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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Barbera Cashmere Cushion Cover Black and Lime Woven Check Pattern on Ivory
Located in Hamburg, DE
1 no cushion cover, 100% cashmere from Carlo Barbera Italy, woven check pattern, color black, lime and saddle brown on ivory base, cushion size: 50 x 75cm,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Aravali Patchwork Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Aravali Patchwork with a knife edge finish. Inspired by the rich colors and tribal symbols associated with Berber rugs, Aravali Patchwork in denim-and-indigo is ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$575 / item
Schumacher Fremont Indoor/Outdoor 20" Lumbar Pillow in Blue
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Fremont Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Don’t be fooled by this rich, geometric woven stripe—it’s as durable as it is chic. With rustic blanket co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Acrylic, Polyester
Schumacher Buena Vista 22" Pillow in Indigo
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Buena Vista with a knife edge finish. A wonderful, blanket-like woven stripe that's simple yet sophisticated, Buena Vista in indigo ha...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$306 / item
Schumacher Gainsborough Velvet Raven Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 12" x 18" pillow features Gainsborough Velvet in Raven paired with trims in Maria Tape in Jet. Woven in the Netherlands, Schumacher's signature cotton velvet is available in nea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Beads
$333 / item
Pleated Silk Cushions Opal Pattern Color Dark Blue Oblong Shape
Located in Hamburg, DE
One pair silk cushions with embossed front panel in steam pleated opal pattern, handwoven silk Bruno Triplet color dark blue / bewitched, back panel silk satin color dark blue, cushi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Hand-embroidered Eye Cotton Pillow - Red
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
Shumacher Dixon Embroidered Print 25x16" Pillow in Yellow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Dixon Embroidered Print Linen with a knife edge finish. A series of stepped lines is handprinted with pigment ink on a linen ground and then embroidered along th...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Schuamcher Dazzle Ship Velvet 16" Pillow in Verdant
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Dazzle Ship Velvet by Johnson Hartig for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. An all-over three-color geometric in verdant reminiscent of Op Art patterns is rend...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Shumacher Margarete 22" Pillow in Ivory on Charcoal
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Margarete with a knife edge finish. Margarete in ivory on charcoal redefines bouclé. Woven with a superior yarn that blends wool and cotton with extra body and t...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Schumacher Threshold 20" Pillow in Carbon
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Threshold Printed Linen by Hadiya Williams for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Based on original hand-painted artwork, Hadiya Williams’ Threshold Printed Li...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$291 / item
Shumacher Margarete 20" Pillow in Ivory on Charcoal
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Margarete with a knife edge finish. Margarete in ivory on charcoal redefines bouclé. Woven with a superior yarn that blends wool and cotton with extra body and t...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Shumacher Samar Ikat Velvet 22" Pillow in Gold
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Samar Ikat Velvet with a knife edge finish. Based on an antique woven silk, this lush cotton velvet was reinterpreted as a stripe and printed, allowing for a lar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Schumacher Loulou 18" Pillow in Smoky Quartz
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Loulou. An elegant abstract design inspired by classic bargello tapestries, Loulou fabric in smoky quartz is a textural tour de force that combines several different weave structures for a stunning effect. Pillow is finished with a welt in Gustave Silk Lip Cord...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Schumacher Lillia Embroidery 20" Pillow in Olive on Neutral
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lilla Embroidery with a knife edge finish. With uncommonly large (nearly 11”) motifs, Lilla Embroidery in olive-on-neutral is a traditional design with modern le...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
LLAMA Hand Embroidered Decorative Pillows in Ochre Velvet by ANDEAN, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Decorative pillows with hand-embroidered llama motif from Zuleta, Imbabura, and waterproof velvet or upholstery fabric.
These decorative cushions are carefully hand-crafted with cot...
Category
2010s Ecuadorean Modern Textiles
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
Embroidered Cotton and Chenille Pillows
By Bolsters
Located in High Point, NC
Limited edition design pillows which is handmade in North Carolina. All USA materials. The pillow has an embroidered cotton front panel and a light ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Chenille, Cotton
$195 / item
Schumacher Tempesta Throw in Navy
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The arcs of painterly brushstrokes on our Tempesta Throw, based on a classic Schumacher pattern, create a subtle, sophisticated two-tone pattern that lets the luxury of the fibers sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
$350 / item
Silver Sequined Cushions Rectangular Hand Embroidery on Silk Color Peppercorn
Located in Hamburg, DE
1 pair of cushion with silver sequins color antique silver, hand embroidered on the front panel, back side plain silk Bruno triplet # 68 color pep...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silver
Judy Ross Textiles Tiles Hand-Embroidered Chainstitch Pillow, 18 Inch
By Judy Ross
Located in New York, NY
Judy Ross is a New York based designer and artist. Traveling in India to work as an independent textile designer, she developed a passion for the centuries-o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Coral Embroidered Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and fun coral embroidered pillow. Great addition to your boho chic inspired interiors. A few age spots but gorgeous embroidered details.
