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“Milky Way” Rya Wall Hanging by Kirsti Ilvessalo, Finland, circa 1960

Creator: Kirsti Ilvessalo
Offered by: Alexander Cohane Limited

Description
A Finnish rya wall hanging titled Milky Way, designed by Kirsti Ilvessalo (1920–2019), dating to the mid-20th century. The composition is rendered in a soft palette of greys and natural tones, with an abstract, atmospheric pattern that evokes a nocturnal landscape or celestial field.

Executed in long-pile wool, the piece demonstrates the distinctive tactile richness of traditional Scandinavian rya weaving, reinterpreted through a modernist lens. Subtle variations in tone and texture create depth and movement across the surface.

Of generous scale, the work is particularly effective as a wall-mounted textile, where its painterly and immersive quality can be fully appreciated.

A calm and textural piece, well suited to anchoring both contemporary and traditional interiors.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	Finland
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	long pile rya rug
Styles / Movements:	Modern
200 Lex Booth #:	26
Incollect Reference #:	859543

Dimensions

W.	57 in;	H.	88.6 in;
W.	144.78 cm;	H.	225.04 cm;

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