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30 STARS, PRE-CIVIL WAR , HALOED MEDALLION, WISCONSIN STATEHOOD, 1848-1859.

Offered by: H&S Fine Art and Antiques

Description
30 Stars, pre-civil war, Haloed Medallion Pattern. Wisconsin statehood, 1848-1859. 30 stars flag printed on cotton with medallion configuration that bear Haloed center star. The 30th state, Wisconsin joined the Union on May 29th, 1848. The 30 star flag was officially until July 3rd,1851 and most likely would not been produced after the addition of state of California in 1850. This 30 stars example is among the earliest of all printed flags. In addition very few varieties of 30 star printed flag have been discovered. It is also known fewer than ten flags to exist with 30 stars in this haloed medallion style. Flags made prior to the civil war are extremely rare. provenance: Jeff R. Bridgman American Antiques. The flag has been hand-stitched to 100% cotton rag mat and placed in mahogany-veneered molding that dates to the period between 1830-1850. The glass is U.V. protective.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	flag printed on cotton.
Condition:	Good. Excellent,especially for the period, with only very minor foxing, staining, and fabric loss.
Creation Date:	1848-1859
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Americana, Traditional
Patterns:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	798459

Dimensions

W.	21 in;	H.	14 in;
W.	53.34 cm;	H.	35.56 cm;

Message from Seller:

H&S Fine Art and Antiques is a distinguished gallery based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in American folk art, decorative and modern art, as well as Oriental antiquities. With a keen eye for craftsmanship, historical richness, and aesthetics, we offer a carefully curated collection for collectors and enthusiasts alike. By appointment only. Contact us at h.s.fineartandantiques@gmail.com for inquiries.

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