Glazed cotton muslin, 8.75 x 12.25 in., printed flag with 38 stars configured in a global, or triple medallion pattern with star in upper left and lower left corner. Ca 1877-1890. The global medallion pattern was one of the most popular produced by flagmakers during the centennial period. Its design is timeless and features remarkably well-balanced composition and scale. Documented in the book, The Stars and Stripes: Fabric of the American Spirit, J. Richard Pierce LLC, 2005 (p. 27). Displayed in one exhibition. Provenance: J. Richard Pierce Collection of American Parade Flags Condition: Light, even toning and foxing. Red stripes have oxidized into light orange color. Few creases. Stitched to acid-free mat board, ready for framing.
Glazed cotton muslin, 8.75 x 12.25 in., printed flag with 38 stars configured in a global, or triple medallion pattern with star in upper left and lower left corner. Ca 1877-1890. The global medallion pattern was one of the most popular produced by flagmakers during the centennial period. Its design is timeless and features remarkably well-balanced composition and scale. Documented in the book, The Stars and Stripes: Fabric of the American Spirit, J. Richard Pierce LLC, 2005 (p. 27). Displayed in one exhibition. Provenance: J. Richard Pierce Collection of American Parade Flags Condition: Light, even toning and foxing. Red stripes have oxidized into light orange color. Few creases. Stitched to acid-free mat board, ready for framing.
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