Swedish Folk Art

Early 20th century carved hand painted decoy circa 1920. Hand painted scandinavian decoy duck, black and white paint scheme with yellow eyes.   Fine example of how things used to be...

Vintage handmade fully glazed Swedish midcentury modern wall platter / centrepiece with organic, floral decor depicting a gazelle with a direct gaze surrounded by vegetation in brown, ochre, green, white and bright pink colors on a striped dark blue background created with the experimental sgraffito technique that Tilgmans became famous for. Designed and handpainted in the late 1950s by Eivor Lang and manufactured by German/Finnish Paul Harald Tilgman in his workshop in the small town of Kortedala close to Gothenburg, Sweden. Milky white glaze on the base and sides with curved, muted green decor framing the image along the edge. Three holes for hanging - two in use with metal wire. Signed under base. A handpainted piece in beautiful condition. Paul Harald “Harry” Tilgmann was born in Dresden, Germany in 1904 and emigrated to Sweden during WWII where he started Tilgmans Keramik (= Ceramics) in 1948 in the small town of Utbynäs close to Gothenburg. Tilgman had 16 employees working for him and when he hired the Polish refugee Marian Zawadzki (1912-1978) as artistic director in 1953, Tilgman Keramik started experimenting with the distinct sgraffito technique. The sgraffito technique consists of carving fine lines into the background of a design through a light colored glaze down to a dark grey clay slip. This created a unique textured ground which has become a style associated with Tilgmans Keramik in particular. The decorative elements also appear to be outlined with a carved line and then hand painted with overglazes where birds, fish, flowers, butterflies and other animals were a common theme. This type of work was the most popular in midcentury Sweden alongside Tilgmans small animal figurines...

Norwegian Stump Chair late 1800-century Made out of pine with amazing patina and some original paint left. Height: 70 cm/27.5 inc Depth: 25 cm/9.8 inch Width: 37 cm/14.5 inch Seat ...

19th Century Swedish wooden candelabra from Unusual and fantastically nice wooden calendabra with untouched original paint. The dimension of the c...

Charming Swedish Folk Art / Allmoge stool in pine, dated 1948. Three legs with a hole which makes it easy to move around. Beautifu patina.

A beautiful and darkly glazed vase by Swedish master ceramicist/designer Rolf Palm for Mölle, Sweden. This gem features a classic shape with a rich glaze that radiates and changes co...

Fine group of three Swedish 19th and early 20th century folk art baskets, the first with polychrome decoration on a coiled willow body and having barley twist handle, the second with blue and red paint with floral decoration on a reeded body, the last of cylindrical form and having a woven snowflake pattern. Although priced as a collection, we would be willing to separate them. Size listed is for handled coiled basket...

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Tray / Serving bowl from Boden Norrbotten ,Northern Sweden . A large farmers handcrafted tray or serving bowl or centerpiece. In solid pine wood. A h...

18th century Swedish Folk Art Wooden cheese board from, Northern Sweden A tray with lovely patina. It has owner marks SOS on the side of the board. A large farmers Cheese board o...

Organic wabi-sabi burl wood taple lamp, circa 1960. The organic and textual appearance of this lamp is in its own Scandinavian way, something that you c...

Mid 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Travel Box from Boden Norrbotten, Northern Sweden. Beautiful untouched original paint. Decorated with hand wrought iron around the box and over th...

A beautiful and darkly glazed miniature vase by Swedish master ceramicist/designer Rolf Palm for Mölle, Sweden. This gem features a Classic shape with tiny spines and a rich glaze th...

A large pine hook made in 1886 in Sweden is a historical tool used for various purposes. Pine or birch hooks, often made from a sturdy piece of wood, were commonly used in agricultur...

Minimalism meets Scandinavian craftsmanship in this understated yet elegant vintage Swedish flat-woven rug, dating from the mid-20th century. Woven in a soft palette of muted blues a...

This vintage Swedish flat-weave rug showcases a beautifully balanced striped pattern, emphasizing the simplicity and elegance characteristic of Scandinavian textile design. The compo...

A Swedish Folk Art polychrome carved figure of the well-known young female children's hero, Pippi Longstocking. From the tales and also tv sh...

A beautifully designed, richly, and deeply blue-colored/ glazed ceramic bowl by famed Swedish designer Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweeden. The craftsmanship and color are stu...

This vintage Swedish pile rug, circa mid-20th century, encapsulates the charming essence of Scandinavian design with its playful yet refined aesthetic. The rug features a dense, shag...

This contemporary Swedish pile rug features a richly textured red field enlivened by an intricate lattice pattern rendered in soft ivory tones. The composition is anchored by a verti...

Delicately charming and elegantly structured, this vintage Swedish flat-woven rug captures the soft geometry and pastel palette typical of mid-20th century Scandinavian design. The c...

A modern flat-weave area rug, being a typical representative of the timeless Swedish school of design. It is woven entirely out of wool by a skilled artisan. It displays a gray-mottl...

A striking blend of geometric precision and folkloric charm, this modern Swedish flat weave rug captures the essence of Scandinavian mid-century design. Handwoven with meticulous cra...

This exceptional mid-century Swedish flat weave rug by Ingegerd Silow presents a masterful balance of geometric precision and Scandinavian charm. Woven in the 1950s, the design captu...

"Barken," a beautifully handwoven Swedish flatweave rug by Ingegerd Silow, embodies the poetic balance of structure and softness that defines mid-century Scandinavian textile art. Ha...

This exceptional vintage Swedish flat weave rug, handwoven by the acclaimed textile artist Rakel Carlander, represents a refined example of mid-century Scandinavian design. Woven cir...

