Antique German Tetex Hooked Rug in Red With Floral Medallions - Rug & Kilim

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Handmade with wool circa 1920-1930, this 11x16 antique hooked rug is an extremely rare and exciting new addition to Rug … Read more Handmade with wool circa 1920-1930, this 11x16 antique hooked rug is an extremely rare and exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curations of the celebrated Tetex productions from Germany—arguably some of the finest of this particular weaving tradition.

On the Design:

Admirers of the craft may appreciate this piece as a European take on Oriental rug designs—a rich piece of artistry and history, and among few such spacious, large-size hooked rugs . Keen eyes for detail may admire this distinctive hooked technique that lends a unique texture to the rug, adding a more impressionistic, playful feel to its traditional sensibility. The rich red field creates a natural background for the impressive range of vibrant colors in its floral medallion patterns. Few rugs in its era, and even fewer in this rare provenance, boast this sheer range of hues and the attention to detail in its all over pattern.

It’s a regal piece, yet full of whimsy and personal touches that distinguish it among similar curations today. Altogether it’s a piece as deeply personal in its subtext as it is in the details and beauties that distinguish it in our craft—both a masterpiece and a true collector’s rug, teeming with history and culture.

Condition:

This antique German Tetex Hooked rug further enjoys good condition for its age and lineage. See less