A charming and colorful antique American braided round rug from the second quarter of the 20th century, circa 1940s, featuring a vibrant palette of red, blue, white, green, yellow, and gray. This handcrafted textile is composed of braided strips of repurposed clothing and fabric — embodying the spirit of American ingenuity and sustainable living that produced some of the most warmly personal objects in the American folk art tradition. The rug's concentric circular design creates a dynamic sense of movement and texture as the colors spiral outward from the center.
Round braided rugs of the 1930s and 1940s are among the most beloved and collectible objects in American folk textile art — their circular form, their repurposed materials, and the warmth of their hand-braided construction combining to create objects of extraordinary personal character and domestic warmth.
Dimensions: 45" diameter (Round)
Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: United States
Material: Wool and cotton braided from repurposed textiles