Vintage Swedish Rug by Rakel Callander 48124

Vintage Swedish Rug by Rakel Callander, Scandinavia, Mid-Twentieth Century – Here is an intriguing vintage carpet – a Swedish rug that was woven in Scandinavia during the middle years of the twentieth century with a composition by noted Swedish rug designer Rakel Callendar. One of the most celebrated rug designers to have worked in Scandinavia during the mid-twentieth century, Callendar’s work is both typical of the prevailing trends of the time and distinct at the same time. Known for working with compartmentalized designs and large geometric figures, Callendar has pursued a decidedly different aesthetic with this particular carpet, which is characterized by a straightforward composition of subtly contrasted horizontal grey stripes, bounded at the top and bottom with simply decorated ivory bands. The understatedness of this carpet is powerful, and showcases the enduring aesthetic appeal of superficially simple design. A carpet such as this is hugely responsive to the space that it occupies, as certain pieces will accentuate certain dormant qualities in the carpet. A beautiful example of mid-century minimalist design, this carpet by Rakel Callendar is a charming and exciting work.