Image Lot Price Description

2367
$16,590.00
Revised: 8/14/2015 

Please note: Great news, this rug and its maker are referenced in “American Hooked and Sewn Rugs, Folk Art Underfoot” by Joel and Kate Kopp.

FOLK ART HOOK RUG “ALWAYS SAVE THE WOMEN FIRST”.

This fabulous hooked rug shows firemen saving women from a burning building leaving the men to their own peril. Titled on bottom and attributed to James and Mercedes Hutchinson of Brooklyn, New York, 1930-1990. Presently backed and mounted to a wood frame. REFERENCE: The maker discussed in: “American Hooked and Sewn Rugs Folk Under Foot” by Joe and Kate Copp. SIZE: 34″ h x 49″ w. CONDITION: Very good. 49202-2 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2367


Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - August 2015
Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.