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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Light Sage Green Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Hand sewn ball pillow is made in a soft light sage velvet fabric by Kravet firmly stuffed with down feathers. Can be customized in any fabric and size adjustments. Ask for current av...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schuamcher Merrifield Sampler 20" Pillow in Document
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Merrifield Sampler with a box edge finish. Based on hand-drawn art created in our studio and inspired by early American samplers...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wood

Dark Brown Silk Cushions with Pleated Band Detail Square Size
Located in Hamburg, DE
One pair of silk cushions color dark brown with pleated band detail on the front panel, front and back panel in silk taffeta hand woven, band detail silk taffeta embossed by steam pl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Schumacher Santa Monica Ikat in Netural 26 x 15" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Santa Monica Ikat by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a Knife Edge finish. This artisanally crafted pattern puts a fresh spin o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Mohair Blanket Petrol Woven of Mohair and Wool by Catharina Mende
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed in Berlin by Catharina Mende, woven of 50% mohair, 48% Wool, 2% polyamide in Spain: This Petrol flattering and warming fluffy mohair blanket is the perfect companion for eve...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Schumacher Kata 20" Pillow in Camel with Black
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Kata with a knife edge finish. An abstract take on a Tibetan tiger pattern, denim-colored Kata is a fabulous, upholstery weight, flat weave fabric with a little ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Montecito Medallion 20" Pillow in Leaf Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Montecito Medallion by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a self welt finish. This stunning large-scale medallion in leaf green evokes timeless motifs from India ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Brimfield 20" Pillow in Cinder
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Brimfield with a knife edge finish. Inspired by a vintage textile we found at the famed Brimfield Antique Flea Market, this exceedingly soft and intricate woven ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wood

Shumacher Blair Silk Épinglé 16x12" Pillow in Wythe Rose
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Blair Silk Épinglé with a knife edge finish. A truly extraordinary velvet derived from a fragment of an 18th-century men's suit worn in Williamsburg, Worcester b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Steve Chase Designed Modern Ikat Throw Pillows (Total 8 Available)
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Set of 4 throw pillows designed by the late Steve Chase. He picked a beautiful bright, modern Ikat print for a living room in Palm Springs, CA. I belie...
Category

1990s North American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

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

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Marguerite Embroidery Sky Linen Wool Pillow
Located in New York, NY
The face of this 9" x 14.5" pillow features Marguerite Embroidery in Sky paired with Savannah Linen in Ocean on the back. Happy and humble, Marguerite embroidery is an irregular hand...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Linen

Embroidered Grass Design Blue Navy Velvet Fabric Purple Trim Lumbar Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece) Overall: 24”W x 8”D x 12”H Price As Shown: $1,410 as a pair Customization may change the price. How We Work: Made to order by Connecticut-based furniture design ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet, Down, Feathers

Schuamcher Polka Dot Pony 18" Pillow in Blue
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Polka Dot Pony. Inspired by a midcentury pattern in our archive, Polka-Dot Pony in blue is a charming, whimsical design with modern appeal. Rows of stylized equi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wood

Daisy II brick fringe and white 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 Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Eye Cotton Cushion Blue
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
The eye is one of the symbol of shetering and protection we love to play with colors so we created a selection of "Eyes" cushions in different colors to wamr up your place.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Hand-embroidered Eye Cotton Pillow - White
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Add intrigue and personality to your space with our cotton cushion featuring a beautifully hand-embroidered eye design. Perfect for layering on a sofa or bed, this is an eye-catching...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Colonial Crewel Pillow in Document
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Colonial Crewel with a knife edge finish. The scene of animals in nature is enhanced by this beautiful embroidery. Back of pillow features Piet Performance Linen...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Schumacher x Clements Ribeiro Fernarium Green Black Cotton Pillow
By Clements Ribeiro, Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The face of this 20" x 20" pillow features Fernarium in Green & Black, paired with Blake Polished Cotton in Onyx on the back. Familiar fern fronds get a fashionable update in this ex...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Lisboa Velvet 20" Pillow in Gold
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lisboa Velvet. This unique, labyrinthine pattern was inspired by Portuguese tilework. Its winding, linear motif has a striking, large scale and a subtle, metallic sheen. Pillow is finished with a welt in Gustave Silk Lip Cord...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Striped Textured Wool Linen blend Pillow in Blue 70x40cm.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striped mixed textured wool and linen blend pillow BIM in Blue and Grey colors. Size 70x40 cm Handmade in Sweden. Composition front: 33%LI, 32%WO, 26%CO, 5%PES, 2%PC, 1%PA, 1%VI. ...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Linen, Down

