Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Scandinavian Rug. Size: 4 ft 8 in x 6 ft 8 in
By Wanda Krakow
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Scandinavian rug by Wanda Krakow, Origin: Sweden, circa mid-20th century. Size: 4 ft 8 in x 6 ft 8 in (1.42 m x 2.03 m)
This wonderfully modern midcentury vintage rug featur...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Swedish Deco Rug. Size: 4 ft x 6 ft
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Swedish Deco rug, origin: Sweden, mid-20th century. Size: 4 ft. x 6 ft. (1.22 m x 1.83 m)
Full of style, color and energy, this inviting midcentury Scandinavian vintage rug ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Scandinavian Rya Rug, 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
Scandinavian rya wool rug with a colorful pattern. The rug is a great example of 1960s pop art and is handmade with a unique technique characteristic ...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Modernist Abstract Ege Rya
By Ege Rya
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare opportunity to acquire an amazing modern abstract Scandinavian shag rug, attributed to Ege Rya. The carpet is a thick shag, with two tone bl...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Swedish Rug by Judith Johansson Spise Hall
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Swedish Rug by Judith Johansson Spise Hall
Size: 6'10" × 9'0" (208 × 274 cm)
A mid-century Swedish flat-weave wool rug “Spice Hall” by Judith Johansson with woven initials (J...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Swedish Gunilla Lagerhem Ullberg Kilim Runner. 2' 9" x 7' 10"
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous vintage Swedish Kilim Runner by Gunilla Lagerhem Ullberg, country of origin / rug type: Vintage Scandinavian rugs, date: circa mid-20th century. Size: 2 ft 9 in x 7 ft 10 in...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Carpet Sign, a. Chruba, Year 1960
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Carpet
Sign: A. Churba
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you have any questions we are at your disposal.
Pushing the but...
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1960s Argentine Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Genuine Vintage Scandinavian Flat Weaved Kilim Rug, 1950s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Genuine vintage Scandinavian Kilim rug. Stylized floral design with empty center, suitable to place it under a coffee table.
The color palette comprises of gentle shades of teal gree...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Swedish Ege Rug. Size: 8 ft x 11 ft
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully artistic vintage Swedish Robert Jacobsen Ege rug, country of origin / rug type: Vintage Ege rug, circa mid–20th century. Size: 8 ft x 11 ft (2.44 m x 3.35 m)
This brilliant, abstract vintage rug by artist Robert Jacobsen was designed for Axminster Ege. The company began its life as a world-renowned maker of fine art carpets in 1938. Today, it remains a brand that is known for excellence in design and quality craftsmanship. This Robert Jacobsen abstract transforms the world of painting into the medium of rug weaving.
The colors of the vintage Ege rug are bright and reminiscent of the colors of spring. The contrasting blues, lavender and sunshine yellow are splashed upon a white canvas. Heavy black splashes are drizzled throughout to create a point of contrast that highlights the form of the design.
This charming modern art rug is the perfect addition to any contemporary design. the artistic vintage Axminster...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Rug Designed by Carl Dangel, Rölakan Flatweave Technique, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Dangel
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rug designed by Carl Dangel,
Sweden, 1950s.
Handwoven wool carpet in Rölakan flatweave technique.
Signed.
Dimensions:
L: 304 cm / 9’ 11 3/4’’
W: 197 cm / 6’ 5 1/2’’
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Mid-20th Century Vintage Swedish Red Rag Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th Century Vintage Swedish Red Rag Rug
Size: 7.8" × 10.2" (233 × 309 cm).
A Mid-20th century vintage Swedish rag rug. Featuring a symmetrical geometric design with stripes and ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Swedish Floral Design Flat Woven Rug by Ingegerd Silow
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Swedish floral design flat woven rug by Ingegerd Silow
Size: 2'9" × 4'1" (83 × 124 cm)
A rare, vintage Swedish flat-weave wool rug designed by Ingegerd Silow, signed IS at th...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Swedish Kilim Ingegerd Silow Design Geometric
Located in Bochum, NRW
Vintage Swedish Kilim Ingegerd Silow Design Geometric Pattern, Sweden 1960s.
