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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 Aqua Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Infuse your living space with serene sophistication through the Modern Aqua Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a luxurious blend of elegance and comfort. T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Modern Azealia Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your interiors with the sumptuous elegance of the Modern Azealia Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a perfect blend of bold sophistication and luxurious craftsmanship. The st...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Lauren Lambswool Champagne Blanket, Queen
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Imported woven and milled in England from 100% lambswool this is the softest wool in the world. Finished queen size and in our most popular Champagne color is the only size and color...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Pink 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, Silk, Velvet

Wave Fabric in Jade and Indigo, Belgian Linen (Fabric by the Yard)
Located in New York, NY
Taking a cue from the undulating shapes of our indigo velvet pillows, Wave is a bold and artful design, seen here in Jade green. Pigment printed on 100% Belgian Linen. Designed in Ne...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Ripple Fabric in Silver and Indigo, Belgian Linen (Fabric by the Yard)
Located in New York, NY
Ripple is our love letter to indigo dye, detailed shapes ripple beautifully throughout the bold pattern, seen here in Silver. Pigment printed on 100% Belgian Linen. Designed in New Y...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Fringed Cotton Throw Blanket, Multicolor Sixteen Geometric Pattern, 54 x 72
Located in New York, NY
The Sixteen throw in navy, pink, ochre and gray geometric print woven throw with fringe edge. Woven with recycled cotton on a jacquard loom, made in the ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Modern Brown Woven Leather Decorative Lumbar Pillow
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted from premium woven leather, this modern brown 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

Shumacher Rolling Hills 16x12" Pillow in Green
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rolling Hills with a knife edge finish. Charming animals gambol within a naïve landscape in this whimsical full-coverage print. This design preserves the rustic ...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Hemp Minimalist Large Square Turkish Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from Vintage Turkish Hemp Kilim Measures: 19" x 20".
Category

20th Century Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Fornasetti Silk Cushion Sardine Fishes on Red
Located in MILANO, IT
The Fornasetti cushions will add to each room an unexpected detail thanks to the most iconic Italian atelier designs. Cushion cover material: S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Modern Black Fur Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your interior with the Modern Black Fur Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a statement of unparalleled luxury. Crafted from sumptuous black fur, these pillows exude opulence with th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Faux Fur

Hermes Pillow Feuillage Vague in Orange, Orange Backing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Feuillage Vague, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticu...
Category

2010s French Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Hand Painted Silk Pillow, Abstract No.6, Peach Pink Gray
Located in New York, NY
Blush silk faille pillow dyed with magenta, orange and gray in an abstract pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-painted and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Minimalist Large Square Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from Vintage Turkish Hemp Kilim Measures: 19" x 19".
Category

20th Century Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Zabihi Collection Brown Turkish Mohair Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
A small pillow made with a brown Turkish Mohair rug. Measures: 15" x 16".
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Textiles

Materials

Mohair, Foam

Cream Textured 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

Alpaca, Bouclé

Hand-dyed Velvet Throw Pillow in Rose Pink Indigo Blue Ripple Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose velvet cushion dyed with indigo in Ripple pattern with grey linen backing. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measur...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Hand Painted Silk Pillow, Abstract No.8, Peach Pink Gray
Located in New York, NY
Blush silk faille pillow dyed with Magenta, Orange, and Gray in an abstract pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-painted and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally i...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

House of Scalamandre Zebras Throw Pillow
Located in Saint Louis, US
This luxury plush pillow is a product of the Art by Gomez atelier. The front is fitted with a rich sunflower yellow that supports a pattern with galloping zebras. The fabric is from the archives of the luxurious House of Scalamandre...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Printed Linen Pillow Cloudy Aegean
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

21st Century Asian Clay Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A single seat pouf, compact, bright and cheeky. Perfect as an additional seat or as a footstool, this pouf is 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic. Use it indoors or carry it outd...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Modern Textiles

Materials

Metal

Real Fur Body Pillow in Bone by Jg Switzer
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Real fur you can feel good about. Front is finished in 100% upcycled Toscana sheep fur from Spain, made from "leave behind" pieces from an Italian glove factory, and backed with our signature 100% silk charmeuse 19mm. Refined and glamorous, this full body extra long fur pillow is designed as a statement for Queen or King Beds or large couch. Available in 16"x 48". Ships with pillow insert.
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fur

Sophisticated Square Velvet Pillow in Rich Smoked Taupe
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous pillow, realized in a rich smoked taupe hue, features the gentle luster characteristic of the finest velvet. Its color tone reads as both neutral, suggesting antiqued p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Modern Garnet Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Immerse your home in luxury with the Modern Garnet Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a masterful fusion of elegance, comfort, and craftsmanship. These pillows, rendered in a deep, j...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Blue, navy maroon woven recycled wool blanket, throw made in the UK
Located in London, London
'Scatter' double sided blanket woven from recycled wool in blue, navy by Granite + Smoke. Our recycled wool blankets are woven at a historic, 150 year old mill in the North of Engla...
Category

2010s English Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Pink 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, Silk, Velvet

Silver Gray Indigo Blue Pleat Abstract Pattern Fringed Throw Blanket, 54 x 72
Located in New York, NY
Silver gray and indigo blue jacquard woven throw with fringed edges. Woven with recycled cotton on a jacquard loom, made in the US. Each throw measures 54 x 72 inches. This jacquard...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton

21st Century Asian Clay Beige 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

