Hooked Rug - Center Design c. 1936

This design for a hooked rug, created by Ruth M. Barnes around 1936, features a central motif of vertical lines in various colors set against a brown background. The lines are framed by a geometric design with a red border. This watercolor design, typical of hooked rug patterns, showcases a popular craft for its time, utilizing color and shape to create a visually engaging design. The work exemplifies the interest in geometric and abstract patterns in the mid-20th century.