Modern Wallpaper
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Schumacher by Caroline Hurley Sepiessa Wallpaper Mural in Stone
Located in New York, NY
Based on a painted and collaged artwork by Caroline Z Hurley, Sepiessa is a two-panel set; the full repeat measures 108" x 12'. It's printed on a ground with a toothy, vellum look.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Sumo Designer Wallpaper in Primary
Red, Cobalt and Pale Grey
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The quintessential sumo wrestling wallpaper pattern, obviously huge in Japan!
Printing: Digital pigment print (minimum order of 4 rolls).
Material: FSC-certified paper.
Trimming...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Analog Nights Designer Wallpaper in Charcoal
Black and White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This best-selling graphic wallpaper is available to order by the roll or sample—the perfect décor for kids, adult, your home or business.
Samples a...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Piña Pintada Designer Wallpaper in Gull
Grey and White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The tropical feeling of Piña Pintada wallpaper is sure to remind you of the islands, all year long.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Shadowcat Designer Wallpaper in Peach
Peachy Pink on Soft White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The purr-fect pattern for all the cat lovers, shadow cat envelopes you in a warm feline sea.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please m...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Schumacher Haruki Sisal Wallpaper In Sage
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This classic sisal wallcovering boasts sheen, texture and an endless color palette. From chic neutrals to saturated hues, it offers a bevy of tactile options that are a sophisticated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
$408 / item
Brunschwig and Fils Bombay, Dove, Handprinted Wallpaper Double Roll, USA.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Braunschwig and Fils Bombay, Dove, Handprinted Wallpaper Double Roll, USA. Gorgeous off-white, light beige, light grey colorway. Geometric pattern inspired by traditional Indian ti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Jungle Dream Designer Wallpaper in Lily
Grey-Blue and Blush
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Get lost in this nocturnal fantasy jungle-scape! Flora and fauna combine to create the ultimate dreamy pattern.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message u...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Schumacher Twiggy Paperweave Wallpaper In Black
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This version of our enchanting Twiggy wallcovering features the delicate botanical silhouette pattern on a textured paperweave ground. Subtle variations are part of its inherent, nat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
$1,176 / item
Brunschwig
Fils x Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, Cristaux Wallpaper, 1983
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brunschwig
Fils x Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, Cristaux Wallpaper, 1983. Listing is for one roll of “Crystals,” a gorgeous vintage print from Brunschwig
Fils and t...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Space Dots Designer Wallpaper in Sphinx
Metallic Gold on White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This large-scale repeating bubble pattern is the perfect pattern for your walls!
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purchase.
Printing: Scr...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Cactus Spirit Screen Printed Wallpaper in Color Peri
Soft White on Periwinkle
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give your home a taste of the Southwest with this graphic, oversized cactus repeat! This pattern combines saguaros, aloe, agave, peyote, prickly pear, San Pedros and more, the perfec...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Clay, Paper
Mamma Screen Printed Wallpaper in Maritime
White on Navy Blue
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This oversized sexy 1960s geometric adds mod flair to your space.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purchase.
Printing: Screen-printed by h...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Mamma Designer Wallpaper in Glimmer
Metallic Silver on Soft White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This oversized sexy 1960s geometric adds mod flair to your space.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purchase.
Printing: Screen-printed by h...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Jungle Dream Designer Screen Printed Wallpaper in Zest
Yellow and Grey
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Get lost in this nocturnal fantasy jungle-scape! Flora and fauna combine to create the ultimate dreamy pattern.
*Please note Jungle Dream is sold in even increments only.
**Sample ...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Astrobots Designer Wallpaper in Glimmer
Metallic Silver on Soft White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wall-covering with a galactic scene has Robots in outer space, rocket ships & more... the perfect wallpaper for your child's room.
Samples are available for $18 including US sh...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Analog Nights Screen Printed Wallpaper in Sphinx
Metallic Gold on White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This best-selling graphic wallpaper is available to order by the roll or sample—the perfect décor for kids, adult, your home or business.
Samples a...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Analog Nights Screen Printed Wallpaper in Silver Cloud
White on Silver Mylar
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This best-selling graphic wallpaper is available to order by the roll or sample—the perfect décor for kids, adult, your home or business.
Samples a...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Loveclouds Designer Wallpaper in Amor
Pink, White and Blush
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This hand-printed wall-covering is as simple as it is elegant! Hearts and clouds... the perfect wallpaper for your child's room, playroom or nursery.
Samples are available for $18 ...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Mamma Designer Wallpaper in Sphinx
Metallic Gold on Soft White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This oversized sexy 1960s geometric adds mod flair to your space.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purchase.
