Swedish Inspired

(September 30th, 1881-October 17th, 1973)

(1908-2002)

Greta Skogster-Lehtinen (1900-1994)
Greta Skogster-Lehtinen was a Finnish textile artist noted for her tapestry weaving techniques and her hand-woven carpets. Her most distinguished projects were the commission from the Helsinki Parliament House and international exhibitions in Barcelona, Brussels, Milan, New York and Paris. Skogster-Lehtinen’s work is also showcased in the Design Museum in Helsinki.

Edna Martin (b. Sweden, 1908-2003)

Ingrid Dessau (1923-2000)
Swedish textile designer, Ingrid Dessau was born in the Skåne region of southern Sweden. Dessau studied at the technical school in Stockholm and in 1953, had her debut exhibition. From her exhibition, she gained worked as a designer for Kasthall’s carpet factory, later moving to work at Kinnasand’s. The focus for her work was primarily rugs and textiles. She achieved commissions from banks, embassies and museums.