Burano
Wool
NO. 35125
India
3'0" X 5'0" (0.91 m x 1.52 m)
Out of Stock: Made to Order 18‑20 Weeks
Rug & Kilim’s Swedish Folk Art Rug, Brown with Figural Geometric Motifs
Hand-knotted in an especially soft, intricate blend of Ghazni wool, this 3x5 rug is an evocative new addition to Rug & Kilim’s custom-classics Burano Collection. This piece serves as a sophisticated, contemporary homage to Mid-Century Modern Swedish "Rollakan" folk art, translating the rustic, storytelling charm of the North into a luxury construction that is both durable and incredibly comfortable.
On the Design:
In this captivating piece, a rich, earthen field of tobacco-brown and rust tones serves as a warm stage for a rhythmic "visual diary" of Scandinavian village life. The design is teeming with vibrant figural motifs—charming carts, playful animals, and stylized humans—all rendered with a naïve, primitive grace that celebrates the spontaneous spirit of Nordic folk art. These storytelling elements are framed by geometric patterns that pulse with a soft, chromatic energy, bridging the gap between ancestral mythology and modern abstraction.
Admirers of the craft will find their eye drawn to the iridescent, abrashed patina of the field, a soulful detail that lends the landscape a sense of organic movement and weathered history. This visual depth is matched only by the luxurious, high-luster texture of the hand-spun Ghazni wool, which provides a plush, comfortable foundation that is rare for such a graphic pictorial. It is an intentional, poetic contribution to a classic style—a labor of love from the Burano Collection that translates the rustic whimsy of the past into a sophisticated, smart new language for the contemporary home.
Custom Capable:
All sizes and colors available—inquire for a quote.
"It's rare to find a rug company that offers unique antiques, curated with a historical eye. And the best quality customization for anything you might need. All while being treated like family - love those guys."
— Andre Mellone, Studio Mellone
- Measurements: 3'0" x 5'0" ( 0.91 m x 1.52 m )
- Categories: Burano, Modern Classics
- Classification: Classic/Traditional, Pictorial, Swedish/Scandinavian
- Material: Wool
- Origin: India
- SKU: 35125
