Antique American Rag Flat Weave Rug
| Stock number | 25312 |
| Size | 8 ft 10 in x 11 ft 3 in (2.69 m x 3.43 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | American Rag |
| Materials | Cotton |
| Construction | Flat Weave |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique American Rag Flat Weave Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional piece of Americana represents the resourceful textile traditions of the late 19th century, utilizing repurposed fabrics woven into durable, utilitarian floor coverings. Such antique rugs offer a unique window into domestic history and the enduring appeal of handcrafted textiles. The palette is wonderfully subdued, featuring a complex interplay of faded slate blue, charcoal gray, and subtle accents of deep red and purple. The ground color is composed primarily of soft, variegated strips, resulting in a calming ivory beige cream effect that anchors the overall design and highlights the natural variation inherent in the rag weaving process. Constructed in three vertical panels expertly stitched together, the rug displays a striking, highly linear pattern.