Size: 4.8 x 2.4 ft.
Origin: Scandinavia
Circa: 1970s
Material: Pure Wool
This beautiful vintage Scandinavian wool Rya rug is a vivid celebration of colour and geometric abstraction, characteristic of mid-20th-century Nordic textile design. Handwoven with a dense, soft pile, the rug features stacked rows of vibrant triangles and trapezoids in rich shades of crimson, rose pink, lemon yellow, sky blue, and soft beige, all framed by a warm golden-yellow border that adds a radiant glow.
The abstract motif arrangement, rendered with painterly softness and playful asymmetry, evokes the spirit of modernist expression while maintaining the traditional comfort and functionality of the rya rug. Initially used for warmth in cold Scandinavian winters, Rya rugs like this also served as bold design statements. With its cheerful palette and tactile depth, this piece would make a striking wall hanging, hallway runner, or focal point in a creative, contemporary interior.
This vintage pile weave dates back to the time of the Scandinavian rug's greatest glory. These rugs were made over half a century ago, and due to their extraordinary quality and design, they have remained unspoiled over time.
The vintage carpet was masterfully handcrafted with the finest wool, following traditional and refined weaving techniques that date back to the Middle Ages.
Its style, Rya, was developed centuries ago in Scandinavia to protect the people, especially the mariners living off the sea, from severe weather conditions.
Despite its historical heritage, the antique bears have an exceptionally modern design that aligns with the aesthetic standards of the 1950s.
Pictures are taken in natural light to portray the most realistic colours possible. Due to the handmade and preloved nature of these rugs, slight imperfections and flaws are not considered defects.
Our rugs are professionally restored, and the fringes secured, ensuring many more years of life. Additionally, we recommend using a rug pad with a grippy back to keep your rug in place and to smooth out any wrinkles that may have occurred during shipping. Using a rug pad will also safeguard your carpet from deterioration and, therefore, extend the life of your rug.
Our rugs are professionally cleaned.
