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Birgitta Södergren Midcentury Swedish Röllakan Wool Rug, Vintage Neutral Pastels

$5,700
£4,352.77
€5,216.03
CA$8,207.33
A$8,461.65
CHF 4,766.46
MX$108,277.26
NOK 54,999.86
SEK 57,526.62
DKK 39,003.22

About the Item

Birgitta Södergren Mid-Century Swedish Röllakan Rug, 5'1" x 8'3", Pastel Wool Geometric Design, Soft Neutral Colors, Area Rug, Scandinavian Summer Carpet Designer: Birgitta Södergren (signature present, bottom left) Origin: Sweden Circa: Mid-20th century Type: Röllakan (Scandinavian flatweave), geometric medallion design, kilim-style rug, blue, green, purple, yellow Materials: Wool, naturally dyed Dimensions: 5'1" x 8'3" (155 x 251 cm, or 61 x 99 inches) Condition: Good vintage condition — slight discoloration along one side of border; weave structurally sound; pile retains strong luster; braided fringe ends intact A mid-century Swedish röllakan (flatwoven rug) by designer Birgitta Södergren, measuring 5'1" × 8'3" (155 × 251 cm). Handwoven in pastel-colored wool, this vintage Scandinavian carpet features a spacious geometric composition centered around a soft blue field enclosed within a wide border of stylized medallions and cross motifs. Its restrained palette of sky blue, mint green, amethyst purple, ivory, and muted poppy yellow reflects the restraint characteristic of Swedish textile design during the mid-20th century. The rug’s open composition emphasizes its soft colors. A rectangular field in cool sky blue is animated by abrash, subtle tonal variation of the blue dye. The field is surrounded by a wide ivory border populated by repeating geometric medallions. Some contain stepped crosses rendered in soft cream and pale yellow, while others feature simplified floral motifs in muted purple against blue grounds. Overall, the rug is low in contrast and harmonious despite its use of several strong colors. The rug was handwoven of pure wool using the traditional Scandinavian röllakan technique. The wool is smooth and lustrous, and the weave is dense and even throughout. Design Context Birgitta Södergren (signature at bottom left) belongs to the group of 20th century textile designers who merged Scandinavian folk traditions with the restrained formal language of modernism. Rugs in this tradition demonstrate a distinctly Nordic approach to decorative that balances the practical needs of contemporary living with an attentiveness to pastoral tradition, color harmony, and material quality. Condition and Use The rug is in good vintage condition. There is slight discoloration visible along one side of the border. The wool weave is structurally sound, with the surface retaining a strong luster. The braided fringe ends remain intact. The rug’s balanced proportions and airy composition make it especially well-suited for contemporary, minimalist, Scandinavian-inspired interiors, and other interior settings requiring softness, texture, and subtle color. A rug pad is recommended to anchor the rug in place when used on smooth surfaces.
  • Creator:
    Birgitta Södergren (Weaver)
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 61 in (154.94 cm)Length: 99 in (251.46 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor discoloration at the side border (visible in the left-hand side of the main image). Overall very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2406111stDibs: LU10915250096512

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