Small Scatter Size Bird Design Antique Ivory Cream Light Color American Hooked Rug
$2,300.00
| Stock number | 19137 |
| Size | 2 ft 3 in x 4 ft 5 in (0.69 m x 1.35 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
This late 19th-century American Hooked rug is a delightful example of "Pictorial Folk Art," representing the whimsical and soulful side of domestic weaving in the New World. While floral patterns were a staple of the era, bird-themed antique American hooked rugs are significantly rarer and highly sought after by collectors for their narrative charm and their connection to the symbolic language of the 19th-century American home. The composition of this rug is centered upon a charming pictorial bird motif, often depicted perched upon a flowering branch or nestled within a simple botanical spray. The drawing is characterized by its "Primitive" honesty—a hand-drawn quality that prioritizes character and spirit over anatomical realism.