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What are Scandinavian rya rugs?

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What are Scandinavian rya rugs?
Scandinavian rya rugs are accent rugs that have a hand-knotted high shag pile usually made of wool. Originally, the rugs served as bedding for sailors, but they became popular decorative accents in the U.S. in the 1970s. Shop a variety of rya rugs on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Scandinavian Rya Rug
Located in Ferrara, IT
This Scandinavian Rya rug, measuring 207 x 146 cm, beautifully embodies Nordic craftsmanship with
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavi...

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Wool

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rya Rug by Højer Eksport Wilton
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rya rug by Højer Eksport Wilton. Light oval form. Wool handmade
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Vintage 1970s Danish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Mid Century Modern Scandinavian RYA RUG / Carpet, c. 1960 s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Rya Rug / Carpet. Lovely neutral gray, black and cream. Fringe on
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Textile

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Scandinavian Rya Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Scandinavian Rya Rug Size: 4'7" × 7'0" (139 × 213 cm) A bold and visually arresting example
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Scandinavian Rya Rug, circa Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Scandinavian Rya rug crafted in the mid-20th century. It features a grand diamond design
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavi...

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Wool

Vintage Scandinavian Rya Rug. Size: 7 ft 6 in x 10 ft 3 in
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Scandinavian Rya Rug, Country of Origin: Scandinavia, Circa date: Mid 20th Century. Size: 7
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavia...

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Wool

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