A Grand Old Flag: The Stars & Stripes Collection of Dr. Peter J. Keim by Freeman's

A GRAND OLD

The Stars & Stripes Collection of Dr. Peter J. Keim

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A GRAND OLD

The Stars & Stripes Collection of Dr. Peter J. Keim

A GRAND OLD

FLAG

The Stars & Stripes Collection of Dr. Peter J. Keim

AUCT ION Sale 1648 | Sessions I & II Sunday, November 24 at 1pm 2400 Market St Philadelphia PA freemansauction.com

VIE WING T IME S Wednesday, November 20 through Saturday, November 23 10am - 5pm Sunday, November 24 by appointment only

DE PART ME NT Lynda Cain, Head of Sale lcain@freemansauction.com, 267.414.1237 Grace Fitts, Private Collections Manager gfitts@freemansauction.com, 267.414.1254

“ T H E W H O L E I N S P I R AT I O N O F O U R L I F E A S A N AT I O N F L O W S O U T F R O M T H E WAV I N G F O L D S O F T H I S B A N N E R .” — Anonymous

The American Flag is a powerful and beloved symbol, and, no doubt, why I was attracted by that old flag in a paper bag on a table at a farm sale in Kutztown Pennsylvania some forty-five years ago. Upon removing it from the bag and realizing that I had a hand-sewn 13-Star American Flag, I became captive and enamored by it. Having been taught about the care of our Flag at age 7-8 by my grandfather during WWII, I have always respected it and known that it deserves special attention. Intrigued, I began studying the Flag and its history. Soon, I purchased a second Flag, and then a third, fourth, and many, many more. The beauty of collecting is the hunt and the people one meets along the journey. I was fortunate to display Flags from the collection in many museums and other venues, such as Bergdorfs on Fifth Avenue in New York after 9/11 and again after publication of our book, A Grand Old Flag, which I co-authored with my son, Kevin. Each and every Flag in the collection is special, and I’m confident that successful bidders will be as excited as I was when I found that first Flag. — Peter J. Keim, M.D.

Recognized as one of the country’s most comprehensive collections of American Flags, the Keim Collection ranges from a rare hand-made late 18th/early 19th 13-Star Flag to the 50-Star Flag flown in Kuwait by Marines prior to the invasion of Baghdad in 2003, with examples of most inbetween iterations. The Keim Collection has been featured in numerous publications, programs, and exhibitions. Dr. Keim has lectured extensively on the history of the American Flag, appeared on national news shows and on PBS’s Antiques Roadshow. Selections from the Collection have been exhibited in historical museums throughout the country. The Keim Collection was displayed twice in the famed windows at Bergdorf Goodman in New York City, initially on September 11, 2002 on the first anniversary of 9/11—notably without mannequins or fashion—and secondly, on July 4, 2008, upon the publication of A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007) by Dr. Peter J. Keim and Kevin Keim (illustrated on page right). It is extraordinarily appropriate that the inaugural exhibition and auction held in Freeman’s new flagship gallery is A Grand Old Flag: The Stars & Stripes Collection of Dr. Peter J. Keim. We are honored to present this significant collection at auction in Philadelphia, the city most closely associated with the formation of our nation.

C O L L E C T I O N E X H I B I T I O N H I S T O RY “American Flag Festival,” Heinz History Center, Pittsburgh, PA, 2002. “To Build and Sustain,” The National Heritage Museum, Lexington, MA, 2002. “These Tattered Flags,” The National Civil War Museum, Harrisburg, PA, 2005. Loan of three 28-Star Flags, The Bullock Texas State History Museum, Austin, TX, 2009-2019. “Stars and Stripes: An American Story,” Heinz History Center, Pittsburgh, PA, 2011. “Seeing Stars,” Twin Lights Museum, Highlands, NJ, 2015-2016. “American Flags,” The Bullock Texas State History Museum, Austin, TX, 2016-2017. “American Flags—The Stars and Stripes,” Tampa Bay History Center, Tampa, FL, 2018.

Photographs: ÂŠ Zehavi and Cordes Photography

SESSION I ï&#x192;ª

Lots 1 - 100

This rare Centennial era Grand Union Flag is one of five or

An American Grand Union Flag or Continental Colors

six examples known to exist. A similar reproduction Flag was

circa 1876

Hand-sewn and pieced wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes with cotton sleeve hoist retaining rope, mounted and framed. 41 1/2 in. x 75 in. (sight) provenance

The Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai Collection of American Flags and Related Patriotic and Political Memorabilia, Sotheby’s, October 10, 2002, lot 102. literature

flown over Independence Hall, Philadelphia on July 4th, 1876. With a canton derived from the British Union Jack and thirteen stripes representing each of the North American colonies, the Grand Union Flag is considered the first, though unofficial, national Flag of the United States. It was used briefly during the War of Independence, 1775 to 1777, as a

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 10 & 11.

naval ensign—purportedly first raised on the warship Alfred on

$5,000-7,000

Jones. The design of the Flag was very similar to that of the

the Delaware River at Philadelphia by the legendary John Paul long established ensign of the British East India Company. 

