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Swedish Kilim
Swedish Kilim

Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Vintage signed Swedish Kilim from the middle of the 20th Century Measures: 4'4'' x 6'7".

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Abstract Swedish Kilim
Abstract Swedish Kilim

Abstract Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Abstract Swedish Kilim from the middle of the 20th Century Measures: 5'2'' x 7'10".

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Swedish Kilim
Swedish Kilim

Swedish Kilim

Located in London, England

Swedish kilim in a deep red tone with unusual fish decoration.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim, 1970s
Vintage Swedish Kilim, 1970s

Vintage Swedish Kilim, 1970s

Located in Istanbul, TR

A cintage swedish kilim with one repaired spot.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Kilim Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

$2,760Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim rug 5.7'' x 8.2''.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in London, England

Vintage Swedish kilim in stepped blue tones. Unusual design.

Category

Vintage 1960s Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim
Mid-Century Swedish Kilim

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim in pale tones of creams, browns and pink.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Chequered Swedish Kilim
Large Chequered Swedish Kilim

Large Chequered Swedish Kilim

Located in London, England

Large size chequered Swedish kilim. Reversable in tones of grey and cream.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid 20th Century Swedish Kilim
Mid 20th Century Swedish Kilim

Mid 20th Century Swedish Kilim

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim with a neutral base tones with hints of yellow and purple in a geometric pattern typical of the period.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-20th Century Swedish Kilim Rug
Mid-20th Century Swedish Kilim Rug

Mid-20th Century Swedish Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Mid-20th century Swedish Kilim rug Sweden, circa 1940 Handwoven.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pale Pink Swedish Kilim
Pale Pink Swedish Kilim

Pale Pink Swedish Kilim

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim in tones of pink signed E. Sweden circa 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Vintage Swedish Kilim
Large Vintage Swedish Kilim

Large Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in London, England

Large vintage Swedish kilim by Ingegerd Silow in earthy tones and geometric design.

Category

Vintage 1960s Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Swedish Kilim Signed E
Swedish Kilim Signed E

Swedish Kilim Signed E

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim in tones of browns, creams with green hints.

Category

Vintage 1960s Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Abstract Blue Swedish Kilim
Zabihi Collection Abstract Blue Swedish Kilim

Zabihi Collection Abstract Blue Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Abstract Swedish Kilim from the middle of the 20th Century in pretty blues, greens, creams Measures: 4'10'' x 6'

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Swedish Kilim Special Design
Swedish Kilim Special Design

Swedish Kilim Special Design

Located in Ferrara, IT

This is an amazing Swedish kilim woven circa 1900! It has a beautiful special design field with wool pile and cotton warp and weft.

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Other Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Vintage Swedish Kilim
Large Vintage Swedish Kilim

Large Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in London, England

Large mid-century Swedish kilim in tones of purple and cream. Professionally cleaned.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 6'9'' x 10'0"
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 6'9'' x 10'0"

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 6'9'' x 10'0"

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim rug 6'9'' x 10'.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4'6'' x 6'8''
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4'6'' x 6'8''

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4'6'' x 6'8''

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim rug,measures : 4'6'' x 6'8''.

Category

Antique 1650s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Swedish Kilim Signed E.S
Swedish Kilim Signed E.S

Swedish Kilim Signed E.S

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim with an Persian influence design in tones of blues, creams and pinks.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Scandinavian Swedish Kilim
Scandinavian Swedish Kilim

Scandinavian Swedish Kilim

Located in Ferrara, IT

This Swedish kilim, a type of flatweave rug, features a striking linear design characterized by its horizontal stripes of varying widths and colors.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 3'5'' x 6'6''
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 3'5'' x 6'6''

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 3'5'' x 6'6''

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim rug 3'5'' x 6'6''.