Genuine Röllakan made of wool, hand woven, the light blue field features an all-over geometric pattern c...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Swedish Flat Woven Rug by Ulla Pakdal
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th Century Swedish flat woven rg by Ulla Pakdal
Size: 5'3" × 7'9" (160 × 236 cm)
A Swedish hand-woven wool rug designed by Ulla Parkdal with woven initials (UP) at a corner. It...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Mid-Century Shag Rug by Ege Ryam
By Ege Rya
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vibrant Scandinavian fire pattern shag rug by Ege Rya has a thick wool pile, with vibrant colors in red, orange, pink, and brown colors. This vintage large carpet is sure to add...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug. Size: 5 ft 4 in x 7 ft 10 in
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Swedish double-sided rug, origin: Sweden, circa mid-20th century. Size: 5 ft 4 in x 7 ft 10 in (1.63 m x 2.39 m)
Here is a charming vintage Swedish rug, a midcentury piece...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug Designed by Ingegerd Silow, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rug designed by Ingegerd Silow,
Sweden, 1950s.
Signed.
Wool.
Measurements:
L: 253 cm / 8' 3 1/2''
W: 168 cm / 5' 6 1/2''
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
The Expidition Mid-Century Modern Polish Wool Rug
By Wawel, P. Broste Copenhagen
Located in Garnerville, NY
Broste, Denmark is known as one of Scandinavia's leading interior brands importing luxury items from all over the world. Founded in 1955. This Polish flatweave rug or tapestry was im...
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1970s Polish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Scandinavian Carpet Woven Rug Pink Rollakan Rolakan Carpet Swedish, G120
Located in Lyon, FR
Very large scandinavian rug from the 60s. Flat weaving technique (rillakan), wool on linen. Traditional geometrical patterns in pink, white and ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool, Linen
Margareta Ahlstedt-Willandt Finnish Flatweave Rug, Lempäälän Mattokutomo Oy
Located in Dallas, TX
78477 Vintage Finnish Flatweave Rug, 06'04 x 09'10. Emanating autumn in Finland with incredible detail and texture, this handwoven Finnish flatweave ...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Modern Kilim Rug Striped Geometric Kilim Area Rug Wool Cream Grey Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
This bold geometric Kilim is a new modern rug woven by hand in Afghanistan. The patterns in this piece cover the whole face of this rug with eye-catching stripes, dots and oval shape...
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2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
Vintage Rya Handmade Carpet, Swedish Rug, Colorful and Vibrant, Wool
Located in Port Washington, NY
1950s Swedish Rya rug with a colorful, vibrant, plush wool pile. Size: 6 X 8.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Swedish Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Rya Shag Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
Scandinavian Modern Swedish Rya rug. Light blue cream, pink, green and brown with a floral pattern. Hand-hooked of wool yarn, this is the perfect petite rug...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Rug, anonymous for Gammelstads Handväveri, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rug, anonymous for Gammelstads Handväveri,
Sweden, 1950s.
Wool.
Measures : L: 313 cm
Length including the tassels: 322 cm
W: 193 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Rug ‘Salerno Green’ Designed by Barbro Nilsson for MMF, Sweden, 1948
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rug ‘Salerno Green’ designed by Barbro Nilsson for MMF,
Sweden. 1948.
Wool.
Signed.
Rölakan technique.
This rug, designed in 1948, belongs to Barbro Nilsson’s renown...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Antique Caucasian Karabakh Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
61206 antique Caucasian Karabakh Runner, 04'02 x 10'05.
Showcasing a bold expressive design, incredible detail and texure, this hand knotted wool antique Caucasian Karabakh rug is a...
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Early 20th Century Russian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
1960s Danish Scandinavian RYA Rug
Located in Springfield, OR
1960s RYA rug made in Denmark. This rug contains lovely earth tones I've never seen in a RYA rug before.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Rolakan Swedish Kilim Rug by Brita Svefors, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Bochum, NRW
Swedish Kilim rug, Rolakan, flat-weave rug, by Brita Svefors, edited by Axeco Sweden. Geometric design in shades of green and beige. Excellent condition, as new, "S" artist's initial...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Modern Abstract Ege Rya Rug / Wall Hanging Signed & Dated 1977
By Marian Roth
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modern Abstract Ege Rya rug / wall hanging signed Marian Dully Rapp dated 1977, Stunning abstract design, Classic 70s palette, browns, orange's greys, tan...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Rug ‘Dukater’ Designed by Märta Måås-fjetterström, Sweden, 1924
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rug ‘Dukater’ designed by Märta Måås-Fjetterström,
Sweden, 1924.
Wool.
Signed MMF.
Measurements:
L: 347 cm
Length including the tassels: 365 cm
W: 265 cm.
