Early New England Hooked Rugs (Classic Reprint): An Important Collection Containing Some Very Fine Examples to Be Sold by Auction Thursday Afternoon, ... at Two-Thirty O'Clock (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A rare collection of early American hooked rugs is being offered at auction, showcasing fine craftsmanship and period design.

This catalog presents a broad range of hooked textiles, from small mats to large rugs, many featuring floral and animal motifs in subdued and vivid palettes. The collection highlights variety in borders, ground colors, and pattern styles, reflecting regional folk-art traditions and the domestic uses of these pieces.

• Discover a wide assortment of early American hooked rugs and mats with floral sprays, animal figures, and geometric patterns.
• See different border treatments, ground colors, and scale—from compact 2-foot pieces to large room-sized rugs.
• Explore color palettes that range from soft pastels to bold contrasts, and note the handwork and weaving styles.
• Get a sense of the collection’s breadth through many sizes, motifs, and condition notes typical of old textile auctions.

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