Modern Wallpaper
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Schumacher x Celerie Kemble Tortoise Wallpaper in Natural
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Tortoise is an imaginative take on one of the natural world's most dazzling materials. It's at once Classic and utterly of-the-moment.
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our fa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Schumacher Toile de Fleurs Wallpaper in Delft
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully detailed twisting branches and flowers form an all-over ogee in this timeless pattern. Based on a copper plate engraving, it has a lovely delicacy.
Since Schumacher wa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Schumacher Pyne Hollyhock Floral Chintz Blush Wallpaper
Located in New York, NY
This chintz pattern was famously used by designer Albert Hadley for his client Nancy Pyne. It's one of our most sought-after designs.
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our fami...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Schumacher Linen & Paperweave Wallpaper In Natural
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This handsome, open weave of multi-width linen and paper fibers allows the paper ground to show through and creates an unusually sophisticated, dimensional look.
• Sold in 8 yard in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South Korean Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Linen
Schumacher Paul Poiret Drapery Wallpaper in Bone
Located in New York, NY
This 1930 design created exclusively for Schumacher by Paul Poiret is a tour de force of trompe l'oeil: diamond tufting and hanging tassels create the effect of wall upholstery.
Po...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Schumacher Paul Poiret Drapery Wallpaper in Blue
Located in New York, NY
This 1930 design created exclusively for Schumacher by Paul Poiret is a tour de force of trompe l'oeil: diamond tufting and hanging tassels create the effect of wall upholstery.
Po...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Schumacher Feather Bloom Sisal Wallpaper In Two Blues
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Overscale blossoms in a radiating pattern make a delicate and dreamy statement. The natural sisal ground Overscale blossoms in a radiating pattern make a delicate and dreamy statemen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
Schumacher Iconic Leopard Wallpaper in Ink
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
We first introduced this sexy pattern in the 1970s. In almost a dozen colors, it's endlessly chic.
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
$378 / item
Schumacher Haruki Sisal Wallpaper In Parchment
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This classic sisal wallcovering boasts sheen, texture and an endless color palette. From chic neutrals to saturated hues, it offers a bevy of tactile options that are a sophisticated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
Schumacher Ovington Sisal Wallpaper In Sage
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
A next-level ikat pattern that feels at once ethnic and thoroughly modern.
• Sold in 8 yard increments.
• Match: Straight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
$1,176 / item
Schumacher Octavia Sisal Wallpaper in Peacock
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
An eye-catching octagonal pattern accented with Greek keys, Octavia takes on a different look depending on whether it's printed on a sisal, paperweave or metallic ground.
Since Sc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth, Paper
$1,176 / item
Schumacher Haruki Sisal Wallpaper In Sage
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This classic sisal wallcovering boasts sheen, texture and an endless color palette. From chic neutrals to saturated hues, it offers a bevy of tactile options that are a sophisticated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
$408 / item
Schumacher Snake Charmer Wallpaper in Cinder
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
An unabashedly glamorous and sexy wall covering, finished with a slight gloss that amps up the pattern’s va-va-voom appeal.
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
$378 / item
Schumacher Haruki Sisal Wallpaper In Seaglass
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This classic sisal wallcovering boasts sheen, texture and an endless color palette. From chic neutrals to saturated hues, it offers a bevy of tactile options that are a sophisticated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
Contemporary Cherry Tree Silk Panel
Located in Milano, IT
These wall coverings are built starting from a honeycomb frame on which the cotton-pad is fixed. The printed fabric covers the structure. The cotton pad below gives softness and soun...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Silk, Wood
$3,045 / item
Schumacher Haruki Sisal Wallpaper In Fog
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This classic sisal wallcovering boasts sheen, texture and an endless color palette. From chic neutrals to saturated hues, it offers a bevy of tactile options that are a sophisticated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
$408 / item
Schumacher Faubourg Wallcovering in Orange
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Equally at home in traditional and modern schemes, this chic, graphic pattern adds equestrian flair to any room.
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
$513 / item
Schumacher Haruki Sisal Wallpaper In Garnet
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This classic sisal wallcovering boasts sheen, texture and an endless color palette. From chic neutrals to saturated hues, it offers a bevy of tactile options that are a sophisticated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
$408 / item
Schumacher Shaded Silk Wallpaper in Emerald
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Made with 100% wild silk that takes the dye in a lustrous way, producing a naturally striated effect.
• Sold in 8 yard increments.
• Match: Random
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South Korean Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Silk
$1,008 / item
Loveclouds Designer Wallpaper in Amor 'Pink, White and Blush'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This hand-printed wall-covering is as simple as it is elegant! Hearts and clouds... the perfect wallpaper for your child's room, playroom or nursery.
Samples are available for $18 ...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Schumacher Onna Sisal Wallpaper In Paprika
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This sisal wallcovering is notable for its sheen, rich color palette and textural appeal, which give walls a tactile quality. Subtle variations are inherent to its natural beauty.