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2 At the conclusion of the Revolutionary War, the Navy was disbanded and its warships sold. Smuggling on the high seas was rampant and the tariffs to be collected on imports largely avoided. In an effort to remedy the situation and raise much needed income, Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton urged Congress to pass the U.S. Revenue-Marine in 1790. This act created the only American armed maritime service of the time. The official Ensign of the Revenue-Marine was created in 1799, with an eagle with shield, 13 stars and 16 stripes representing

A United States Revenue Cutter Service Ensign

Annin Flag Company (1847-present), early 20th century Printed with emblazoned eagle and 13 stars and 16 vertical stripes on cotton, with a machinesewn canvas hoist, two brass grommets, a printed cloth manufacturer’s tag to hoist, “In Name Annin Guarantees Quality-Defiance,” hoist stamped, “Mastai Collection,” mounted and framed. 31 1/4 in. x 49 1/2 in. (sight) provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

the sixteen states of the time. The present version of the

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 31.

Revenue Service Ensign was adopted in 1868. 

$8,000-12,000

The Flag Resolution of 1777 “Resolved, that the Flag of the united states be 13 stripes alternate red and white, that the Union be 13 stars white in a

blue

ﬁeld

representing

constellation.” — Journal of the Continental Congress

new

13-St a r Fl a g

THE COLONIES The 13-Star Flag was made official, June 14, 1777, without the establishment of an official Star pattern. Of the 13-Star Flags that exist today, very few are documented 18th century examples; the majority date to the 19th century and were created for patriotic or political events and celebrations.

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3 A 13-Star ‘Great Star’ pattern American Flag late 18th/early 19th century

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress in Philadelphia passed the First Flag Resolution (see previous spread). No specific proportions, star-form or configuration of stars were given. 

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd linen stars arranged in a ‘Great Star’ formation on a wool bunting canton, hand-sewn stripes, a later cotton canvas hoist with two lead grommets with rope attached, mounted and framed. 30 1/4 in. x 43 1/2 in. (sight) literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 32. $15,000-25,000

4 Three 13-Star American “Betsy Ross House” souvenir Flags

Rachel Wilson Albright or Sarah M. Wilson, Philadelphia, PA, 1894, 1910 and 1934 The first item, hand-embroidered silk thread stars arranged in a wreath pattern on a silk canton, hand-sewn silk stripes, mounted and framed with typed note of provenance on verso; the second item, a printed cotton Flag, the hoist selvage printed, “Souvenir from the Betsy Ross House, Birthplace of Old Glory, Philadelphia,” and stamped with the date, “Mar 22. 1910,” mounted with a printed card showing “Birth of Our National Flag,” framed; and the third item, a printed silk Flag in the same pattern on a gold colored stick pin attached to a card with the printed inscription, “Replica Betsy Ross Flag first Flag of the United States Adopted By Continental Congress, June 14th, 1777 / Betsy Ross House Colonial Village — Century of Progress / Chicago, 1934.” 5 1/2 in. x 8 1/2 in., 7 in. x 4 in. (sight), 3 1/4 in. x 2 1/4 in. provenance

Second and third items: Thomas D. Schiera Collection of American Parade Flags, Cowan’s Auctions, June 21, 2013, lot 174. literature

First item: Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 48. $2,500-3,500

The first item bears the typed note, “Given to the late Joseph A. Dague, a Clearfield lawyer, by Dorothy Scott of Frenchville. Handed down in the family of her late husband, Ralph Scott, whose family lived near Morristown, N.J. Mrs. Scott said that Betsy Ross’s grand-daughter made this flag, as well as others, which she gave as gifts. That granddaughter had married one of Mr. Scott’s ancestors. These facts are confirmed by an article in Yankee Magazine, dated Feb. 1971...Joseph A. Dague, Jr.” Beginning in the 1890s, Rachel W. Albright, Betsy Ross’ granddaughter and later, Sarah M. Wilson, Ross’ great granddaughter, produced and sold souvenir Flags in the East Wing of Independence Hall to raise funds for the Betsy Ross House. 

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5 A 13-Star Masthead or Commissioning Pennant from the Sloop Edith second half 19th century

Two American sloops named Edith were commissioned in the late 19th century: one in New Orleans in 1878, and the other in Maryland in 1888. 

