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Modern Pillows and Throws

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Red Vine Brocade Silk Pillow with Feather Down
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vine red embroidered brocade silk throw pillow with feather down insert.
Category

1990s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Schumacher x David Kaihoi Tutsi Ivory Cotton Linen Lumbar Pillow
By Schumacher, David Kaihoi
Located in New York, NY
The face of this 12" x 20" pillow features Tutsi in Ivory paired with Piet Performance Linen in Flax on the back. A hardwearing yet sophisticated heavyweight velvet, Tutsi combines A...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

IRIS Dry Green Velvet Deluxe Fringed 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 with...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Schumacher Bee Epingle Red Black Cotton Velvet Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 11" x 16" pillow features Bee Epingle in Red paired with Gainsborough Velvet in onyx. Epingle gets a contemporary update with a needlepoint-esque bee pattern that can skew uprig...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet, Nylon, Polyester

HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Yellow with Cream Fringes
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 Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Happy Pillow Svezia Wool Cushion Light Blue with Multicolor Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
This new Edition is focused on colour being the key element, to express our mood and style. Crafted with care, this refined and selected edition is a perfect balance to traditional a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Schuamcher Francestown Coverlet 20" Pillow in Navy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Francestown Coverlet with a knife edge finish. Woven on a traditional handloom, Francetown Coverlet in navy features a popular 18th-century geometric motif that ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wood

Temara Embroidered Print Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Temara Embroidered Print with a knife edge finish. This exotic beauty is printed by hand on a linen-jute ground and embellished with hand-guided embroidery. Back...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Oversized Down/Feather Pillow w Quilted Cat Pattern and Faux Fur Trim
Located in Greenwich, CT
Oversized throw pillow with down/feather insert. Quilted cat velvet on face, cotton matte velvet back and faux fur trim. Pillow is understuffed ...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Down, Feathers

Opala pink Set of 2 Scalloped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushion, designed to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Schumacher Rolling Hills in Blues 18 x 12" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rolling Hills with a knife edge finish. Charming animals gambol within a naïve landscape in this whimsical full-coverage print. This design preserves the rustic ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher x Timothy Corrigan Anjou Stripe Emerald Linen Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher, Timothy Corrigan
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 Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Schumacher Janis Velvet 18x12" Pillow in Moonstone
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 Pillows and Throws

CITRINO Blue Sand Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Round Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Turquoise with Pink Fringes
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 Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Rad Plaid Regatta Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Weitzner satin jacquard plaid design fabric makes for a fun, playful ball accent pillow. Stuffed firmly with a feather down blend. Ball can be made in any fabric. Ask for current ava...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Satin

Schuamcher Rosina Floral 16" Pillow in Marigold
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rosina Floral with a knife edge finish. Featuring a unique woven rosebud pattern, Rosina Floral in cornflower is an appealing dimensional design with an embroide...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Charco Handloom Throw / Blanket Black Organic Cotton Checks Pattern
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Charco is a organic cotton throw / blanket is handwoven by master weavers in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Vario...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Yarn, Cotton

Daisy taupe fringe set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
These ivory white decorative pillows are ethically produced by small family run business, hand-made by skilled portuguese artisans with top quality cotton velvet. Each piece is uniq...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Avocado Green Warm Hues Hand Woven Hand Knotted Textured Artisanal Merino Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
A quiet reflection of the walk in the woods with bold contrasting color choices and textural details all created meticulously by expert artisans is what Avacado Throw is all about. M...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Yarn

Red Fox Suede Bed runner by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A natural Red Fox fur and Suede bed runner. The meticulously studied patchwork-style design make this piece is unique, resulting in a decor piece perfect to add colour and character ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Double Green Cushion
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
The geometrical shape of this elegant cushion is adorned with a stunning cover that is sophisticated and fresh, adding a delicate decorative accent to a modern living room. The con...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Happy Linen Pillow Striped White Light Pink with Light Pink Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
LO DECOR Happy Linen Pillow the perfect accent piece for an easy style update, this cushion makes a chic accent for any well-decorated home, adding charm to a bed, sofa, or your favo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Schumacher Cheetah Velvet 20" Pillow in Java
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 Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Lime with Cream Fringes
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 Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

HAPPY PILLOW 40 Velvet Yellow with Pink Fringes
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 Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Major Collection Cushion Velvet with Fringes Blue
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
With double soft padding the Major Collection is a stunning addition to a luxury classic or contemporary interior and a perfect piece to pair with the other cushions of LO Décor R...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Round Soft Mohair Pillow in Camel
Located in Stockholm, SE
Round soft Mohair pillow BONBON in camel color. Size: Cover diameter 45cm, Hight: 10 cm ( inner pillow included 50cm diameter and approx. 10 cm high to get extra round ) Handmade in ...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Mohair

Round Soft Mohair Pillow in Beige 45 cm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Round soft Mohair pillow BONBON in Beige color. Size: Diameter 45cm, Hight: 10 cm ( inner pillow included 50cm diameter and approx. 10 cm high to get extra round ) Handmade in Sweden...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Mohair

Hermes Pillow H Losange, Blush Backing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric H Losange pillow, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Metic...
Category

