Multicolor Jewel Tones Antique 1930s Square Hooked Wool Floral American Rug
| Stock number | 20612 |
| Size | 2 ft 3 in x 3 ft 2 in (0.69 m x 0.97 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1930 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Multicolor Jewel Tones |
| Pattern | Floral |
Multicolor Jewel Tones Antique 1930s Square Hooked Wool Floral American Rug, Circa Date: 1930s. This exceptional square piece exemplifies the unique domestic artistry of the American Hooked Rug tradition. Unlike woven pile carpets, this technique uses strips of fabric or yarn pulled through a foundation, creating a highly textural, almost three-dimensional surface that captures the charm of folk art. The pictorial design depicts a serene, stylized landscape, complete with cypress trees, a charming small building, and various fauna, including a striking red cardinal and a heron. The palette utilizes rich, saturated hues set against a neutral, earthy ground, making it a prime example of multicolor jewel tone rugs. Although the scene is pictorial, the overall square composition is rooted in traditional floral rugs and natural motifs.