American Rag Runner 1685

This charming vintage American rag runner from the early 20th century features a bold and playful stripe design with a vibrant green field flanked by alternating bands of soft and saturated pinks, accented with hints of blue and cream — a palette of rustic freshness that combines the graphic confidence of Americana folk art with a surprisingly modern sensibility.

Handwoven from repurposed wool and cotton, this long runner offers outstanding practical flexibility — its length can be custom-cut to fit your specific space, and the cut ends can be finished with your choice of color for side and end bindings. At 43 feet before cutting, it provides enough material for virtually any hallway or corridor application. The American rag rug tradition is one of the most authentic and deeply rooted forms of folk textile art in North America — born from the Puritan ethic of thrift and the practical necessity of keeping nothing to waste. Woven on simple looms from strips of repurposed clothing, worn blankets, and household textiles, these rugs transformed discarded materials into objects of remarkable beauty. The tradition has its strongest roots in New England and the Amish and Shaker communities of Pennsylvania, where the ethic of upcycling and reuse was elevated to an art form.

Dimensions: 2' 6" x 43'

Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s

Place of Origin: United States

Material: Wool, Cotton

Condition: Excellent

SKU: 1685