Scandinavian Mid-Century Abstract Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet Pile Rug By Ingrid Dessau BB8954 5'2" × 8'10" $10,000

Vintage Swedish pile rug, circa 1950, attributed to Ingrid Dessau, woven in the Scandinavian tradition. This hand-knotted wool rug brings together mid-century clarity and a softly tactile rya surface, balancing graphic order with a relaxed, lived-in feel.

The ivory field is broken by irregular vertical bands in cobalt, navy, charcoal, and slate blue, with deeper plum tones gathered through the center. Rather than forming a strict repeat, the stripes shift in width and density, creating an abstract rhythm that feels painterly and modern. The long pile adds visible depth and a gentle sense of movement.

Its vertically oriented composition naturally elongates a room, while the high-pile texture tempers harder architectural lines. As a Swedish abstract rug, it suits interiors that favor restraint, warmth, and layered texture, from mid-century settings to more contemporary spaces where a Scandinavian vintage carpet can serve as an artful focal point.

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.