Rare Blue Color Antique Folk Art Leaf Pattern Small American Hooked Rug
$1,360.00
| Stock number | 20-13149 |
| Size | 2 ft 7 in x 4 ft 6 in (0.79 m x 1.37 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
This early 20th century antique American rug is a quintessential example of "Primitive Folk Art," representing the domestic ingenuity and artistic spirit of rural North America. While floral and geometric designs were the staples of the hooking tradition, this specific specimen is distinguished by its rare blue ground and its rhythmic, stylized leaf pattern, making it a highly collectible "crossover" piece that appeals to both Americana enthusiasts and modern minimalist designers. The composition is centered upon a charmingly asymmetric arrangement of autumnal or botanical leaves. In the American folk tradition, these motifs were often "drawn" by hand onto a burlap foundation using items from the home—like a plate for circles or a leaf from the yard—resulting in a design that feels organic, spontaneous, and deeply personal.