Mid-Century Swedish Rug in Shades of Brown by Ingegerd Silow. Woven signature to edge “IS” BB6575 5'6" × 7'7" $8,000

Ingegerd Silow was not only a talented artist, but also a great lover of Swedish traditions. She devoted her life to popularizing antique carpet weaving and many artisans were inspired by her hard work. This stunning vintage rug bears the signature of Silow as a mark of pride, a proof that it is not only beautiful, but also of superior quality. What immediately draws the attention is the Scandinavian design rugs beautiful classic design and color palette accompanying it.

The pattern features two large circles, surrounded by much smaller figures. Four diamonds in the corners help to anchor the design in one place and create a semblance of harmony. The color palette is composed of warm, earthy tones, mostly beiges and browns with small splashes of pastel blue and white. The fringe decorating the top and bottom part of the area rug is a nice finishing touch, giving the whole a homely aura.