Scandinavian Rollaken Flatweave Rug, Light Green Open Field, Circa 1950s

A plain, slightly varied, light blue field is framed by a border of squares in shades of light blue, pale blue, and light grey, with cross details in every second panel. Wool pattern...

This long pile scatter shows a terracotta field covered by a dense rose and daffodil pattern, with leaves, stems and buds filling every available space. No borders.

Overwashed, modern aesthetic, faded olive Hamadan rug (Persian) with beautiful allover field

The dun yellow field features five feather-like stylized trees accented in red, sand and light blue. Secondary parallel geometric flowers. Art Deco style in good condition.  

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Rollakan rugs are a type of traditional Swedish flat-woven rug. The name "rollakan" comes from the Swedish words "rulla" (to roll) and "lakan" (sheet). These rugs are characterized by their flat, reversible weave and often feature geometric patterns or pictorial designs. Rollakan rugs are created using a tapestry weaving technique, where the weft threads are tightly woven into the warp threads to create the desired pattern. They are known for their versatility and durability. The designs on rollakan rugs can vary widely, ranging from simple geometric shapes to intricate motifs inspired by nature, folklore, or traditional Swedish art. Historically, rollakan rugs were woven by rural communities in Sweden and were used as floor coverings, bed covers, or wall hangings. Today, they continue to be appreciated for their beauty and craftsmanship and are often sought after as collectible items or used to enhance the décor of modern interiors. Rollakan rugs are typically made using natural materials such as wool or linen, providing a sustainable and environmentally friendly option. They are also known for their vibrant colors, often achieved through the use of natural dyes. Overall, rollakan rugs represent a significant part of Sweden's weaving heritage and are cherished for their unique designs and craftsmanship. Eliko Rugs by David...

The borderless, cream field shows a charmingly unbalanced central motif of stepped curled leaf style elements, abstract depicting V-shaped flowers, with secondary cross-hatch element...

This is a vintage Scandinavian Kilim rug woven circa 1950s with quite a beautiful composition. It features an elegant display of floral ...

This wool wefted tapestry-weave scatter shows a minutely abrashed, five part rectangular camel field framed by a broad cream-sand border featuring stepped multicolour diamonds. Plai...

This is Scandinavian flat woven runner from circa 1950. It features a charming color palette based on pastel tones of soft colors. In the ground, the combination of brown, blue, yell...

In shades of gray and blue with an abstract pattern of mostly vertical sawtooth edged strips and seemingly random arrays of small diamonds. You can read a dense forest and flowering ...

This is a vintage Swedish "Rya" rug woven circa 1920-1950 and measures 198 X 138 CM. It features a mesmerizing contemporary mid-century design that looks simple but complex at the sa...