion lends it a distinct luxe yet restrained allure. It features soft padding in polyester fiber, while its rectangular silhou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Caroline Hurley Tiasquam Blue Two-Sided Linen Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 20" x 20" pillow features our Tiasquam design. Originally handpainted on paper by textile artist Caroline Z Hurley, Tiasquam mimics the art of hand-blocking and has subtle varia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Pale Blue Cut Velvet Purple Velvet Square Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 19”W x 10”D x 19”H
Price As Shown: $700 as a pair
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design and manufacturing company The Tailore...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet, Down, Feathers
Rock Collection Cushion Mustard
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Crafted following artisan techniques, these
cushions are distinguished by a bold, geometric
design accented with delicate patterns of lines.
Available in different nuances - pink, yellow, brick ,
blue, grey and beige – they can be easily mixed and
matched with the other LO Decor contemporary
collections, thanks the plain color on the back. The
Rock Collection...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$161 / item
Yang Bonbon Chouval Pillow, Linen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Named after the traditional pastry from the Island of Martinique, the “Bonbon Chouval" was a horse pastry sold on patronal feast. Its careless shape recalls happy childhood memories!...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
$479 / item
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
Zig Zag Patterned Stain Resistant Fabric Gray and White Square Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 22”W x 11”D x 22”H
Price As Shown: $900 as a pair
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design and manufacturing company The Tailore...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Down, Feathers
Zebra Luxury Silk Pillow, Monochrome and Gold Tropics Collection
Located in Hastings, GB
Explore distant savannahs with our luxury silk 'Zebra' cushion from the Tropics range
This luxurious 100% silk cushion has a rich cotton velvet back and piped edge
Designed with in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Le Citron 20" Pillow in Natural
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Le Citron by Johnson Hartig for Libertine for Schumacher with a self welt finish. Le Citron in natural is a wonderfully charming fabric ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$321 / item
Schumacher Ankara Silk Velvet in Black & Gold 20" x 16"Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The Ankara Silk Velvet Pillow by Les Ottomans features handwoven fabric with a knife edge finish. Les Ottomans pillows are handmade in Istanbul, juxtaposing the traditional patterns ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Cut Velvet Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Cut velvet vall pillow
Measurements:
Outside: 12” diameter x 12” height
Disclaimer: Due to their handcrafted nature, the final size and shape of our Ball P...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
$670 / item
Hand-embroidered Eye Cotton Pillow - Red
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Add intrigue and personality to your space with our cotton cushion featuring a beautifully hand-embroidered eye design. Perfect for layering on a sofa or bed, this is an eye-catching...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
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
Schumacher Temara Embroidered Print Pillow in Pomegranate
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The front of this 25" x 16" pillow features Temara Embroidered Print in Pomegranate. This ethnic beauty is handprinted on a linen and jute ground and is embellished with embroidery. Subtle variations are a part of its inherent natural beauty. The back of the pillow features Schumacher Antique Linen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Jute, Cotton, Linen, Polyester
Shearling Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Firm polyfill stuffed ball pillow covered in a cozy gray shearling hide. Can be customized in size and fabric.
Measurements:
Outside: 13" diameter x 13” ...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Fur
$760 / item
Schumacher Ezma Embroidery Pillow in Neutral
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Ezma Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Each and every one of the beads on this dazzlingly chic tribal geometric is sewn by hand, making it a true tour de forc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
$579 / item
Schumacher Coyolate in Ocean 18 x 12" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Coyolate with a knife edge finish. This extraordinary 39”-long brocade panel is hand-woven and -embroidered on a backstrap loom by master Maya women weavers in G...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$398 / item
Schumacher Vasily Linen 16" x 12" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Vasily Linen with a self welt finish. Artfully abstracted, Vasily Linen in multi is based on a 1930s pattern with a quirky, sophisticated sensibility. Decorated ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$267 / item
Pair of Burnt Orange Wool with Applique Feather Down Pillows
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Splendid pair of burnt orange wool pillows with white figurative appliqué. Feather down inserts.
Category
1990s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Josef Frank Citrus Garden Pool Blue Linen Two-Sided Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This archival Josef Frank print, created in 1947, bears the signature whimsy, color and personality for which the designer is known. The hand-drawn p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
White Modern Persian Textile Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Double-sided pillow made from modern Persian Kilim. Each pillow has zipper closure. They can be used as shams too.