Category

Antique 1650s French Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Zabihi Collection Room Size Rustic Swedish Kilim
Zabihi Collection Room Size Rustic Swedish Kilim

Zabihi Collection Room Size Rustic Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

A room size Swedish Kilim from the middle of the 20th Century in rustic tones Measures: 8'3'' x 10'5''

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim 4'6'' x 6'5''
Vintage Swedish Kilim 4'6'' x 6'5''

Vintage Swedish Kilim 4'6'' x 6'5''

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim 4'6'' x 6'5''. Warm and cozy for a Nordic winter.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage Inspired Swedish Kilim Rug.
Nazmiyal Collection Vintage Inspired Swedish Kilim Rug.

Nazmiyal Collection Vintage Inspired Swedish Kilim Rug.

By Nazmiyal Collection

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Geometric Vintage Inspired Swedish Kilim Rug, Country of Origin: Pakistan, Circa date: Modern

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Scandinavian Modern Central Asia...

Materials

Wool

Blue and Cream Swedish Kilim
Blue and Cream Swedish Kilim

Blue and Cream Swedish Kilim

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim with a blue boarder and cream field.

Category

Vintage 1960s Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Swedish Kilim in Tones of Pink
Swedish Kilim in Tones of Pink

Swedish Kilim in Tones of Pink

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim in muted tones of pinks and beige signed GG.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim Signed GK
Mid-Century Swedish Kilim Signed GK

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim Signed GK

Located in London, England

"Mid-Century Swedish kilim in beige and blue with hints of pink.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Swedish Kilim Signed "A"
Large Swedish Kilim Signed "A"

Large Swedish Kilim Signed "A"

Located in London, England

A really nice example of a floral-patterned Swedish kilim in tones of cream, blue and green with hints of pink and purple.

Category

Vintage 1960s Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Swedish Kilim Mid-century Double Face
Swedish Kilim Mid-century Double Face

Swedish Kilim Mid-century Double Face

Located in Ferrara, IT

This is a mid-century Swedish kilim woven circa circa 1950 and it measures 230 X 166 CM.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Swedish Kilim in Tones of Red
Swedish Kilim in Tones of Red

Swedish Kilim in Tones of Red

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim in tones of red with a cream base. Some staining on one corner.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Scandinavian Swedish Kilim
Scandinavian Swedish Kilim

Scandinavian Swedish Kilim

Located in Ferrara, IT

This multi-color Sweden kilim is a truly remarkable piece that stands out for its unique and special characteristics.

Category

Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandi...

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Browns
Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Browns

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Browns

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim in tones of browns and creams with a plain central field and geometric pattern.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Abstract Swedish Kilim signed by MA
Zabihi Collection Abstract Swedish Kilim signed by MA

Zabihi Collection Abstract Swedish Kilim signed by MA

Located in New York, NY

Abstract Swedish Kilim from the middle of the 20th Century signed by MA Measures: 6'6'' x 10'3"

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'8'' x 8'5''
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'8'' x 8'5''

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'8'' x 8'5''

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'8'' x 8'5''. An empty straw field is framed by a beige border decorated with stepped octagons and additional octagons rivet the field and border.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Swedish Kilim Rug 4'3'' x 6'7''
Swedish Kilim Rug 4'3'' x 6'7''

Swedish Kilim Rug 4'3'' x 6'7''

Located in New York, NY

Swedish Kilim Rug 4'3'' x 6'7''. Looks Navajo, but with a wider palette and looser, shared warp construction.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Scandinavian Swedish Kilim Mid-Century
Scandinavian Swedish Kilim Mid-Century

Scandinavian Swedish Kilim Mid-Century

Located in Ferrara, IT

This Swedish kilim boasts a soft multi-color palette and features a charming stripe design that adds a touch of contemporary elegance to its overall aesthetic.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim Signed C
Mid-Century Swedish Kilim Signed C

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim Signed C

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim with a pink border and cream field.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim Signed TA
Mid-Century Swedish Kilim Signed TA

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim Signed TA

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim in tones of blues, creams and purples, with a three panel geometric design.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Swedish Kilim Rug 4'5'' x 6'3''
Swedish Kilim Rug 4'5'' x 6'3''

Swedish Kilim Rug 4'5'' x 6'3''

$1,160Sale Price|20% Off

Swedish Kilim Rug 4'5'' x 6'3''

Located in New York, NY

Swedish Kilim Rug 4'5'' x 6'3''. A technique rather than a type of rug.

Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 6'5'' x 9'4''
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 6'5'' x 9'4''

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 6'5'' x 9'4''

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim rug 6'5'' x 9'4''. The tangerine rust "border" expands at the corners and frames a stepped lozenge tile pattern in straw, tangerine-rust and buff-beige, with t...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Navy and Pink
Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Navy and Pink

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Navy and Pink

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim in tones of blues and pinks in a geometric pattern.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Grey Tones
Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Grey Tones

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Grey Tones

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim in tones of grey, pink and beige. Signed BLS.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Blue and Cream
Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Blue and Cream

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Blue and Cream

By Ingegerd Silow

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish kilim in the manner of Ingergerd Silow. In tones of blue and cream, with a scalloped border.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim by IS
Mid-Century Swedish Kilim by IS

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim by IS

Located in London, England

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim by Ingegerd Silow. Good size and great wool quality.

Category

Vintage 1960s Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'6'' x 7'6''
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'6'' x 7'6''

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'6'' x 7'6''

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim rug measure 5'6'' x 7'6''. The closely varied apricot-tan open field is framed by a wide goldenrod border of concave stepped diamonds alternating with octogramm...

Category

Antique 1650s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Pale Blue Tones
Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Pale Blue Tones

Mid-Century Swedish Kilim in Pale Blue Tones

By Anna Johanna Ångström

Located in London, England

Large size mid-century Swedish kilim on tones of blues and creams with touches of pink and green.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'2'' x 8'0"
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'2'' x 8'0"

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'2'' x 8'0"

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'2'' x 8'0". The beige ground runs out to the very edges.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 6'6'' x 9'11''
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 6'6'' x 9'11''

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 6'6'' x 9'11''

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim rug 6'6'' x 9'11''. Ten eight point "Lesghi stars" in medium-dark blue and rust determine geometrically conforming straw border.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'10'' x 7'10''
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'10'' x 7'10''

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'10'' x 7'10''

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'10'' x 7'10''. The rich chocolate field displays a five by seven array of red, straw and cream rows of five triangle-assembly stars, with a row of five le...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4’10"x 7’2”
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4’10"x 7’2”

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4’10"x 7’2”

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4’10"x 7’2”. A technique rather than a type of rug.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 3'7" x 5’9"
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 3'7" x 5’9"

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 3'7" x 5’9"

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 3'7" x 5’9". A technique rather than a type of rug.

Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4’0" x 5’6”
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4’0" x 5’6”

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4’0" x 5’6”

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 4’0" x 5’6”. A technique rather than a type of rug.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'9'' x 7'11''
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'9'' x 7'11''

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'9'' x 7'11''

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'9'' x 7'11''. The warm sandy ground shows a pattern of long color dashes on all four sides, with a tonally conforming central three column rectangles.

Category

Mid-20th Century Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug, circa Mid-20th Century
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug, circa Mid-20th Century

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug, circa Mid-20th Century

By Ingegerd Silow

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a Swedish Kilim rug from the mid-20th century. It is signed "IS" by designer Ingegerd Silow.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim rug "Hardanger" by Ingegerd Silow
Vintage Swedish Kilim rug "Hardanger" by Ingegerd Silow

Vintage Swedish Kilim rug "Hardanger" by Ingegerd Silow

By Ingegerd Silow

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim rug "Hardanger" by Ingegerd Silow from the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'4'' x 6'0"
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'4'' x 6'0"

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'4'' x 6'0"

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug 5'4'' x 6'. A Scandinavian flatwoven cover with bands of extra-weft patterning on a salmon-rust ground.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug, circa Mid-20th Century
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug, circa Mid-20th Century

