Antique American Hooked Rugs

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Antique Ivory Oversized American Hooked Rug 50315
$28,000.00 Size: 12 ft 4 in x 22 ft 7 in (3.76 m x 6.88 m)Purchase
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Large Antique French Aubusson Design American Hooked Rug 72415
$14,000.00 Size: 11 ft 4 in x 18 ft 2 in (3.45 m x 5.54 m)Purchase
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Room Sized Antique American Hooked Rug 50292
$8,800.00 Size: 9 ft 4 in x 13 ft 2 in (2.84 m x 4.01 m)Purchase
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Floral Pattern Room Size Antique American Hooked Rug 72967
$4,400.00 Size: 8 ft 9 in x 11 ft 10 in (2.67 m x 3.61 m)Purchase
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Antique Rare Room Size American Hooked Rug 46057
$17,500.00 Size: 9 ft 6 in x 11 ft 7 in (2.9 m x 3.53 m)Purchase
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Antique Floral American Hooked Rug 72968
$2,600.00 Size: 5 ft 11 in x 8 ft 11 in (1.8 m x 2.72 m)Purchase
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Antique American Hooked Rug 50722
$3,600.00 Size: 4 ft 5 in x 8 ft 10 in (1.35 m x 2.69 m)Purchase
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Rustic Floral Antique American Short Runner Hooked Rug 2743
$3,200.00 Size: 3 ft 2 in x 8 ft 1 in (0.97 m x 2.46 m)Purchase
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Rare Antique Art Nouveau American Hooked Rug 47491
$12,500.00 Size: 5 ft 7 in x 8 ft (1.7 m x 2.44 m)Purchase
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Decorative Floral Antique American Hooked Runner Rug 2499
$2,200.00 Size: 2 ft 3 in x 7 ft 10 in (0.69 m x 2.39 m)Purchase
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Antique Hooked American Rug 2696
$2,200.00 Size: 4 ft 5 in x 7 ft 9 in (1.35 m x 2.36 m)Purchase
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Antique Deco American Hooked Rug 2714
$6,900.00 Size: 7 ft 5 in x 7 ft 5 in (2.26 m x 2.26 m)Purchase
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Beautiful Small Scatter Size Earth Tone Color Allover Folk Art Antique American Hooked Area Rug 50289
$2,900.00 Size: 4 ft 2 in x 7 ft 2 in (1.27 m x 2.18 m)Purchase
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Antique American Hooked Rug 50698
$4,500.00 Size: 4 ft 1 in x 6 ft 7 in (1.24 m x 2.01 m)Purchase
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Small Beautiful Antique American Hooked Rug 2698
$3,200.00 Size: 4 ft 11 in x 5 ft 8 in (1.5 m x 1.73 m)Purchase
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Small Scatter Size Antique American Hooked Rug 2741
$1,550.00 Size: 4 ft x 5 ft (1.22 m x 1.52 m)Purchase
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Small Size Antique Artistic American Hooked Area Rug 2560
$2,450.00 Size: 2 ft 10 in x 4 ft 10 in (0.86 m x 1.47 m)Purchase
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Small Antique Green Color Artistic Hooked American Rug 2786
$3,200.00 Size: 2 ft 11 in x 4 ft 10 in (0.89 m x 1.47 m)Purchase
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Antique American Hooked Runner Rug Signed ADL 73128
$1,590.00 Size: 1 ft x 4 ft 3 in (0.3 m x 1.3 m)Purchase
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Small Antique Floral Hooked American Rug 72393
$2,600.00 Size: 3 ft 3 in x 4 ft 3 in (0.99 m x 1.3 m)Purchase
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Artistic Floral And Geometric Antique American Hooked Area Rug 72396
$1,100.00 Size: 3 ft 2 in x 4 ft 2 in (0.97 m x 1.27 m)Purchase
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Refined Floral Design Antique American Hooked Area Rug 72394
$850.00 Size: 2 ft 6 in x 3 ft 11 in (0.76 m x 1.19 m)Purchase
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Small Scatter Size Antique American Hooked Rug 2562
$460.00 Size: 2 ft 4 in x 3 ft 9 in (0.71 m x 1.14 m)Purchase
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Small Scatter Size Antique American Green Hooked Rug 2790
$1,600.00 Size: 2 ft 5 in x 3 ft 8 in (0.74 m x 1.12 m)Purchase
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Learn More About Antique American Hooked Rugs

Among the textile floor coverings produced in the United States or North America, the most distinctive and well known is the Hooked Rug. The hooked rugs were mostly produced in the Northeast part of the USA as well as Maritime Canada. The first Hooked American rugs date to around the 1840’s. From that point on they slowly began to spread across the Northern United States of America as a small local cottage type industry.

The hand hooked American rug designs ranges from irregular free form multi-colored patterns, to stripes, concentric spirals, reciprocal designs of squares, and even folk art pictorial representations. Materials consisted of linen, flax, hemp, and eventually imported Indian jute.

