Size: 4.7 x 3.5 ft.
Origin: Scandinavia
Circa: 1980s
Material: Pure Wool
This vintage Scandinavian hooked rug is a charming wool textile featuring a detailed double-world map design. The rug showcases two circular, hand-hooked globes side by side, with stylised depictions of continents and oceans in earthy tones of beige, brown, blue, and green. Surrounding the maps, decorative flourishes and the words “Orbis Terrarum” add a classic, old-world cartographic feel. The hooked wool technique gives the rug a textured surface with rich, tactile depth, blending artistry and function. This piece is perfect for adding vintage Nordic charm and a scholarly touch to any study or living space.
The vintage carpet was masterfully hand-crafted with the finest wool following traditional and refined weaving techniques, reaching 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 is settled in the aesthetic standards of the 50s.
Pictures are taken in natural light to portray the most realistic colours possible. Due to these rugs' handmade and preloved nature, slight imperfections and flaws are not defects.
Our rugs are professionally restored, and the fringes secured, ensuring many more years of life. In addition, we advise using a rug pad with a grip back to keep your rug in position and to smooth out any wrinkles from 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.
