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Modern Textiles

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Modern Light Woven Decorative Kidney Pillow with Elitis Fabric
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Elitis Light Woven Pillow by MOGUL is a luxurious blend of texture and craftsmanship, showcasing the refined artistry of Elitis fabric. The intricate woven pattern combines premi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Petite Fringed Throw Blanket, Fog Gray Geometric Pattern, 40 x 54
Located in New York, NY
The Fog Gray Geo throw, petite size, perfect for toddlers or kids. Gray, pink, ochre and navy geometric print woven throw with fringe edge. Woven with recycl...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Printed Linen Pillow Winding Sienna Blush 20x20
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

Triple Cushion Velvet Brown Beige
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
The Brown collection is a refined choice for the contemporary home, where it can be combined with others of the same series for a colorful effect. The striped pattern creates a motif...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Vintage French Blouse Sleeves Pillow
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted pillow was designed by a local Chicago artist and textile historian who lovingly repurposes vintage fabrics, garments and embroidery fragments collected during her ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Pair of Pillows with a Modern Design, Priced Individually
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of pillows crafted in velvetine relief with a repeating modern design.
Category

20th Century American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Chiang Mai Dragon I/O 18" Pillow in Aquamarine
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Chiang Mai Dragon Indoor/Outdoor with a self welt finish. One of our best-loved designs, this Art Deco-inspired chinoiserie motif has been adapted into a chic ou...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Modern Cream Woven Leather Decorative Lumbar Pillow
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted from premium woven leather, this modern cream decorative lumbar pillow is a masterpiece of artisanal design and impeccable craftsmanship. Each leather panel is meticulously h...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

Modern Cream Macrame Decorative Kidney Pillow
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Modern Cream Macrame Decorative Pillow is a masterful combination of artisanal craftsmanship and contemporary elegance, designed to elevate any space with its understated sophist...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Set of 8 Decorative Pillows Pearl White Blue Swarovski by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/8 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple. Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details. 2x 908883 Rectangular pillows in pearl satin and Swarovski...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Crystal

Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Silver Gray Indigo Blue Ripple Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Silver gray silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Ripple pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measure...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Canary Yellow Indigo Blue Dash Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Canary yellow silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Dash pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measure...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Canary Yellow Indigo Blue Grid Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Canary yellow silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Grid pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measure...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Silver Gray Indigo Blue Dash Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Silver gray silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Dash pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measures ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Rose Pink Indigo Blue Ripple Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Ripple pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measures 12 x ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Multicolored Woven Pillow in Multicolor Sixteen Geometric Pattern
Located in New York, NY
The Sixteen upholstered pillow in navy, pink, ochre and gray print with light gray linen backing, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Cotton upholstered fabric woven on a jacquard loom, made in the US. Pillow measures 17 x 17 inches. This geometric patterned pillow...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Upholstery

Lumbar Pillow/Cushion-Oblong Shape with Blue/White Modern Animal Print
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Single oblong lumbar pillow/cushion in a blue and white modern version of an animal print. There are pleated corners and a blind zipper on the bottom. Feather and down inserts. The...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Textile

Chiang Mai Dragon I/O Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Chiang Mai Indoor/Outdoor with a self welt finish. One of our best-loved designs, this Art Deco-inspired chinoiserie motif has been adapted into a chic outdoor f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Venetian Silk Velvet in Mink 20" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Venetian Silk Velvet with a knife edge finish. The ultimate in sumptuous luxury, our gorgeous silk velvet has an unbelievably...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Faux Snakeskin Throw Pillows, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A chic pair of faux snakeskin throw pillows USA, 21st Century Measures: 11"W x 4"D x 11"H. Good vintage condition.
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Textile

Luft Throw 100% Baby Alpaca by Fells Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
About The Luft throw by Fells Andes is designed in San Francisco and handmade in the Andes, supporting local culture and craft. Made from 100% Royal Baby Alpaca, one of the finest,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Alpaca

QUARTZ Camel and Blue - Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Decorative Pillows
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

Fringed Cotton Throw Blanket, Navy Blue Twilight Geometric Pattern, 54 x 72
Located in New York, NY
Twilight navy geo woven throw with fringe edge. Accent colors are pink, ochre, gray. Woven with recycled cotton on a jacquard loom, made in the US. Each ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Rose Pink Indigo Blue Halo Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose 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 measures ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Loom Woven Throw Pillow, Aqua Cloud Geo
Located in New York, NY
Cloud blue geometric upholstered pillow with aqua linen backing, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Cotton upholstered fabric woven on a jacquard loom, made in the US. Pillow me...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Upholstery

Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Style #503
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Add a touch of luxury and vibrancy to your home with our Silk Velvet Cushions. Featuring a bold and colorful design on the front, these cushions bring an artistic statement to any sp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Schumacher Magical Menagerie 20" Pillow in Blush
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Magical Menagerie with a Self Welt finish. You can’t help but be charmed by blush-colored Magical Menagerie, a painterly study of flora and fauna based on an ear...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Henry Cashmere Blend Throw Milled in England
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Imported woven and milled in England from 85% lambswool and 14% cashmere from our favorite mill that has been operating since the 1700s, this bespoke raven black dyed blend is rare. Finished in our most popular raven black, this blend is made available for this season and is a limited run. Finished in our JG SWITZER signature 4" top only of raven black-colored 100% silk charmeuse. This is our "Little Henry" in a cashmere blend. Makes a special gift. Dry clean only. Dimensions: 70" x 45/50". Allow a 5-inch variance on one side but is designed to be the perfect lap blanket...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 20" Pillow in Tortoise
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Vanderbilt Velvet by Mary McDonald for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. A large-scale, linear design gives this Italian cut velvet fabric a graphic sensibili...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Bordeaux 18" Throw Pillow
Located in Medina, OH
Add some sophistication to any room with this luxurious faux silk velvet fabric, in a shimmering antique brass coloration. The throw includes a hyper-allergenic down feather insert....
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet, Down

Set of 6 Decorative Pillows Cream Mint Green 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 G700613 Rectangular decorative cushion in cream, light ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Crystal

Baby s First Blanket in Lambswool Cashmere, Monogram Gift
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Baby's first blanket is the perfect, super special baby gift. Made from a bland of lambswool (85%) and cashmere (15%) this blanket is soft and warm. Baby's first blanket will last for many generations. Blanket stitch detail is in an alpaca and silk blanket stitch. Available in Blue or Fawn. Dimensions: approximately 45" x 34". Please allow for one inch variance as these are sewn by hand. Care: Wool cycle wash and dry (only in wool cycles) or delicate /no heat or dry clean. Please specify for monogram: Three initials vs name spelled in cursive. All monogram blankets...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Alpaca

Real Fur Pillow, Truffle Brown, Authentic Toscana Sheep Fur
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Finally, a luxurious real truffle brown fur pillow you can feel good about. "Upcycled" 100% Authentic Toscana sheep fur from Spain. Versatile and luxurio...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Peacock Color Ikat Inspired Throw Pillows
Located in Greenwich, CT
Handmade throw pillows with Jim Thompson peacock color fabric on face and deep green blue velvet back. Down/feather insert and invisible zipper. Measurements: Overall: 18”W x 18”...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet, Down, Feathers

Artic White Happy Velvet Pillow with Multicolour Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
This elegant cushion from the limited-edition Artic Collection is a romantic accent piece that will make a glamorous statement in any interior decor. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Hand Embroidered Cushion with Silver Sequins on Silk Color Peppercorn
Located in Hamburg, DE
Cushion with silver sequins color antique silver, hand embroidered on the front panel, back side plain silk Bruno triplet # 68 color peppercorn, cushion size 50 x 50cm, cushion cover...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles

Materials

Silver

Shumacher Saranda Flower 20" Pillow in Marigold
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Saranda Flower and is finished with a flange in Elliott Brushed Cotton. Inspired by traditional Indian hand-block designs, this marigold-colored Saranda Flower E...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Maia Blue Embroidered Lumbar Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous Maia is featuring a blue ombre and rivers on gold and silver beading. Add this glam pillow to any room! Size : 14”x 20” Features Zipper c...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Maia Blue Embroidered Lumbar Pillow
$268 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Schumacher Isla Hand Embroidery Sky Two-Sided Cotton Linen Silk Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This 16" x 16" pillow features Isla Hand Embroidery in Sky. With its chunky embroidered rosettes on an extraordinary cotton-linen ground, this fabric captures the imperfect perfectio...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Silk

Lux Black Fur Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With beautiful quilting rows of faux fur, the Lux pillow makes a subtle, yet comfortable statement. Size: 22”x 22” Features Zipper closure Quilting rows Insert included Shape: Square Fabric: Faux Fur Care Instructions...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Faux Fur

