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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Mari Blue Gray Calming Hues Hand Woven Hand Knotted Textured Plush Merino Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
A calming reflection of the lakeside skies with pleasing color choices and textural details all created meticulously by expert artisans is what Mari Throw is all about. Modern harmon...
Yarn
Olyv Twill Modern Throw Handwoven In Soft Merino In Earthy Brown Black Olive Hue
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Olyv handloom merino contemporary throw / blanket is handwoven by master weavers in Nepal and dip dyed entirely with certified eco-friendly Swiss Dyes. Each piece is individually di...
Yarn, Wool
$398Sale Price / item|20% Off
Salvia Modern Queen Bedspread Hand-woven Hand Embroidered in Soft Merino
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Salvia bedspread t is a beautifully handwoven and carefully hand embroidered piece by master weavers in Nepal, and dyed entirely with earth-friendl...
Yarn
$3,418 / item
Fox Fur Throw Blanket by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
A classic, elegant Frost Fox fur throw blanket.. Whether used as a single bedspread or as a bed base, its majestic appearance enhances the room as a whol...
Other
$298Sale Price / item|40% Off
Macaroon Midnight Dark Blue Plush Merino Throw by Studio Variously, Hand-Woven
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Macaroon midnight throw or blanket is a plush handloom textile ethically woven by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with earth friendly dye...
Yarn
$149Sale Price / item|34% Off
Treacle Brown Handloom Throw / Blanket In Organic Cotton In Checks Pattern
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, TREACLE is a organic cotton throw / blanket is handwoven by master weavers in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Vari...
Yarn
$183Sale Price / item|20% Off
Silica Rose Stripes Pattern Soft Handwoven Merino Modern Artisanal Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Silica Rose Throw is a contemporary take on combining stripes & checks pattern in a serene color palette of dusty rose salmon and grays. Fine detail of hand weaving is done meti...
Yarn
$2,201Sale Price|60% Off
Handcrafted Fox Fur Throw by J.M. Barnardo, Silk Lined, Modern Design
By Fendi
Located in Glasgow, GB
Handcrafted fox fur throw, produced in 2012 by the Irish furriers J.M. Barnardo & Son. The throw/blanket is composed of eight crystal fox fur pelts, ...
Fur, Silk
Pure Cashmere Throw Blanket with Mink Fur Hem by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
A pure cashmere throw blanket in a soft, elegant Pearl Beige colour, embellished by the Mink hem with its natural shades. Let yourself be warmed by this exclusive design piece. All ...
Other
Simply Taupe Merino Modern Artisanal Throw Handwoven in Earthy Warm Ombre Hues
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Simply Taupe handloom merino throw / blanket is handwoven by master weavers in Nepal and dip dyed entirely with certified Eco-friendly Swiss Dyes. Each piece is individually dip dy...
Yarn
$83Sale Price / item|40% Off
Kala Black and Gold Color Block Mulberry Silk Pillow Cover Only 20x20 Inches
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Kala silk pillow reflects beauty in imperfect symmetry. This color block silk pillow is 100% handmade from start to finish, each piece is unique and will have a slight variation whic...
Silk
Real Chinchilla Throw Blanket by Muchi Decor, Limited Edition, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
A unique piece of the utmost quality from our Collection. Touching this throw will give you a unique sensation of softness and warmth, being chinchilla hair one of the thinnest and...
Silk, Fur, Natural Fiber
$159Sale Price / item|20% Off
Chestnut Brown Beige Orange Merino Modern Artisanal Handloom Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Chest merino throw / bedspread / blanket is handwoven by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with earth-friendly ...
Yarn
$524Sale Price / item|25% Off
Butterscotch Plush Handloom Merino Throw in White Butter Cream Hues
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Plush in hand feel , Butterscotch is a masterfully handwoven luxurious plush throw. One of a kind handwoven textile piece, this is an artistic statement to your living space. Complim...