The wood hoist handle stenciled, “25” and inscribed in graphite, “Sloop Edith,” the pennant with hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars on wool bunting, two hand-sewn, tapering wool bunting stripes. L: 25 ft. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), accompanying fold-out. $8,000-12,000

6 A 13-Star American Flag circa 1861

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd linen stars in a rare linear 5,3,5 arrangement on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, and a linen hoist with two grommets, includes a manufacturer’s or ship chandlery stamp, “HILL STEADBER” to hoist and on reverse side of hoist, “Wm Mullerin April 1861” at lower end, mounted and framed. 37 1/2 in. x 59 1/2 in. (sight) literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 35. $5,000-10,000

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7 A 13-Star American Flag circa 1865

Machine-sewn cotton stars arranged in a 4,5,4 pattern with upper and lower rows in opposing arcs, on a wool bunting canton, with wool bunting machine-sewn stripes, cotton twill hoist with two hand-sewn grommets attached to tape tabs, mounted and framed. 32 in. x 59 in. (sight) literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 35. $8,000-12,000

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The Flag is accompanied by an oral tradition of a California origin, purportedly flown at Sutter’s Fort (1839-1848), a trading and farming outpost at the junction of the Sacramento and American Rivers. The Fort was established by John Sutter (1803-1880), a Swiss pioneer and entrepreneur. It is unlikely that the Flag flew over Sutter’s Fort as California was then part of Mexico and John Sutter became a Mexican citizen to obtain his land grant. Sutter would have flown the flag of the Mexican Republic or the Mexican Civil flag as his loyalty and motivations were questioned by the Mexican leadership at the time. Indeed, Sutter threatened to fly the French national flag when having problems with Mexican authorities. Sutter did, however, offer hospitality and work to many American traders and trappers. The Flag could have been flown on a merchant ship that had contact with Sutter’s Fort. We are grateful for the above information provided by Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park and State Indian Museum, who have offered the following example of a merchant ship visiting Sutter’s Fort: William Dane Phelps, a Boston sea captain who was engaged in California 1840-1842, took a small boat up the Sacramento River to visit Sutter while the Fort was being built in 1841. Phelps later recorded, “And this I claim to have been the first passage of a ship’s boat on that river, and the first time that the Stars and Stripes waved over its waters.” The Flag is made in the tradition of the formal hand-painted patriotic banners and regimental Flags of the 19th century with hand-painted cantons depicting versions of the Great Seal of the United States. The remarkable canton of this Flag has interpreted and rendered the Great Seal with regional California and Mexican models: the Golden Eagle or Mexican Royal eagle modeled as the American Eagle, and the nopal cactus modeled as olive branches. 

8 A 13-Star American Flag associated with pre-statehood California dated, “1840”

Emblazoned with a hand-painted eagle with outstretched wings, clutching branch and arrows in talons, beneath an arc of blue stars and above the hand-painted date, “1840,” on a cotton canton, 10 hand-sewn wool and cotton stripes, cotton hoist, mounted and framed. 55 in. x 88 in. (sight) provenance

Cowan’s Auctions, December 9, 2010, lot 190. $10,000-20,000

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9 A 13-Star American Flag circa 1876

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a wreath or medallion of 8 stars enclosing a larger star with 4 corner stars on a hand-sewn cotton canton, with hand and machine-sewn cotton stripes, and a fold-over hoist retaining rope, mounted and framed. 44 1/2 in. x 60 1/4 in. (sight) provenance

The Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai Collection of American Flags and Related Patriotic and Political Memorabilia, Sotheby’s, October 10, 2002, lot 102. literature

Nancy Druckman & Jeffrey Kenneth Kohn, American Flags: Designs for A Young Nation (2003), 68. Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 35. $8,000-12,000

It has been suggested that this Flag was made for United States Centennial celebrations in 1876. 

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10 A 13-Star Coast Guard Flag circa 1920

The United States Revenue Cutter Service and Life Saving Service were combined to form The United States Coast Guard, January 28, 1915, under President Woodrow Wilson. This Coast Guard Flag is one of the earliest known examples. 

The embroidered stars arc above American Eagle with shield on silk canton, 16 vertical machine-sewn silk stripes, embroidered Coast Guard insignia on fly, with gold fringe, sleeved hoist, mounted and framed. 4 ft. x 6 ft. (sight) provenance

Jeffrey Kenneth Kohn, MD, Pennsylvania, March 2005. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), accompanying fold-out. $2,000-3,000

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16-Star Flag

TENNESSEE Tennessee was admitted to the Union, June 1, 1796,

under President George

A 16-Star American Flag commemorating Tennessee statehood

Washington.

circa 1830

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars on one side of cotton canton, 9 hand-sewn cotton stripes, the canton resting on a red, so-called “blood” or “war” stripe. 42 in. x 91 in.

