Vintage Swedish Geometric Slate Gray Flatweave Wool Rug Signed Ab BB5319 6'8" × 9'5" $17,000

This vintage Swedish flatweave wool rug, signed A.B. and likely woven circa 1940, captures the practical elegance of Scandinavian weaving. Handwoven in wool, it pairs a disciplined geometric layout with a light, airy hand that feels both functional and decorative.

A slate gray outer frame encloses an ivory field and a cool blue inner register, where stepped diamond forms expand and contract in layered bands of pale blue, white, and soft charcoal. At the center, compact navy crosses sharpen the composition, giving the design a quiet axial rhythm.

Along the border, blush pink rosettes and beige connectors soften the geometry and add a delicate contrast to the cooler ground. The result is a vintage Swedish rug with graphic clarity and an understated palette, well suited to modern, Nordic, and softly layered interiors. Its flatwoven surface keeps the pattern crisp and the profile relaxed, making it an easy anchor beneath clean-lined furniture or in a collected room that favors structure over ornament.

Part of the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this vintage rug reflects the gallery's dedication to preserving exceptional craftsmanship and distinctive design traditions. Its character, patina, and artistry make it a sophisticated addition to thoughtfully curated interiors.