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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Shumacher Riley 20" Pillow in Black on Ivory
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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Schumacher Strawberry Jam 18x12" Pillow in Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Strawberry Jam Trim by Johnson Hartig for Schumacher with a knife edge finish on top and bottom. Strawberry Jam Trim in green is a whimsical handmade design crea...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Schumacher Zambezi Velvet 16x12" Pillow in Champagne
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Zambezi Velvet with a self welt finish. Its abstract topographical pattern and extraordinary cut-and-loop pile texture makes Zambezi Velvet in champagne a versat...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Shumacher Margarete 18" Pillow in Ivory on Charcoal
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Schumacher Janis Velvet 18x12" Pillow in Champagne
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Schumacher Buena Vista 22" Pillow in Wheat
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 wheat has...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Schumacher Janis Velvet 18" Pillow in Champagne
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Schumacher Chevron Velvet 20" Pillow in Champagne
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Chevron Velvet with a knife edge finish. A fabulous combination of plush ombré and delicate accent stripes, this luxe chevron has a dynamic presence. Pillow incl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 20" Pillow in Fushia
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Shumacher Feather Bloom 24" Pillow in Dove
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Featherbloom by Celerie Kemble for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Designed by Celerie Kemble, Feather Bloom in dove features a radiating pattern of oversca...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Shumacher Margarete 20" Pillow in Ivory on Charcoal
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

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Shumacher Dixon Embroidered Print 25x16" Pillow in Yellow
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Hermes Pillow Zebrures, Ecru Backing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Zebrures, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticulously ...
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2010s French Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Schuamcher Margie Floral 16" Pillow in Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Margie Floral. A classic delicate rosebud pattern inspired by a vintage design, Margie Floral in marigold is printed on a soft cotton-linen ground. Pillow is fin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Zebra Palm I/O 16" Pillow in Navy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Zebra Palm Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. Inspired by one of our most popular tropical patterns, Zebra Palm Indoor/Outdoor in navy is a chic mid-scale ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Farm Scene 20" Pillow in Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Farm Scene with a self welt finish. Inspired by a midcentury design in our archive, Farm Scene in green is a cheerful, charming celebration of country life. A st...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Cabanon Stripe 20" Pillow in Jaune
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Cabanon Stripe with a fringe finish. A classic combination of flowers and stripes, this delicate small-scale design has a lovely handprinted look. Cabanon Stripe...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Fancy Beasts I/O 18" Pillow in Safari Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Fancy Beasts Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. An imaginative take on familiar motifs, this stylish fabric features a chic combination of bamboo lattice a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Grand Palms I/O 22" Pillow in Navy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Grand Palms Indoor/Outdoor. Featuring fabulous palm trees scaled to fit beautifully on pillows, Grand Palms Indoor/Outdoor in navy is a wonderfully versatile design with tropical flair. Pillow is finished with a welt in Eubie Lip Cord...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Piña Cove I/O 18" Pillow in Coconut
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 coconut is a charming pineapple pattern wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Margie Floral 16" Pillow in Marigold
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Margie Floral. A classic delicate rosebud pattern inspired by a vintage design, Margie Floral in marigold is printed on a soft cotton-linen ground. Pillow is fin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Kava Cay I/O 18" Pillow in Blues
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Kava Cay Indoor/Outdoor with a knife edge finish. A loose, leafy floral inspired by a vintage batik, Kava Cay Indoor/Outdoor in blues is a beautifully detailed m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schuamcher Polka Dot Pony 18" Pillow in Olive
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Polka Dot Pony. Inspired by a midcentury pattern in our archive, Polka-Dot Pony in olive is a charming, whimsical design with modern appeal. Rows of stylized equ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Chumbes Blanket 2 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Chumbes blanket 2 by Mae Engelgeer Materials: 100% cotton. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 130 x H 180 cm Available in colors: blue/banana/silver and terracot...
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2010s Colombian Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Cushion Cover NeedlePoint Modern Pillow Case 18”x18” Hand Made
Located in Long Island, NY
Cushion Pillow Cover Case Needle Point Modern Colors 18”x18” Hand Made
Category

2010s European Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Saddle Cushion, Bordeaux for Tria Chair by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Saddle cushion, Bordeaux for Tria chair by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz 2012 Dimensions: - Materials: Shaped for Tria chair; 2 pockets on the back, Categ...
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2010s Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric

