Antique Scandinavian Runner Rug, Swedish Flatweave With Folk Art - Rug & Kilim

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Handwoven in wool, this antique Swedish flatweave runner from 1910-1920 is a prized example from the Scandinavian weaving traditions. Its … Read more Handwoven in wool, this antique Swedish flatweave runner from 1910-1920 is a prized example from the Scandinavian weaving traditions. Its low-profile, reversible construction and graphic clarity make it a highly desirable piece of textile art.

On the Design:

This runner is a refined and exceptionally graphic piece of Swedish folk art, capturing the rich, symbolic language of traditional Scandinavian weaving.

The design is a masterful display of Folk Icons, featuring abstract yet recognizable symbols: stylized medallions, stepped triangles, arrow-like symbols, and abstract figures.

These icons traverse the Natural Beige/Ochre field in a sophisticated, muted palette of caramel brown, slate blue-gray, and soft rose pink, colors historically derived from natural dyes.

The precision of the flatweave technique gives these motifs a sharp, timeless clarity. Admirers of the craft will recognize this piece as a pure expression of Scandinavian design—teeming with the quiet, old-world charm and collectible graphic simplicity that defines the region's early textile heritage. This runner is a piece of design history as much as it is a durable, handmade work of art. See less