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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Superior Lapin Fur Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A plain Superior Lapin fur cushion that fits in every room. Using a set of these pillow in different shades of colors can really make your sofa stand out in the living room. All the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

GEMMA II Camel Rose 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 Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Safira Mustard Taupe 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Andes Topaz Pillow Hand Knitted By Peruvian Artisans in Andean Highland Wool
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Andes is the fruit of an intentional collaboration with an artisan cluster in Peru. Hand knitted only by women, these artisans are trained specially to develop this classic design by Studio Variously. Pure softest wool from Peru ( oeko tex...
Category

2010s Peruvian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Quartz I Rose Dry Green 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Quartz II Rose Dry Green 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Zaza Lumbar Pillow, Black
Located in Westfield, NJ
This geometric throw pillow has been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region. The purchas...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Safira Black Cappuccino 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans with...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

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

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Large Kora White Blend Black White Artisanal Handwoven Undyed Large Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Kora Pillow is a slightly textured handwoven pillow where our artisans have skillfully blended handspun yarns like silk, wool and organic cotton. The beauty of this pillow is in its ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Wool

Modern Artisanal Kala Black Gold Color Block Mulberry Silk Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Kala silk pillow reflects beauty in imperfect symmetry. This color block silk pillow is 100% handmade from start to finish, each piece is unique and will have a slight variation whic...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Set of 2 Leather Cushion, Exclusive Fish Leather Black Color
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Set of 2 leather cushion, exclusive fish leather black color and black back, small size 15.7 x 7.9 in. Trimmed scales. Fish leather luxury cushion. Ski...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

Bit Map Throw Blanket 03, 100% Cotton Woven Contemporary Pixel Art, 60"x80"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit map throw blanket 03 by Luft Tanaka Studio A multicolored graphic throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn based on digital pixel art created using an early bitmap drawing software from the 1980s and 1990s. Measures: 60" x 80" / 152cm x 203cm The Bit Map Series is based on digital “doodles” Luft makes using Kid Pix, a bitmap drawing software created by Craig Hickman in the 80s & 90s. Throughout the 90s, Kid Pix became a computer lab sensation in primary schools around the globe. Luft too, vividly remembers his first experiences with the the software in his kindergarten classroom, and enjoys creating with the software to this day. Graphic art generated with the vintage software are edited, converted and digitally woven to make a soft and cozy blanket...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Bit Map Series 02, Multicolor Modern Graphic Woven Wall Tapestry Throw Blanket
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit Map Series 02 by Luft Tanaka Studio A multicolored and visually striking throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn. 50" x 60" / 127cm x 152cm (custom sizes available upon request) Reversible. Opposite side has the same design with inverted colors. The Bit Map Series is based on digital “doodles” Luft makes using Kid...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Set of 3 Fur Cushion with Cotton / Down Feather Insert, Opossum
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Exclusive home accessory, custom made by order. There is not a piece same to another. The product you will receive may have differences with the product pictured as it is a natural m...
Category

2010s European Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Mohair Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Angora mohair wool rug in black and ivory. Measures: 5' x 6'7''.
Category

20th Century Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Mohair

Classic Textured Lumbar Pillow-Black, Grey and Gold Grid Design
Located in Medina, OH
Classic Textured Lumbar Pillow-Black, Grey and Gold Grid Design. Dimensions: 16"W 11"H 4"D Add a touch of modern elegance to your home decor with this stylish lumbar pillow. The p...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Polyester

Modern Earthy Striped Throw Pillow
Located in Norwalk, CT
This new accent pillow of East-meets-West design aesthetic showcases a Tibetan design with predominant Earthy Striped color. Hand-made, using either 100% premium wool. This pillow...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Hermès Custom Silk Scarf Pillow Hello Dolly by Loic Dubigeon with Hermès Box
Located in McKinney, TX
One-of-a-kind handmade custom luxury pillow crafted from a colorful and whimsical vintage "Hello Dolly" Hermès silk scarf designed by Loic Dubigeon. Fabricated using the entire scarf...
Category

