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Modern Pillows and Throws

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Hermes Pillow Courbettes, Textured Backing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Courbettes, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticulousl...
Category

2010s French Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Red throw pillow in textured velvet- Red Coral- by Mar de Doce
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the enchanting "Red Coral" Velvet Pillow by Mar de Doce – an alluring masterpiece that marries the allure of the sea with the epitome of luxury. Handcrafted with meticulous ...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Blue Cotton Matelasse Fan Pillow by Paulo Kobylka
Located in Londrina, Paraná
Pillow cover in soft 100% cotton fabric. Front and back. Off-white embroidery thread. Slim off-white zipper at the bottom seam. Polyester fiber cushion filling included. Approx weigh...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric, Cotton

Christmas Happy Pillow White Velvet and White Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Elegant and refined Christmas pillow. Made of soft velvet with cotton trimmings, it looks like an original Christmas gift, which certainly does not go...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Schumacher Edirne Silk Velvet in Sky & Black 20" x 16" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
The Edirne Silk Velvet Pillow by Les Ottomans features handwoven fabric with a knife edge finish. Les Ottomans pillows are handmade in Istanbul, juxtaposing the traditional patterns ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Christmas Happy Pillow Red Velvet and White Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Elegant and refined Christmas pillow. Made of soft velvet with cotton trimmings, it looks like an original Christmas gift, which certainly does not go...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Kora Small Lumbar Pillow, Undyed & Handwoven In Silk Wool Cotton Blend
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Kora Small Lumbar Pillow is a slightly textured handwoven pillow where our artisans have skillfully blended handspun yarns like silk, wool and organic cotton. The beauty of this pill...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Christmas Happy Pillow White Velvet and Black Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Elegant and refined Christmas pillow. Made of soft velvet with cotton trimmings, it looks like an original Christmas gift, which certainly does not go...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Happy Pillow Snowflake Velvet Brown With Beige Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Sophisticated and elegant, the Winter Collection is the last outstanding fashioned creation. Velvet cushion with a sophisticated elk embroidered, with a contrasting colour fringe. Si...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

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

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Happy Pillow Elk Velvet Beige With Brown Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Sophisticated and elegant, the Winter Collection is the last outstanding fashioned creation. Velvet cushion with a sophisticated elk embroidered, with a contrasting colour fringe. Si...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Schumacher Lisboa Velvet 20" Pillow in Midnight Blue
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lisboa Velvet. This unique, labyrinthine pattern was inspired by Portuguese tilework. Its winding, linear motif has a striking, large scale and a subtle, metallic sheen. Pillow is finished with a welt in Gustave Silk Lip Cord...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Christmas Happy Pillow Green Velvet and White Fringes
Located in Carimate, Lombardia
Elegant and refined Christmas pillow. Made of soft velvet with cotton trimmings, it looks like an original Christmas gift, which certainly does not go...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Velvet

Velvet throw pillow & hand made embroidery - REX- by Mar de Doce
Located in Dallas, TX
Introducing a lumbar-sized 13*19" throw pillow that embodies uniqueness and luxury. "REX" is Crafted from imported animal-like textured velvets. What truly distinguishes it is the ha...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet, Beads

Schumacher Lisboa Velvet 20" Pillow in Gold
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lisboa Velvet. This unique, labyrinthine pattern was inspired by Portuguese tilework. Its winding, linear motif has a striking, large scale and a subtle, metallic sheen. Pillow is finished with a welt in Gustave Silk Lip Cord...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Adele Ivory Silver Velvet Lumbar Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Relax on this rich charcoal velvet Adele pillow with asymmetrical gold foil stripes and hand beaded embroidery. Part of a beautiful new array of unique new pillows perfect for any ro...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Cushion Cover Needle Point Hand Made Modern 18”x18”
Located in Long Island, NY
New Cushion Pillow Cover Needle Point With Modern Twist 18”x18”
Category

Early 2000s European Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Berry Bear Cashmere and Shearling Collectible Peluche Natural Fur by Muchi Decor
Located in Poviglio, IT
WARNING: This is not a toy. This item is for collectors only, not intended for children under 14 years of age. The plush "Berry" bear is made of two-tone real cashmere fur, while th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

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 Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

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

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Contemporary 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 Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Soft Red Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish Oushak rug. Measures: 17'' x 17''.
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Schumacher Sabi Tiger Velvet 22" Pillow in Jungle
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Sabi Tiger Velvet with a knife edge finish. Sabi Tiger Stripe in jungle is a wildly chic abstract animal pattern and a go-to fabric that traverses decorative sty...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Hermes Pillow Cheval Pixel, Ecru Backing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Cheval Pixel, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticulou...
Category

2010s French Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Schumacher Woodland Leopard Velvet 18" Pillow in Emerald
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Woodland Leopard Velvet with a knife edge finish. A host of historic paintings and textiles served as source material for this fabulously stylized leopard and tr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Bespoke set of Handwoven Throw Pillows
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of bespoke pillows is handmade from 100% natural materials in the maker's studio in Brooklyn, NY. The wool is sourced from a village south Oaxaca, a blend of merino and chu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton

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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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, vibrant red that supports a pattern with galloping zebras. The fabric is from the archives of the luxurious House of Scalamandre...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

