Antique American Usa Floral Medallion Wool Hand Knotted Pile 1880s Rug
$22,500.00
| Stock number | 18409 |
| Size | 8 ft 10 in x 10 ft 3 in (2.69 m x 3.12 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1880 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Brown Earth Tone |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
Antique American Usa Floral Medallion Wool Hand Knotted Pile 1880s Rug, Country of Origin: American USA Rugs, Circa Date: 1880s. This exceptional textile represents a rare example of early American USA Rugs production, showcasing the burgeoning domestic industry's ability to adapt traditional European designs into a distinctly American aesthetic. The wool pile, likely hand-knotted, provides a robust yet textural surface. The design centers on a striking floral medallion, rendered in a palette dominated by rich browns, deep greens, and accents of faded crimson. The field employs horizontal striping, an unusual technique that gives the appearance of wood grain or striated fabric, lending depth and a rustic sophistication to the overall composition. Measuring in a generous scale, this piece is ideally suited for placement as a true room size centerpiece (8.1ft x 10.03ft).