Mid-Century Swedish Geometric Warm Tan Flatweave Wool Carpet By Ingegerd Silow BB6542 5'5" × 7'8" $8,000

This vintage Swedish flatweave rug, designed by Ingegerd Silow and woven in the mid-20th century, reflects the disciplined modernism of Scandinavian textile art. Handwoven in wool, it balances utility and ornament with the quiet precision associated with Sweden’s rölakan tradition.

A warm tan central field creates a calm reserve, framed by nested borders that organize the composition like an architectural plan. Around the perimeter, repeated geometric cartouches and small cross-like devices introduce olive, rust, ivory, and dark brown accents, establishing a measured rhythm. The effect is graphic yet restrained, with enough variation to keep the surface lively.

Because the pattern is enclosed rather than allover, the rug feels tailored and versatile, bringing structure to clean-lined seating areas, studies, or dining rooms. Its flat weave gives the piece a low profile and crisp handle, while the earthy palette adds warmth without heaviness. For collectors of vintage rugs, it offers a distinctly Swedish blend of modern design and handcrafted character.

Curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this vintage rug carries the distinct character and artisanal soul that the gallery has championed for decades. With an unrivaled selection spanning eras, origins, and price points, Doris Leslie Blau continues to make fine carpet art accessible to designers and collectors worldwide.