Yarn
$103Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Artisanal Aakar Mor Black & Indigo Color Block Mulberry Silk Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Aakar Mor silk pillow reflects beauty in imperfect symmetry. This color block silk pillow is 100% handmade from start to finish, each piece is unique and will have a slight variation...
Silk
Red Fox & Suede Bed runner by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
A natural Red Fox fur and Suede bed runner. The meticulously studied patchwork-style design make this piece is unique, resulting in a decor piece perfect to add colour and character ...
Other
$183Sale Price / item|20% Off
Silica Chalk Off White And Gray Stripes Pattern Handwoven Merino Modern Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Silica Chalk Off White Throw is a contemporary take on combining stripes & checks pattern in a serene color palette of dusty rose salmon and grays. Fine detail of hand weaving i...
Yarn
$139Sale Price / item|30% Off
Flo Brown Merino Throw by Studio Variously, Handwoven and Eco-Friendly
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Flo Merino Throw / Blanket is a large square textile handwoven by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with eart...
Yarn
Modern Artisan Handwoven Mink Myrtle Drift Soft Merino Throw Blanket
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Handwoven Mink Myrtle Drift Soft Merino Throw Blanket is quietly refined and deeply tactile. It explores contrast through simplicity. Handwoven in Nepal from soft GOTS certified meri...
Yarn
$159Sale Price|20% Off
Reyti Ochre Yellow Minimal Pattern Handloom Throw / Blanket in Organic Cotton
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Reyti Ochre Throw is a 100% organic cotton throw woven by improvising an ancient technique of handloom weaving originating from Western part of India. Reyti means mud / sand in Hindi language, and this particular throw with its natural dye gives an effect of the shades of mud and sand in the habitat of the artisan's village in India. The edges are hand rolled and two panels are first individually hand woven and then hand embroidered together forming a unique design element. Requiring attention to detail and finishing, Reyti throw uses organic cotton that has been cultivated by using rain water...
Yarn
Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Gold & Indigo Blue Inkblot Abstract Pattern
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Gold velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Inkblot pattern with gray linen backing. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measur...
Velvet, Linen
Set of 6 Decorative Pillows Red Cream Velvet Handmade by Lusitanus
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/6 Decorative Pillows, Lusitanus Home Collection by Greenapple. Handmade decorative pillow set with exquisite details. 2x G702921 Square cushion in dark red velvet with cream ve...
Crystal
Dandelion Buttery Yellow Plush Handwoven Soft Pure Merino Twill Throw / Blanket
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
The Dandelion Merino Throw by Studio Variously is a custom textile designed in Michigan and ethically handwoven by skilled artisans in Nepal. Crafted using soft natural merino wool a...
Yarn
$244Sale Price / item|30% Off
Rosa Pink Handwoven Large Throw Bedspread by Studio Variously In Plush Merino
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Rosa Throw / Blanket is a large size plush handloom textile ethically woven by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with earth friendly dyes ...
Yarn
Ink Black & Off White Ombre Textured Modern Throw In Merino & Hand Stitched Hem
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Ink Throw is a timeless piece that harmoniously drifts its beauty between white spaces and contrasting details. Our love for accentuating detailing in hem is taken one step further i...
Yarn
CRAG – Multicolored Blanket in Pure Wool, Woven in Portugal
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This blanket is inspired by and pays hommage to the heritage of wool manufacturing in Serra da Estrela. It is designed with the intent of retrieving and displaying the array of tradi...
Wool
Siro Brown & Off White Ombre Textured Modern Throw In Merino & Hand Stitched Hem
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Handwoven Brown Siro Soft Merino Throw Blanket is quietly refined and deeply tactile. Siro Throw explores contrast through simplicity. Handwoven in Nepal from locally hand-spun merin...
Yarn
$159Sale Price / item|20% Off
Rosewood Indigo Handloom Throw In Rich Indigo Blue, Cream Hand Knotted Stripes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, ROSEWOOD INDIGO merino throw / blanket is hand-woven by master weavers in Nepal and dyed entirely with eco-friendly dyes. A sustainable design br...
