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No Reserve — Large Antique American Hooked Rug, early 20th century

Size: 12 ft x 8 ft 8 in (3.66 m x 2.64 m)

Provenance: Collection of late notable London and New York dealer

A remarkably large American hooked rug, notable for a scale far beyond that of the smaller domestic examples ordinarily encountered. Creating a rug of these dimensions required considerable planning, labor and control of the overall design. American hooked rugs evolved from practical household production into a distinctive form of textile folk art. Their appeal lies in the directness of the maker’s hand, the transformation of everyday materials and the subtle irregularities that distinguish handmade work from commercial manufacture. Its substantial size gives this example particular decorative importance and makes it suitable for a large country house, loft, or informal contemporary interior. Please contact our rug experts at auction@nazmiyal.com or call us for any questions you may have at 212.545.8029. Please note that all lots are sold "AS IS. " Condition reports are given as a courtesy to our clients and shall not be deemed as a guarantee of the lot's condition, quality, and authenticity. The absence of a condition report does not imply the item is in perfect condition.