2010s French Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Dreamscape Leophant Black Gold Embroidered Linen Cushion, Viya By Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Dreamscape Leophant Black Gold Embroidered Linen Cushion, Viya By Vikram Goyal Behold the tangible embodiment of a reverie – a whimsical collection of textiles inspired by the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Seletti Polyester Cushion by "Toiletpaper", Revolver
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 Pillows and Throws

Materials

Polyester

White Natural Cashmere Fur Large Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A design cushion made from natural cashmere fur in its purest form. The long fur, with its natural alternation between smooth and curly hair, creates a particular effect that enraptu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Turmalina brick Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
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, hand-made by skilled portuguese artisans wit...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

DAISY Cappuccino Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Round Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Inspired by the simple beauty and power of a flower, DAISY is more than just a cushion... it'...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Evil Eye Ecru Hand Embroidered Cushion Cover Small
Located in Noida, DL
Evil Eye Ecru Hand Embroidered Cushion Cover Small The collection reimagines a protective totem for your home in the form of hand-embro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Pink Fur Banket Throw Mongolian Sheepskin
Located in Dural, AU
Submerge in natural decadance with this limited edition Pink fur blanket throw created by furrier maker and designer Emily Barbara. Featuring a sumptous silky wool, with decadant fu...
Category

2010s Australian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Sheepskin

Jasper Rose and Camel Ruffled - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushions, designed to bring beauty, positive...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Topazio Brick and Camel Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems and precious stones, these cushions embody elegance and subtle luxury: polished beauty with a quiet, powerful presence. A talisman for the ho...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

GEMMA Curry yellow Ivory Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
A talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. This decorative throw pillow is ethically produced by small family run business, handmade by skilled portuguese artisan...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Rubelita Pink and Brick Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
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, hand-made by skilled portuguese artisans wit...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

GEMMA Pink Brick DAISY Brick - Set of 4 Cotton Velvet Pillows
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with this set of 4 cushions, true talismans for your home that will bring beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cu...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Rubelita II Brown Cobalt Blue 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, hand-made by skilled portuguese artisans wit...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Frameworks, Rust Mod Cloth Woven Pillow
Located in Dallas, TX
This pillow is the perfect accent to any room. The vintage mod cloth fabric with down fill is ultra comfortable . Add a splash of personality to any space with this original pillow f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Textile, Down

AMAZONITE Stone Green Rubi Striped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Dreamscape Blue Embroidered Mounds Cushion Cover Small
Located in Noida, DL
Dreamscape Blue Embroidered Mounds Cushion Cover Small Behold the tangible embodiment of a reverie – a whimsical collection of textiles inspired by the 17th-century Rajput manuscrip...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Silica Chalk Off White And Gray Stripes Pattern Handwoven Merino Modern Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Silica Chalk Off White Throw is a contemporary take on combining stripes & checks pattern in a serene color palette of dusty rose salmon and grays. Fine detail of hand weaving is do...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Yarn

Jasper Brown and Blue Ruffled - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushions, designed to bring beauty, positive...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Dreamscape Red Embroidered Cushion A Large, Viya By Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Dreamscape Red Embroidered Cushion A Large, Viya By Vikram Goyal Behold the tangible embodiment of a reverie – a whimsical collection of textiles inspired by the 17th-century Rajput...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Opala Petrol Blue Scalloped Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushion, designed to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Gold Indigo Blue Inkblot Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Gold velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Inkblot pattern with gray linen backing. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measur...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet, Linen

Fluorite Cloudy Blue Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillow
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushion, designed to bring beauty, positive ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Shearling Sheepskin Dark Blue Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
This cushion is handcrafted in our Atelier in Italy using only the best materials, starting from real Shearling Sheepskin fur. Its particular look allows this piece to both stand out...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Selenita Yellow Curry Fringed Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
Inspired by the allure of crystals, gems, and precious stones, this luxurious velvet cushion will spark and spread beauty, positive energies, and comfort throughout your living space...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Bespoke set of Handwoven Throw Pillows
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of bespoke pillows is handmade from 100% natural materials in the maker's studio in Brooklyn, NY. The wool is sourced from a village south Oaxaca, a blend of merino and chu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Sheep Pillow by Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep Pillow designed by Studio Ahead in a collaboration with JG SWITZER. Textured like stones smoothed by water the felted wool fabric is a mix of loca...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Felt, Silk

Silica Rose Stripes Pattern Soft Handwoven Merino Modern Artisanal Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Silica Rose Throw is a contemporary take on combining stripes & checks pattern in a serene color palette of dusty rose salmon and grays. Fine detail of hand weaving is done meticulo...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Yarn

IRIS pink Velvet Deluxe Fringed 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 with...
Category

2010s Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Zebra Hide Throw Pillows, A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
20th Century Genuine Zebra Hide Throw Pillows With Tail Accent, and will make a rare and eye-catching accent for sofas, chairs or beds. Pillows feature striking black and white strip...
Category

20th Century American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Zebra Hide

Jasper Blue Brown - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Frilled Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Elevate your home’s ambiance with our handcrafted cushions, designed to bring beauty, positive...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Modern pillows and throws for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern pillows and throws 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 pillows and throws 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 pillows and throws 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 pillows and throws, 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 pillows and throws 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 $315.

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