Lux Black Fur Pillow
$181 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Natural Linen Applique Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Single natural linen pillow with an off white graphic appliqué surrounded by hand sewn glass beads. Feather/Down insert.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen, Beads

Schumacher Dixon Mohair in Vicuna 24" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Dixon Mohair Weave with a Knife Edge finish. With a brushed and felted finish, this mohair weave has a plush texture and exceptionally soft hand. It's luxurious ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

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

South American Beaver Fur 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, chequered pattern. Perfect for large so...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Schuamcher Summer Hydrangea 22" Pillow in Blush
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Summer Hydrangea with a self welt finish. A classic floral with a painterly look, Summer Hydrangea in blush is beautifully printed on a soft textured cotton-line...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Camden Cotton Check 20" x 14" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Camden Cotton Check with a fringe finish. A classic one and a half-inch buffalo check, this woven cotton is a wonderful complement t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Seletti Polyester Cushion by "Toiletpaper" - Drill
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 Textiles

Materials

Polyester

Pair of Timothy Corrigan for Schumacher Animal Print Pillows
Located in Winder, GA
Rich and lustruous-Timothy Corrigan for Schumacher's Madeleine velvet in camel is a sumptuous fabric featuring the cheetah motif in an understated and sophisticated design. Listing i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Cowtan Tout "Rajah" in Beige Pillows
Located in Winder, GA
Covered in a rich fabric by famed design house "Cowtan and Tout" in a plush tan and off white tiger ,this cover in "RAJAH would add so much elegance to any decor! It is backed in a c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Diamond Mustard Brick 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

Zaza Shapes Pillow, Ochre
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

Pair of Custom Classic Jet Black Velvet Panel with White Linen Pillows
Located in Winder, GA
So sophisticated and stunning. My workroom wizards have taken lovely woven linen in an oatmeal tone and added a wonderfully deep and stunning jet black velvet stripe down the center....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Pair of Custom Oatmeal Linen Emerald Green Velvet Stripe Pillows
Located in Winder, GA
So sophisticated and stunning. My workroom wizards have taken a lovely woven linen in an oatmeal tone and added a wonderful deep emerald green velvet stripe down the center. The back...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen, Velvet

Pair of Custom Classic Olive Green Mohair Panel With Oatmeal Linen Pillows
Located in Winder, GA
So sophisticated and stunning. My workroom wizards have taken a lovely woven linen in an oatmeal tone and added a wonderful deep olive (military green) mohair velvet stripe down the ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Mohair, Linen

Hand Woven Leather Cushion Color Bright Green Oblong Shape
Located in Hamburg, DE
HAND WOVEN CUSHION CREATED FROM VERY SOFT VEGETABLE TANNED AND DYED LEATHER IN COL. BRIGHt GREEN ON A CHAIN IN MERCERIEZED COTTON IN MATCHING COLO...
Category

2010s German Modern Textiles

Materials

Leather

FAJAS Handwoven Artisanal Sash Pillows in Olive Green Velvet by ANDEAN, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Decorative pillows with handwoven artisanal sash details from Peguche, Imbabura, and waterproof velvet or upholstery fabric. These decorative cushions are carefully hand-crafted wit...
Category

2010s Ecuadorean Modern Textiles

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Schumacher X Timothy Corrigan Florentine Velvet Emerald Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher, Timothy Corrigan
Located in New York, NY
This 20" x 20" pillow features Florentine Velvet in Emerald paired with Gustave Silk Lip Cord in Peacock. Ooh la la! This exquisite, high-style cut velvet by Timothy Corrigan...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Polyester, Velvet

Tribeca Signs Pillow
Located in Westfield, NJ
These geometric throw pillows have been ethically hand embroidered by artisans in Kashmir, India, using a traditional embroidery technique which ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Adele Stone Gold Velvet Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Relax on this rich pintucked stone velvet Adele pillow with asymmetrical gold foil stripes. Part of a beautiful new array of unique new pillows perfect ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Adele Stone Gold Velvet Pillow
$268 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Schuamcher Piña Cove I/O 18" Pillow in Aquamarine
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Piña Cove Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Based on hand-drawn artwork from our studio, Pina Indoor/Outdoor in aquamarine is a charming pineapple pattern...
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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