15'' x 20''
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
$239 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Schumacher Coyolate in Nougat 18" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Coyolate with a knife edge finish. This extraordinary 39”-long brocade panel is hand-woven and -embroidered on a backstrap loom by master Maya women weavers in G...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$549 / item
LLAMA Hand Embroidered Decorative Pillows in Ochre 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.
These decorative cushions are carefully hand-crafted with cot...
Category
2010s Ecuadorean Modern Textiles
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
Schumacher Artigianale Italian Handwoven Natural Oversized Floor Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
These custom pillows in our Artigianale collection are a marriage of old world craftsmanship and modern design sensibility. Handwoven and crafte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Feathers
Schumacher Tangent Print 22" Pillow in Saffron
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tangent Print by Hadiya Williams for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Based on an original ink-and-pencil drawing, Hadiya Williams’ Tangent in saffron reduce...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Neutral Tone Oushak Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind pillow made from a vintage Turkish rug with cotton back. Zipper closure and foam insert provided.
14'' x 18''
Category
20th Century Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
$140 Sale Price
21% Off
Schumacher Wentworth in Rust Embroidery 22" 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
Schumacher Graphic Fringe in Black 22" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Graphic Fringe with a knife edge finish. Graphic Fringe is a wide, ribbed ottoman tape with dense fringe along one side. Stylish an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Gervasoni C. Ghost XS Pillow in White Linen Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gervasoni C. Ghost XS pillow in white linen upholstery by Paola Navone
Cushion in dacron and down, 50 x 50 cm
Additional Information:
Material: Upholstery
Upholstery: White L...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Upholstery
Schumacher Giraffe Velvet 20x12" Pillow in Safari
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Giraffe Velvet with a self welt finish. A beloved design that we revived due to popular demand, Giraffe Velvet in safari is an abstracted animal pattern created ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Schumacher x Timothy Corrigan Anjou Stripe Emerald Linen Two-Sided Pillow
By Timothy Corrigan, Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Anjou Stripe. A creative comingling of elegant stripes and lush flowers, this splendid print is as Classic as they come. Printed on crisp, glazed linen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
De Sede DS-51 Pillow in Nougat Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-51 swivel armchair helped establish De Sede’s worldwide reputation for Swiss hand craftsmanship and production of the highest quality. Optionally available with or without arm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather
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
"Ostia" Handmade Wool Grey Pillow
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The "Cableknit" pillow is hand knotted in the finest Italian merino wool, has feather and down insert and concealed zipper. Made in Italy.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Feathers, Wool
Happy Pillow Black Velvet with Black Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
This exquisite square cushion will suit any decor with its neutral tones and refined allure. Padded with polyester fiber, the velvet removable cover boasts an elegant black color acc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
$119 / item
Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 24" Pillow in Tortoise
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Vanderbilt Velvet by Mary McDonald for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. A large-scale, linear design gives this Italian cut velvet fabric a graphic sensibili...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
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
Embroidered Grass Design Blue Navy Velvet Fabric Purple Trim Lumbar Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 24”W x 8”D x 12”H
Price As Shown: $1,410 as a pair
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design ...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet, Down, Feathers
Neutral Oushak Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish rug with cotton back. Zipper closure and foam insert provided.
Measures: 19'' x 20''.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
$129 Sale Price
27% Off
Schumacher Tiraz Velvet in Indigo 20" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tiraz Velvet with a knife edge finish. Nothing gives that refined old-world look more than an antique carpet upholstered on a p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Artigianale Italian Handwoven Yellow 47" Oversized Floor Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
These custom pillows in our Artigianale Collection are a marriage of Old World craftsmanship and modern design sensibility. Handwoven and crafte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Wool, Feathers, Down
Schumacher Janis Velvet 18" Pillow in Moonstone
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Janis Velvet with a self welt finish. This handsome update of a traditional pattern features a scaled-up velvet vermicelli design against a jacquard ground. Pill...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Schumacher Venetian Silk Velvet in Mink 24" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Venetian Silk Velvet with a knife edge finish. The ultimate in sumptuous luxury, our gorgeous silk velvet has an unbelievably lush hand and a wonderful luster. P...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American 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.
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