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug, circa Mid-20th Century

By Brita Svefors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Swedish kilim rug, signed by designer Britta Swefors is from mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Category

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Vintage Swedish Handwoven Rug
Vintage Swedish Handwoven Rug

Vintage Swedish Handwoven Rug

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W 55.52 in L 80.71 in

Vintage Swedish Handwoven Rug

Located in Alvesta, SE

Also known as Röllakan, Rolakan, flat-weave rug or vintage Swedish Kilim.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Swedish Röllakan Rug Signed IS Ingegerd Silow
Swedish Röllakan Rug Signed IS Ingegerd Silow

Swedish Röllakan Rug Signed IS Ingegerd Silow

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W 66.93 in L 96.46 in

Swedish Röllakan Rug Signed IS Ingegerd Silow

By Ingegerd Silow

Located in Alvesta, SE

Also known as Röllakan, Rolakan, flat-weave rug or vintage Swedish Kilim.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern More Carpets

Vintage Swedish Handwoven Rug Signed Is by Ingegerd Silow
Vintage Swedish Handwoven Rug Signed Is by Ingegerd Silow

Vintage Swedish Handwoven Rug Signed Is by Ingegerd Silow

By Ingegerd Silow

Located in Alvesta, SE

Also known as Röllakan, Rolakan, flat-weave rug or vintage Swedish Kilim.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern More Carpets

Materials

Wool

20th Century Swedish Röllakan Flat-Weave Carpet Signed UB
20th Century Swedish Röllakan Flat-Weave Carpet Signed UB

20th Century Swedish Röllakan Flat-Weave Carpet Signed UB

Located in Alvesta, SE

Also known as Röllakan, Rolakan, flat-weave rug or vintage Swedish Kilim.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Scandinavian Modern Mid-20th Century Ingrid Dessau Reversible Carpet
Scandinavian Modern Mid-20th Century Ingrid Dessau Reversible Carpet

Scandinavian Modern Mid-20th Century Ingrid Dessau Reversible Carpet

By Ingrid Dessau

Located in Stockholm, SE

Like many exquisite vintage Swedish kilims, this beautiful vintage rug is designed to use minimal colors and forms to create a more abstract appearance for the viewer to enjoy.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Linen

Vintage Scandinavian Kilim Rug, Sweden, Dated 1964
Vintage Scandinavian Kilim Rug, Sweden, Dated 1964

Vintage Scandinavian Kilim Rug, Sweden, Dated 1964

Located in Wilmington, DE

A vintage Scandinavian Kilim rug from Sweden, dated 1964. This piece features a beautiful soft palette.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Kilim Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Swedish Design Flatweave Kilim
Contemporary Swedish Design Flatweave Kilim

Contemporary Swedish Design Flatweave Kilim

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W 110.24 in L 72.84 in

Contemporary Swedish Design Flatweave Kilim

Located in London, GB

Flatweave carpets – known as röllakan – have been woven in Sweden since the 17th Century or earlier, but experienced a particular revival in the mid-20th Century, incorporating eleme...

Category

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Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Design Kilim
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Design Kilim

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Design Kilim

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W 96.46 in L 70.87 in

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Design Kilim

Located in London, GB

This finely handwoven contemporary kilim, inspired by mid-century modern Swedish pieces, represents a wonderful example of its type – perhaps its most attractive feature is the subtl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavi...

