{"product_id":"1920s-american-hooked-cotton-rug-oval-floral-design-4-33-2-58-ft-1b1043","title":"1920s American Hooked Cotton Rug, Oval Floral Design, 4.33 × 2.58 ft – 1B1043","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Floral Garland Around an Open Oval\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis handmade American hooked cotton rug, circa 1920s, features an open peach-beige oval surrounded by colourful flowers. The spacious centre contrasts with the lively garland, giving the composition a clear focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFive-petalled blossoms alternate with curling stems, pointed leaves and small buds. Burgundy, coral, pink, yellow and dusty blue bring individual accents around the oval. Cream flowers provide quieter intervals between the brighter colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDark brown outlines separate the petals and define the winding stems. Their fine contours give the floral drawing clarity against the pale ground. Small variations in shape and spacing contribute to its handmade character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSoft Colours and Expressive Drawing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flowers vary from deep burgundy to soft pastel shades. A yellow blossom provides a brighter accent near one end. Dusty blue and pink flowers balance the warmer coral and brown tones elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreen and grey-green leaves follow the curling stems around the field. Some leaves contain contrasting sections, while others use a single shade. The stems curve between the blossoms without forming a rigidly repeated pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA narrow dark outline encloses the peach-beige centre. This simple line separates the open field from the surrounding garland. Subtle variations in the cotton surface give the otherwise unpatterned oval texture and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStriped Corners and a Rectangular Frame\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConcentric bands of cream, taupe and brown fill the corners outside the oval. Their angular arrangement creates a striped rectangular frame around the softer floral composition. The contrast between curves and straight lines gives the rug its distinctive structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bands change direction as they meet at the corners. Differences in width and tone add movement to the neutral frame. A dark bound edge completes the perimeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hooked cotton surface has variations in loop height throughout the field and border. These changes give the colours a softly uneven appearance. The outer bands show more pronounced thinning and wear in places.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 132.1 × 78.7 cm, this rug offers a compact decorative format. It suits a bedside, reading corner or country-style study. Its warm neutral centre complements wood furniture while the flowers introduce small touches of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood overall condition, with uneven surface wear and scattered small spots in the central field. Variations in loop height and shading are present. The peach-beige centre shows visible tonal changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe outer border has localised thinning and worn sections. Minor irregularity and waviness affect the edges. The floral garland and striped corner design remain clearly defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: United States\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Circa 1920s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: American floral folk art\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Cotton\u003cbr\u003eTechnique: Handmade, hooked\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: Approximately 132.1 × 78.7 cm\u003cbr\u003eImperial dimensions: 4 ft 4 in × 2 ft 7 in, approximately 4.33 × 2.58 ft\u003cbr\u003eDesign: Open oval centre, flowering vine surround and concentric striped corners\u003cbr\u003eColours: Peach beige, cream, taupe, brown, burgundy, coral, pink, yellow, dusty blue and green\u003cbr\u003eFinishing: Dark bound edge\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uneven wear, small central spots, varied loop height, localised border thinning and slight edge waviness\u003cbr\u003eSKU: 1B1043\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy It’s Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe open oval gives the colourful garland room to stand out. Striped corners introduce a geometric contrast without competing with the flowers. Its combination of simple botanical drawing and textured cotton gives this small rug an inviting folk-art character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One Royal Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55097899680090,"sku":"1B1043","price":980.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/9656\/8577\/files\/1B1043_1.jpg?v=1793278761","url":"https:\/\/www.oneroyalart.com\/products\/1920s-american-hooked-cotton-rug-oval-floral-design-4-33-2-58-ft-1b1043","provider":"One Royal Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}