The unusual star arrangement of this hand-made Flag suggests that it may have originally been created with 13 stars and that the outer 3 stars were added with the admissions of Vermont, Kentucky and Tennessee. 

literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 58. $20,000-30,000

12 A 17-Star American Flag commemorating Ohio statehood

1 7 -Sta r Flag

first half 19th century

OHIO

Ohio was unofficially admitted to the Union, March 1, 1803, when President Thomas Jefferson endorsed Congress’

decision

grant

statehood; official statehood was not granted until August 7, 1953.

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a wreath or medallion of 10 stars enclosing a single large star, flanked by 3 stars to each side on a wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, fold-over sleeve, bearing red stamp, “Mastai Collection, No. 208.” 45 in. x 86 in. provenance

The Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai Collection of American Flags and Related Patriotic and Political Memorabilia, Sotheby’s, October 10, 2002, lot 102. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 59. $6,000-8,000

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13 An 18-Star American Flag commemorating Louisiana statehood

18-Star Flag

LOUISIANA

mid-19th century

Louisiana was admitted as a state,

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in a double medallion arrangement on a twopart wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with three small brass grommets, mounted and framed. 66 in. x 93 in. (sight)

April

literature

1803, which had doubled the size of

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 61. $15,000-25,000

This is an unofficial Flag as it was not until the Third Flag Act in 1818 that Congress changed the Flag from 15 to 20 stars and back to 13 stripes. 

30,

1812,

under

President

James Madison. It was the ﬁrst state created

from

President

Thomas

Jefferson’s Louisiana Purchase of the United States.

1 9 - Star Flag

INDIANA Indiana

was

admitted

A rare 19-Star American parade Flag commemorating Indiana statehood circa 1870

statehood,

December 11, 1816, under President James Madison, with a constitution that forbade slavery and required government funding for public schools. Its admission revived the practice of admitting a “Slave” state for every “Free” state within a year of each other to maintain the delicate balance of power in the Senate.

Printed on cotton, the stars arranged in 4 rows of 4 with 3 additional stars to the right side of canton, mounted and framed. 3 3/4 in. x 6 1/4 in. (sight) literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 62 & 63. $5,000-8,000

U NOFFI C I AL FLAGS American Flags have been made to celebrate and commemorate actual and anticipated new states since the admission of Vermont in 1791. But these Flags are not all ‘official’ Flags. 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 39, 40, 41, 42 and 47-Star Flags are ‘unofficial’ national Flags. The 1795 Flag Law established the 15-Star Flag as the official American Flag with no accommodation for alternations reflecting the growth of the nation. The Flag Act of 1818 remedied this and required that a star be added to the Union or canton for each newly admitted state. The Flag with the additional Star would become official the following 4th of July. However, in that lapse, if an additional state or states were admitted to the Union, those Flags commemorating the preceding states were rendered permanently unofficial. For example: In 1889, the 38-Star American Flag was the official Flag. In November of 1889, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana and Washington were granted statehood.

Flags

were made with 39, 40, 41, and 42 stars, respectively, but these are technically unofficial since in July of 1890, Idaho became a state. Therefore, on July 4th, 1890, the 43-Star American Flag was the official emblem of America.

The Flag Act of 1818 “Be it enacted…that from and after the fourth day of July next, the flag of the United States be thirteen horizontal stripes, alternate red and white; that the union have twenty stars, white, in a blue field,” and “that on the admission of every new state into the union, one star be added to the union of the flag; and that addition shall take effect on the fourth of July next succeeding such admission.”

2 0 - Star Flag

MISSISSIPPI

A 20-Star American Flag commemorating Mississippi statehood

Mississippi was admitted to

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 4 rows of 5, the rows of stars tilting in opposite directions, wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two whip-sewn grommets to ends, mounted and framed. 36 in. x 60 in. (sight)

the Union as a “Slave” state, December

10,

President

James

1817,

under

Monroe,

balanced by the admission of Illinois as a “Free” state the following year.

circa 1818

literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 64 & 65. $8,000-12,000

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16 A 20-Star ’Great Star’ pattern American Flag commemorating Mississippi statehood circa 1876

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a ‘Great Star’ pattern on a two-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, two brass grommets on canvas hoist. 54 in. x 86 in. $3,000-5,000

Possibly made for the Centennial Celebrations of 1876. 

