Antique Hooked Rug With Floral Medallion & Scrollwork Design - Rug & Kilim

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This antique 2x4 hooked rug, circa 1920–1929, displays a floral medallion framed by scrolling foliate motifs and stylized borders in … Read more This antique 2x4 hooked rug, circa 1920–1929, displays a floral medallion framed by scrolling foliate motifs and stylized borders in soft blue, lavender, and brown tones. Its distinctive silhouette and decorative palette reflect early American hooked rug traditions.

On the Design:

This antique hooked rug from the collection of Y & B Bolour, presents an unusual elongated oval form, a shape seldom encountered among early twentieth-century hooked textiles. The visual juxtaposition centers on a floral medallion composed of a coral blossom surrounded by lavender flowers and stylized foliage, arranged with remarkable symmetry against an ivory field. The unusual outline, with softened corners and scalloped contours, lends the piece an almost architectural quality that distinguishes it from more conventional rectangular examples.

Equally compelling is the surrounding border, where scrolling foliate motifs in shades of blue, teal, and navy frame the visual juxtaposition with a sense of movement and rhythm. The restrained palette of ivory, brown, lavender, rose, and soft blue creates a gentle contrast that highlights the graphic qualities of the hooked construction. The design reflects the influence of both folk art traditions and decorative Victorian ornament, balancing floral naturalism with stylized geometry. Rich in character and visual charm, this rug exemplifies the handcrafted artistry and decorative ingenuity of American hooked rugs from the 1920s.

Condition:

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