Doris Leslie Blau Collection Scandinavian Design Geometric Hand Knotted Wool Rug N11650 4'10" × 7'1" $4,000

Scandinavian design is one of the most sough-after decorating styles in the world due to its timeless beauty, practicality and versatility. This contemporary Swedish pile rug embodies the greatest ideals of the traditional northern craft. Its simplistic design incorporates quadrangle forms executed in an elegant color palette of cool light gray and dark slate gray shades against the warmer ivory background, surrounded by the stripe of dark slate gray which encloses and completes the entire composition.

The Swedish shag rug is distinguished by the upmost durability thanks to the thorough hand-making of the finest wool in accordance with old and refined weaving techniques by a skilled artisan. It will surely survive many years without any signs of wear, pleasing the eyes, hand and feet of its lucky owners with the cushy and tender pile.

This minimalistic creation will be perfect for a wide array of interior arrangements, bringing in the irresistible charm and welcoming atmosphere of the Scandinavian aesthetics.

A rug has always been an integral part of it. Deeply inspired by the breathtaking landscapes of mountains, seashores and idyllic countryside, Swedish rugs expression lies in simple, geometric forms – a symbolic representation of nature. Toned, pastel color palette is dominated by shades of dusty blue, pink and brown. It has not changed over the years, if anything, it improved. Nowadays, next to historical motifs, one may find fresh and contemporary influences, which do not disturb the original harmony and artistry in the slightest.

Mid-century Swedish inspired rug made in India.

Doris Leslie Blau carries an exceptional collection of modern rugs inspired by mid-century Swedish designs. We stay true to the legendary tradition of Scandinavian craftsmanship by hand-weaving flatweave wool Rölakan rugs and wool pile Rya rugs that are very close in looks and feel to the original ones. Contemporary hand-made rugs are a bridge throughout history, they are the fruit of the constant evolution of the weaving craft that has accompanied men since the dawn of civilization.