Mid-Century Scandinavian Abstract Blue Flatweave Wool Rug Signed Ab BB5383 5'8" × 7'11" $22,000

This vintage Swedish flat-weave wool rug, woven circa 1960 and signed AB, reflects the clean-lined Scandinavian modernist tradition. Handwoven in a low-profile construction, it uses color and structure rather than ornament to create its appeal, giving the piece a crisp, architectural presence that feels distinctly mid-century.

The composition is built from staggered rectangles and narrow horizontal bands that drift across a deep blue ground. Teal, turquoise, olive, and pale aqua blocks interrupt the surface in a measured rhythm, producing an abstract geometric pattern with a quiet sense of movement. With no border to contain it, the design reads like a modern textile study.

That cool palette makes the rug easy to place in contemporary, minimalist, or eclectic interiors, where it can ground streamlined furnishings and soften harder architectural lines. The wool flat weave adds durability and a tactile, finely woven finish, while the signed AB detail lends additional collector interest to this vintage Scandinavian rug.

Part of the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this vintage piece reflects the gallery's unwavering dedication to quality, authenticity, and design heritage. Founded in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau remains one of the world's most trusted sources for exceptional rugs, from rare mid-century finds to contemporary masterworks.