Lot 232
  • 232

Rare Yarn Sewn "Starry Night" Hearth Rug, Probably New England, circa 1830

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • wool
  • 32 by 48 in.
worked in dark blue indigo gold and moss green wool threads, at center a compote filled with fruit flanked by stars, blossoms and triangles. 

Condition

Some losses and fading consistent with age and use.
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