Woven circa 1952, this vintage carpet is a perfect example of traditional Swedish design. Characterized by a simple geometric pattern, this antique rug was handwoven with great care. The pattern consists of four straight lines, adorned by smaller ones, which are separated by rows of colourful squares. The whole is surrounded by a thick frame. Such images have been appearing in Swedish textiles for centuries now, but the carpet’s creator decided to modernize this timeless design with a splash of vivacious colours. The background of creamy beige and dark brown is dotted with pastel hues: red, yellow, blue, and green. This detail gives the composition a playful aura, rarely seen in Swedish carpets.