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GRENFELL RUG.

Currency:USD Category:Antiques Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,500.00 USD
GRENFELL RUG.
Early 20th century, Labrador/Newfoundland. Woven with a depiction of sailing ships in an ice filled bay, a coastal lighthouse in the background, all within an olive green border. Original label remains sewn on reverse. SIZE: 27" h x 39" w. PROVENANCE: From the Paul Kaplan collection. Note: This rug is illustrated in "Hooked Rugs: History and the continuing tradition." by Jessie A. Turbayne. Illustration at bottom of page 112. CONDITION: Very good. 9-29138