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Modern Tapestries

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Contemporary Bradfield Butterfly Tapestry
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary wool hand woven tapestry of a pink/red butterfly on a white background (Les Grandes Papillon (Pink), 2009, designed by GEOFFREY BRADFIELD)
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

LLAMAS Sheep Wool Handwoven Tapestries, Aged Bronze Wall Mount, Lapis Blue
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Handwoven sheep wool mirrored tapestries with wall-mounting lathed aged bronze bases, and stainless steel rod. Capturing the essence of the Andes, these pieces are created using anc...
Category

2010s Ecuadorean Modern Tapestries

Materials

Bronze, Stainless Steel

LLAMA Sheep Wool Handwoven Tapestry, Aged Bronze Wall Mount, Lapis Blue
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Handwoven sheep wool tapestry with wall-mounting lathed aged bronze bases, and stainless steel rod. Capturing the essence of the Andes, these pieces are created using ancient weavin...
Category

2010s Ecuadorean Modern Tapestries

Materials

Bronze, Stainless Steel

cc-tapis Patcha Square Handmade Rug in Burgundy by Patricia Urquiola - IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Patcha by Patricia Urquiola Why not talking about upcycling as a gesture? Patricia Urquiola reinterprets the change of mentality, of moving common habits and creative flows towards s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Passementerie #2, Knotted Wall Hanging, Fiber Art Tapestry by TAMAR SAMPLONIUS
Located in WARMENHUIZEN, NL
Hand knotted fiber art sculpture by Tamar Samplonius, inspired by the centuries old tradition of passementerie. SIZE - Width: 45 cm (18″) - Height: 50 cm (20″) MATERIALS - Cotton ...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Tapestries

Materials

Cotton, Wood

cc-tapis Stroke 2.0 Handmade Nude Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stroke by Sabine Marcelis The Stroke collection was really about creating a singular gesture as a rug. Measures: 8.2' x 7.9'. A simple brush stroke which highlights the extraordinary...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Post-War French Aubusson Geometric Tapestry
Located in Queens, NY
French Post-War Design (1970s) Aubusson tapestry/rug with a light blue background and a yellow & black geometric and stylized pattern. (6.33 x 9.5')
Category

20th Century French Modern Tapestries

Materials

Fabric

cc-tapis Cultivate Chevron Mint Rug in Himalayan Wool by Yuri Himuro - IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cultivate Collection by Yuri Himuro. This rug’s idea is from my SNIP SNAP collections. SNIP SNAP is a jacquard weaving textile that allows you to snip and snap with scissors to arran...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

cc-tapis Stroke 2.0 Handmade Nude Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis - IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stroke by Sabine Marcelis The Stroke collection was really about creating a singular gesture as a rug. A simple brush stroke which highlights the extraordinary craftsmanship of woven...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

CENTRO Sheep Wool Handwoven Tapestry, Aged Bronze Wall Mount, Ivory & Black
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Handwoven sheep wool tapestry with wall-mounting lathed aged bronze bases, and stainless steel rod. Capturing the essence of the Andes, these pieces are created using ancient weavin...
Category

2010s Ecuadorean Modern Tapestries

Materials

Bronze, Stainless Steel

Contemporary Black and White Bradfield Leopard Tapestry
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary wool black and white hand woven tapestry of a seated leopard ("THE BIG FIVE: LEOPARD", 2011, designed by GEOFFREY BRADFIELD) (Related item: BRA019, BRA020, BRA021, BRA02...
Category

20th Century Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wood

cc-tapis Mimic Mindscape Handmade Rug in Wool & Silk by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mindscape by Mae Engelgeer the Mindscape rugs imagining a tranquil space, another universe, an escapism, a spiritual discovery and staircase to a cosmic scenography. The collection r...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Gesture cc-tapis Stroke 1.0 Handmade Green Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stroke by Sabine Marcelis The Stroke collection was really about creating a singular gesture as a rug. A simple brush stroke which highlights the extraordinary craftsmanship of woven...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Acryl on Canvas, Noor Knip, 1990
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Colorful and playful painting by Noor Knip in acrylic on canvas, 1990. We are in love with the work of Noor Knip and are very pleased to see that so many ...
Category

1990s Dutch Modern Tapestries

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Gesture cc-tapis Stroke 1.0 Handmade Orange Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stroke by Sabine Marcelis The Stroke collection was really about creating a singular gesture as a rug. A simple brush stroke which highlights the extraordinary craftsmanship of woven...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Gesture cc-tapis Mindscape Mimic Handmade Rug in Wool and Silk by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mindscape by Mae Engelgeer The Mindscape rugs imagining a tranquil space, another universe,? an escapism, a spiritual discovery and staircase to a cosmic scenography. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

cc-tapis Patcha Standard Rug in Mint Multicolor by Patricia Urquiola - IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Patcha by Patricia Urquiola Why not talking about upcycling as a gesture? Patricia Urquiola reinterprets the change of mentality, of moving common habits and creative flows towards s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Maïlys Seydoux-Dumas, Eastern Ecstasy, Wool Tapestry, Néolice, 2021
Located in Paris, FR
Maïlys Seydoux-Dumas, Eastern ecstasy, wool tapestry, Néolice, 2021 A wool woven tapestry figuring flowers, masks, starfishes on a pink table. Woven in...
Category

