Original handmade Raanu tapestry from Finland. Finnish chic! Unknown designer. Woven in 1960s, when Raanu weaving became fashionable all over Finland. Raanu originated as Sami folk art from Sami area in North Finland, where it has been woven since the 16th century. Colorful, light, striped Raanu is a showstopper! Traditionally hung as a wall decoration or used as a cover on a sofa or bed. The influence of Raanu is still strong in modern Scandinavian textile design.
Raanu brought brightness to small log houses where Sami people kept their reindeer. Sami people are the only indigenous people in Europe living near the Arctic Sea, in northern parts of Finland, Norway, Sweden and Russia. Still today, they make their living from fishing and reindeer herding.
Wool.
Condition is excellent for the age. May have minor wear consistent with age, but no obvious holes or imperfections.
Has pocket for a dowel at each end to enable hanging on the wall from either end. Dowel not included.


Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent - Minor wear consistent with age and history. Condition is excellent for the age. May have minor wear consistent with age, but no obvious holes or imperfections. Has pocket for a dowel at each end to enable hanging on the wall from either end-dowel not included. Measurements are approximate to the fraction of an inch. Please inquire if you need the exact dimensions.

Origin:
Finland

Materials & Techniques:
Wool

Details:
Country of Origin: Finland
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Unknown; Some Imperfections; Excellent - Minor wear consistent with age and history. Condition is excellent for the age. May have minor wear consistent with age, but no obvious holes or imperfections. Has pocket for a dowel at each end to enable hanging on the wall from either end-dowel not included. Measurements are approximate to the fraction of an inch. Please inquire if you need the exact dimensions.