Antique American Folk Art Diamond In Square Pattern Hooked Rug
$1,125.00
| Stock number | 18413 |
| Size | 3 ft 4 in x 5 ft 2 in (1.02 m x 1.57 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1925 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique American Hooked Rug American Ivory 1925 Ivory, Circa Date: 1925. This exceptional textile represents the height of early 20th-century folk art, showcasing the robust texture and charming irregularity inherent to the American hooked rug tradition. The piece features a complex interplay of geometric and stylized floral motifs set against a muted, sophisticated ground. The composition utilizes a striking diagonal arrangement of large, stylized quatrefoils and diamond shapes. This structure creates dynamic movement across the field, eschewing a centralized medallion in favor of an effective allover design that fills the visual space completely. The use of varied textures within the hooking adds depth to the repeating patterns. The palette is remarkably refined for a hooked piece, centering on subtle shifts in tone.