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Hand-sewn 25-star American national flag commemorating Arkansas statehood on June 15, 1836, made circa 1836
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
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- Approximately 8 ft. 2 in. by 16 ft. 6 in.
The hand-sewn single-appliqued cotton muslin stars configured on the four-piece wool bunting canton in an oval of 24 stars surrounding a huge central star commemorating Arkansas. The canton and stripes are hand-sewn wool bunting; the sleeve is linen with two hand-sewn whip-stitched grommets and encloses a period hemp rope. The wool bunting that makes up the canton and stripes has a wonderful homespun quality to it.
Provenance
The American Flag Collection of Thomas S. Connelly, Sotheby's, May 23, 2002, sale 7801, lot 112.
Condition
The blue section with small losses throughout as photographed, and wear consistent with age and use.
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.