Vintage Scandinavian Geometric Slate Gray Flatweave Wool Rug By Judith Johansson BB8308 6'0" × 7'10" $14,000

This vintage Swedish flatweave rug by Judith Johansson, handwoven circa 1945, belongs to the refined Scandinavian rölakan tradition. Its restrained palette and disciplined geometry reflect the mid-century Nordic approach to textile design, where craft and modernism meet.

Set on a soft slate gray ground, the composition unfolds as an open allover lattice of stepped diamonds and linked rosette-like nodes. Powder blue, aqua, dusty rose, and muted lavender animate the pattern, while charcoal accents sharpen each edge and give the design its crisp graphic rhythm. The result is airy and ordered, with enough movement to keep the field from feeling static.

Johansson’s work is prized for translating nature-inspired sketches into woven form, and this piece shows that sensibility in a particularly architectural way. The signed initials at the lower edge underscore its authenticity, while the flatwoven wool structure lends the rug a light, supple presence suited to modern, Scandinavian, or transitional interiors.

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.