Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
Thirty-four-star American Flag, c. 1861-63, red and white hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, blue wool bunting canton with cotton starts, canvas hoist, marked WHITAKER in iron gall ink on the hoist, ht. 108, lg. 202 in.
Provenance: From the collection of the Valley Forge Historical Society.
Estimate $700-900
Flag is in overall good condition, with a few nips and early 20th century repairs.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200