Textiles

Textiles are design objects made from malleable materials and are typically the result of interlocking fibers of yarns or threads, either by hand or with the use of a loom. 

There are myriad approaches to explore when creating a textile. The most common processes are braiding, knotting, knitting, weaving, crocheting, bonding, tatting, and felting. 

The origins of what is known today as textiles are fur pelts, felted clothes, and leaves. It is believed that cloth material was first used in Northwest Romblon. In terms of timeline, the first signs of worn clothing can be traced back as far as 70,000 years ago, and many believe it existed even earlier. It was discovered that the first dyed fabrics date back to 34,000 BCE in the Republic of Georgia, suggesting textile-like materials were available as early as the Paleolithic era. 

Words often associated with textile art include fabric, clothes, and material. However, it is important to acknowledge the subtle differences between textile and these other terms. For example, a textile can be any material, as long as it incorporates interlocking or interlacing fibers. This can include carpeting, pieces of wall art, and geotextiles. Textiles are typically not used for clothing and upholstery, unlike fabrics and cloth, which require additional steps for production, in order to be properly processed.

Finally, textile is also a great medium for contemporary artists and designers, who like to play with its diversity to let their imagination run free. Whether in textile sculptures or design objects, this medium allows artists to create singular and original pieces. Whether you prefer a minimalist or extravagant style, discover the selection of our experts and find the perfect element for your interior!

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Painting, Love Storm, Natasha Zupan

Natasha Zupan

Painting - 80 x 59.7 x 7.6 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.5 x 3 inch

$7,900

Print, Sprout, Sumit Mehndiratta

Sumit Mehndiratta

Print - 61 x 91 x 3 cm Print - 24 x 35.8 x 1.2 inch

$1,441

Painting, S'acheminer, Michèle Sala

Michèle Sala

Painting - 61 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 24 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch

$960

Sculpture, Les yeux dans le dos, Jéko

Jéko

Sculpture - 69 x 22 x 4 cm Sculpture - 27.2 x 8.7 x 1.6 inch

$3,121

Painting, Ricerca, Antonino Puliafico

Antonino Puliafico

Painting - 120 x 150 x 3 cm Painting - 47.2 x 59.1 x 1.2 inch

$3,481

Painting, Papaya, Alessandra Bisi

Alessandra Bisi

Painting - 30 x 21 x 0.2 cm Painting - 11.8 x 8.3 x 0.1 inch

$156

Painting, Slit, Michael Grine

Michael Grine

Painting - 25.4 x 20.3 x 1.9 cm Painting - 10 x 8 x 0.75 inch

$300 $225

Painting, Autorretrato, Ana Seggiaro

Ana Seggiaro

Painting - 116.8 x 88.9 x 0.3 cm Painting - 46 x 35 x 0.1 inch

$3,000

Painting, White light, Laura Newman

Laura Newman

Painting - 102 x 76 cm Painting - 40.2 x 29.9 inch

$8,060

Painting, Beach house, Laura Newman

Laura Newman

Painting - 183 x 142 cm Painting - 72 x 55.9 inch

$17,030

Painting, Soko, Alessandra Bisi

Alessandra Bisi

Painting - 29.7 x 21 x 0.1 cm Painting - 11.7 x 8.3 x 0 inch

$204

Painting, Sel, Alessandra Bisi

Sel

Alessandra Bisi

Painting - 29.7 x 21 x 0.1 cm Painting - 11.7 x 8.3 x 0 inch

$204

Painting, Vual, Alessandra Bisi

Alessandra Bisi

Painting - 32 x 24 x 0.1 cm Painting - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0 inch

$204

Painting, Sil, Alessandra Bisi

Sil

Alessandra Bisi

Painting - 32 x 24 x 0.1 cm Painting - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0 inch

$204

Painting, Rock Attack, Philippe Huart

Philippe Huart

Painting - 100 x 81 x 4.5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.9 x 1.8 inch

$8,403

Painting, Sirens, Matthew Langley

Matthew Langley

Painting - 101.6 x 152.4 cm Painting - 40 x 60 inch

$10,092

Print, OPNI, Camille Bryen

Camille Bryen

Print - 65 x 50 cm Print - 25.6 x 19.7 inch

$480

Painting, Untitled III, Michael W. Soi

Michael W. Soi

Painting - 113 x 88 x 2 cm Painting - 44.5 x 34.6 x 0.8 inch

$2,377 $2,139

Sculpture, Pink Dous, Olga Radionova

Olga Radionova

Sculpture - 50 x 16 x 16 cm Sculpture - 19.7 x 6.3 x 6.3 inch

$1,080