Yarn
Sheared Mink Throw Blanket with Cashmere Hem by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
An incredibly refined design piece. A sheared, dark blue Mink throw blanket with a beige Cashmere, Wool and Alpaca lining and hem. This throw blanke...
Other
$127Sale Price / item|20% Off
Melo Black Silk Pillow In Geometric Pattern, Handcrafted By Artisans
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Melo Black silk pillow is luxurious and exquisite with its classic block shibori print. As this pillow is 100% handmade from start to finish, each piece is unique and will have a sli...
Silk
Hand Dyed Silk Velvet Pillow, Gold Yellow & Indigo Blue Halo Abstract Pattern
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Gold velvet pillow dyed with indigo in Halo pattern with gray linen backing. Sustainably hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measures ...
Velvet
$399 / item
Lauren Lambswool Champagne Blanket, Queen
By JG Switzer
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...
Wool
Hay Twill Merino Handloom Soft Throw Blanket In Rich Warm Brown
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Hay is a study in quiet craftsmanship. A subtle twill weave — where two yarn colors interlace to create gentle depth — gives this throw its soft, dimensional texture without ever ann...
Yarn, Wool
Wool & Cashmere Throw Blanket with Fox Hem by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
A wool and cashmere throw blanket hemmed with natural Gold Cross Fox fur. Thanks to its front Prince of Wales design and its back, black and white, Pied de Poule design, livens up th...
Other
Silk & Cashmere Throw Blanket with Silver Fox Hem by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
This is a design piece that will stand out. The coral-coloured cashmere and silk blanket create a natural, elegant contrast with the grey and black nuances of the Silver Fox fur, hem...
Other
$183Sale Price / item|20% Off
Charco Handloom Throw / Blanket Black Organic Cotton Checks Pattern
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Charco is a organic cotton throw / blanket is handwoven by master weavers in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Vario...
Yarn, Cotton
$127Sale Price / item|20% Off
Shunya Black Handcrafted Shibori Print Mulberry Silk Modern Artisanal Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
The Shunya Black Silk Pillow is 100% handmade and reflects beauty through its imperfect symmetry. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, showcasing the unique nature of the handmade process. T...
Silk
$159Sale Price / item|20% Off
Chive Sage Green Dusty Pink Handloom Throw / Blanket Ombre Dyed in Merino
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Chive Throw is a pure modern take on combining shape, sombre color palette and fine detail of hand embroidery done meticulously on a handwoven textile. Each piece is 100% handmade ma...
Yarn
$123Sale Price / item|20% Off
Folio Ebony Brown Gold Floral Shibori Mulberry Silk Modern Artisanal Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Folio Ebony pillow is handmade by master artisans in India. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively collabor...
Silk
$127Sale Price / item|20% Off
Maple Black Silk Pillow In Stripes Motifs Handcrafted By Artisans
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Maple black silk pillow is luxurious and exquisite with its unique wax block print created to enhance the space in between the imperfect but rhythmic stripe pattern. As this pillow i...
Silk
Hand Painted Silk Pillow, Abstract No.7, Peach Pink & Gray
By ROUSSEAU
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...
Silk
$177Sale Price / item|15% Off
Avocado Green Hand Woven Hand Knotted Textured Artisanal Plush Blanket Scarf
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
A quiet reflection of the walk in the woods with bold contrasting color choices and textural details all created meticulously by expert artisans is what Avocado Blanket Scarf is all ...
Yarn
$103Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Artisanal Ara Indigo Shibori Print Handcrafted Mulberry Silk Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Ara Indigo Pillow is handmade by master artisans in India. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively collaborates with artisan communities to restore and revive ancient techniques by exploring custom modern designs in textile based products. ARA Indigo pillow is luxurious and exquisite with its unique shibori...
Silk
$169Sale Price / item|15% Off
Andes Topaz Pillow Cover By Peruvian Artisans in Andean Highland Wool
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Andes is the fruit of an intentional collaboration with an artisan cluster in Peru. Hand knitted only by women, these artisans are trained specially to develop this classic design by Studio Variously. Pure softest wool from Peru ( oeko tex...
