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79391 Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug, 05'06 x 08'05. Prepare to be swept into the serene, light-washed world of Scandinavian Modernism with this handwoven vintage Swedish rollakan rug—an extraordinary textile that feels more like a curated interior experience than a floor covering. Its minimalist geometry, softened by time and Nordic sensibility, invites the viewer into a realm of calm luxury where understatement becomes the ultimate expression of status. Pieces like this were never woven for the masses; they were created for collectors and connoisseurs who understood the rare privilege of living with true craftsmanship.
At the heart of this composition rests a field of luminous yellow-ochre, subtly abrashed to reveal the handwoven cadence of Nordic wool—each shift in tone a quiet testament to the artisan’s rhythm. Floating at the center is a refined abstract tableau: six painterly forms arranged like a modernist still-life, their earthy reds, midnight blues, and soft neutrals creating a gallery-like focal point that feels both intimate and avant-garde. This restrained elegance is precisely what defines the elite tier of Swedish textile art—design that whispers rather than shouts.
Framing the central field is an exquisitely balanced border in soft ivory, punctuated by stepped motifs that break the geometry in the most intentional, architectural way. Along the vertical edges, deep plum, rose, Dijon yellow, and slate-blue stripes interlock in a sophisticated cadence—an elevated color story found only in the finest mid-20th-century Nordic weaving ateliers. The result is a visual harmony that radiates refinement, effortlessly elevating any interior it inhabits.
This rollakan is more than a rug—it is a legacy piece, the type of textile that seasoned collectors covet and top-tier designers pursue for its rarity, pedigree, and unmistakable Scandinavian soul. It brings with it the quiet prestige of Nordic minimalism, the tactile luxury of handwoven wool, and the timeless beauty of a design movement that continues to define sophisticated living. This is Scandinavian Modernism at its most exclusive—and an heirloom-worthy treasure for those who demand only the exceptional.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in Sweden.
Measures: 05'06 x 08'05.
Pile Height: 0.15 of an inch.
Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 66 in (167.64 cm)Length: 101 in (256.54 cm)
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950-1959
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79391 Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug, 05 06 x 08 051stDibs: LU942948143072
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