Modern Green Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Transform your home with the timeless elegance of this exquisite green velvet pillows. Drenched in a lush emerald hue, these pillows radiate sophistication, while the plush velvet fa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Modern Ruby Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Immerse your interiors in opulence with the Modern Ruby Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL, a stunning embodiment of luxury and craftsmanship. Draped in a sumptuous ruby red velvet, t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

Signed Turkish Mohair Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Angora mohair wool rug in black and ivory. Medallion Signed Dr. ZB. probably given as a dowry gift Measures: 4'10'' x 5'8''.
Category

20th Century Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Mohair

Charcoal Boucle Pillow By MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Refined simplicity meets tactile luxury in this 22" decorative pillow, upholstered in richly textured cream bouclé. Soft to the touch and visually elegant, it brings warmth, depth, a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Alpaca, Bouclé

Shumacher Gerry Embroidery 14" Pillow B in Document
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

Schumacher X Timothy Corrigan Corail Velvet Emerald Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher, Timothy Corrigan
Located in New York, NY
This 18" x 18" pillow features Corail Velvet in Emerald paired with Gustave Silk Lip Cord in Emerald. This freeform coral pattern by designer Timothy Cor...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet, Cotton

Printed Linen Pillow Cloudy Bottle 12x22
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

Les Ottomans, Silk Cushion by Matthew Williamson
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Matthew Williamson one of the most well known fashion designer has created a tabletop and textile collection for Les Ottomans. Colors is a must in all Williamsons’ designs as well as the peacock’s references that are here declinated in several new and original patterns Matthew Williamson is an award-winning British designer renowned for his use of kaleidoscopic color, intricate patterns and designs inspired by nature and travel. A graduate from the prestigious Central Saint Martins College, Matthew Williamson showed his critically-acclaimed debut catwalk collection...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Charcoal 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, Alpaca

Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Rose Pink Indigo Blue Waves Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Rose silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Wave pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measures 18 x 18...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Hand-embroidered Eye Cotton Pillow - Blue
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

Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Gold Indigo Blue Morse Abstract Pattern
Located in New York, NY
Gold velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Morse 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

Wool Blanket Pattern Grey White Woven of Extra Fine Merino by Catharina Mende
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed in Berlin by Catharina Mende, woven of 100% extra fine merino in Scotland: This luxurious and flattering throw is the perfect combination of color, shape and material for ev...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scottish Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Style #381
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

100% Peruvian Royal Baby Alpaca-Dimma Cream Throw by Fells/Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
About Simple and versatile, the Dimma is a small luxury to look forward to wrapping up in every day. Large enough to share and light enough for all seasons, the Dimma, with its rich linen style weave adds subtle interest to any room, or outfit. Made purely from one of the rarest, softest, most luxurious fibers in the world - Peruvian Royal Baby...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Alpaca

Ikat Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow - Style #673
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

Cream 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, Alpaca

Silk Cushions Starburst Hand Embroidery Swarovski Crystals Silk Colour Grey-Gold
Located in Hamburg, DE
1 Pair Cushions with starburst design, hand embroidery with Swarovski crystals and silver thread on silk satin colour grey-gold, cushion size 50 x 50cm, cushion cover with cotton lin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Natural Hemp Pillow Cover Beige with Brown Striped Pattern 15" x 23"
Located in Houston, TX
Looking for a sustainable and eco-friendly addition to your home decor? Check out our hemp pillow cover, perfect for adding a natural touch to your living space. Made from high-quali...
Category

Early 2000s Turkish Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Hemp

Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow In Gray
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your home decor with the Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow. Designed with meticulous care and crafted from luxurious materials, this hand-made 12" x 24" pillow fea...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Felted Wool Snowball Pillow - by JG SWITZER in BLOOD ORANGE
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Our tactile 12" snowball is made from our Shetland cloud heritage breed Shetland, local and imported merino wool and milled here in West Sonoma County at our workshop. The ball is fi...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

TURMALINA II Blue Camel Velvet Deluxe Patchwork 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 wit...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Fornasetti Silk Cushion Peccato Originale Original Sin
Located in MILANO, IT
The Fornasetti cushions will add to each room an unexpected detail thanks to the most iconic Italian atelier designs. The decoration features a snake holding the forbidden fruit in its jaws, and surrounded by hand painted leaves. It is inspired by the biblical original sin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles

Materials

Silk

Jokhang Tiger Schumacher Fabric Pillow with Tassels
Located in Saint Louis, US
This pillow features Jokhang Tiger Velvet by Schumacher with the addition of black tassels on each end. We've carefully hand-stitched each pillow and ha...
Category

2010s American Modern Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

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

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow In Silver Gray Color
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your home decor with the Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow. Designed with meticulous care and crafted from luxurious materials, this hand-made 12" x 24" pillow fea...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow In Light Gray
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enhance your home decor with the Modern Mongolian Lamb Fur Single Side Pillow. Designed with meticulous care and crafted from luxurious materials, this hand-made 12" x 24" pillow fea...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Wool

Karia Wheat Linen Lumbar Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This fully linen pillow is adorned with hide applique, embellished with beads and jewels. In a soft linen color with accents of grey, this pillow is sophisticated & glamorous. Add it...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Karia Wheat Linen Lumbar Pillow
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Modern Saddle Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted with impeccable attention to detail, the Modern Saddle Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL is a luxurious addition to any home. These pillows showcase a warm saddle hue that ex...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Velvet

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

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles

Materials

Linen

Hand Embroidered Geometric Pattern All Down Pillow #3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous hand embroidered geometric pattern all down pillow. Add some modern quality flair to your home with this dramatic Art Deco pattern. Silver threads on black background adds t...
Category

2010s 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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