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Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Swedish Rya Rug
$49,000
£37,376.59
€42,583.26
CA$68,869.94
A$75,135.28
CHF 39,783.68
MX$900,334.72
NOK 506,667.25
SEK 463,309.60
DKK 317,962.76
About the Item
Vintage Swedish Rya Rug
Size: 8'10" × 9'8" (269 × 294 cm)
This extraordinary vintage Swedish Rya rug, dating from the mid-20th century, exemplifies the Scandinavian design ethos through its masterful fusion of form, texture, and color. Hand-knotted in Sweden circa 1950, the piece embraces the abstract beauty of nature, reminiscent of a dense forest floor or windswept moor under twilight.
The rug’s thick, sumptuous pile—typical of traditional rya weaving—offers a luxurious tactile experience while creating visual depth through its rich, nuanced color palette. Deep earthy browns mingle with shadowy purples, subtle greens, and hints of black, forming a painterly composition that shifts with the light. Though devoid of overt pattern, the organic variations in tone and texture imbue the surface with a quiet dynamism.
Measuring approximately 10 x 9 feet, this piece is both a bold artistic statement and a functional textile. It can easily serve as a focal point in a contemporary interior or bring layered warmth to more minimalist or rustic spaces.
True to the legacy of Swedish modernist weaving, this Rya rug represents an intersection of utility, craftsmanship, and expressive abstraction—an heirloom-quality piece that transcends trends and time.
This exquisite rug is part of the diversified Doris Leslie Blau selections, renowned for its curated selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs. Doris Leslie Blau offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs in a wide range of styles, materials, and price points, making fine textile art accessible to both collectors and designers alike.
- Dimensions:Width: 106 in (269.24 cm)Length: 116 in (294.64 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Mid-20th Century
- Condition:
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: BB80841stDibs: LU822641850582
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