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric
Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Green leopard
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handwoven from silk velvet, this Ikat cushion brings a unique touch to your home with its rich texture and vibrant design. Perfect for adding a splash of colour to your living room, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk, Velvet
Judy Ross Textiles Fauna Hand-Embroidered Chainstitch Pillow, 18 Inch
By Judy Ross
Located in New York, NY
Judy Ross is a New York based designer and artist. Traveling in India to work as an independent textile designer, she developed a passion for the centuries-o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Metallic Thread
Shiny Blue Grey White Velvet Pillows with Gray Velvet Back
Located in Greenwich, CT
(About the Piece)
Overall: 20”W x 12”D x 20”H
Disclaimer: Due to their handcrafted nature, the final size and shape of our Ball Pillows may vary depending on the materials chosen fo...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet, Down, Feathers
Hand Embroidered Linen Pillow - Lemon
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Brighten up your space with our embroidered velvet fruit collection pillow, featuring vibrant designs of oranges, lemons, and other fruits. The intricate embroidery on a linen base a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
$137 / item
21st Century Asian Hamra Outdoor Indoor Handmade Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This beanbag is a cube shaped comfy seating solution. Kids love it and so do adults who prefer a more laid-back seating. It can be a part of your permanent living room layout or a ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Textiles
Materials
Metal
Shumacher Samar Ikat Velvet 22" Pillow in Gold
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Samar Ikat Velvet with a knife edge finish. Based on an antique woven silk, this lush cotton velvet was reinterpreted as a stripe and printed, allowing for a lar...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Happy Pillow Rectangle Green Velvet with Green Fringes
By LO DECOR
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
The contrasting chromatic scheme characterizing this cushion lends it a distinct luxe yet restrained allure. It features soft padding in polyester fiber, while its rectangular silhou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Sea Grape Bark Two-Sided Cotton Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features sea grapes in bark. A charming, painterly design of sea grapes and palms takes center stage in a screen print made using hand-mixed inks. Feather/down ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Schumacher Taylor Velvet 20x12" Pillow in Lapis
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Taylor Velvet with a knife edge finish. A fabulous take on a familiar motif, Taylor Velvet in lapis is a dynamic textural design with a unique, sophisticated loo...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Shumacher Riley 20" Pillow in Black on Ivory
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Riley Embroidery with a self welt finish. A modern take on a classic vermicelli pattern, Riley features a loose meandering motif embroidered in fine thread on a ...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
$345 / item
Schumacher Annika Floral Tapestry 18x12" Pillow in Multi/Ivory
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Annika Floral Tapestry with a knife edge finish. Based on original artwork that was hand-drawn in our studio, Annika Floral Tapestry in multi-on-ivory derives it...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Loudon Rose in Rose
Blue 14" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Loudon Rose with a self welt finish. A romantic, painterly quality infuses this rose bouquet with an unmistakably feminine beauty. The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Shumacher Feather Bloom 24" Pillow in Dove
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Feather Bloom by Celerie Kemble for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Designed by Celerie Kemble, Feather Bloom in dove features a radiating pattern of oversc...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
$474 / item
Shumacher Gerry Embroidery 14" Pillow A in Document
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Gerry Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Hand-stitched flora and fauna enliven rolling hills in this full coverage embroidery divined from our archive. It's an...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Shumacher Janis Velvet 18" Pillow in Blue
By Schumacher
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
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Polyester
$368 / item
Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Green
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handwoven from silk velvet, this Ikat cushion brings a unique touch to your home with its rich texture and vibrant design. Perfect for adding a splash of colour to your living room, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk, Velvet
$107 / item
Shumacher Ashoka 16" Pillow in Ivory
Blue
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Ashoka Tape with a knife edge finish. With a winding, embroidered floral design accentuated with French Knots, Ashoka Tape adds an element of handcrafted beauty....
