Scandinavian 20th century modern ryijy rug by Helena Koskivaara. 160 X 109

Finnish 20th century modern rug. 160 X 109 cm (63 X 43 in). Ryijy (shag/long pile/high pile/rya) technique, wool on wool. Abstract pattern punaruuni (redrune), composed by helena koskivaara, for wetterhoff oy. Saturated dark color palette in nuanced gray to black, and nuanced reds. Hand-knotted in finland, 2nd half of 20th century.