Claesson Koivisto Rune handwoven rug "Bredband, blågrön"
About the Item
- Creator:Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB 1 (Manufacturer),Claesson Koivisto Rune (Designer)
- Dimensions:Width: 66.93 in (170 cm)Length: 86.62 in (220 cm)
- Style:Minimalist (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:2010
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Båstad, SE
- Reference Number:
Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB 1
Märta Måås-Fjetterström was the leading figure in Swedish textile design in the early 20th century. Through her rug-weaving studio, MMF AB, Måås-Fjetterström introduced a modern and cosmopolitan spirit to the tradition-bound craft, creating some of the era’s most sublime rugs and carpets — works that are elegant yet have a handmade warmth and honesty.
Måås-Fjetterström was the daughter of a small-town minister, and her creative bent led her to study drawing at the School of Industrial Arts in Stockholm between 1890 and 1895. She became an art teacher after graduating and began drafting textile designs in the late 1890s. At the time, Sweden was experiencing many of the same cultural concerns that fueled the English Arts and Crafts movement: fears that industrialization was causing many traditional handicrafts to wither into extinction. The state supported numerous artisan workshops, and Måås-Fjetterström was hired as director of a weaving studio in the southern city of Mälmo in 1905. She was dismissed six years later for insisting that artisans be allowed to create original patterns rather than merely copy old ones.
She traveled widely in search of design inspirations, and in 1919 — thanks in large part to the patronage of Ludvig Nobel, grand-nephew of Alfred Nobel, who commissioned her to make all the rugs for a new country manor hotel — Måås-Fjetterström opened her own workshop. There she trained many of Sweden’s best modern weavers, including Barbo Nilsson and Marianne Richter (the latter, a widely celebrated mid-century modernist designer, became a leader at Måås-Fjetterström's atelier after its founder's death in 1941).
A major exhibition in Stockholm in 1934 brought public acclaim, a reputation secured worldwide by exhibitions at the British Museum in 1936 and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York in 1939. Måås-Fjetterström’s company, MMF AB, is still in operation, and most of her roughly 700 designs are available for fabrication.
A broad range of influences can be seen in Måås-Fjetterström’s designs, among them Art Nouveau and classic Near Eastern and Asian styles. Her rug patterns fall roughly into two groups: The first includes stylized floral and other naturalistic motifs as well as modernized folkloric themes. The second comprises those employing geometric “tiles” in a formal composition based on that of Persian rugs, with an intricate border surrounding a central medallion.
Måås-Fjetterström generally used a subtle color palette: Soft pastels predominate, punctuated by the odd vibrant note. Her rugs are remarkable for their flexibility of use in decor schemes. They are a perfect complement to simple modern furniture in both blond and darker finishes; at the same time, the rugs can act as a perfect calming foil to more ornate historical styles. Måås-Fjetterström's creations, particularly signed vintage pieces, are highly collectible. Her designs are found in the world's leading museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm.
Find a collection of vintage MMF AB wall decorations, rugs and carpets on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Båstad, Sweden
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Claesson Koivisto Rune handwoven rug "Forell, vinterstorm"By Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB 1, Claesson Koivisto RuneLocated in Båstad, SE"Forell, vinterstorm" flatweave rug, designed by architects Claesson Koivisto Rune in 2006. Executed in 2013 at Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB in Båstad, Sweden, by artisan weaver Eva Fo...Category
Early 2000s Swedish Minimalist Western European Rugs
MaterialsWool, Linen
- Claesson Koivisto Rune handwoven rug "Satellit, grå"By Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB 1, Claesson Koivisto RuneLocated in Båstad, SE"Satellit, grå" flatweave rug, designed by architects Claesson Koivisto Rune in 2006. Executed in 2012 at Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB in Båstad, Sweden, by artisan weaver Monica Nilss...Category
Early 2000s Swedish Minimalist Western European Rugs
MaterialsWool, Linen
- Claesson Koivisto Rune "Satellit, blå" rugBy Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Claesson Koivisto RuneLocated in Båstad, SE"Satellit, blå" flatweave rug, designed by architects Claesson Koivisto Rune in 2006. Executed the same year at Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB in Båstad, Sweden, by artisan weaver Monica...Category
Early 2000s Swedish Minimalist Western European Rugs
MaterialsWool, Linen
- Handwoven tapestry "Linnebotten"By Marianne Richter, Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB 1Located in Båstad, SEHandwoven tapestry with geometric pattern, designed by Marianne Richter. Woven in wool and hand spun linen on a linen warp by artisan weaver Märta Paulsson in 1990 at the Märta Måå...Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tapestries
MaterialsWool, Linen
- Barbro Sprinchorn handwoven pillow "Videung"By Barbro Sprinchorn, Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB 1Located in Båstad, SEHandwoven tapestry with modern floral motif, designed by Barbro Sprinchorn in 1964. Woven in wool on linen warp by artisan weaver Märta Paulsson in 1988 at the Märta Måås-Fjetterst...Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
MaterialsWool, Linen, Down, Feathers
- Barbro Nilsson handwoven pillow "Hjälta"By Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB 1, Barbro Lundberg NilssonLocated in Båstad, SEHandwoven tapestry with willow branches, designed by Barbro Nilsson in 1950. Woven in wool on linen warp by artisan weaver Märta Paulsson in 1988 at the Märta Måås-Fjetterström stu...Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
MaterialsWool, Linen
- Swedish Handwoven RugLocated in Tetbury, GloucestershireSwedish handwoven rug, circa 1940-50. This rug has a long and thin form, ideal for use as a runner. It features a densely striped design in attra...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsCotton
- Handwoven European Floral RugLocated in West Hollywood, CAThis traditional handwoven European rug has an overall taupe field and a whimsical stylized floral bouquet rendered in shades of pink and rust, in a brow...Category
Vintage 1930s French Western European Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Fine Handwoven Savonnerie RugLocated in Los Angeles, CAFine handwoven Savonnerie rug.Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Handwoven Swedish Inspired Flatweave RugLocated in West Hollywood, CAThe Mansour Modern Swedish collection is primarily inspired by vintage Swedish flat-weave rugs whose geometric designs are relevant as ever in the 2...Category
2010s Indian Western European Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Modern Handwoven Wool Flatweave RugLocated in West Hollywood, CAPart of the Mansour Modern collection, this flatweave rug is handwoven by master weavers using the finest quality techniques and materials.Category
2010s Indian Western European Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Fine Handwoven Savonnerie Style RugLocated in West Hollywood, CAHigh quality rug made in Romania. This magnificent work of art features a French Savonnerie inspired design with a masterful coloration. 100% natural wool pile. Brand new.Category
2010s Romanian Aubusson Western European Rugs
MaterialsWool