Contemporary Hooked Pictorial Cat Motif Wool Runner by Rug & Kilim, India

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Hand-hooked in wool, this 2x4 contemporary pictorial rug showcases a dark charcoal ground with two striped cat figures flanking a … Read more Hand-hooked in wool, this 2x4 contemporary pictorial rug showcases a dark charcoal ground with two striped cat figures flanking a central pagoda motif, framed by a green stitched border for a whimsical, folk-art accent.

On the Design:

This contemporary hand-hooked pictorial rug blends charming folk-art iconography with a modern, high-contrast color scheme. Admirers of folk art and expressive textile design will appreciate the playful graphic personality of this unique pictorial piece. The layout centers on a rich, charcoal black field that serves as a dramatic canvas for a charming, symmetrical vignette. Two stylized cats, rendered in warm tan and orange with endearing features, sit attentively on checkered bases of crimson and brown. Between them rests a vibrant emerald green architectural motif, drawing the eye dynamically across the intimate scale. A simple, dashed green border beautifully frames the central scene, adding a smart finishing touch to the rustic aesthetic.

Keen eyes will be particularly drawn to the carpet's exceptional textural execution. A perimeter border executed in a vibrant green pick-stitch pattern frames the entire vignette, giving the piece the feel of a textile canvas. The looped wool construction enhances the tactile depth of the imagery, allowing the cream, green, and earth-toned details to project with clean definition. Scaled for versatile placement, this small-format piece brings a distinct artistic personality to foyers, bedside spaces, and curated nooks. The accompanying book, Scandinavian Design & the United States, 1890–1980 by Bobbye Tigerman and Monica Obniski, is part of Volumes by Rug & Kilim. The book (SKU - B047) can be acquired independently through our bookstore.

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