Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 5

Antique Hooked Rug in Dark Brown with Horseshoe Pictorial - Rug & Kilim

About the Item

This 2x3 antique hooked rug is an exceptional addition to Rug & Kilim's collection of rare and collectible American hooked rugs and folk art designs—a fabulous bucolic find of early 20th century talismanic design in its provenance, made with hand-hooked wool and originating within the United States circa 1920-1930. On the Design: This hooked rug enjoys a bold horseshoe motif centered within a geometric design, in a concept much like open field rugs in its use of negative space through color. Connoisseurs will appreciate the refined compositional approach, where the lucky horseshoe is positioned centrally within an elongated hexagonal field and flanked by delicate olive branches that enhance its talismanic significance. This combination elevates the common horseshoe symbol from mere superstition to a more formal emblem of prosperity and protection. The colorway demonstrates remarkable sophistication with its deep charcoal-black central field providing dramatic contrast for the cream horseshoe and sage-green olive branches. The geometric design employs a rich blue secondary border with subtle heathered texture, all contained within a vibrant rust-red outer border. This tricolor border treatment creates a formal presentation that references traditional American flag colors while remaining subtly patriotic. The olive branches, representing peace and victory in classical symbolism, add a layer of meaning beyond simple good fortune, suggesting both protection and prosperity for the household. Condition: This antique hooked rug has been given a new canvas backing, and further enjoys an overall good condition for its age and origin, with some mild wear consistent with its age and provenance.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Length: 31 in (78.74 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Long Island City, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 309221stDibs: LU4551144543992

More From This Seller

View All
Antique Hooked Rug in Cream with Horseshoe Pictorial - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 2x3 antique hooked rug is an exceptional addition to Rug & Kilim's collection of rare and collectible American hooked rugs and folk art designs—a fabulous bucolic find of early ...
Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hooked Rug in Beige-Brown with Dog Pictorials - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handmade in wool and originating circa 1920-1930, this 2x4 rug is a rare and exciting new curation in Rug & Kilim’s collection of antique hooked rugs. On the Design: This hooked ...
Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hooked Rug in Beige-Brown with Animal Pictorial Patterns Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handmade in wool and originating circa 1920-1930, this 2x3 rug is a rare and exciting new curation in Rug & Kilim’s collection of antique hooked rugs. On the Design: This charmin...
Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hooked Rug in Beige-Brown with Animal Pictorial Patterns Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handmade in wool and originating circa 1920-1930, this 2x3 rug is a rare and exciting new curation in Rug & Kilim’s collection of antique hooked rugs. On the Design: This folk ar...
Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hooked Rug in Beige-Brown with Animal Pictorial Patterns Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handmade in wool and originating circa 1920-1930, this 2x3 rug is a rare and exciting new curation in Rug & Kilim’s collection of antique hooked rugs. On the Design: Admirers of ...
Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Hooked Rug in Beige-Brown with Horse Pictorial Patterns Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handmade in wool and originating circa 1920-1930, this 2x4 rug is a rare and exciting new curation in Rug & Kilim’s collection of antique hooked rugs. On the Design: Admirers of ...
Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

You May Also Like

American Hooked Pictorial Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century American hooked pictorial rug. Measures: 1'2'' x 1'7''.
Category

20th Century Country North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pictorial Antique American Hooked Rug Of A American Bald Eagle Hooked Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
Creams and Gold, tan antique American hooked rug with a bald eagle on a tree , Keivan Woven Arts / rug J10-1201, country of origin / type: United States / Hooked, circa 1950 This ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pictorial Antique American Hooked Rug with Old Farm House Setting
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique American hooked rug with large ship design at the sea, rug S12-0407, country of origin / type: United States / Hooked, circa 1930 This colorful American hooked rug depicts...
Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial North and South American Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Pictorial Antique American Hooked Rug Horse & Buggy in Multi Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Purple, black, orange, green, brown and light tones in this antique American hooked rug with horse and buggy, rug H8-1104, country of origin / type: United States / Hooked, circa 193...
Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

1930s Pictorial American Hooked Rug 3' 2"x 6' 7"
Located in New York, NY
1930s Pictorial American Hooked Rug 3' 2"x 6' 7"
Category

Vintage 1930s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Fabric

1930s Pictorial American Hooked Rug
Located in New York, NY
1930s Pictorial American Hooked Rug
Category

Vintage 1930s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Recently Viewed

View All