Antique Large Braided American Allover Flat Weave Oval Rug
$22,200.00
| Stock number | 24183 |
| Size | 12 ft 6 in x 15 ft 8 in (3.81 m x 4.78 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1925 |
| Style | Braided |
| Materials | Wool & Cotton |
| Construction | Flat Weave |
| Colors | Multicolor Jewel Tones |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique Large Braided American Allover Flat Weave Oval Rug, Circa Date: 1925. This exceptional American braided oval rug represents a significant piece of early 20th-century textile history, moving beyond traditional hooked designs into a robust, utilitarian flat weave. Its construction technique, utilizing tightly wound fabric strips, speaks to the resourcefulness and enduring craft traditions found in antique rugs of this period. The design is characterized by concentric, oval rings that radiate outward from a central panel, creating a hypnotic, textured field. The color palette is remarkably rich yet subdued, utilizing a sophisticated blend of earthy neutrals—taupe, moss green, and charcoal—interspersed with flecks of deeper hues, resulting in a subtle, variegated multicolor jewel tone effect.