2010s French Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Gesture cc-tapis Lines Green Handmade Rug in Wool by Philippe Malouin - IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lines by Philippe Malouin. Lines began through experimenting and sketching with wax crayons. Philippe Malouin instinctively traced parallel lines and focused on the irregularity crea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

cc-tapis TCP Collection Car Park 1 in Blue by Odd Matter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nostalgia and experimentation lead the creative process responsible for the new TCP, Tonnara Car Park Collection by Dutch based studio Odd Matter. The ephemeral nature of sand became...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk

cc-tapis TCP Collection Car Park 4 Runner in Red by Odd Matter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nostalgia and experimentation lead the creative process responsible for the new TCP, Tonnara Car Park Collection by Dutch based studio Odd Matter. The ephemeral nature of sand became...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk

CENTRO Sheep Wool Handwoven Tapestry, Aged Bronze Wall Mount, Black & Ivory
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Handwoven sheep wool tapestry with wall-mounting lathed aged bronze bases, and stainless steel rod. Capturing the essence of the Andes, these pieces are created using ancient weavin...
Category

2010s Ecuadorean Modern Tapestries

Materials

Bronze, Stainless Steel

Gesture cc-tapis Patcha Runner Handmade Rug in Full Mint by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Patcha by Patricia Urquiola Why not talking about upcycling as a gesture? Patricia Urquiola reinterprets the change of mentality, of moving common habits and creative flows towards s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Caelum Stellans tapestries in Aluminium by altreforme in Limited Ed
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
“Blu di Prussia” [Prussian Blue], the name of this project, took inspiration from the fluid used in the automotive field for controls and markings on metals, in order to verify their...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Aluminum

cc-tapis Cultivate Red Handmade Rug in Himalayan Wool by Yuri Himuro - IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cultivate Collection by Yuri Himuro. This rug’s idea is from my SNIP SNAP collections. SNIP SNAP is a jacquard weaving textile that allows you to snip and snap with scissors to arran...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Cotton, Wool

LLAMA Sheep Wool Handwoven Tapestry, Aged Bronze Wall Mount, Ochre
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Handwoven sheep wool tapestry with wall-mounting lathed aged bronze bases, and stainless steel rod. Capturing the essence of the Andes, these pieces are created using ancient weavin...
Category

2010s Ecuadorean Modern Tapestries

Materials

Bronze, Stainless Steel

Gesture cc-tapis Stroke 1.0 Handmade Lilla Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stroke by Sabine Marcelis the Stroke collection was really about creating a singular gesture as a rug. A simple brush stroke which highlights the extraordinary craftsmanship of woven...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Gesture cc-tapis Stage Mindscape Handmade Rug in Wool and Silk by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mindscape by Mae Engelgeer The Mindscape rugs imagining a tranquil space, another universe,? an escapism, a spiritual discovery and staircase to a cosmic scenography. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

cc-tapis TCP Collection Car Park 2 in Lime by Odd Matter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nostalgia and experimentation lead the creative process responsible for the new TCP, Tonnara Car Park Collection by Dutch based studio Odd Matter. The ephemeral nature of sand became...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk

cc-tapis Cultivate Chevron Rug in Himalayan Wool by Yuri Himuro - IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cultivate Collection by Yuri Himuro. This rug’s idea is from my SNIP SNAP collections. SNIP SNAP is a jacquard weaving textile that allows you to snip and snap with scissors to arran...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Gesture cc-tapis Mindscape Scope Handmade Rug by Mae Engelgeer - IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mindscape by Mae Engelgeer The Mindscape rugs imagining a tranquil space, another universe,? an escapism, a spiritual discovery and staircase to a cosmic scenography. The collection ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk

LLAMA Sheep Wool Handwoven Tapestry, Aged Bronze Wall Mount, Ivory
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Handwoven sheep wool tapestry with wall-mounting lathed aged bronze bases, and stainless steel rod. Capturing the essence of the Andes, these pieces are created using ancient weavin...
Category

