Small Square Floral Grid Pattern Antique American Folk Art Hooked Rug
$6,000.00
| Stock number | 17623 |
| Size | 4 ft 6 in x 5 ft 6 in (1.37 m x 1.68 m) |
| Origin | American USA |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | American Hooked |
| Materials | Wool & Cotton |
| Construction | Hooked |
| Colors | Multicolor Jewel Tones |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Allover Floral Hooked - Loop Pile Square Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional piece represents the height of American textile artistry in the late 19th century. Crafted using the distinctive loop pile hooking technique, it offers a textural depth rarely found in traditional antique rugs. The design employs an intricate geometric lattice that creates a strong visual rhythm. Stylized quatrefoil medallions, each housing a delicate floral bloom, are arranged in an allover pattern across the field, demonstrating a sophisticated approach to domestic design within its square format. The palette is surprisingly rich, utilizing soft sage greens, pale rose, and deep earth tones set against a variegated, diagonally striped ground. This skillful combination of hues results in a captivating multicolor jewel tone effect that shifts subtly depending on the light.