Wool
Jade Green & Indigo Blue Inkblot Abstract Pattern Fringed Throw Blanket, 54 x 72
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Jade green 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 ...
Cotton
$127Sale Price / item|20% Off
Folio Black Silk Pillow In Floral Motifs Handcrafted By Artisans
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Folio black silk pillow is luxurious and exquisite with its unique shibori print created by using natural leaves. As this pillow is 100% handmade from star...
Silk
$127Sale Price / item|20% Off
Arc Coral Silk Pillow by Variously, Handmade Shibori Print, India
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Arc Coral mulberry silk pillow reflects beauty in imperfect symmetry. This color block silk pillow is 100% handmade from start to finish, each piece is unique and will have a slight ...
Silk
$223Sale Price / item|20% Off
Indie Throw In Indigo , Minimal Geometric Motifs Hand-woven In Organic Cotton
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Indie Throw ( or bedspread or blanket ) is handwoven by master weavers in India and dyed entirely with earth-friendly dyes developed locally to ar...
Yarn
Pure Wool and Fox Fur Bed Runner by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
The bed runner made of pure wool and Fox fur adds style to the room, lighting it up with its natural brightness. The alternation of fox fur with wool creates a raised pattern that d...
Other
Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Inkblot Abstract Pattern Fringed Throw Blanket, 54 x 72
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Rose pink 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 w...
Cotton
$120Sale Price / item|45% Off
Handwoven Black Pillow Cover Kora In Natural Blend Fabric 24"
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Kora black pillow is a slightly textured handwoven pillow where our artisans have skillfully blended hand-spun yarns like silk, wool and organic cotton. The beauty of this pillow is ...
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Hand-dyed Velvet Throw Pillow in Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Ripple Abstract Pattern
By ROUSSEAU
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...
Velvet
$127Sale Price / item|20% Off
Chokor Nira Ochre Organic Cotton Handloom Pillow in Geometric Patterns
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Chokor Nira Ochre Pillow is a slightly textured handwoven pillow where our artisans have skillfully created a classic pattern using an ancient weaving tec...
Cotton
$127Sale Price / item|20% Off
Oasis Gold Wax Block Print Modern Artisanal Mulberry Silk Pillow
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Shunya Gold pillow is handmade by master artisans in India. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively collabor...
Silk
$183Sale Price / item|20% Off
Alloy Navy Stripes Pattern Soft Merino Linen Handloom Throw
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Alloy Throw is a modern take on combining stripes & checks pattern in a classic color palette and fine detail of hand weaving done meticulously on a handwoven textile. Each piece ...
Yarn
$127Sale Price / item|20% Off
Nira Ochre Organic Cotton Handloom Pillow in Minimal Geometric Patterns
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Nira Ochre Pillow is a slightly textured handwoven pillow where our artisans have skillfully created a classic pattern using an ancient weaving technique....
Cotton
$583Sale Price / item|20% Off
Henry Merino Bark Blanket with Silk Border by JG Switzer, Queen
By JG Switzer
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Can be used as a coverlet or blanket. Blankets as artful heirlooms. 18th century English mill wool carries Royal Warrant to Windsor Castle and is highest quality and softest Merino w...
Wool
Hand Painted Silk Velvet Pillow, Abstract Twilight, 12 x 16
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
A vibrant silk velvet throw pillow dyed with Navy, Magenta, Ochre and Gray in an abstract pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-painted and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert ...
Linen, Velvet
$1,930
Venezia Mohair Plaid
Located in Milano, IT
A double-faced stylish plaid, the Venezia mohair plaid ensures an elegant final touch to any environment. Its two sides, in night blue and ground brown, f...
Mohair
Hand Dyed Silk Pillow, Rose Pink & Indigo Blue Ripple Abstract Pattern
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Rose silk faille pillow dyed with indigo in Ripple pattern with gray linen backing. Hand-dyed and sewn in New York City, down pillow insert made locally in NYC. Pillow measures 12 x ...
Silk