Mohair Blanket Grey 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 grey flattering and warming fluffy mohair blanket is the perfect companion for every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Anjuna Floral Linen Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Anjuna Floral Linen Print. Inspired by antique Suzani textiles, Anjuna Floral Linen Print in mulberry was created by our in-house des...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Tiny Things Embroidery 16x12" Pillow in Multi
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tiny Things Embroidery with a self welt finish. An airy small-scale pattern, multi-colored Tiny Things Embroidery is animated by a charming menagerie of woodland creatures...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Caldwell Patchwork Chintz 18" Pillow in Rose and Chocolate
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Caldwell Patchwork Chintz with a fringe finish. Caldwell Patchwork Chintz in rose-and-chocolate is a trompe l'oeil quilted pattern where lovely floral bouquets a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Bees Knees I/O 20" Pillow in Emerald
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Bees Knees Indoor/Outdoor by Mary McDonald for Schumacher with a self welt finish. Stylish and sturdy, Bees Knees Indoor/Outdoor in eme...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

EST1966 Art03 Velours 50-50 cm
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chantal Keizer painted a number of Art works and transferred them to fabric in a limited collection. Measures: 50-50 cm. Of each work a maximum of 50 cushions are available worldwide. This design is printed on a very luxurious woven velvet with a beautiful shine. The pillow has a luxurious look and feel and is a high quality product. We send the cushion cover without inner filling. You can purchase a down inner filling on request. Chantal Keizer is an experienced designer in the field of interior textiles and wallpapers. She lives in Amsterdam in the Netherlands. EST1966 by Chantel Keizer is her interior brand. She offers several collections. The Botanic collection...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet, Polyester

Travel Blanket Red Berry Woven of Merino and Yak Wool by Catharina Mende
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed in Berlin by Catharina Mende, woven of 50% merino and 50% yak wool in Italy: Complete every style with some maritime luxurious material around your shoulders. When traveling and made a constant companion, this travel blanket...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Est1966 Art01 Green Throwpillow Velours
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chantal Keizer painted a number of ART works and transferred them to fabric in a limited collection. Of each work a maximum of 50 cushions are available worldwide. The colours are deep greens and metallics, the backside is ruby red. This design is printed on a very luxurious woven velvet with a beautiful shine. The pillow has a luxurious look and feel and is a high quality product. We send the cushion cover without inner filling. you can purchase a down inner filling on request. Material and size sleeve : 100% polyster in 50-50 cm. Chantal Keizer is an experienced designer in the field of interior textiles and wallpapers. She lives in Amsterdam in the Netherlands. EST1966 by CHANTAL KEIZER is her interior brand. She offers several collections. The Botanic collection...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet, Polyester

Est1966 Artt04 Pink Throwpillow 35-50 Cm
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chantal Keizer painted a number of art pieces and transferred them to fabric in a limited Art collection. Of each work a maximum of 50 cushions are available worldwide. The Art collection contains 9 different pieces. The pillow has a luxurious look and feel. High quality product. Material and size: 100% polyster } sleeve 35-50 cm. We send the cushion cover without inner filling. you can purchase a down inner filling on request. Chantal Keizer is an experienced designer in the field of interior textiles and wallpapers. She lives in Amsterdam in the Netherlands. EST1966 by Chantal Keizer is her interior brand. She offers several collections. The Botanic collection...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Textiles

Materials

Polyester

Bedspread Woven of Extra Fine Merino in Mauve by Catharina Mende
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed in Berlin by Catharina Mende, woven of 100% extra fine merino in Scotland: This exquisite bed throw in color mauve, woven in Scotland from finest ex...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scottish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

EST1966 Artt02 Blue Throwpillow
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chantal Keizer painted a number of art pieces and transferred them to fabric in a limited Art collection. Of each work a maximum of 50 cushions are available worldwide. The Art collection contains 9 different pieces. The pillow has a luxurious look and feel. High quality product. Material and size: 100% polyster sleeve size: 35-50 cm. We send the cushion cover without inner filling. you can purchase a down inner filling on request. Chantal Keizer is an experienced designer in the field of interior textiles and wallpapers. She lives in Amsterdam in the Netherlands. EST1966 by Chantal Keizer is owner of the interior brand. She offers several collections. The Botanic collection...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Textiles

Materials

Polyester

Moroccan Inspired Damask Velvet Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Distressed looking printed velvet in golds, blues and greens. Works well with bohemian and moroccan motifs. Measurements: Overall: 12”W x 12”H Disclaimer: Due to their handcrafted n...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Pale Yellow Linen Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
Handmade in Norwalk CT. This linen cotton blend is washable and comes in many dozens of colors, just ask! Measurements: Overall: 12” W x 12” H Disclaimer: Due to their handcrafted n...
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2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Oversized Throw Pillow with Elaborate Printed Linen, Aqua Back and Berry Flange
Located in Greenwich, CT
Elaborate printed linen with tile pattern on pillow face, aqua linen/cotton back and berry velvet flange. Oversized, understuffed throw pillow that's part duvet part pillow. Collapse...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Down, Feathers