Märta Måås-Fjetterstr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Mid-century Signed Scandinavian Rya Rug or Wall Hanging in Geometric Pattern
Located in Bochum, NRW
A Mid-century Scandinavian Rya rug crafted of hand knotted high pile wool in a geometric pattern, Signed lower left with monogram GW and dated 60 lower right. This vintage shag rug...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Rug ‘Salerno Grey’ designed by Barbro Nilsson for MMF AB, Sweden, 1948
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rug ‘Salerno Grey’ designed by Barbro Nilsson for Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB,
Sweden, 1948.
Hand-woven wool.
Rölakan technique.
Signed.
Provenance: From a private Swedish collect...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Style Kilim in White & Beige-Brown Geometric Patterns
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 5x8 flat weave is a new addition to the Scandinavian Kilim collection by Rug & Kilim. Handwoven in wool and natural yarns, its design reflects a contemporary take on mid-century...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Striped Kilim Rug Handmade Kelim Carpet Mustard Yellow Wool Area Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
This modern flatwoven Kilim is a handwoven piece constructed in Afghanistan. The design is woven with a bold stripe pattern with a simple mustard yellow and cream colour palette. This Fine wool Kilim is simple yet elegant and enhances both modern and Classic interior, especially Scandinavian Style. Suitable for use as a bedroom, living room, dining room or entranceway rug.
They were constructed in the early 21st century by master Afghan weavers who use only the finest locally sourced materials, including hand-spun wool and cotton. The bold and subtle colours both come from natural dyeing techniques that have been used for centuries. Flatwoven carpets and rugs have traditionally been used on both floors and walls for warmth and comfort. This modern Kilim is in excellent condition, ready for styling in any home or office environment.
Modern striped kilim rug...
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2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton
Rug, Anonymous, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rug, anonymous,
Sweden, 1950s.
Wool.
Rölakan technique.
Measures: L: 340 cm / 11' 3/20''
W: 254 cm / 8' 3/10''.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Swedish Geometric Flat-Weave Rug Signed MLB 1950s Scandinavian Artist
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Exceptional Swedish flat-weave Kilim rug.
Gorgeous blues and whites in a mesmerizing geometric design.
Signed by the weaver "MLB".
Measures: 84 x 57".
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tapestry, anonymous, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Tapestry, anonymous,
Sweden, 1960s.
Handwoven linen.
Measures: L: 239 cm / 7' 1/2''
W: 125 cm / 4'.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Linen
Shaggy Red Wool Rug by Barbro Nilsson for Märta Måås-Fjetterström MMF, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare shaggy wool rug / carpet designed by Barbro Nilsson for Märta Måås-Fjetterström / "MMF" and produced in the 1940s. In good vintage and original condition with signs from ag...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug, Anonymous, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rölakan technique.
Wool.
Measures: L: 313 cm / 10' 3 1/4''
W: 176 cm / 5' 9 1/4''.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Barbro Nilsson for Märta Måås-fjetterström "Solfläckar" Sunspots Tapestry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This tapestry-woven flat weave may be among the pinnacles of achievement for Barbo Nilsson at Märta Måås-Fjetterström. The colors are just as harmonious in 2022 as they were in 1955...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool, Linen
Genuine Vintage Swedish Kilim Rug, Geometric Design, attr. Karin Jönsson 1950s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Genuine Vintage Scandinavian Kilim rug, design attributed to Karin Jönsson.
The color palette comprises of gentle shades of beige, brown and grey, with black and rust pink accents, ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Scandinavian Ege Rug "Hurricane". 4 ft 7 in x 6 ft 8 in
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Scandinavian Ege Rug Named "Hurricane", Country of Origin / rug type: Scandinavia Rugs, Circa date: Vintage. Size: 4 ft 7 in x 6 ft 8 in (1.4 m x 2.03 ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Swedish Robert Jacobsen Ege Rug. 4 ft 6 in x 6 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Swedish Robert Jacobsen Ege Rug. Country of Origin / rug type: Scandinavia, Circa date: Mid-20th century. Size: 4 ft 6 in x 6 ft 7 in (1.37 m x 2.01 m)
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Midcentury Danish Modern Ege Rya Wool Shag Rug 'Autumn Leaf' 2, 5' x 4, 9'
By Ege Rya
Located in Bochum, NRW
Midcentury Danish Modern Ege Rya Wool Shag Rug 'Autumn Leaf' 2,5' x 4,9'
Vintage Danish modern Rya rug made of 100% wool made. This piece is enti...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Russian Roller Printed Cotton Fabric Panel, Mid-20th Century or Earlier
Located in Istanbul, TR
These type of Russian prints that are also called 'trade cloth' since they were made for Central Asian markets. They were used to make blankets and dresses, and also used for the lin...