•...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
$504 / item
Analog Nights Screen Printed Wallpaper in Silver Cloud 'White on Silver Mylar'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This best-selling graphic wallpaper is available to order by the roll or sample—the perfect décor for kids, adult, your home or business.
Samples a...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Floral dream Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Transform your home into a dreamlike setting with our new designer wallpapers , .embrace the magical colours and bold patterns.
Special collections. Unique design. Worldwide shippin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric
Contemporary Hummingbirds Silk Panel
Located in Milano, IT
These wall coverings are built starting from a honeycomb frame on which the cotton-pad is fixed. The printed fabric covers the structure. The cotton pad below gives softness and soun...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Silk, Wood
$3,045 / item
Faunus Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Transform your home into a dreamlike setting with our new designer wallpapers , .embrace the magical colours and bold patterns.
Special collections. Unique design. Worldwide shippin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric
Idillium Avio Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Transform your home into a dreamlike setting with our new designer wallpapers , .embrace the magical colours and bold patterns.
Special collections. Unique design. Worldwide shippin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric
Idillium Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Transform your home into a dreamlike setting with our new designer wallpapers , .embrace the magical colours and bold patterns.
Special collections. Unique design. Worldwide shippin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric
Schumacher Onna Sisal Wallpaper In Ivory
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This sisal wallcovering is notable for its sheen, rich color palette and textural appeal, which give walls a tactile quality. Subtle variations are inherent to its natural beauty.
•...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
$504 / item
"72 KŌ, Geishi-Ayame” Silk Panel by Ginette Caron / Masami Moriyama
Located in Milano, IT
According to the Japanese tradition, the year is divided into 24 periods and 72 kos, each one representing one of the small transitions that the Nature undergoes during a year. This ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Silk, Wood
Tropical Couture Red Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Transform your home into a dreamlike setting with our new designer wallpapers , .embrace the magical colours and bold patterns.
Special collections. Unique design. Worldwide shippin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric
1980 Eugenio Carmi Italian Abstract Art Silk Tapestry
Located in Brescia, IT
Wall Tapestry
Eugenio Carmi
Italy, 1980
Embroidery Silk and Fabric
Some light stain (shown in the pictures)
Rare edition
Eugenio Carmi (Genoa 1920- Lugano 2016). He studied in Tur...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric, Silk
"Etudes" Silk Panel by Roger Selden
Located in Milano, IT
“My work is a sort of “fight for the image” of which the gesture and the color are the protagonists.
Color is space, time and light at the same time.”
Roger Selden
This piece is cra...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Silk, Wood
$3,297 / item
Wild Nature Leopard Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Transform your home into a dreamlike setting with our new designer wallpapers , .embrace the magical colours and bold patterns.
Special collections. Unique design. Worldwide shippin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric
Rupert Bevan Madame Rose Wallpaper
By Rupert Bevan
Located in London, GB
Perfect for a signature wall or a complete room this fun wallpaper has done nothing but make us smile, encapsulating the personality of the man behind the brand.
This marble wallpa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Polyester
$160 / item
Rupert Bevan Blue Matilda Oak Wallpaper
By Rupert Bevan
Located in London, GB
Rupert’s marble wallpaper is available with a vinyl or woven base.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Polyester
$160 / item
Geometric Leaves Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Transform your home into a dreamlike setting with our new designer wallpapers , .embrace the magical colours and bold patterns.
Special collections. Unique design. Worldwide shippin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric
"Capriccio" Silk Panel by Roger Selden
Located in Milano, IT
“My work is a sort of “fight for the image” of which the gesture and the color are the protagonists.
Color is space, time and light at the same time.”
Roger Selden
This piece is cra...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Silk, Wood
$3,297 / item
Handpainted Wallpaper "Bamboo"
By Buenaventura
Located in Madrid, ES
This charming and sophisticated wall decoration has been entirely hand-painted on 100% natural cotton paper, using the sumi-e technique inspired by ancient Korean paintings. Particul...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Cotton, Acrylic, Paper
Schumacher Komodo Wallpaper in Sepia
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Komodo's luminous, shimmering finish creates glamour and drama with an opulent edge. This pattern is also available in 54" (137 cm) width.
• Sold in 10 yard increments.
• Matc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Faux Leather
$510 / item
Contemporary Walking Leopards Silk Panel
Located in Milano, IT
These wall coverings are built starting from a honeycomb frame on which the cotton-pad is fixed. The printed fabric covers the structure. The cotton pad below gives softness and soun...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Silk, Wood
$3,045 / item
Contemporary Leopard on Tree Silk Panel
Located in Milano, IT
These wall coverings are built starting from a honeycomb frame on which the cotton-pad is fixed. The printed fabric covers the structure. The cotton pad below gives softness and soun...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Silk, Wood
$3,045 / item
Contemporary Aironi Silk Panel
Located in Milano, IT
Our collection Herons, decorative and dreamy, shows a group of herons taking flight. The contemporary colors create a new contrast with the Japanese inspired design.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Silk, Wood
Paradise Birds Indigo Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Transform your home into a dreamlike setting with our new designer wallpapers , .embrace the magical colours and bold patterns.
