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Vintage Hand-Hooked Rug, Floral Pattern, Wool & Cotton, American Folk Art

$1,900
£1,421.97
€1,662.04
CA$2,684.84
A$2,710.13
CHF 1,557.25
MX$32,850.04
NOK 18,024.37
SEK 18,410.88
DKK 12,424.20

About the Item

This charming early 20th-century American hand-hooked rug exemplifies the warmth, artistry, and folk traditions of New England textile craftsmanship. Handcrafted in the early 1900s, this rug showcases a graceful floral composition, rendered in a palette of softly aged ivory, green, blue, and warm brown—tones that have mellowed beautifully with time. Each motif was individually hand-hooked from dyed wool, giving the surface a gently raised texture and a painterly quality that is uniquely characteristic of antique hooked rugs. The floral pattern reflects the rural gardens and decorative sensibilities of turn-of-the-century America, offering both visual charm and historic authenticity. Highly sought after by collectors and interior designers alike, antique American hooked rugs bridge the worlds of folk art and functional textile. This rug is not only a decorative accent but also a tangible piece of American cultural history. Dimensions: 2’ 6” x 4’ Date of Manufacture: Early 1900s Place of Origin: United States Material: Wool and cotton pile on a burlap foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1447 American Hooked Rugs, Vintage Hooked Rugs, Early American Hooked Rugs, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets, Vintage Carpets, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs, Sustainability, Vintage Distressed Rugs, Allover Design Rug, Mid Century Modern Rugs, Vintage Rag Rugs, Vintage Wool Rag Rugs, American Folk Art Rugs, Antique American Rag Runner, Cottage Rugs, Rustic Rugs, Flat Woven Rugs.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Length: 48 in (121.92 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900-1909
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Barrington, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 14471stDibs: LU8224248122042

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