Materials

Wool

Set of Kilim Covered Mahogany Chairs, Sweden, circa 1900
Set of Kilim Covered Mahogany Chairs, Sweden, circa 1900

Set of Kilim Covered Mahogany Chairs, Sweden, circa 1900

Unavailable

H 34.18 in W 15.75 in D 18 in

Set of Kilim Covered Mahogany Chairs, Sweden, circa 1900

Located in Hudson, NY

A simple viewpoint on the mahogany frame has an Art Nouveau reference in the curve and channeling of the chair back and legs, circa 1900, likely Swedish. Set updated with full uphols...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

1950 Swedish Double Side Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Carpet
1950 Swedish Double Side Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Carpet

1950 Swedish Double Side Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Carpet

Located in Drottningholm, SE

1950 Swedish double side flat-weave wool Kilim carpet, A very nice two tone grey flat-weave carpet in a very nice condition, The size is 202cm x 130cm.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Swedish Mid-Century Kilim by Anne-Marie Boberg 1950s
Swedish Mid-Century Kilim by Anne-Marie Boberg 1950s

Swedish Mid-Century Kilim by Anne-Marie Boberg 1950s

Located in St-Brais, JU

* Mid century carpet designed by Anne-Marie Boberg * Signed with the initials AMB * Produced in Sweden * Good vintage condition, with minor signs of usage * 1950's * Mid century...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1960-1970 Swedish Double Sided Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Carpet
1960-1970 Swedish Double Sided Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Carpet

1960-1970 Swedish Double Sided Flat-Weave Wool Kilim Carpet

Located in Drottningholm, SE

1960-1970 Swedish double sided flat-weave wool Kilim carpet.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Swedish Erik Lundberg Flat-Weave Röllakan Wool Kilim Carpet Vemmenhög, 1950
Swedish Erik Lundberg Flat-Weave Röllakan Wool Kilim Carpet Vemmenhög, 1950

Swedish Erik Lundberg Flat-Weave Röllakan Wool Kilim Carpet Vemmenhög, 1950

By Erik Lundberg

Located in Drottningholm, SE

1950 Swedish Erik Lundberg flat-weave Röllakan wool Kilim carpet Vemmenhög.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Western European Rugs

Swedish Mid-Century Kilim by Anne-Marie Boberg 1950s with Blue Patterns
Swedish Mid-Century Kilim by Anne-Marie Boberg 1950s with Blue Patterns

Swedish Mid-Century Kilim by Anne-Marie Boberg 1950s with Blue Patterns

Located in St-Brais, JU

* Mid century carpet designed by Anne-Marie Boberg * Signed with the initials AMB * Produced in Sweden 1950's * Hand woven in wool * Mid century, Scandinavian * Good vintage c...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Scandinavian Kilim
Vintage Scandinavian Kilim

Vintage Scandinavian Kilim

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W 86.62 in L 94.49 in

Vintage Scandinavian Kilim

Located in Florence, IT

Charming bouquets, floral motifs,eye-catching little birds and a decorated frame adorn the creamy ecru field of this stunning vintage Scandinavian rug (Sweden, Finland or Ukraine) ...

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20th Century Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Snowflake Kilim, Northern Europe, 1950s
Snowflake Kilim, Northern Europe, 1950s

Snowflake Kilim, Northern Europe, 1950s

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W 40 in L 66 in

Snowflake Kilim, Northern Europe, 1950s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

We believe this simple snowflake Kilim to be of Norther European design and make.

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Midcentury Ida Rydelius Flat-Weave Kilim Rug with Fringe
Midcentury Ida Rydelius Flat-Weave Kilim Rug with Fringe

Midcentury Ida Rydelius Flat-Weave Kilim Rug with Fringe

By Ida Rydelius

Located in Memphis, TN

Mid century Ida Rydelius flat-weave kilim rug with fringe on two sides.Geometric pattern in reds, light blue, and cream. Brand marked with initials IR for authenticity. 77" x 57"

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Kilim Technique Parquet Tetragon Small Rug in Blue by Front
Kilim Technique Parquet Tetragon Small Rug in Blue by Front

Kilim Technique Parquet Tetragon Small Rug in Blue by Front

By GAN Rugs

Located in New York, NY

Swedish design and premium quality kilims. Technique and creativity from East and West meet in perfect harmony.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Kilim Technique Parquet Hexagon Large Rug in Orange by Front
Kilim Technique Parquet Hexagon Large Rug in Orange by Front

