Bidspirit auction | American Folk Art Hooked Rug

American Folk Art Hooked Rug in A Family of Cats Pattern - This single hook rug is an example of American folk art textile work, featuring a central rectangular panel in the A Family of Cats pattern. The design depicts two large dark-toned cats facing a smaller central cat figure on a tan ground. The central scene is framed by an extensive radiating geometric border composed of concentric diamond shapes. The palette includes various shades of pink, cream, tan, black, red, and muted green. The construction consists of hand-hooked fabric strips on a coarse woven burlap foundation. The materials are brittle due to age. Length: 64 inches Width: 35 inches.