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79374 Ingegerd Silow Vintage Swedish Rollakan Rug, 05'06 x 07'07.

Ingegerd Silow's Barken Reverie: A Vintage Swedish Rollakan Masterpiece of Grace

This handwoven wool vintage Swedish rollakan, Barken, captures the poetic restraint that defines Scandinavian Modern design at its most refined. Conceived by the celebrated textile artist Ingegerd Silow, the composition unfolds as a contemplative field of interlocking geometric forms, where softened cross motifs drift across the surface with quiet confidence. The design feels both intentional and atmospheric—an elegant meditation on balance, repetition, and negative space.

The exceptional pattern reveals itself gradually, built from pixel-like transitions that dissolve hard edges into a rhythmic, almost architectural cadence. These cross forms appear to hover and recede, creating a sense of movement without disruption. The visual language is unmistakably Nordic: calm yet expressive, minimal yet emotionally resonant. Each signature motif feels carefully placed, contributing to a larger harmony that rewards close looking and thoughtful appreciation.

Woven by hand in wool using the traditional rollakan technique, the softly structured surface possesses a refined, tactile clarity that enhances the geometry beneath. The subtle variation in weave density gives the design depth and softness, while the artist’s initials discreetly woven into the lower corner affirm its authorship and collectible significance. This is not merely a decorative textile—it is a signed work of mid-century Scandinavian art.

For the discerning collector, Barken represents a rare convergence of provenance, design purity, and cultural prestige. It is an extraordinary masterpiece that elevates an interior through quiet authority, appealing to those who value understatement as the highest form of luxury. Whether placed in a curated modern space or a thoughtfully layered interior, this rollakan stands as a testament to timeless Nordic elegance and the enduring legacy of Ingegerd Silow.

• Designed by Ingegerd Silow.
• Signature Lower Corner Initials IS.
• Title: Barken (Rosa).
• Abrash.
• Handwoven wool.
• Made in Sweden.
• Measures: 05'06 x 07'07.
• Pile Height: 0.22 of an inch.
• Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.