Antique Hooked Rug, Origin: United States, Circa 1920 — Much like many other traditional American rugs developed during this era, there is less emphasis on definitive forms and more on abstract shapes and colors. The unique blend of square movements and elegantly simple color combinations allows this rug to stand out as a unique and attention grabbing piece of work. The several layers of borders serve to draw the eye inward along the fine blends of stripes and squares. The space at the center of the rug is broken up attractively according to an eclectic pattern of rigid, grounding shapes and elegant colors.