Antique Hooked Rug With Floral Garland Design in Beige and Green - Rug & Kilim

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Description

This antique 3x4 hooked rug, circa 1920–1929, features a restrained floral border design in warm terracotta, olive, and golden tones. … Read more This antique 3x4 hooked rug, circa 1920–1929, features a restrained floral border design in warm terracotta, olive, and golden tones. Its elongated central reserve and decorative garland motifs reflect the enduring appeal of early American hooked textiles.

On the Design:

This antique hooked rug from the collection of Y & B Bolour, presents a beautifully balanced visual juxtaposition centered around an open rectangular field framed by an elaborate floral garland border. The design employs repeating stylized blossoms and pinecone motifs connected by scrolling vines that create rhythm and symmetry around the perimeter. The spacious central reserve, intentionally left unadorned, recalls decorative mats and table carpets produced in the early twentieth century, where borders often carried the principal ornament. This thoughtful use of negative space lends the visual juxtaposition an architectural clarity and a distinctly understated elegance.

Particularly noteworthy is the rug’s warm palette of terracotta, burgundy, olive green, soft gold, and deep charcoal tones. The hooked construction gives the surface a rich tactile quality, while the restrained colors and stylized floral drawing reflect the influence of American folk art and the Arts and Crafts movement. The repeating botanical motifs create a gentle visual rhythm that enhances the decorative character of the piece without overwhelming the visual juxtaposition. Rich in character and craftsmanship, this rug stands as an excellent example of early twentieth-century American hooked textiles.

Condition:

This antique hooked rug is in good condition for its age and origin. See less