Blue Early 20th Century Antique Room Size Floral Inlay Pattern American Folk Art Hooked Rug
$22,500.00
| Stock number | 20311 |
| Size | 10 ft x 14 ft 8 in (3.05 m x 4.47 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
This hooked early twentieth-century American folk art rug is a soulful and sophisticated example of "New England Country" craftsmanship. While many folk art design antique American hooked rugs from this era were small scatter pieces, this room-size specimen is a rare and significant commission, representing the peak of domestic textile art during the American Arts and Crafts movement. It is defined by its unique Floral Inlay pattern, a design that bridges the gap between primitive folk charm and a more structured, architectural aesthetic. The composition is centered upon a rhythmic Floral Inlay and Geometric motif. Unlike the free-form "hit-or-miss" patterns common in utility area rugs, this piece features a disciplined arrangement of floral sprays—likely stylized roses or pansies—"inlaid" within a grid or framed by a series of border panels.