Printing: Screen-printed by h...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Analog Nights Designer Screen Printed Wallpaper in Thunder
Silver on Charcoal
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This best-selling graphic wallpaper is available to order by the roll or sample—the perfect décor for kids, adult, your home or business.
Samples a...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Shadowcat Designer Wallpaper in Glimmer
Metallic Silver on Soft White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The purr-fect pattern for all the cat lovers, shadow cat envelopes you in a warm feline sea.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please m...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Piña Pintada Designer Wallpaper in Shell
Warm Grey and White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The tropical feeling of Piña Pintada wallpaper is sure to remind you of the islands, all year long.
Please note that Piña Pintada has a 4 roll minimum or...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Jungle Dream Designer Wallpaper in Color Emerald
Green and Black
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Get lost in this nocturnal fantasy jungle-scape! Flora and fauna combine to create the ultimate dreamy pattern.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message u...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Schumacher Pyne Hollyhock Floral Chintz Blush Wallpaper
Located in New York, NY
This chintz pattern was famously used by designer Albert Hadley for his client Nancy Pyne. It's one of our most sought-after designs.
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our fami...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Jungle Dream Designer Wallpaper in Monteverde
Green and White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Get lost in this nocturnal fantasy jungle-scape! Flora and fauna combine to create the ultimate dreamy pattern.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message u...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Gameland Designer Wallpaper in Charcoal
Black and White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gameland comprises hand-held video games from the 1980s imagined by Aimee, and is included in the permanent archive at the Brooklyn Museum of Art.
Printing: Digital pigment print ...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Gameland Designer Wallpaper in Lizard
Kelly Green and Pale Grey
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gameland comprises hand-held video games from the 1980s imagined by Aimee, and is included in the permanent archive at the Brooklyn Museum of Art.
Samples are available for $18 incl...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Ikat Pixel Screen Printed Wallpaper in Blossom
Pink and Blush on White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Love traditional textiles and technology? This pixelated ikat pattern is a twist on the traditional technique for a more contemporary look for your walls.
Samples are available for...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Cactus Spirit Designer Wallpaper in Tequila
Turquoise and White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give your home a taste of the Southwest with this graphic, oversized cactus repeat! This pattern combines saguaros, aloe, agave, peyote, prickly pear, San Pedros and more, the perfec...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Piña Pintada Designer Wallpaper in Eclectus
Green and White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The tropical feeling of Piña Pintada wallpaper is sure to remind you of the islands, all year long.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Other
Brain Candy Screen Printed Wallpaper in Aqua
Aqua Blue on Soft White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This classic Rx pattern by Aimée re-imagines our medicine chests. Do not take Focuset with Somnatol.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purch...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Forest Designer Wallpaper in Midnight
Sky, Powder and Ocean Blue
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Make it simple with repeated triangles for a modern feel.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purchase.
Printing: Digital pigment print (min...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Analog Nights Designer Wallpaper in Heather
White and Mid Grey
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This best-selling graphic wallpaper is available to order by the roll or sample—the perfect décor for kids, adult, your home or business.
Samples a...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Gameland Designer Wallpaper in Slate
Purpleish-Grey on Soft White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gameland comprises hand-held video games from the 1980s imagined by Aimee, and is included in the permanent archive at the Brooklyn Museum of Art.
Samples are available for $18 incl...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Swell Designer Wallpaper in Cloud
White, Pale Grey and Mid Grey
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful wave wallpaper, a collaboration with Los Angeles-based surf-apparel brand Mowgli surf, is the perfect décor for your home or business.
...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Piña Pintada Designer Wallpaper in Lemongrass
Yellow and White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The tropical feeling of Piña Pintada wallpaper is sure to remind you of the islands, all year long.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Other
Cheetah Vision Designer Wallpaper in Grassland
Teal, Green and White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Subtle cheetah faces peek through this swirling sea of cheetah print.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purchase.
Printing: Digital pigmen...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Space Dots Designer Wallpaper in Glimmer
Metallic Silver on White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This large-scale repeating bubble pattern is the perfect pattern for your walls!
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purchase.
Printing: Scr...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Schumacher Iconic Leopard Wallpaper in Ink
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
We first introduced this sexy pattern in the 1970s. In almost a dozen colors, it's endlessly chic.
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
$378 / item
Loveclouds Designer Wallpaper in Prep
Blue, White and China Blue
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This hand-printed wall-covering is as simple as it is elegant! Hearts and clouds... the perfect wallpaper for your child's room, playroom or nursery.
Samples are available for $18 ...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Loveclouds Designer Wallpaper in Rebel
Black, White and Grey
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This hand-printed wall-covering is as simple as it is elegant! Hearts and clouds... the perfect wallpaper for your child's room, playroom or nursery.