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Rose Pink Indigo Blue Stripe Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Striped 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 Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Double Brick Red 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 contrasting color and aesthetic balance of this accent piece make it the perfect throw accent to a sofa and armchair in a living room or private study. Entirely handmade, LO DECOR proposes DOUBLE OPTICAL and a DOUBLE VELVET - opaque and iridescent velvet on the front and iridescent on the back - in the nuances of: brick...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schuamcher Rosina Floral 18" Pillow in Cornflower
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 Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Printed Velvet Pillow Smudge Rose
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A luxury handmade decorative throw pillow made of printed cotton velvet front and solid Belgian linen back, great for adding comfort and casual, laid-back style to a contemporary liv...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Printed Linen Pillow Gum Drop Sepia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A luxury handmade decorative throw pillow made of printed Belgian linen, great for adding comfort and casual, laid-back style to a contemporary living room, bedroom or lounge. Belgia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Classic Wool Linen Blend Bouclé Pillow in Blue 60x60 cm.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Classic Wool Linen Blend Bouclé Pillow BAMBI in Blue color. Size 60x60 cm Handmade in Sweden. Composition front: 51%WO, 22%LI, 16%PL, 11% CO. Made in Italy Composition back: 39%CO, ...
Category

2010s Swedish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Linen, Down

Schumacher Sabi Tiger Velvet 24x12" Pillow in Java
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Sabi Tiger Velvet with a knife edge finish. Sabi Tiger Stripe in java is a wildly chic abstract animal pattern and a go-to fabric that traverses decorative style...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Hedgehog Pillow in Duck Egg Brown, 27x14"
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Hedgehog by Neisha Crosland with a knife edge finish. Neisha Crosland was inspired by a botanical design on a Japanese ceramic plate...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Artigianale Italian Handwoven Black White 47" Oversized Floor Pillow
Located in New York, NY
These custom pillows in our Artigianale collection are a marriage of old world craftsmanship and modern design sensibility. Handwoven and crafte...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Down, Feathers, Wool, Cotton

Extra Large Reversible Throw Pillow with Orange Stripes, Ikat Dots and Leaves
Located in Greenwich, CT
Get cozy with our extra large dream pillow. This reversible pillow features two stunning fabrics by Manuel Canovas. One side is a lush tropical leaf print and the other is an orange ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Marion Velvet 16x12" Pillow in Sepia
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Marion Velvet Tape with a knife edge finish. A scrolling leaf pattern in jacquard cut velvet gives this champagne-colored accessory a luster that's positively lu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Rolling Hills 20" Pillow in Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rolling Hills with a self welt finish. Charming animals gambol within a naïve landscape in this whimsical full-coverage print. This design preserves the rustic s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Beasts Pillow in Blue and Green, 22"
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Beasts Indoor/Outdoor by Happy Menocal. Happy Menocal's Beasts Indoor/Outdoor is animated by a carnival of exotic creatures and fanc...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Downtown Pillow in Blues, 16"
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Downtown by Drusus Tabor with a knife edge finish. Created in collaboration with Drusus Tabor, Downtown is a textural small-scale geometric pattern created on a ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

X Pattern Wool Square Pillows with Orange Welting and Boucle Back
Located in Greenwich, CT
Soft 100% wool pillows with Schumacher X patterned face and coordinating Pierre Frey boucle back. Contrasting Raspberry velvet piping gives them an unexpected pop! Down/Feather stuff...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Abalone, Wool

Nadira Embroidery Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Nadira Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Inspired by Moroccan needlework, Nadira Embroidery in indigo features a unique cross-stitch design on a cotton-linen ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