Special collections. Unique design. Worldwide shippin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric
Schumacher Komodo Wallpaper in Forest Green
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Komodo's luminous, shimmering finish creates glamour and drama with an opulent edge. This pattern is also available in 54" (137 cm) width.
• Sold in 10 yard increments.
• Matc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Faux Leather
$510 / item
Contemporary Waves Silk Panel
Located in Milano, IT
These wall coverings are built starting from a honeycomb frame on which the cotton-pad is fixed. The printed fabric covers the structure. The cotton pad below gives softness and soun...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Silk, Wood
$3,045 / item
Schumacher Shantung Silhouette Sisal Wallpaper In Peacock
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Classic chinoiserie motifs rethought as a modern silhouette pattern, this design brings whimsy and a fresh, graphic look to a room.
• Sold in 8 yard increments.
• Match: Half ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
Mirror Bends Turquise Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Transform your home into a dreamlike setting with our new designer wallpapers , .embrace the magical colours and bold patterns.
Special collections. Unique design. Worldwide shippin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric
Faunus Deep Green Wall Paper in Fabric also suitable for wet area
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Transform your home into a dreamlike setting with our new designer wallpapers , .embrace the magical colours and bold patterns.
Special collections. Unique design. Worldwide shippin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Fabric
Schumacher Faux Bois Wallpaper in Silver Moon
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
A loose, stylized wood-grain pattern, Faux Bois adds effortless polish to a room without overpowering it. A hint of iridescence gives it extra panache.
Since Schumacher was founded ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Claude Viallat - Acrylic on wallpaper
By Claude Viallat
Located in PAU, FR
Claude Viallat, Acrylic on wallpaper from 2001.
There is the certificate of the workshop
103 x 53 cm
124 x 74 cm with frame
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Acrylic
Cactus Spirit Screen Printed Wallpaper in Sphinx 'Metallic Gold on White'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give your home a taste of the Southwest with this graphic, oversized cactus repeat! This pattern combines saguaros, aloe, agave, peyote, prickly pear, San Pedros and more, the perfec...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Schumacher by Caroline Hurley Sepiessa Wallpaper Mural in Stone
Located in New York, NY
Based on a painted and collaged artwork by Caroline Z Hurley, Sepiessa is a two-panel set; the full repeat measures 108" x 12'. It's printed on a ground with a toothy, vellum look.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Jungle Dream Designer Wallpaper in Lily 'Grey-Blue and Blush'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Get lost in this nocturnal fantasy jungle-scape! Flora and fauna combine to create the ultimate dreamy pattern.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message u...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Cactus Spirit Designer Wallpaper in Kelly 'Green and Pale Grey'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give your home a taste of the Southwest with this graphic, oversized cactus repeat! This pattern combines saguaros, aloe, agave, peyote, prickly pear, San Pedros and more, the perfec...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Astrobots Designer Wallpaper in Glimmer 'Metallic Silver on Soft White'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wall-covering with a galactic scene has Robots in outer space, rocket ships & more... the perfect wallpaper for your child's room.
Samples are available for $18 including US sh...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Cactus Spirit Designer Wallpaper in Fuzz 'Champagne Pink and White'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give your home a taste of the Southwest with this graphic, oversized cactus repeat! This pattern combines saguaros, aloe, agave, peyote, prickly pear, San Pedros and more, the perfec...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Clay, Paper
Schumacher Les Bambous Sisal Botanical Hand Printed Wallpaper in Fog
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This chic pattern imparts a glamorous, exotic air to a room.
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous with style, taste, and innovation. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Schumacher x Porter Teleo Filigree Wallpaper in Navy
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Known for their abstract, painterly designs, Porter Teleo outdid themselves with Filigree- a fresh, modern pattern that has unmistakable sensuality.
Si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
$2,010 / item
Nymph Screen Printed Wallpaper in Snow Stone White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Nymph wallpaper is from a drawing that Michele did of the very special room in the house where she grew up in Detroit, that had trompe l'oeil figures in a garden painted on all i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Analog Nights Designer Wallpaper in Heather 'White and Mid Grey'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This best-selling graphic wallpaper is available to order by the roll or sample—the perfect décor for kids, adult, your home or business.
Samples a...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Modern wallpaper for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern wallpaper 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 wallpaper created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, folk art, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern wallpaper 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 wallpaper, popular names associated with this style include Schumacher, Aimee Wilder, Midsummer Milano, and Maharam. 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 wallpaper differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $147 and tops out at $3,086 while the average work can sell for $408.
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