Yellow White Beach Ball Inspired Ball Pillow with Cut Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Measurements: Overall: 12”Dia. x 12”H Disclaimer: Due to their handcrafted nature, the final size and shape of our Ball Pillows may vary depending on the materials chosen for fabrica...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Contemporary Cruelty-Free Duvet in Cashmere and Alpaca, Contraste Silk Edging
Located in Milano, IT
What is sustainability? By asking ourselves this question, we wanted to offer an alternative to traditional down duvets that would provide unique softness and fineness, and at the sa...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Textiles

Materials

Alpaca, Silk, Natural Fiber

21st Century "Pure" Cashmere and Silk White Plaid with Nappa Leather Edging
Located in Milano, IT
Our "Pure" plaid, realised in a luxurious blend of 70% cashmere and 30% silk, is a superb addition to any refined home or designer bedroom furniture: in its candor, warmth and softne...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

21st Century "Cavalieri" Pure Cashmere Grey Blanket with Leather Edging
Located in Milano, IT
A superb accessory for any room in the house, our "Cavalieri" blanket is a perfect companion for relaxing moments on the bed, reading a book in a lounge chair, or sitting by the fire...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Other

Schumacher Hyacinth I/O 30x14" Pillow in Leaf Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Hyacinth Indoor/Outdoor by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Inspired by traditional Indian block prints, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Oleander I/O 16x12" Pillow in Indigo
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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Picasso Inspired Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover a touch of artistic elegance and unparalleled comfort with this pair of down-filled throw pillows, handcrafted with meticulous attention in Chicago. These aren't just any th...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Down

Schumacher Tangent Print 18" Pillow in Saffron
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tangent Print by Hadiya Williams for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Based on an original ink-and-pencil drawing, Hadiya Williams’ Tangent in saffron reduces a familiar constellation map...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Tangent Print 22" Pillow in Saffron
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Tangent Print by Hadiya Williams for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Based on an original ink-and-pencil drawing, Hadiya Williams’ Tangent in saffron reduce...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Mathias Ticking Stripe 18 x 12 Pillow in Sky
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Mathias Ticking Stripe with a knife edge finish on top and bottom. Printed on a linen-hemp blend with a running-stitch detail, Math...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Lazare 22" Pillow Ivory on Chambray
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lazare with a knife edge finish. Grosgrain ribbon is folded into zigzag bands and sewn onto a linen-blend ground fabric to create Lazare in ivory-on-chambray, a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Zoelie 18" Pillow in Natural
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Zoelie with a self welt finish. Inspired by a historic document print, Zoelie fabric in natural is a modern take on a tradition...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

of Hoping by Nathalie Van Der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Of hoping by Natalie Van der Massen Dimensions: 100 x 80cm Materials: Linen, bio cotton. Dyed white, grey, green. Technique: Manually woven...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk, Paint

Lila Chumbes Pillow 1 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Lila Chumbes pillow 1 by Mae Engelgeer. Materials: 100% cotton. Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: W 60 x H 40 cm Available in colors: Lila/ brick/ gold/ terra. A...
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2010s German Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Purple Velvet Ball Pillow
Located in Greenwich, CT
This ball pillow is covered in a soft terry-like velour fabric. Can be customized in any fabric. Ask for current availability as shown. Measurements: Overall: 12” W x 12” Dia. Dis...
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2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Jagged Maze 24" x 12" Pillow in Pink
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Jagged Maze by David Kaihoi for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. Filled with vibrating kinetic energy, Jagged Maze in brown was designed by David Kaihoi and inspired by the pottery of ancestral Pueblo people. Done in a mid-scale and arranged into wide stripes, this screen-printed cotton...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Broken Chevron Cut Velvet 22" Pillow in Tapue on Ivory
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher The Wave 22" Pillow in Red
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features The Wave Velvet by Miles Redd for Schumacher with a self welt finish. Pierre Cardin and Yves Saint Laurent designs from the 1970s inspired The Wave in red, a chi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Broken Chevron Cut Velvet 20" Pillow in Taupe on Ivory
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Emerson 18" x 12" Pillow in Red
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Emerson. Inspired by a quatrefoil, Emerson in red is a fun small-scale print with a big personality. Imperfect by design, this casual cotton fabric has a lovely ...
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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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