Antique American Hooked Rug American Allover Floral
| Stock number | 17041 |
| Size | 2 ft 6 in x 4 ft 8 in (0.76 m x 1.42 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1925 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Gray |
| Pattern | Floral |
Antique American Hooked Rug American Allover Floral, Circa Date: 1925. This exceptional American hooked rug, dating from the height of the early 20th-century craft revival, showcases a sophisticated interpretation of traditional European textile design. The dense, textural looping characteristic of the hooking technique gives the surface a unique, tactile quality, distinguishing it from woven antique rugs. The palette is restrained yet vibrant, centered around a subtly mottled field of taupe and gray color rugs. This neutral ground allows the highly detailed scrolling foliage to stand out in striking contrast. The use of variegated wools creates a depth of color, blending soft rose pinks with rich indigo and slate blues in the elaborate framework surrounding the central void. The design features a grand, mirrored cartouche formed by stylized acanthus leaves and exuberant vines.