Kilim Technique Parquet Hexagon Large Rug in Orange by Front

By GAN Rugs

Located in New York, NY

Swedish design and premium quality kilims. Technique and creativity from East and West meet in perfect harmony.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

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Wool

Kilim Technique Parquet Tetragon Large Rug in Blue by Front
Kilim Technique Parquet Tetragon Large Rug in Blue by Front

Kilim Technique Parquet Tetragon Large Rug in Blue by Front

By GAN Rugs

Located in New York, NY

Swedish design and premium quality kilims. Technique and creativity from East and West meet in perfect harmony.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Kilim Technique Parquet Rhomb Small Rug in Yellow by Front
Kilim Technique Parquet Rhomb Small Rug in Yellow by Front

Kilim Technique Parquet Rhomb Small Rug in Yellow by Front

By GAN Rugs

Located in New York, NY

Swedish design and premium quality kilims. Technique and creativity from East and West meet in perfect harmony.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

GAN Parquet Tetragon Rug in Blue Wool by Front
GAN Parquet Tetragon Rug in Blue Wool by Front

GAN Parquet Tetragon Rug in Blue Wool by Front

By Front Design, GAN Rugs

Located in New York, NY

Swedish design and premium quality Kilims. Technique and creativity from East and West meet in perfect harmony.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Carpets

Materials

Wool

GAN Parquet Rhomb Rug in Yellow Wool by Front
GAN Parquet Rhomb Rug in Yellow Wool by Front

GAN Parquet Rhomb Rug in Yellow Wool by Front

By Front Design, GAN Rugs

Located in New York, NY

Swedish design and premium quality kilims. Technique and creativity from East and West meet in perfect harmony.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Carpets

Materials

Wool

GAN Parquet Hexagon Rug in Orange Wool by Front
GAN Parquet Hexagon Rug in Orange Wool by Front

GAN Parquet Hexagon Rug in Orange Wool by Front

By Front Design, GAN Rugs

Located in New York, NY

Swedish design and premium quality kilims. Technique and creativity from East and West meet in perfect harmony.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Carpets

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 77 in L 111 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Intermediate-size one of a kind mid-20th century Swedish Kilim with a floral design in green yellow and brow Measures: 6'5'' x 9'3".

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 48 in L 81 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

This delightful vintage Swedish Kilim has a cutting-edge visage with coffered figures and partial compartments that are exceedingly modern.

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 68 in L 94 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Boldly decorated and vividly colored, this evocative vintage Swedish Kilim features a stunning striated background that incorporates a rich variety of fuchsia pinks, violet hues and ...

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20th Century Swedish Art Deco Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 65 in L 92 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

This extraordinary vintage Swedish Kilim showcases a striking pattern of zigzagging latticework figures.

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 120 in L 78 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

This magnificent antique Swedish Kilim features a phenomenal geometric composition comprised of many distinct patterns and components.

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20th Century Swedish Art Deco Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 63 in L 100 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim, origin: Sweden, circa: mid-20th century.

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 220 in L 115 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Drawn in a formal and highly geometric style, this classical vintage Swedish Kilim has a modern style that is elegant and refined.

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 120 in L 77 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Swedish Rug, Scandinavia, Mid 20th Century - Created by Marta Maas-Fjetterstrom circa 1950, this charming flat-woven kilim from Sweden features a fantastic tile pattern with interloc...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

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W 53 in L 80 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Precise geometric patterns woven in a combination of subdued and softly mottled colors give this Swedish Kilim an impressionistic quality and exceptional texture.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 96 in L 144 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Swedish Kilim, Origin: Sweden, Circa: Mid- 20th Century - This vintage rug is a pleasing combination of traditional Scandinavian weaving and modern geometric elements.

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

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W 92 in L 66 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

By Ingegerd Silow

Located in New York, NY

Swedish kilim tapestry rugs or Rollakan have a long history in Swedish weaving, reaching right into the Modern period.

