Antique American Hooked Rug American Brown 1890s
$1,880.00
| Stock number | 18628 |
| Size | 1 ft 8 in x 3 ft 4 in (0.51 m x 1.02 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Brown Earth Tone |
| Pattern | Floral |
Antique American Hooked Rug American Brown 1890s, Circa Date: 1890s. This compelling example of American hooked rugs captures the vibrant, folk-art aesthetic popular in the late 19th century. The piece features a rich, deep field, primarily utilizing a brown earth tone color palette that provides a grounding contrast to the exuberant central design. The composition is dominated by a striking, vertical reserve of ivory, flanked by a lush, symmetrical dense floral arrangement. Roses, poppies, and various blossoms burst forth, rendered in the characteristic looped texture of the hooking technique. This piece is a testament to the enduring appeal of antique rugs crafted domestically. A highly stylized, scrolling acanthus leaf border frames the central medallion, executed in varying shades of cocoa and gold-ochre.