A charming vintage American braided round rug from the mid-20th century, hand-crafted from repurposed clothing textiles in a warm palette of red, blue, white, green, gray, and tan. This folk art creation exemplifies the American tradition of recycling and resourcefulness — the same values that animate the great rag rug and patchwork quilt traditions — blending practicality with artistry in a composition of genuine handcraft warmth and circular form.
American braided rugs were traditionally made in New England and the rural communities of the Northeast, where thrift and ingenuity transformed worn clothing and household textiles into beautiful and durable floor coverings. The round format — achieved by braiding fabric strips in a continuous coil — is one of the most technically demanding and visually satisfying forms in the braided rug tradition.
Dimensions: 44" diameter (Round)
Date of Manufacture: Mid 1900s
Place of Origin: United States
Material: Wool and cotton braided from repurposed textiles