20th Century French Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Modern Midnight Cliff Hand Embroidered Geometric Throw Pillow Cover
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique whic...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Tisa Black Handcrafted Shibori Print Mulberry Silk Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Indulge in luxury and elegance with Tisa Black Silk Pillow. Its one-of-a-kind geometric shibori print is meticulously handcrafted to create a symmetrical pa...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Modern Black and White Paisley Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in opulent sophistication with the Modern Black and White Paisley Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL. This pair of 22 x 22-inch pillows showcases an intricately designed paisl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

South American Beaver Fur Striped Cushion by Muchi Decor. Made in Italy
Located in Poviglio, IT
A South American Beaver fur cushion with a very soft hair and a generous size, combining creamy-white and cachà colours to create an elegant, striped pattern. Perfect for large sofa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Printed Linen Pillow Transparencies Rouge
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

Quartz I Black White 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, handmade by skilled portuguese artisans wit...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Bit Map Throw Blanket 04 by Luft Tanaka, Multicolor, Digital, cotton, 50"x60"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit map throw blanket 04 by Luft Tanaka Studio A colorful graphic throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn based on digital pixel art created using an early bitmap drawing software from the 1980s and 1990s. The cartoon like clip-art graphic makes it a perfect addition for a kid's room and grown-ups looking for a touch of 90's throwback. Measures: 50" x 60" / 127cm x 152cm Please inquire if you're interested in other sizes: 37" x 52" / 94cm x 132cm 60" x 80" / 152cm x 203cm The Bit Map Series is based on digital “doodles” Luft makes using Kid Pix, a bitmap drawing software created by Craig Hickman in the 80s & 90s. Throughout the 90s, Kid Pix became a computer lab sensation in primary schools around the globe. Luft too, vividly remembers his first experiences with the the software in his kindergarten classroom, and enjoys creating with the software to this day. Graphic art generated with the vintage software are edited, converted and digitally woven to make a soft and cozy...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Kora Black White Large Gently Textured Handwoven Natural Yarn Blend Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Kora black pillow is a slightly textured handwoven pillow where our artisans have skillfully blended hand-spun yarns like silk, wool and organic cotton. The beauty of this pillow is ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Silk, Cotton

Modern Nicole Ivory/Ebony Hand Embroidered Wool and Metallic Throw Pillow Cover
Located in Westfield, NJ
This pillow has been hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which is native to this region. The purchase of this handcrafted pill...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Sunrise Velvet Deluxe Hand-tailored Decorative Cushion
Located in Viseu, PT
There is an undeniable magic in every sunrise and sunset. A talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. This decorative pillow is ethically produced by small fam...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Diamond Earth 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 wi...
Category

2010s Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Alloy Navy Stripes Pattern Soft Merino Linen Handloom Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Alloy Throw is a modern take on combining stripes & checks pattern in a classic color palette and fine detail of hand weaving done meticulously on a handwoven textile. Each piece ...
Category

2010s Nepalese Modern Textiles

Materials

Yarn

Ombre Merino Wool Soft Blanket Throw in Yellow, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Cozy throw blankets for your home. Measurements: 51"x78" (1st Dibs measurements are for the shipping box) Merino wool blankets will keep you cozy and warm this winter. When cold weather happens, wrap yourself up in this super soft and pretty yellow Ombre Merino Wool Throw and stay cozy. This beautiful bright yellow and pale yellow ombre color...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Modern Artisanal Aakar Indigo Gold Color Block Mulberry Silk Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Aakar Indigo silk pillow reflects beauty in imperfect symmetry. This color block silk pillow is 100% handmade from start to finish, each piece is unique and will have a slight variat...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Set of 2 Leather Cushion, Exclusive Fish Leather Black Medium Size
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Set of 2 Leather Cushion, Exclusive fish leather black color and black back, medium size 15.7x15.7 in. Trimmed Scales Fish leather luxury cushion. The fish skins...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

Leather Cushion, Made with Exclusive Pirarucu Fish Leather Green Small Size
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Pirarucu fish leather cushion. Pirarucu fish comes from Brazilian food industry, it is the second largest river fish in the world after the beluga. V...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

