Antique Artistic American Folk Art Scenic Cabin Design Hooked Rug
| Stock number | 19731 |
| Size | 2 ft 6 in x 4 ft 6 in (0.76 m x 1.37 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Multicolor Jewel Tones |
| Pattern | Floral |
American Hooked Antique 1920s Wool Small Scatter Size Rug, Country of Origin: American USA Rugs, Circa Date: 1920s. This charming textile is a superb example of the folk artistry prevalent in American USA Rugs during the early 20th century. Hooked rugs, often crafted from recycled materials, represent a unique domestic tradition focused on narrative and texture rather than formal geometry. The robust wool pile defines the rustic, pictorial scene with tactile precision. The central motif captures a whimsical, idealized domestic landscape: a quaint yellow cottage with a deep red roof, smoke rising from the chimney, nestled among stylized green and teal foliage. This pictorial style offers a refreshing contrast to the geometric or floral rugs that dominated commercial weaving at the time, emphasizing personal storytelling and regional charm.