Antique Folk Art Flowers Vase Design American Hooked Rug
| Stock number | 17847 |
| Size | 2 ft 3 in x 4 ft 6 in (0.69 m x 1.37 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Floral |
Antique American American Hooked Rug Ivory 1890s, Circa Date: 1890s. This charming example of folk art represents the best of the American Hooked Rug tradition from the late 19th century. Its dense, textured surface and naive execution lend it a unique, tactile quality prized by collectors of early American textiles. The composition centers on a bold, yet rustic, still-life motif set against a luminous, slightly faded ivory background. The use of deep reds, browns, and muted pinks in the central design provides a striking contrast to the neutral field, highlighting the inherent warmth of the natural dyes used. A delightful, stylized floral arrangement dominates the field, depicted within a simple vase or urn. The flowers themselves are rendered with an appealingly primitive hand, emphasizing shape and color over strict botanical accuracy.