Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum
Ryijy Rugs from Finland: 200 Years of a Textile Art
December 21, 1979 – March 16, 1980
The 30 rugs on view illustrate stylistic progression in design as well as the changing uses of "ryijy" from bed covering, ceremonial rug, and bench cover to wall decoration.
Organized by Finnish Society of Crafts and Design
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