Clarence House Cut Velvet Mihair Down Filled Pillow
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Clarence house cut velvet & mihair down filled pillow Priced each. Additional information: Materials: Feather, Velvet Color: Black Brand: C...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Blossom Cut Velvet Sapphire Throw Pillow
Located in Saint Louis, US
Elevate your space with our custom-made Blossom Cut Velvet Pillow Cover in rich Sapphire. Featuring a luxurious textured pattern, knife edge finish, and a discreet invisible zipper, ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Geometric Grid Dog Bed
Located in Westfield, NJ
We are so excited to offer dog beds in our handcrafted textiles! And they double as floor cushions! Our dog beds are ethically hand woven by artisans in Rajas...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Set of 6 Decorative Pillows Cream Black and White Lace Swarovski Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/6 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple. Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details. 2x 908928 Rectangular pillows in cream satin. Dimensions: ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Crystal

Bit Map 01, Luft Tanaka, Multicolor Graphic Woven Cotton Throw Blanket, 50"x60"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bit map series 01 by Luft Tanaka Studio A multicolored and visually striking throw blanket / wall tapestry woven out of 100 % cotton yarn. Measures: 50" x 60" / 127cm x 152cm (custom sizes available upon request) Reversible. Opposite side has the same design with inverted colors. The Bit Map Series is based on digital “doodles” Luft makes using Kid...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Yellow and Blue Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Silk

Set of 2 Leather Cushion, Exclusive Fish Leather Black Color
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Set of 2 leather cushion, exclusive fish leather black color and black back, small size 15.7 x 7.9 in. Untrimmed scales. Fish leather luxury cushion. S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

Black Modern Mohair Rug
Located in New York, NY
Modern Angora Mohair Wool Rug in Black. 4'6'' x 6'3''
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Mohair

21st Century Asian Clay Outdoor Indoor Handmade Round Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This round, low pouf is the nonchalant seat you’ve been looking for. 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic, this pouf is suitable for both indoor and outdoor, complete with a handl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Textiles

Materials

Metal

Blue Multicolor Design Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

White Lumbar Minimalist Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from modern Turkish Kilim in white. Measures: 11" x 22".
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Beige Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind pillow made from a vintage Turkish rug with cotton back. Zipper closure and foam insert provided. 16'' x 16''.
Category

20th Century Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Bertu Pillows, Tan Throw Pillow, Leather
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Leather Throw Pillow - The Mode Collection is made in the heart of Ohio, USA with a high-grade leather front and a suede back. The pattern of the stitching between the 3 leather...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather, Suede

Zebra Sulk Velvet Handmade Pillow
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Not all the pillows look the same These hand woven pillows are made out of silk velvet and will add a special touch to your homes.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Orange and Gray Lumbar Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

Bertu Pillows, White Throw Pillow, Corduroy Holiday Pillow
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Christmas Pillow - Corduroy and Leather Tassels is made in the heart of Ohio, USA with a chunky ivory corduroy on the front and back. It is complete with handmade leather tassel...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

White Fox Pillow with White Leather Backing
Located in New York, NY
White fox pillow with white leather backing. Beautifully crafted with genuine fox fur, color matching leather backing and zipper. Made to order.
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur, Leather

Multicolor Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover 20" x 20"
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquis...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

Zabihi Collection Angora Oushak Large Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an early 20th-century Turkish Oushak rug. Measures: 15'' x 22''.
Category

Early 20th Century Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Cream-Grey Boucle Kidney Pillow By MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Add a touch of cozy elegance to your space with this stylish kidney pillow, crafted in luxuriously soft bouclé fabric. The elongated silhouette offers both comfort and sophistication...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Bouclé, Wool

Schumacher Montana Wool Plaid 22" Pillow in Burgundy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Montana Wool Plaid with a knife edge finish. Montana Wool Plaid in burgundy is a fine, tightly woven houndstooth check with an overstripe that adds lovely depth ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Printed Linen Pillow Concentric Rouge 22x22
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

Multicolor Leaf Pattern Velvet Silk Ikat Pillow Cover
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing a stunning Turkish velvet ikat pillowcase, expertly handwoven from the finest silk and adorned with vibrant hand-dyed patterns. This exquisite pillowcase is a true work o...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Velvet

Pale Turkish Oushak Small Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage 20th century Turkish Oushak rug. 14'' x 16''
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Set of 5 Decorative Pillows Red Green Velvet Faux Fur by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/5 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple. Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details. 2x 910144 Square cushion in dark red velvet with green vel...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Crystal

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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