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Vintage Scandinavian Pictorial Tapestry Rug

About the Item

A rare and unusual flat-woven tapestry, depicting a courtly scene. Folk weavings such as this example are characteristic of the Scandinavian rural textile tradition, which has a long history both in Sweden as well as Norway. This piece is quite sturdily woven and can be used both as a hanging as well as a floor covering.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 30.71 in (78 cm)Length: 64.97 in (165 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1940
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Alberto Levi Gallery 009721stDibs: LU954940631902

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