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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Handwoven Wool Rug / Kilim, Grey & Jewel Tone, Natural Dye, by Andrew Boos
By Andrew Boos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This rug is a one of a kind heirloom piece. Inspired by light and movement, the asymmetrical design is meant to enhance the flow of any space. With references to both Art Deco and co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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
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
Memories of a Panorama 04 Wall Hanging
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Original artwork from Kiki van Eijk.
These tapestries are reminiscent of Dutch landscapes in which the center of each piece is a tree, woven from gold thread. Each panorama aims to ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Bespoke Yellow and Grey Wool Handwoven Rug or Kilim, Natural Dye
By Andrew Boos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by the physics of light and motion. This abstract design creates both a sense of movement and stability. The asymmetrical design is meant to reinforce our contemporary use o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Wallhanging Holiday House
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Kiki van Eijk develops an iconographic alphabet of wall hangings that bring a contemporary twist to the tradition of wall tapestries.
The focus of the piece is designed by cutting a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Wallhanging Town House
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Kiki van Eijk develops an iconographic alphabet of wall hangings that bring a contemporary twist to the tradition of wall tapestries.
The focus of the piece is designed by cutting a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Memories of a Panorama 01 Wall Hanging
By Kiki & Joost
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Original artwork from Kiki van Eijk.
These tapestries are reminiscent of Dutch landscapes in which the center of each piece is a tree, woven from gold thread. Each panorama aims to ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Wallhanging Family House
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Kiki van Eijk develops an iconographic alphabet of wall hangings that bring a contemporary twist to the tradition of wall tapestries.
The focus of the piece is designed by cutting a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Leo Rydell Jost Contemporary Nepal Wool Handmade Carpet
Located in Madrid, ES
“Veggie Reap” model carpet designed by Leo Rydell Jost.
This carpet is part of "Botanic and Landscape" rugs collection.
Handmade of 100% Nepal wool. U...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Fabric Tapestry with Artistic Rug Design Upholstered Panel on Demand
Located in London, GB
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 constant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tapestries
Materials
Silk, Polyester
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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