Mid-Century Scandinavian Geometric Dark Gray Hand-Knotted Wool Rug Rya Pile Rug “Alvastra Green” By Marianne Richter BB8968 7'8" × 11'0" $17,000

This vintage Swedish Rya pile rug, titled “Alvastra Green,” was designed by Marianne Richter in the mid-century period and hand-knotted in wool in the Scandinavian tradition. Its allover checkerboard composition is built from staggered rectangular blocks rather than a medallion or framed border, giving the piece a distinctly modular, architectural rhythm.

Rich forest green sets the tone, while moss, olive, deep teal, blue-gray, and black shift across the surface in layered tones. The long pile alternates in direction and density, so each square catches the light differently, adding depth and movement to the geometric pattern. The result is both graphic and tactile, with a softly abstract character.

That sculptural texture is central to the appeal of Scandinavian modern design, where practical form and visual restraint meet a warm, expressive materiality. This vintage wool rug brings color, structure, and an inviting shaggy surface to contemporary, Nordic, or gallery-inspired interiors.

This remarkable vintage rug comes from the curated collection at Doris Leslie Blau, renowned for its discerning eye for quality, artistry, and timeless design. Doris Leslie Blau presents an exceptional range of vintage, antique, and contemporary rugs suited to both classic and modern interiors.