Hand-sewn 17-star American National Flag - Jun 23, 2018 | Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates In Va
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HAND-SEWN 17-STAR AMERICAN NATIONAL FLAG

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HAND-SEWN 17-STAR AMERICAN NATIONAL FLAG
HAND-SEWN 17-STAR AMERICAN NATIONAL FLAG
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Description
HAND-SEWN 17-STAR AMERICAN NATIONAL FLAG, linen, light blue canton exhibiting unique double-appliqued medallion pattern with large central star within wreath and corner stars, one star possibly added shortly after creation, unusual eight-stripe fly configuration. Archivally mounted in a custom frame. Reserve. Probably early 19th century. 32 1/4" x 67" object, 40 1/4" x 74 1/4" OA.
Considerable wear, losses, and old repairs. Lacking hoist. Not examined out of frame.
Provenance: From an important Virginia private collection.
Cowan's Auctions, Lot 829, December 6, 2007.
Catalogue Note: Family history indicates that this flag was present at Perry's victory on Lake Erie in the War of 1812.
Condition
Considerable wear, losses, and old repairs. Lacking hoist. Not examined out of frame.
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HAND-SEWN 17-STAR AMERICAN NATIONAL FLAG

Estimate $10,000 - $15,000
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Starting Price $5,000
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