Virgil Abloh x IKEA MARKERAD - "RECEIPT" - in original packaging - Carpet - 201 cm - 89 cm

A collection of items that help you make a statement in your home. Turning everyday objects into design icons, in collaboration withworld-renowned creative Virgil Abloh.

"The receipt is a trademark in itself that has been transformed into art. I think that this rug can just as easily be on a floor or hung on a wall - in both scenarios, the rug highlights the entire story which IKEA embodies." - Virgil Abloh

Virgil Abloh

Born in Rockford, Illinois (U.S.A.) in 1980, Virgil Abloh is an artist, architect, and fashion designer. After earning a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, he obtained a master’s degree in Architecture at the Illinois Institute of Technology. It was at the Illinois Institute of Technology where Abloh was introduced to a curriculum established by Mies van der Rohe, formed from the notions of Bauhaus, that taught him to combine the fields of art, craft and design. These theories, merged with contemporary culture, make up Abloh’s inter-disciplinary practice today.

Also he is an entrepreneur, and DJ who has been the artistic director of Louis Vuitton's menswear collection since March 2018. Abloh is also the chief executive officer of the Milan-based label Off-White, a fashion house he founded in 2012.

About the IKEA Brand

IKEA is a global icon in interior design, known for its functional, accessible, and stylish products strongly influenced by Scandinavian minimalist aesthetics. The impact of iconic designers like Alvar Aalto, Arne Jacobsen, Hans Wegner, and Finn Juhl strengthens the brand’s distinct character. These designers represent a timeless mid-century modern and vintage style, which is central to IKEA’s vision of making beautiful and practical design accessible to all.

Over the years, IKEA has collaborated with leading brands and designers such as Vitra, Fritz Hansen, Knoll, and Droog, creating unique design pieces that are both functional and aesthetically appealing. The brand also integrates industrial materials like Formica, contributing to the durability of its products, while influences from Bauhaus enhance the modern aesthetics and simple lines of IKEA’s collection.

IKEA also partners with renowned lighting brands like Louis Poulsen and Flos, providing customers with modern and functional lighting options. In the realm of accessories and artful objects, IKEA collaborates with influential names such as Studio Job, Gio Ponti, Bitossi, Gabbianelli, and Cassina, making it appealing to collectors and lovers of exclusive design. The artistic flair of Alessi adds depth to IKEA’s versatile range of products that suit various interior styles.

With influential designers such as Maarten Baas, Natuzzi, Pierre Jeanneret, and Verner Panton, IKEA offers a unique blend of modern and classic design. The brand combines the clean lines of Cassina with colorful accents inspired by Cappellini. Innovative ideas from designers like Piet Hein Eek and Konstantin Grcic give IKEA a contemporary twist.

With an audience that spans from practical interior seekers to passionate collectors of design classics, IKEA remains an essential player in the modern interior world. Collaborations with names like Hay, Knoll, and Bitossi ensure that IKEA’s design remains relevant, timeless, and appealing to a broad audience. Through influences from iconic designers and the use of sustainable materials, IKEA makes iconic design accessible worldwide, and the brand remains beloved in households across the globe.

As new - never used, in original package - photo's are from internet to give you an impression.