Antique American Hooked Rug Small Scatter Size Wool Brown Earth Tone
| Stock number | 24525 |
| Size | 3 ft 1 in x 6 ft 1 in (0.94 m x 1.85 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1880 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Brown Earth Tone |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique American Hooked Rug Small Scatter Size Wool Brown Earth Tone, Circa Date: 1880s. This charming American folk art piece, dating to the 1880s, utilizes the traditional hooked technique, creating a dense, tactile surface from recycled wool fabric. Its practical small scatter size makes it an ideal accent piece for a hallway or beside a hearth. The design is dominated by a repeating lattice of interlocking diamonds, executed in a rich, variegated palette. The overall effect is grounded in a sophisticated brown earth tone, subtly punctuated by faded blues, creams, and deep reds, reflecting the natural dye sources available during the late 19th century. Unusually, the central field features a striking, personalized inscription—the phrase "HARD TIMES JULY 181"—rendered in bold, contrasting red lettering.