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Vintage American Red Roses Hooked Wool Rug

Offered by: Doris Leslie Blau Rugs

Description
A second quarter 20th century American hooked antique rug the ivory field with a faint tile pattern overlaid by a delicate lozenge lattice within a lush vinery frame with red roses and within a solid crimson outer border.Proliferating in regions where the winters were long, the climate cold and the economy limited, American hand hooked area rugs were traditionally made by pulling a narrow strip of cut fabric up through a foundation material (typically burlap or linen) with a special tool. Settling in coastal New England and Canada, the fishermen, farmers and the womenfolk who emigrated from Northern Europe, brought with them traditional crafts and a common culture that led to the evolution of handmade that are now considered a significant category of American folk art. Motifs for American rugs were often inspired by the maker's natural environment consisting of sea shells, fallen leaves, animals, the family dog, buildings, flowers, baskets, seascapes and landscape vignettes.

More Information

Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1940
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Dealer Reference #:	BB2647
Incollect Reference #:	533366

Dimensions

W.	152 in;	H.	187 in;
W.	386.08 cm;	H.	474.98 cm;

Message from Seller:

Founded in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau is a legendary New York City rug emporium, renowned for its selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces. Now owned by Nader Bolour, the gallery continues its tradition of offering exceptional designs while also creating custom rugs that reinvent traditional textures and styles. | nader@dlbrugs.com | 212.586.5511