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Mid-20th Century Russian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Cotton
Rug ‘Façade, Orange, Red’ Designed by Marianne Richter for MMF, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rölakan technique.
Wool.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug Designed by Sigvard Bernadotte, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rug designed by Sigvard Bernadotte,
Sweden. 1950s.
Wool.
Rölakan technique.
This eye-catching rug was designed by Sigvard Bernadotte in Sweden during the 1950s. The textile was woven into a pattern comprised of geometric squares in various shades of blue that are divided by a white grid pattern. This contrast further accentuates the different tones of blue in the rug. The weaver produced the rug using the flat weave method. This is traditionally known as the rölakan technique which has been used since in Sweden since the eighteenth century
Sigvard Bernadotte was a Swedish Prince with a real passion for design. He turned his hand to several design practices including silver objects and kitchen items...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
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Wool
Vintage Animal Pelt Design Swedish Rya Rug. 3 ft 2 in x 4 ft 10 in
Located in New York, NY
Animal Pelt Design Vintage Swedish Rya Rug, Country of Origin: Scandinavia, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century. Size: 3 ft 2 in x 4 ft 10 in (0.97 m x 1.47 m)
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-Century Rya Rug
By Helena Koskivaara, Finnrya Oy AB
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Striking Rya made with a high-quality handmade Rya weaving technique. To be used as a floor rug or a decorative wall hanging. In perfect condition, ready to hang. Sweden, circa 1960.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Red Flat Woven Double Sided Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage flat woven double sided red rug
Size: 9'8" × 10'3" (294 × 312 cm)
A vintage double sided, flat weave wool rug dating back to circa 1960. The main field features an all over d...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Scandinavian Ege Art Line Rug "Running". 8 ft 2 in x 11 ft
Located in New York, NY
Colorful Vintage Scandinavian Ege Art Line Rug Named "Running", Country of Origin / rug type: Scandinavia Rugs, Circa date: Vintage. Size: 8 ft 2 in x 11...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Woven Wool Tapestry in the Style of Evelyn Ackerman
Located in Bochum, NRW
Tapestry / wall decoration woven in Flemish technique, depicting an outdoor scene with people and trees in several shades of green, red and yellow against a brown-black background. Wool yarn in weft, lingarn in warp. Fitted on wooden panel. Overall good condition, some wear to the fringes.
Dimensions: 70x44cm [30,31 x 17,32 in.]
Flemish fabric actually means fabric that comes from Flanders, but has become synonymous with the weaving technique used. It is a simplified tapestry technique.
Flemish fabrics have been used for cushions for chairs...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Eastern Vibrant Patchwork Kilim Wall Hanging Stripe Geometric Pattern Flat Weave
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Direct from a estate full of Eastern antiques and mid-century furnish. This wonderful wall hanging just needs to be cleaned and will be ready to re-de...
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1930s Turkish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pillow Cases Made from Mid-20th Century Russian Cotton Printed Textile, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
They do not come with inserts but bags made to size to accommodate insert materials.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is reccomended.
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Mid-20th Century Russian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Cotton
Tapestry Designed by Roland Kempe, Sweden, 1956
Located in Stockholm, SE
Tapestry designed by Roland Kempe,
Sweden. 1956.
Tapestry technique.
Signed.
Provenance: Örenäs Castle, Skåne.
Measurements:
H: 226 cm /7' 4"
W: 374 cm / 12' 3".
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Fabric
Zabihi Collection Swedish Rug Signed by Alice Wallebäck
Located in New York, NY
Abstract Swedish flatweave carpet by Alice Wallebäck
Measures: 24'' x 32''
Alice Wallebäck rugs are beautiful Swedish röllakan carpets with a ...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Flat Weave Rug Designed by Greta Skogster-Lehtinen, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Flat Weave Rug designed by Greta Skogster-Lehtinen,
Sweden, 1930s.
Fabric.
Measures:
L: 308 cm
W: 220 cm
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
Fabric
1960's Danish Graphic Art Screen-Print Tapestry Wall Hanging Sodahl Design Jute
By Södahl AS
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Large modernist 100% jute Mid-Century Modern Danish graphic art screen print tapestry. Wood dowels are in the ends for hanging.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
Materials
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Mid-century Modern russian and scandinavian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern russian and scandinavian rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage russian and scandinavian rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern russian and scandinavian rugs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original russian and scandinavian rugs, popular names associated with this style include Rug & Kilim, Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Barbro Lundberg Nilsson, and Ege Rya. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for russian and scandinavian rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $5,024 and tops out at $66,000 while the average work can sell for $24,491.
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