Today, antique hand hooked American rugs are a popular hobby using a latch hook (a tool with similarities to a crochet hook, with the addition of a hinged pin on the open side of the hook) that holds the yarn as it is pulled through a piece of canvas. This is a far different process than the way the antique rugs used to be made. The method of hooking rugs came about by necessity.

Made first in the Northeastern States and some Eastern provinces of Canada in the 19th century, the rugs were made from any scrap material available and burlap feed sacks. These rugs were needed to keep floors warm and they also provided some decoration. The first rugs hooked had little by way of shading, but many interesting designs started to come about when women found they could put an image into their rugs.

The most common design found in the earliest rugs was floral, expanding to include scenes and even an images of peoples’ pets. As the process was refined, yarn made of wool or other fibers, was cut into uniform lengths and finer canvases were used. Hooked rugs have a variable pile, depending upon the lengths of yarn used, and the designs are increasingly complex. These rugs are flat on the bottom and not reversible.

As the popularity of Americana folk art surges, this type of rug has become more sought-after. Antique hooked rugs lend themselves well to décor and wall hangings.

Hand made by housewives and local craft makers, American hooked rugs are folksy works of art that are functional too. Hand hooked rugs feature a beautiful variety of local motifs, patriotic patterns and simple geometric figures that have a whimsical new world style. This original handcrafting technique produces lovely textures and stylized patterns that are delicate and charming. The nubby shoe-peg loops and marbled variegation emphasizes the unique style and rich textures of these important handcrafts.

Surprisingly direct in their execution and free-form composition, antique hooked rugs pushed artistic boundaries and became part of the American folk art legacy. These iconic pieces have graced the nation’s floors from the White House to the rustic estates of New England. Hooked rugs are pure American style at its best.

Born out of America’s soulful folk art traditions, hand hooked rugs feature inspired freehand designs that immortalize icons of rural life. These exuberant and expressive handcrafts feature formal bouquet medallions and daring designs that range from dazzling to delicate. This unique construction technique and the improvisational design method give antique hooked rugs a rustic simplicity.

Horses, chickens, roosters, cats and domestic animals are commonly featured in these American folk art rugs. Delicate bouquets, classical botanical motifs and state symbols are commonly depicted along with simplified acanthus leaves and geometric tile motifs that have a graphic simplicity. Hand hooked rugs carry on America’s independent spirit from yesteryear and today.

Folk Art and Romantic Cottage Vibes: Home Decorating With American Hooked Rugs

American hooked rugs, both vintage and antique, are the free world’s sweetest achievement in textile art. These darling pieces exude the epitome of folk art. Simple yet poetic, these rugs are perfect if you are going for a cottage-look. American Hooked rugs were usually designed by house wives for the sake of functionality to warm the floor, while also adding a bit of joy and color to the decor.

The most common design theme for American Hooked Rugs involved florals, but they expand into pictorials including people, animals, and more as well. American Hooked Rugs celebrate the whimsical free spirit of American culture. They are as sweet as cherry pie.

Home Decorating With American Hooked Rugs: The Cottage Look

Andrew Karam

a month ago

Twenty or so years ago my father gave me a beautiful antique Persian rug - after so many years (and kids and pets) it needed some TLC, so I brought it to Nazmiyal. I just picked it up today and - wow! They got the stains out entirely and the entire rug is brighter; they also made some repairs - it's back in my living room and looks fantastic, and the bill was lower than I'd expected. Overall it was a great experience - the people are wonderful, the work was perfect, and I saw so many beautiful rugs at their store that I found myself wishing for a larger apartment. Next time I need any work done on a rug, or find an open bit of floor I know where I'll be heading.

Raven Ziegler

4 years ago

It is always a delight going to the Nazmiyal showroom. This Qashqai is one of several purchases made over the years, and mom is truly enjoying it. Jason and the staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They listen to the customeru2019s needs. When I go to the showroom, it is like visiting my family because we have the same appreciation for the textile arts.nnOriental carpets are a rare discipline to be educated in, because you canu2019t go to a university to have certain types of training and experience, such as knowing the cultures and processes of carpet weaving. Jason has such a refined eye that he can distinguish a good rug from a great rug, and that knowledge is offered to the customer to elevate their point of view.nnComing here has been an initiation into a world of culture, art, and beauty which has sustained me, and for that I am grateful.

Emmy C.

Loved my runner rug purchase from Nazmiyal. Love the ability to purchase, try and return if it didn't work out! I had it shipped to California and everything worked out beautifully!

Paul Rousseas

a year ago

NAZMIYAL is the best source for antique and vintage rugs and carpets. Staff is extremely knowledgeable, Jason himself is an amazing dealer who handpicks each and every piece in his stunning collection and is happy to educate the consumer, not just make a sale. I always trust his experience and great eye for all my spaces!

Chelsea Phillips

I had an absolutely wonderful experience working with Nazmiyal. I was very impressed by their selection, the quality of their beautiful carpets, and their extremely reasonable prices. Really I cannot say enough about how helpful everyone at the gallery was - especially Omri, work with him if you can! - and how happy I am with my new antique rug. Five stars, highly, highly recommended!