Chinese North and South American Rugs

The Older Antique Chinese Rugs, as opposed to most other productions of Chinese goods, were woven almost exclusively for internal consumption. Since ...

Rare American Hooked rug with a happy colorful motif. Dated 1963 and initialized IEV. Not sure whose name is in the initials Measure: 30'' round.

Classic 1980's Hollywood Regency, Art Deco Revival, Post Modern style bespoke carpet, rug by noted American maker Masland. The carpet is constructed of spun nylon, it is in very goo...

A vintage American rag rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 6" x 5' 8" North American rugs & carpets: North American has never developed a unified handmade rug tradition, but rather it is the unassimilated confluence of several. From Mexico comes the Saltillo serape wearing blanket, and this stimulates the Navajo and Rio Grande (Colorado) weavers, first as blankets, then as rugs. The thrifty habits of rural America gave rise to the New England (and Western Canadian) hooked rug types, while the farmers of the Midwest recycled their disused garments into braided and rag rugs. The closest to a real ongoing tradition are the Southwestern (New Mexican) Navajo rugs. By the 1860s the native tribes were weaving wearing blankets with wool from the Spanish churro sheep. These were in stripe design, with combinations of undyed wool with cochineal reds and indigo blues. The multi-phase “Chief’s Blankets” from the 1870s-80s are a natural outgrowth of these. Machine spun red wool from Germantown in Pennsylvania appeared in the 1870s with a bright red hitherto unobtainable. The weavers loved it and blankets appeared with bright reds, generally aniline, in “eye dazzler” patterns. Anglo traders established posts beginning in the 1890s. Navajo weavings were perfect accompaniments not only for Western-themed decors, but for East Coast apartments, only they needed to be thicker and more rug like to be truly accepted. The traders brought Caucasian and Turkish village rugs to copy, borders were introduced and central medallions devised. The weavers continued to create on vertical looms, with a shared warp (dovetailing) weft structure to avoid slits. The warps were cotton string. Sizes were generally scatters, but occasionally a special order came in, hence antique room size Navajos are very rare and very pricey. Distinct village/pueblo styles developed. Among the best are: Two Grey Hills (considered the tightest, closest of all Navajo weaving), Crystal Springs, and Ganado. Certain new patterns such as the “Storm pattern” with jagged lightning bolts emanating from a dark cloud developed. The Yei rug with dancing Kachina doll figures became popular. The palette has been expanded beyond the classic grey, tan, dark brown, and cream natural wool combination to again include reds, blues, and greens. Navajo pictorials include American flags, trains, and automobiles, domestic and local scenes and scenery. Individual artist weavers now command gallery shows and correspondingly elevated prices. There are several levels of Navajo work, and antique and vintage scatters with simple flat designs, medium weaves, and tritonal palettes, and in good floor worthy condition are still available reasonably. The Native American weaving tradition extends into Colorado with two-piece scatters with sharp sawtooth medallions and striped end borders, with wool tapestry weave on cotton warps. These descend from the Saltillo blankets...

Ingenious in style, color and composition, the features in this spectacular, antique American Hooked rug create an illusion of depth and texture. The beautiful basket-weave pattern, ...

1920s Chinese art deco carpet with a deep red field and tanborder, designs in corners. Measures: 8 x 10

79114 Antique Art Deco Bauhaus American Hooked Rug, 02'08 x 03'07. This semi-antique American hooked rug is a striking representation of the dynamic design movements that defined the...

Beautiful Antique Chinese Peking Rug, hand-knotted wool with a beige field, in a Classic Chinese floral design. This rug measures: 10'0" x 11'4".   

This charming early American hand-hooked rug was crafted in the early 1900s in the New England region of the United States. Featuring a classic floral design, the rug displays blossoms in brilliant vintage tones, radiating warmth, character, and nostalgic beauty. Antique hooked rugs are celebrated for their unique blend of folk art creativity and unpretentious simplicity. This piece is a wonderful example—both artistic and heartfelt—showcasing the resourcefulness and imaginative spirit of its maker. Created from repurposed materials and hand-dyed wool, it reflects a tradition where everyday utility met artistic expression. A delightful and authentic piece of Americana, ideal for collectors of folk art or anyone drawn to the beauty of handmade heritage. Dimensions: 2’ 1” x 3’ 4” Date of Manufacture: Early 1900s Place of Origin: America Material: Wool and cotton pile on a burlap foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot, SKU 1451 American Hooked Rugs, Vintage Hooked Rugs, Early American Hooked Rugs, American Rag Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets, Vintage Carpets, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs, Sustainability, Vintage Distressed Rugs, Allover Design Rug, Mid Century Modern Rugs, Vintage Rag Rugs, Vintage Wool Rag Rugs...

This exquisite circa 1920s Navajo Crystal Trading Post rug is a remarkable example of Navajo craftsmanship, carefully handwoven from high-quality wool and dyed with a combination of ...

A vintage American folk rag rug in accent rug format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 5' 10" x 8' 7".

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Hand-Knotted Wool Style: American Colonial Revival This vintage American hand-hooked rug dates from the 1940s–60s and features a cha...