This Antique Swedish Agedyna features a central red eight-pointed star in a green polygon which perfectly connects to two purple blocks on the top and bottom. Throughout the composition, there are various depictions of women and birds. These weavings are called

Antique Swedish Agedyna - 1'11 x 3'11

Regular price $575.00 Sale

This Swedish carriage cushion was woven during the late 19th century likely in the Skane province of southern Sweden.

It features a central red eight-pointed star in a green polygon which perfectly connects to two purple blocks on the top and bottom. Throughout the composition, there are various depictions of women and birds. These weavings are called "Agedyna" in Swedish which means "traveling cushion" and they were intended to be used in a carriage primarily but also in the home.

In excellent condition, signs of wear consistent with age. Flatwoven of wool on a linen foundation.

 

Size: 1’11 x 3’11" [58cm x 119cm]

Age: Late 19th Century

Country of Origin: Sweden

Type of Rug: Agedyna (Carriage cushion cover)

Material: Wool pile on linen foundation

Pile Height: Flatwoven

Condition: Excellent

 

BK2350

 

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