Judith Johansson Swedish Flat Weave "Björkered" Signed JJ designed Sweden 1962
About the Item
- Creator:Judith Johansson (Designer)
- Dimensions:Width: 97.2 in (246.89 cm)Length: 73 in (185.42 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Professionally Cleaned.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5468237694662
Judith Johansson
Renowned weaver and textile artist Judith Johansson is credited with designing more than 400 beautiful Scandinavian rugs over her long career. She and her husband, John Johansson, produced the designs under their company JJ Vävateljén for more than five decades, and today vintage Judith Johansson textiles continue to delight Scandinavian modern furniture lovers all over the world. Her work has had an enduring impact on Swedish rug design.
Johansson was born in 1916 in the Sweden village of Trollhättan, known for its breathtaking scenery. The natural backdrop of her childhood influenced much of Johansson's later design work and is visible in the tree- and leaf-like patterns that characterize her textiles. Her father was a builder, her mother was a seamstress and her grandmother taught her to weave at a young age.
Johansson met her future husband when she was 19 years old. John ran a handicraft shop in the village, where he hired weavers to produce rugs and smaller textiles. In 1938, the young couple moved to the town of Knäred and opened their weaving studio. John managed the administrative side of the business so that his talented wife was free to create rich and interesting textile designs.
Johansson was always looking to improve her craft, and she studied at the School of Textiles in Borås in the late 1940s. She created designs that her studio’s weavers would produce for the Nordiska Kompaniet department stores, and her fabrics were used in works produced by Swedish furniture designer Carl Malmsten. Johansson’s mid-century flatweave wool rugs became widely known for their integration of warm color pairings and intricate abstract forms and geometric patterns.
Johansson was eventually invited to fill the role of artistic leader at the Capellagården craft school, which was founded by Malmsten. She declined, opting instead to continue her work at her studio and focus on designing rugs for churches and other organizations. Johansson was awarded a gold medal from her native country’s Royal Patriotic Society (Kungliga Patriotiska Sällskapet) and today her rugs can be found in churches all over Sweden.
After Johansson died in 1993, the business passed to the couple's daughter.
Find vintage Judith Johansson rugs and carpets on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Los Angeles, CA
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
- Judith Johansson "Spice Hall" Flat Weave, Signed JJ. Sweden 1960'sBy Judith JohanssonLocated in Los Angeles, CAJudith Johansson "Spice Hall" flat weave, Signed JJ. Sweden 1960's measures- 108" x 88" Designed in 1961. "Spice Hall" is a hand woven flat-weave rug with a field of shapes in light...Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool, Linen
- Ulla Parkdah Swedish Flat-Weave Rug, Signed UP, Sweden, 1960sBy Ulla ParkdalLocated in Los Angeles, CAUlla Parkdah Swedish flat-weave rug, signed UP, Sweden, 1960s This particular Swedish carpet is a wonderful representation of midcentury Scandinavian r...Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Ulla Parkdah Swedish Flat-Weave Rug, Signed UP, Sweden, 1960sBy Ulla ParkdalLocated in Los Angeles, CAUlla Parkdah Swedish flat-weave rug, signed UP, Sweden, 1960s This particular Swedish carpet is a wonderful representation of midcentury Scandinavian r...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Geate Lantz, Swedish Flat-Weave Rug Signed GL, Sweden, 1960sLocated in Los Angeles, CAGeate Lantz, Swedish flat-weave rug signed GL, Sweden, 1960s.Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Brita Grahn "Blåvinge" Flat Weave Rug, Sweden 1950's SignedBy Brita GrahnLocated in Los Angeles, CABrita Grahn "Blåvinge" Flat Weave Rug, Sweden 1950's signed - 111" x 80" This piece is called “Blue Wings” (“Bla°vinge”). This is an overall compositions of chevron, triangle and s...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Kerstin Persson "Butterfly" Flat Weave Signed KP Sweden 1970'sBy Kerstin PerssonLocated in Los Angeles, CAKerstin Persson "Butterfly" flat weave signed KP Sweden 1970's - 241.5 x 170.5cm This uniquely geometric design is understandably named "Butterfly". Woven at Tre Bäckar in the beginning of the 1970's. Large polychrome geometric patterns. The designers initials K.P. are woven in the bottom corner, signed by Kerestin Persson. Made without fringes. Swedish Flat Weave or "Rollakan" rugs are renowned for their distinctive design and quality. These rugs are are largely hand-woven using traditional techniques and made from natural fibers, such as wool and cotton. The pattern of a Rollakan rug is typically simple and geometric, with stripes, diamonds or checkered designs. The rugs come in a range of colors, from neutral earth tones to brighter hues, making them versatile and suitable for a variety of interior styles. Rollakan rugs are durable, comfortable, and have a long lifespan, making them a great investment for any home. Whether used as a statement piece or as a cozy addition to a room, Swedish Rollakan rugs...Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Swedish Flat-Weave Rug by Judith JohanssonBy Judith JohanssonLocated in New York, NYSwedish flat-weave rug by Judith Johansson Sweden, circa 1950s. Handwoven Initialled: JJ (Judith Johansson).Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Large Swedish Flat Weave Carpet by Judith JohanssonBy Judith JohanssonLocated in Epperstone, NottinghamshireAmazing large Swedish flat weave carpet by sought after designer Judith Johansson. This example with a wonderful sofa palette of pinks, purples, blues and orange. A Rare and beautifu...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Vintage Swedish Flat Weave Rug by Judith Johansson (Spise Hall)By Judith JohanssonLocated in New York, NYVintage Swedish Flat Weave Rug by Judith Johansson (Spise Hall) Size: 9'2" × 12'3" (279 × 373 cm) A mid-century Swedish flat-weave wool rug “Spice Hall” by Judith Johansson with wove...Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavia...
MaterialsWool
- Vintage Swedish Flat Woven by Judith JohanssonBy Judith JohanssonLocated in New York, NYVintage Swedish Flat Woven by Judith Johansson Size: 6'0" × 7'10" (182 × 238 cm) A vintage Swedish flatwoven rug “Myosotis” designed by Judith Johansson (1916-1993). The rug is signe...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool
- Vintage Swedish Flat Woven by Judith JohanssonBy Judith JohanssonLocated in New York, NYVintage Swedish Flat Woven by Judith Johansson Size: 6'3" × 8'4" (190 × 254 cm) A vintage Swedish flatwoven rug “Tulpaner” designed by Judith Johansson (1916-1993). The rug is signed...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool
- "Spise Hall" 20th Century Swedish Flat-Weave Carpet by Judith JohanssonBy Judith JohanssonLocated in New York, NY"Spise Hall" 20th century Swedish, flat-weave carpet Initialed "JJ" Judith Johansson. Sweden ca. 1961Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs
MaterialsWool