Hooked Rug (Cotton)
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
overall: 35.5 x 44.8 cm (14 x 17 5/8 in.) Original IAD Object: 38" wide; 45 3/4" long
Classification
Index of American Design
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Index of American Design
Accession Number
1943.8.2547
Art Historical Context
**Hooked Rug (Cot)** by Charlotte Angus (c. 1940) is a vibrant watercolor and graphite rendering on paper, capturing the intricate details of a traditional American craft. Measuring 35.5 x 44.8 cm (14 x 17 5/8 in.), this depicts an original cotton hooked rug that spanned 38 inches wide by45 3/4 inches long. Part of the National Gallery of's collection from the Index of American DesignDepartment: CG-W), it showcases Angus's meticulous technique in preserving everyday artistry through precise shading and color. Created during the Great Depression era, this piece stems from the Index of American...
About the Artist
Charlotte Angus
Charlotte Angus (1911–1989) was an American artist renowned for her meticulous watercolors and graphite drawings that captured the essence of American folk art and historical artifacts. Born on February 2, 1911, in Kansas City, Missouri, she relocated to Philadelphia at a young age, where she immersed herself in the city's vibrant artistic community. Angus honed her skills at the University of the...