"Palermo" Handmade Linen/Cotton Pillow by Le Lampade
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The "Palermo" pillow is handmade and handwoven using a natural linen/cotton fabric, featuring fringe border of same material, feather and down insert with concealed zipper. 100% natu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Custis Stripe Embroidered 22 x 14" Pillow in Marigold
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Custis Stripe Embroidered Tape with a knife edge finish. Inspired by an 18th-century trim, Custis Embroidered Tape in marigold features wonderful stylized carnat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Foxglove I/O 27x14" Pillow in Neutral
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Foxglove Indoor/Outdoor by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Inspired by traditional Indian block prints, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Modern Black Macrame Decorative Kidney Pillow
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Black Macrame Decorative Pillow is a sophisticated blend of craftsmanship and modern design, measuring 23” x 13” for a sleek, elongated look that enhances any luxury inter...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Schumacher Rubia Embroidery Ivory Two-Sided Linen Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 16" x 16" pillow features Rubia Embroidery in ivory. Made on a 100% linen ground, the stylized flowers are rendered in an irregular running stitch with a subtle sheen lending it...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Schuamcher Casablanca Floral I/O 20" Pillow in Coral
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Casablanca Floral Indoor/Outdoor. Based on original hand-painted artwork, Casablanca Indoor/Outdoor in coral is an open mid-scale floral that evokes Hollywood Regency glamour. Pillow is finished with a welt in Eubie Lip Cord...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Modern Green Velvet Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
This round ball throw pillow was hand sewn at studio in Norwalk, CT. The pillow is made with a soft forest green velvet. Measurements: 9" height x 12" diameter. Disclaimer: Due to t...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Zoelie 18" Pillow in Aqua
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Zoelie with a self welt finish. Inspired by a historic document print, Zoelie fabric in aqua is a modern take on a traditional ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Double Rectangle Teal Velvet Teal and White
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 Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Striped Happy Frame Pillow Outdoor with Piping Yellow and White Water Repellent
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Transform your patio furniture easily by adding bright, luxury, water repellent outdoor cushions. The perfect finishing touch for outdoor living, your garden sofa and sun lounger, an...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Acrylic

Schumacher Colada Stripe Blue Indoor/Outdoor Two-Sided Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" indoor/outdoor pillow features Colada Stripe in Blue. It's hard to believe that natural linen can be weatherproof, but this stylish multi-color stripe resists fading, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen, Acrylic

Schumacher Piet Performance Linen Blanc Two-Sided Pillow with Juno Fringe Tape
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Piet Performance Linen in Blanc, paired with Juno Fringe trim in Cobalt & Ivory. Versatile, stylish, and in a fantastically big rainbow of hues, Piet P...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Hand Painted Silk Pillow, Abstract No.5, Peach Pink Gray
Located in New York, NY
Blush silk faille pillow dyed with magenta, orange and gray in an abstract pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-painted and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Amazing Heron Bed cover Blanket Silk Cashmere Wool
Located in London, GB
About 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 c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Silk

Schumacher Birds and Butterflies 24" Lumbar Pillow in Multi
Located in New York, NY
This 24" x 12" pillow features birds and butterflies, our celebrated and ever-popular pattern derived from a hand printed 1960s wallcovering in the Schumacher archives. Shown here in multi on white and finished with a contrast cord, whimsical creatures take flight amid twining foliage. 100% cotton. Content: 100% cotton Made with our Birds & Butterflies Fabric...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Rolling Hills 20" Pillow in Mocha
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rolling Hills with a self welt finish. Charming animals gambol within a naïve landscape in this whimsical full-coverage print. This design preserves the rustic s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Tutsi in Natural/Ivory 20 x 12" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tutsi Velvet by David Kaihoi for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Tutsi Velvet, designed by David Kaihoi, is a hard-wearing yet sophisticated heavyweight fab...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Turkish Step 20" Pillow in Brown
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Turkish Step by David Kaihoi for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Designed by David Kaihoi, Turkish Step in brown is a handsome, low-pile chenille fabric tha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher x Johnson Hartig Jokhang Tiger Velvet Peacock Olive Two-Sided Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Jokhang Tiger Velvet in peacock and olive. Designed by Johnson Hartig, the Tibetan tiger motif is recast as a multi-dimensional stripe on a lush velvet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Polyester

Schumacher Jennie Velvet Peacock Celadon Bolster Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 7" x 21" bolster pillow features Jennie velvet in peacock & celadon. With a figurative and irregular floral pattern rendered in cut velvet, this lively woven has a decorative Vi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Polyester

Schumacher Citrus Garden I/O in Leaf 18" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Citrus Garden Indoor/Outdoor with a self welt finish. Charming and whimsical, Josef Frank's beloved 1947 print is a colorful, cheery...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Daisy taupe fringe and blue 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 Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Schumacher Faire Garden in Yellow Ivory 22" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Fairie Garden by Clements Ribeiro for Schumacher with a self welt finish. Fairie Garden in yellow-and-ivory is at first glance an exuberant and romantic floral, but it reveals a hidden universe of doll-like girls and fairies with butterfly wings. Created by London-based fashion house Clements Ribeiro and inspired by the outsider art of Henry Darger...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Modern textiles for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern textiles for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage textiles created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, seating, rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, cotton and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern textiles made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original textiles, popular names associated with this style include Schumacher, LO DECOR, Jhon Ortiz, and Studio Variously . It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for textiles differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $22 and tops out at $33,930 while the average work can sell for $320.

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