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A 31-Star American National flag commemorating California statehood on September 9, 1850, Made 1850 – 1858
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
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- Approximately 2 ft. by 2 ft. 10 1/2 in.
The parade flag printed on cotton muslin; the camp-dyed stars, of three different sizes, configured into the "Great Star" or "Great Luminary" pattern. There is a hand-sewn cotton muslin sleeve, and the fly end has a hand-sewn hem. It is striking that the dying procedure was crudely done, leaving most of the stars blue-tipped. In addition, there is color overlap on each of the upper four red stripes.
Provenance
The American Flag Collection of Thomas S. Connelly, Sotheby's, May 23, 2002, sale 7801, lot 117.
Condition
With a tear at proper right edge, and several areas of staining and oxidation at hoist edge; with three patches in white stripes that are second, third, and fourth from top; with some staining and discoloration throughout, as shown in the catalogue.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.