Sweden, 1948
Flat weave
Signed AB MMF BN
Compare with Yashar, Nazanin, Nilufar Tappeti Antichi: Tappeti Svedesi e Mobili Scandinavi Anni 1920‐1960, Milano 1998, colour plate page 39; Liljevalchs konsthalls katalog: Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Märta flyger igen, 90 år med Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Värnamo 2009, colour plate page 151
Manufactured by Märta Måås-Fjetterström using a flat weave technique, this rare carpet was designed by Barbro Nilsson in Sweden in 1948 for a chapel in Salerno, Italy. Known for her mastery and distinctive color patterns, Nilsson stands out as one of the most unique textile designers of the 20th century in Scandinavia.
W 295 x H 198.5 cm
W 116.1 x H 78.1 in