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

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W 80 in L 53 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Swedish kilim tapestry rugs or Rollakan have a long history in Swedish weaving, reaching right into the Modern period.

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 54 in L 75 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

The clever color scheme highlights the bold blue background while repurposing the oceanic hues that appear within the intricately patterned field of this fantastic vintage Swedish ki...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 43 in L 93 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

This chic vintage mid-century Swedish Kilim depicts a classically modern series of tiled compartments.

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Swedish Kilim with Facial Figure
Swedish Kilim with Facial Figure

Swedish Kilim with Facial Figure

Located in New York, NY

A late 20th century one of a kind Swedish Kilim featuring an irregular shaped face.

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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 89 in L 83 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Using soft monochromatic colors and crisp geometric patterns, this splendid mid-century Swedish Kilim creates a spectacular illusion that is emphasized by the lenticular stripes and ...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 139 in L 97 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

The balanced color scheme, well-defined rectilinear motifs and textural accents give this vintage Swedish Kilim an elegant appearance that has subtle modern influences, deco-style de...

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 64 in L 91 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

This phenomenal vintage Swedish Kilim depicts a beautiful variety of beguiling geometric designs and charming flower-like motifs arranged in an expertly styled pattern.

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20th Century Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 51 in L 75 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Chic woven textures, heather gray accents and decorative motifs woven in a countrified combination of bluestone and maize yellow give this vintage Swedish Kilim a luxurious handcraft...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 65 in L 91 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

By Ingegerd Silow

Located in New York, NY

This beautifully styled vintage Swedish Kilim has an impeccable composition with carefully selected colors and exquisite geometric motifs that have their own unique style.

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 140 in L 113 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Classically Scandinavian, this delightful vintage Swedish Kilim depicts a simplistic combination of repeating large-scale and small-scale stepped lozenges that are set over a sensuou...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 120 in L 78 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite vintage Swedish Kilim depicts a strong compartmental composition executed in a delicate combination of tonal neutrals that are paired with soft maize-yellow accents, w...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 115 in L 135 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Created in Sweden, this gorgeous Scandinavian Kilim showcases a brilliant all-over pattern that is rendered in a chic, understated palette of modern earth tones.

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 91 in L 66 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

By Ingegerd Silow

Located in New York, NY

This sophisticated vintage Swedish Kilim features a broad color scheme that is centered on chic earth tones, saffron yellows and periwinkle blue accents.

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20th Century Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 81 in L 55 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully composed, this stunning vintage Swedish Kilim was signed by textile artist Ingegerd Silow and depicts layers of richly detailed patterns, stylized motifs and formal geome...

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20th Century Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim
Vintage Swedish Kilim

Vintage Swedish Kilim

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W 108 in L 141 in

Vintage Swedish Kilim

Located in New York, NY

This marvelous vintage Swedish Kilim is folksy, whimsical and fully captures the spirit of historic Scandinavian designs and regional handcrafts.

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Swedish Kilim Double-sided
Vintage Swedish Kilim Double-sided

Vintage Swedish Kilim Double-sided

Located in New York, NY

Pleasantly restrained and masterfully composed this exceptional vintage Swedish Kilim is an authentic example that less really is more.

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Swedish Kilim For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Swedish kilim available at 1stDibs. A Swedish kilim — often made from fabric, wool and linen — can elevate any home. There are 340 variations of the antique or vintage Swedish kilim you’re looking for, while we also have 60 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Swedish kilim, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A Swedish kilim is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Swedish kilim over the years, but those crafted by Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Ingegerd Silow and Nordic Knots are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Swedish Kilim?

Prices for a Swedish kilim start at $319 and top out at $60,000 with the average selling for $6,500.

Finding the Right Rugs And Carpets for You

Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.

In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.

It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.

Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.

Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.) 

When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.  

If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans. 

Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin. 

The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor. 

With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.