2010s Ecuadorean Modern Tapestries

Materials

Bronze, Stainless Steel

Bobyrug’s Beautiful New Hand Knotted, modern Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a stunning contemporary rug, a wonderful piece with modern abstract design, this rug boasts pretty colors. Crafted with precision, and is entirely hand-knotted using a bl...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Beautiful New Hand Knotted, modern Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a stunning contemporary rug, a wonderful piece with modern abstract design, this rug boasts pretty colors. Crafted with precision, and is entirely hand-knotted using a bl...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Beautiful New Hand Knotted, modern Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a stunning contemporary rug, a wonderful piece with modern abstract design, this rug boasts pretty colors. Crafted with precision, and is entirely hand-knotted using a bl...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Beautiful New Hand Knotted, modern Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a stunning contemporary rug, a wonderful piece with modern abstract design, this rug boasts pretty colors. Crafted with precision, and is entirely hand-knotted using a bl...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Beautiful New Hand Knotted, modern Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a stunning contemporary rug, a wonderful piece with modern abstract design, this rug boasts pretty colors. Crafted with precision, and is entirely hand-knotted using a bl...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk, Cotton

cc-tapis Stroke 2.0 Handmade Yellow Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis - IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stroke by Sabine Marcelis the Stroke collection was really about creating a singular gesture as a rug. A simple brush stroke which highlights the extraordinary craftsmanship of woven...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Contemporary The Hunt tapestries in Aluminium by altreforme
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
"The Hunt" is a whimsical exploration of love and creativity where thin sheets of aluminum are used as a canvas to create beautiful three-dimensional naturalistic decorations, inspir...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Aluminum

cc-tapis Stroke 1.0 Handmade Lilla Rug in Wool by Sabine Marcelis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stroke by Sabine Marcelis The Stroke collection was really about creating a singular gesture as a rug. Measures: 5.2' x 9.8'. A simple brush stroke which highlights the extraordinary...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

LLAMAS Sheep Wool Handwoven Tapestries, Aged Bronze Wall Mount, Black, Set of 2
Located in Quito, Pichincha
Handwoven sheep wool mirrored tapestries with wall-mounting lathed aged bronze bases, and stainless steel rod. Capturing the essence of the Andes, these pieces are created using anc...
Category

2010s Ecuadorean Modern Tapestries

Materials

Bronze, Stainless Steel

Contemporary Tapestry Wall Panel Embroidery Portal
Located in London, GB
Beautiful hand embroidered wall panel made with metallic thread and partially quilted. The artist used gold, bronze, and different tones of sil...
Category

2010s British Modern Tapestries

Materials

Metallic Thread

cc-tapis Lines Blue Handmade Rug in Himalayan Wool by Philippe Malouin -IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lines by Philippe Malouin lines began through experimenting and sketching with wax crayons. Philippe Malouin instinctively traced parallel lines and focused on the irregularity creat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Arpeggi by Nathalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Arpeggi by Nathalie Van der Massen Dimensions: 100 x h 70 cm Materials: Brass, bio cotton. Technique: Manually woven. Hand-crafted. Arpeggi is a woven tapestry that plays wit...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Tapestries

Materials

Brass

cc-tapis Patcha Runner Handmade Standard Rug by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Patcha by Patricia Urquiola Why not talking about upcycling as a gesture? Patricia Urquiola reinterprets the change of mentality, of moving common habits and creative flows towards s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

CC Tapis Cultivate Chevron Handmade Rug in Himalayan Wool by Yuri Himuro
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cultivate collection by Yuri Himuro This rug’s idea is from my SNIP SNAP collections. SNIP SNAP is a jacquard weaving textile that allows you to snip and snap with scissors to arrang...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

cc-tapis Patcha Standard Handmade Rug in Burgandy by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Patcha by Patricia Urquiola Why not talking about upcycling as a gesture? Patricia Urquiola reinterprets the change of mentality, of moving common habits and creative flows towards s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

cc-tapis Cultivate Chevron Handmade Rug by Yuri Himuro - IN STOCK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cultivate Collection by Yuri Himuro. This rug’s idea is from my SNIP SNAP collections. SNIP SNAP is a jacquard weaving textile that allows you to snip and snap with scissors to arran...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Nice New Ikat Design Handwoven Cotton Kilim Rug size 6ft 6in x 9ft 10in
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful new Kilim with nice modern design with ikat style and beautiful colors, entirely handwoven with cotton on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Cotton

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Beautiful New Modern Hand Knotted, Abstract Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice contemporary abstract design rug with beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Nice Modern Abstract Design Knotted Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful contemporary rug with a beautiful design and light colors, entirely hand knotted with Tibetan knots with wool and silk velvet on cotton foundation.
Category

2010s Indian Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Modern tapestries for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern tapestries 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 tapestries created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, rugs and carpets, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern tapestries made in a specific country, there are Asia, South Asia, and India pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original tapestries, popular names associated with this style include cc-tapis, sicis, Geraldine Larkin, and Patricia Urquiola. 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 tapestries differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $150 and tops out at $79,000 while the average work can sell for $7,449.

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