10-28-201210-28-2012
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2618BBoston
October 28, 2012 10:00 AMCalender
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Patriotic Painted Eagle and Flag Banner

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Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2618BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 28, 2012 10:00AM

Description:

Patriotic Painted Eagle and Flag Banner, reportedly from a Chicago school, late 19th century, painted canvas window shade depicting an eagle carrying a waving flag topped with a Liberty cap, with red gold and blue striped borders and glitter accented American shields in the corners, (toning, stains, tears),74 x 36 in.

Provenance: Purchased from Oakland Antiques.
Estimate $300-500

Several tears near the edges and the bottom third, many with make-do tape repairs and reinforcements.