A stunning example of Scandinavian textile artistry, this vintage Swedish flat-weave rug by Sverker Greuholm combines structure, subtle colorwork, and geometric clarity in a highly c...

Swedish stump chair manufactured from a hollowed tree trunk. The chair is primitive and has never been painted. The two bands going around the seat...

Antique Tapestry-Woven Carriage Cushion Cover (rölakan), Sweden This finely woven, nine-color rölakan displays a detailed yet balanced composition of three large eight-pointed stars...

This striking vintage Swedish flat-woven rug by renowned textile artist Ulla Parkdal is a masterful expression of Scandinavian modernism. Woven circa mid-20th century and signed "UP"...

A striking example of Scandinavian modernism, this vintage Swedish flatweave rug captures the essence of mid-century textile artistry with clarity and confidence. Rendered in a refre...

Infused with the bold spirit of Scandinavian modernism, this vintage Swedish flat-woven rug by Rakel Carlander captures the power of pattern and palette in perfect harmony. Woven cir...

This vintage flat weave by the acclaimed Swedish textile artist Ingegerd Silow showcases the designer's signature blend of minimalist structure and playful color detailing. Woven in ...

This captivating vintage Swedish pile rug from the mid-20th century offers a playful yet refined approach to geometric design. The composition centers on a symmetrical arrangement of...

This captivating vintage Swedish flat-weave rug, designed by renowned textile artist Ingegerd Silow, exemplifies the refined modernist aesthetic of Scandinavian mid-century design. W...

This charming flat-woven Swedish rug by Birgitta Söderkvist masterfully showcases the harmonious blend of form and color that defines mid-20th-century Scandinavian textile design. Wo...

This vintage Swedish flat-woven rug, designed by the celebrated textile artist Ulla Parkdal, is a sublime expression of Scandinavian mid-century modernism. Created circa the 1950s, i...

This vintage Swedish flat-weave rug by Ingegerd Silow is a stunning example of Scandinavian textile artistry, blending geometric precision with a soft, harmonious color palette. Wove...

This exceptional flat-woven Swedish rug by renowned textile artist Ingegerd Silow reflects the geometric elegance and natural color sensibility that define the best of Scandinavian m...

Inspired by the geometric traditions of Scandinavian weaving, this contemporary Swedish flat-weave runner presents a refined blend of structure and softness. Handwoven from high-qual...

This vintage Swedish flat-woven rug, dating back to approximately 1945, exemplifies the harmonious blend of tradition and modernity characteristic of mid-20th-century Scandinavian de...

The vintage Swedish flat-woven rug "Myosotis" by Judith Johansson (1916-1993) is a masterful example of mid-20th-century Scandinavian textile art. Handwoven circa 1945, this piece is...

This exceptional vintage Swedish flat-weave rug by Berit Koenig exemplifies the refined simplicity and enduring charm of mid-century Scandinavian textile design. Handwoven in the 20t...

A striking example of Scandinavian textile artistry, this vintage Swedish flat-weave rug by Ingegerd Silow showcases the designer's signature balance of geometric precision and softe...

The Vintage Swedish Flat-Woven Runner by renowned designer Ingegerd Silow exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship of mid-20th-century Scandinavian textile art. This runner feature...

This exquisite vintage Swedish flat-weave rug by Ingegerd Silow exemplifies the timeless elegance and artisanal craftsmanship of mid-20th century Scandinavian design. Woven in the 19...

A captivating example of Scandinavian textile art, this vintage Swedish flat woven rug by Erik Lundberg embodies the timeless beauty of mid-century modern design. Woven by hand in Sw...

A vivid expression of Scandinavian craftsmanship and mid-century design, this vintage Swedish flat-weave rug captures the natural vitality of a verdant landscape, translated through ...

The pattern of this vintage Swedish pile rug is a masterful display of Scandinavian design, blending geometric structure with a warm, inviting color palette. The composition consists...

Large mid 20th century Scandinavian pine gym horse circa 1950. Here we offer a Swedish made gym horse made from solid pine.  We believe this is a full size gym horse which makes thi...

Unknown Volk Art maker/artisan K.K made this elegant sugar, pepper, salt etc dispenser in engine-tuned pine. It is dated 1946 and we found this beautie on a privat Flea-marked near F...

Swedish wooden Lidded Tankard and Pitcher, made of staves that are held together with split-branch banding. The lids are hinged. Both beautifully decorated in blue-green and oxblood ...

Beautiful antique book shelf in pine. Handcrafted by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the mid 1800s. A great vintage book shelf with a lovely patina. Orig...

Beautiful original painted Folk Art Swedish Sewing Stand, circa 1830. Presented in its original soft yellow color scheme with hand painted bows and flowers. Adjustable Wooden Pincush...

The product is a 19th century Swedish Neoclassical giltwood mirror, featuring intricate detailing and a classic design. The piece also has original divided glass. This mirror would b...

This charming hexagon shaped table mirror in pine is a stunning example of Swedish Folk Art from the early 1900s. The mirror is crafted in solid...

Swedish shag wool area rug with an abstract Supernova design resembling a sun featuring various shades of browns and burnt orange. An excellent colorful rug to accent your room with ...

Oil Painting with the motif of the coast, the sand dunes and the sea in the background in windy weather with a dark blue sky. In a gilded frame and signed by Poul Fureby. Measuremen...

19th century Swedish root bowl in original condition. Very organic patina.

Vintage industrial inspired wire basket. Handcrafted from galvanized steel Inspired by the baskets originally used by farmers and fishermen. Industrial design inspired by vintage ...

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Physics instructional educational diagram, chart or poster. Highly collectible ephemera from 1950's Sweden.