Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
Silk Flag with Painted Eagle, c. late 19th century, red and white silk stripes, machine-sewn, blue silk canton with painted eagle, shield, and thirteen stars, bordered with red fringe, with a paper tag attached which reads National Flag and Banner co., ht. 52, lg. 59 in.
Provenance: From the collection of the Valley Forge Historical Society.
Estimate $1,000-1,200
Overall good condition with some tears and loss to the silk.
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