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"God Bless America" WWI Printed Banner

Offered by: The Great Republic

Description
Presented is an original “God Bless America” banner, dating to World War I. The pointed gonfalon banner is patriotically printed in red and blue. “God Bless America” is printed along the top and bottom of the banner in large blue letters. A Union shield sits at center, with two crossing springs of laurel and a scrolling banner that reads “Equality, Liberty, Justice” in blue below. The sides of the banner feature a unique 13-star flag border. The banner is displayed hanging on its original wooden dowel and accented by two long tassels.

This banner would have been proudly displayed in a window during WWI, similar to how service flags were displayed. The verbiage, the patriotic imagery, and the colors combine to make a fantastic piece.

CONDITION:

Pointed gonfalon banner, on a silk cotton blend. Raw edge, with exception of machine-sewn envelope hoist at top, with white thread. Printed in red and blue. Hanging on the original wooden dowel, with two long twisted tassels on the sides. Uniform fading to colors, as expected with age and past use. Very light surface stains. Creases, from past storage. Fraying on the fly end of banner and ends of tassels. Unframed dimensions: 10 ¾”H x 10”W.

Archivally mounted and framed in a custom built black wooden frame with beaded fillet, black acid free mat and UV Conservation clear glass.

Dimensions: 16 1/2" H x 14 7/8" W x 1 3/4" D.

Accompanied by our company's letter of authenticity.

More Information

Period:	1900-1919
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Americana, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	793241

Dimensions

W.	14.875 in;	H.	16.5 in;	D.	1.75 in;
W.	37.78 cm;	H.	41.91 cm;	D.	4.45 cm;

Message from Seller:

Established in 2010, The Great Republic specializes in one-of-a-kind collectibles that honor American history, with a special focus on the rare and unique. Our collection is complete with rarities that are sure to wow, such as first edition books, antique hand-sewn flags from the Civil War, vintage travel posters, and original signatures from American presidents, such as George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, just to name a few. P: 719.471.6157 E: headquarters@great-republic.com