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Polyester
$300 / item
Shumacher Marguerite Embroidery 20" Pillow in Sky
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Marguerite Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Happy and humble, the embroidery is an irregular hand-stitched floral design on a linen ground. Subtle irregulari...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Hand Embroidered Linen Pillow - Red Dragon
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Elevate your space with our stunning linen embroidered dragon cushion, featuring intricate detailing and playful tassels at each corner. The bold dragon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
$137 / item
Hand Embroidered Linen Pillow - Cherry
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Brighten up your space with our embroidered velvet fruit collection pillow, featuring vibrant designs of oranges, lemons, and other fruits. The intricate embroidery on a linen base a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
$137 / item
Schumacher Broken Chevron Cut Velvet 22" Pillow in Brown on Camel
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Broken Chevron Cut Velvet by Miles Redd for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Miles Redd was so charmed by a painted staircase photographed from above that he...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Elias Blue Ivory Cotton Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 16" x 16" pillow features Elias in Blue & Ivory. This simple and reversible woven is made from natural fibers lending it a stylish versatility. Feather/down insert included; kni...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Broken Chevron Cut Velvet 22" Pillow in Olive on Khaki
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Broken Chevron Cut Velvet by Miles Redd for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Miles Redd was so charmed by a painted staircase photographed from above that he...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Schumacher Cecil Cotton Chintz Black Yellow Stone White Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Cecil Cotton Chintz in stone/black/yellow/white. A to-do-for glazed cotton chintz in marvelous range of colors, this fabri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Flowers Silk 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
$107 / item
Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Gold
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Handwoven from silk velvet, this Ikat cushion brings a unique touch to your home with its rich texture and vibrant design. Perfect for adding a splash of colour to your living room, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
$107 / item
Hand-Embroidered Velvet Pillow - Bear
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Bring a touch of nature-inspired luxury to your space with this Green Velvet Cushion featuring an exquisitely embroidered bear. Crafted from rich, sumptuously soft velvet, the deep g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$143 / item
Fantastical Velvet Coral Lumbar Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of lumbar pillows with fantastical printed velvet face, a lush jade velvet back and woven contrast welting.
Measurements:
Overall: 23...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Down, Feathers
$1,204 / set
Set of 6 Decorative Pillows Pearl Dark Blue Velvet by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/6 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple.
Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details.
2x G700610 Rectangular decorative cushion in cream velvet....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Satin, Velvet
$1,255 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Cushion with Silver Sequins Hand Embroidered over Printed with Hand Block Print
Located in Hamburg, DE
Cushion with Sterling silver sequins hand embroidered and over printed with hand block print,
Back side black silk satin
Size 48 x 65cm
Colour goes from ant. Silver to charcoal
Show...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Set of 7 Decorative Pillows Emerald Green and Pearl Swarovski by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/7 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple.
Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details.
2x 908896 Rectangular pillows in pearl fabric and Swarovsk...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Textiles
Materials
Crystal
Schumacher Embroidered Tile Pillow 20x14" in Green
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Embroidered Tile by David Kaihoi for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Dense fields of embroidery capture the deep, mysterious quality of glazed ceramic and g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Pair Cushion Color Ice Green Silk Velvet and Silk Satin at the Back
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pair of cushions in silk velvet fabric color ice green, back panel silk satin color ice green, cushion size 40 x 40cm, concealed zipper in the bottom seam, feather inner pad.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Satin, Velvet
Suede Leather Cushion Color Mandarine Hand Saddle Stitched Rhombus Detail
Located in Hamburg, DE
Cushion size: 35 x 50cm, front panel very soft suede leather color Mandarine with rhombus detail highlighted with hand saddle stitching, back side panel in fabric, handwoven linen co...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Suede Leather Cushion Color Sea Foam Green Hand Saddle Stitched Rhombus Detail
Located in Hamburg, DE
Cushion size: 35x 50cm, front panel very soft suede leather color sea foam green with rhombus detail highlighted with hand saddle stitching, back side panel in fabric, handwoven line...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Judy Ross Textiles Totem Hand-Embroidered Chainstitch Pillow, 18 Inch
By Judy Ross
Located in New York, NY
Judy Ross is a New York based designer and artist. Traveling in India to work as an independent textile designer, she developed a passion for the centuries-o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Pair of King Silver Beaded
Embroidered King Size Pillows from Luxe Bedding Set
By Fortuny
Located in Palm Springs, CA
These amazing pillows are part of a lux bedroom ensemble that cost over $8500. We broke down the ensemble and selling buy individual single pieces, or pairs when appropriate. The set was made by hand, piece by piece by a company in Los Angeles called Tomasini with imported fabric. The entire set is available on separate listings. First up: a pair of king Size pillows made of champagne- silver metallic fabric with silver, metallic embroidery, sequins, embroidered round mirrors, and bugle Beaded fringes on the corners. They are spectacular. Side-by-side they easily go across an eastern king bed...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric
$640 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Black and Yellow 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
Blue and Golden Yellow 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
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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