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 Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Montana Wool Plaid 22" Pillow in Navy
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Montana Wool Plaid with a knife edge finish. Montana Wool Plaid in navy is a fine, tightly woven houndstooth check with an overstripe that adds lovely depth and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Bespoke set of Handwoven Throw Pillows
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of bespoke pillows is handmade from 100% natural materials in the maker's studio in Brooklyn, NY. The wool is sourced from a village south Oaxaca, a blend of merino and chu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Modern Kilombo Home Embroidery Pillow Cushion Cotton Bee Ivory Black& Dark Green
Located in Madrid, ES
Designed by Kilombo Home. This stylish pillow is the perfect accessory. A simple touch full of character that would change the room where is placed. Mix our different patterns to g...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Mira Starburst Pillow, Ivory Velvet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fill the room with this modern abstract embroidered pillow. Adds instant glamour and luxury to any room. Size: 22”x 22” Features Zipper closure No design on backside Embroidery de...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Big Cloud White Natural Cashmere Fur Pillow Cushion by Muchi Decor
Located in Poviglio, IT
The bigger version of our "Little Cloud Natural Cashmere Cushion". A connoisseur's cushion, using cashmere leather from which the precious yarn is ob...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Adele Ivory Silver Velvet Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Relax on this rich pintucked ivory velvet Adele pillow with asymmetrical silver foil stripes. Part of a beautiful new array of unique new pillows perfect...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Zer Pillow, Ivory and Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Zer pillow is an all over embellished beaded pillow with an ivory top half ending in a gold dip. This accent piece will be a sparkling addition to any room collection. Size: 22...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Gold Brown Natural Fur Pillow Cushion by Muchi Decor
Located in Poviglio, IT
This is a material that has been skilfully worked in order to provide the movement with a mélange of natural colours that are unique from cushion to cushion. Our skilled artisans ne...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Lux Beige Fur Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lux Pillow is a plush faux fur pillow with two elegant rows of gold beading going through the front of the pillow. This is a perfect addition to any home looking for a neutral soft t...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Faux Fur

Countryman Wool Cashmere Fox Fur Throw Luxury Blanket Plaid by Muchi Decor
Located in Poviglio, IT
A wool and cashmere blanket hemmed with natural gold fox cross fur. This wool and cashmere Prince of Wales and Pied-de-Poule blanket, black and white on the back, livens up the room...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

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, vibrant red that supports a pattern with galloping zebras. The fabric is from the archives of the luxurious House of Scalamandre...
Category

2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Marion Velvet 16x12" Pillow in Prussian
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Marion Velvet Tape with a knife edge finish. A scrolling leaf pattern in jacquard cut velvet gives this sky-colored accessory a luster that's positively luxuriou...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Venetian Fortuny Piumette Fabric in Pink, Aquamarine and Gold - 4.5 yards
Located in Morristown, NJ
21st century Print run of Fortuny fabric; Piumette, Italian for feathers, is a small-scale geometric motif of fanned-out feathers. The Persian-inspired design lauding freedom and tra...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Luna Light Beige Fur Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luna pillow features a luxurious fur in a simple yet elegant construction. Add this pillow to any room to bring some dimension & class to it when you decorate with this pillow. ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fur

Schumacher x Veere Grenney Jake Quiet Pink Linen Two-Sided Pillow
By Schumacher, Veere Grenney
Located in New York, NY
This 12" x 16" pillow features Jake in Quiet Pink. Inspired by Moroccan fretwork, this chic ogee design was based on the painted walls of Veere's entryway in Tangier. Feather/down in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Nylon

Schumacher Eclipse Velvet 16" Pillow in Spruce
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Eclipse Velvet with a knife edge finish. Its cut pile and loop construction makes Eclipse Velvet in spruce a fabulous multitextured fabric with a mod multidimens...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Luna Ivory Fur Pillow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luna pillow features a luxurious fur in a simple yet elegant construction. Add this pillow to any room to bring some dimension & class to it when you decorate with this pillow. ...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fur

Schumacher Jasmine I/O 24x12" Pillow in Indigo
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Jasmine Indoor/Outdoor by Mark D. Sikes for Schumacher with a self welt finish. Inspired by traditional Indian block prints, Jasmine Indoor/Outdoor in indigo by ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 24x12" Pillow in Tortoise
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Vanderbilt Velvet by Mary McDonald for Schumacher with a knife edge finish. A large-scale, linear design gives this Italian cut velvet fabric a graphic sensibili...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Shumacher Marguerite Embroidery 20" Pillow in Blue & Ochre
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Marguerite Embroidery with a knife edge finish. Happy and humble, Marguerite Embroidery features a hand-stitched floral design on a linen ground. Subtle irregula...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Shumacher Blair Silk Épinglé 16x12" Pillow in Wythe Rose
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Blair Silk Épinglé with a knife edge finish. A truly extraordinary velvet derived from a fragment of an 18th-century men's suit worn in Williamsburg, Worcester b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Schumacher Lisboa Velvet 20" Pillow in Sky
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Lisboa Velvet. This unique, labyrinthine pattern was inspired by Portuguese tilework. Its winding, linear motif has a striking, large scale and a subtle, metallic sheen. Pillow is finished with a welt in Gustave Silk Lip Cord...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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

2010s Indian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Bianca 24x12" Pillow in Ivory Noir
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Bianca Tape with a knife edge finish. An appealing combination of pinstripes and metallic dots gives Bianca Tape in ivory noir fun and fabulous flair. Body of pi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

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 Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Schumacher Vanderbilt Velvet 24x12" 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Night Deser Karakul Lamb Fur Pillow Cushion by Muchi Decor
Located in Poviglio, IT
This patterned Persian lambswool cushion is totally versatile. From the wildest to the most elegant decor, it enchants with its unrepeatable natural patterns, created by the sheen ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Other

Schumacher Taylor Velvet 20x12" Pillow in Lapis
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

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pillows and Throws

Modern pillows and throws for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern pillows and throws 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 pillows and throws 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 pillows and throws 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 pillows and throws, 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 pillows and throws 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 $315.

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