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Nordic Firelight: A Rare Scandinavian Swedish Rya Masterpiece in Full Bloom
$5,460
£4,146.19
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79051 Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Rya, 05'03 x 07'06. Immerse yourself in the magnetic vibrancy of this hand-knotted wool Swedish rya rug—a dazzling artifact of mid-20th century Scandinavian design, where functionality met flamboyance in the most refined way. Crafted in the post-war period when Swedish textile art flourished as a movement of radical optimism, this extraordinary masterpiece is more than a floor covering—it is a sensorial and cultural statement, spun from the heart of Northern Europe’s golden age of modernism.
The composition ignites with unapologetic saturation: radiant hues of vermilion, saffron, and coral pulse with kinetic energy, layered in lush shag textures that echo the chromatic intensity of 1960s Pop Art and Finnish Marimekko prints. Twin floral medallions bloom across a backdrop of deep claret, their flame-like petals feathering outward in rhythmic symmetry. Each precious knot vibrates with life, evoking the warmth of a midsummer bonfire or the embers of a long Nordic twilight. This is a rug that doesn’t whisper—it sings.
Beyond aesthetics, the rya tradition holds profound cultural significance. Once woven as dowry gifts and bridal bed coverings in rural Sweden, rya rugs were repositories of identity, fertility, and warmth—woven not just to warm the body but to fortify the soul. This exquisite work of art carries forward that legacy in a thoroughly modern voice. Its tactile depth invites touch, while its bold design becomes a sculptural presence in any space—be it a minimalist penthouse, an Art Collector’s retreat, or a curated gallery setting.
Exceptionally rare in both its preservation and audacious palette, this vintage Scandinavian rya rug offers more than décor—it is a curated experience of prestige, an emblem of storied heritage paired with avant-garde design. In a world saturated with the ordinary, this piece stands apart as a coveted heirloom for the discerning collector—timeless, symbolic, and exquisitely Scandinavian.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in Sweden.
Measures: 05'03 x 07'06.
Pile Height: 0.22 of an inch.
Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
- Similar to:Märta Måås-Fjetterström (Designer)
- Dimensions:Width: 63 in (160.02 cm)Length: 90 in (228.6 cm)
- Style:Aesthetic Movement (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950-1959
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79051 Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Rya Rug, 05'03 x 07'061stDibs: LU942942297222
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