Samples are available for $18 ...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Leaf Damask Designer Wallpaper in Classic
Grey, Pink, Orange and Soft White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant and ornate, this pattern is sure to please all!
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purchase.
Printing: Screen-printed by hand (must...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Clay
Gameland Designer Wallpaper in Glimmer
Metallic Silver on White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gameland comprises hand-held video games from the 1980s imagined by Aimee, and is included in the permanent archive at the Brooklyn Museum of Art.
Samples are available for $18 incl...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Astrobots Designer Wallpaper in Thunder
Silver on Charcoal
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wall-covering with a galactic scene has Robots in outer space, rocket ships & more... the perfect wallpaper for your child's room.
Samples are available for $18 including US sh...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paint, Paper
Swell Screen-Printed Wallpaper in Coconuts
Neutrals on Soft White
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful wave wallpaper, a collaboration with Los Angeles-based surf-apparel brand Mowgli surf, is the perfect décor for your home or business.
...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Cheetah Vision Designer Wallpaper in Color Candy
Red, Blue and Blush
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Subtle cheetah faces peek through this swirling sea of cheetah print.
Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purchase.
Printing: Digital pigmen...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper, Paint
Schumacher Moire Wallcovering in Parchment
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This extra-wide, paper-backed moire has a watery, irregular appearance and delicate faille weave. Luxe and lustrous, it adds elegance, sophistication and texture to any room.
Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
$1,824 / item
Schumacher Orissa Sisal Wallpaper Mural in Sand
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Capturing the look of artisanal processes like ikat or shibori, this 12-foot tall panel wallcovering is printed on sisal for tactile dimension and alludes to a lush seascape or lands...
Category
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth, Paper
Schumacher Acanthus Stripe Sisal Wallpaper In Shadow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pattern is a stylized stripe based on a classic acanthus motif. Elegant and airy, the design is printed on a sisal ground, giving it subtlety and dimension.
• Sold in 8 yard ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
$1,176 / item
Schumacher Acanthus Stripe Vinyl Wallpaper In Natural
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pattern is a stylized stripe based on a classic acanthus motif. When high style meets high traffic, this contract-grade vinyl is your answer.
• Sold in 1 yard increments.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Schumacher Acanthus Stripe Vinyl Wallpaper In Grey
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pattern is a stylized stripe based on a classic acanthus motif. When high style meets high traffic, this contract-grade vinyl is your answer.
• Sold in 1 yard increments.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Schumacher Paul Poiret Drapery Wallpaper in Blush
Located in New York, NY
Sold in 10 yard increments.
Measurements:
Length: 324"
Width: 27"
Square Footage: 60.75 sq. ft
Match Type: Straight
Horizontal Repeat (inches): 9"
Vertical Repeat (inches): 22.25"...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Schumacher Crocodile Wallpaper In White
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Classic crocodile gets an update in this embossed wallcovering. The subtly striped pattern adds instant luxury to any space. This pattern is also available in a 54" (137 cm) width.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Other
$570 / item
Schumacher Suwon Sisal Wallpaper in Champagne
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This classic, refined sisal wallcovering is notable for its unique depth, elegant texture and luminous sheen.
• Sold in 8 yard increments.
• Match: Random
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
Schumacher Feather Bloom Sisal Wallpaper In Two Blues
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Overscale blossoms in a radiating pattern make a delicate and dreamy statement. The natural sisal ground Overscale blossoms in a radiating pattern make a delicate and dreamy statemen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
Schumacher Acanthus Stripe Sisal Wallpaper In Fog
Chalk
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pattern is a stylized stripe based on a classic acanthus motif. Elegant and airy, the design is printed on a sisal ground, giving it subtlety and dimension.
• Sold in 8 yard ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
Schumacher David Kaihoi Blocks Geometric Natural Wallpaper Panel
By David Kaihoi, Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
A stunningly dramatic design comprised of two twelve-foot panels, hand-painted and then printed to full scale. The subtle tone on tone colorations, inspired by the natural striations...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
Schumacher Haruki Sisal Wallpaper In Dove
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This classic sisal wallcovering boasts sheen, texture and an endless color palette. From chic neutrals to saturated hues, it offers a bevy of tactile options that are a sophisticated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Grasscloth
$408 / item
Schumacher Feathers Wallpaper in Zebra
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by nature, this distinctive feather pattern looks like the real thing but is far more durable.
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been syn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
$1,020 / item
Modern wallpaper for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern wallpaper 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 wallpaper created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, folk art, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern wallpaper 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 wallpaper, popular names associated with this style include Schumacher, Aimee Wilder, Midsummer Milano, and Maharam. 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 wallpaper differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $147 and tops out at $3,086 while the average work can sell for $408.
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