21- Star Flag

ILLINOIS Under

President

Monroe,

Illinois

A 21-Star American Flag commemorating Illinois statehood circa 1819

James was

admitted as a “Free” state, December 3, 1818, almost one year to the day after the admittance of “Slave” state, Mississippi.

17 Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in a 3,4,3,4,3,4 arrangement on a three-piece wool bunting canton, wool bunting stripes, linen hoist with rope and hand-sewn grommets. 4 ft. 9 in. x 7 ft. 9 in. $5,000-8,000

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18 A 21-Star American Flag commemorating Illinois statehood or Exclusionary Flag circa 1860

The Mastais’ commentary on this Flag: “A practice severely frowned upon by government—and by President Lincoln in particular—was the custom indulged in by some Unionists of removing from the national constellation the number of stars equivalent to the seceded states—or even of those states whose loyalty to the Union appeared doubtful.” 

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in vertical rows of 3,4,3,4,3,4 on a bright blue cotton canton, with 12 machine-sewn cotton stripes, sleeve with hemp rope, bears “Mastai Collection” stamp and “No. 171.” 57 in. x 93 in. provenance

The Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai Collection of American Flags and Related Patriotic and Political Memorabilia, Sotheby’s, October 10, 2002, lot 102. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 58. Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 147. $8,000-12,000

2 2 -Star Flag

ALABAMA official

admission

Flag of

Maine

the to

statehood took place ninety days after that of Alabama, December 14, 1819.

A 22-Star American Flag commemorating Alabama statehood or Exclusionary Flag circa 1860

The 22-star Flag was never an

19 Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 6,5,6,5 pattern, machine-sewn stripes, linen hoist retains rope with looped ends; possibly a Naval Ensign. 73 in. x 138 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 67. $15,000-25,000

This Flag may be a commemorative Flag celebrating the 22nd state, or a Civil War Flag with 22 stars representing the states the maker believed to be loyal to the Union. 

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20 A 22-Star American Flag commemorating Alabama statehood or Exclusionary Flag

The maker used whatever fabric was available to create this unofficial and unique Flag. There is a possibility that this is an Exclusionary Flag with 11 stars removed from the canton for the 11 seceded states by a Union loyalist, dating then to 1861-1863. It is interesting that the American Eagle’s head turns toward olive branches. 

circa 1830

Hand-sewn, red cotton appliquéd stars ‘scattered’ on a muslin canton, the reverse with hand-sewn gold cotton appliquéd stars similarly arranged, the stripes of woven figured wool, the fly appliquéd with an emblazoned American Eagle of woven figured wool, rope hoist, mounted and framed. 41 1/2 in. x 89 in. (sight). provenance

Collection of John W. Armiger, Jr., Baltimore, James D. Julia, August 25-28, 2015, lot 2109. $10,000-20,000

21 A 23-Star American Flag commemorating Maine statehood or Exclusionary Flag “Made by Mary B. Lyon,” second half 19th century

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a double wreath or medallion enclosing a single star and flanked by 4 corner stars on a two-part cotton canton, machinesewn stripes, the upper star inscribed, “Made by Mary B. Lyon,” stamped, “Mastai Collection,” and inscribed, “No. 261.” 62 in. x 79 in. provenance

The Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai Collection of American Flags and Related Patriotic and Political Memorabilia, Sotheby’s, October 10, 2002, lot 102. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 23. Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 148 & 149. $4,000-6,000

Mary B. Lyon may have made this cotton Flag to commemorate an anniversary of Maine statehood, admitted March 15, 1820. She more likely made the Flag in the early years of the Civil War, 1861 or 1862, removing the 11 stars representing seceded states from the national number of 34. 

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22 A 24-Star American Flag commemorating Missouri statehood

23 & 24-Sta r Flags

circa 1822

The admission of Missouri as a “Slave” state, August 10, 1821,

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 4 rows of 6, on a three-part wool bunting canton, the stars are unusual in that they ‘peek’ through to the front, hand-sewn stripes, canvas hoist retains hemp rope, two hand-sewn grommets, mounted and framed. 36 in. x 57 in. (sight)

and Maine as a “Free” state, were provided for by the passage

literature

MAINE & MISSOURI of the controversial Missouri Compromise. The Compromise sought to maintain the balance of power between the North and the South in the U.S. Senate and also prohibited slavery

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 71. $5,000-7,000

north of the 36˚ 30’ parallel, excluding Missouri. The legislation is credited to the oratorical and political skills of

24-Star Flags are rare, especially

Speaker of the House Henry Clay.

in this example where the stars are applied on the reverse and ‘peek’ through to the front. 

2 5 -St ar Flag

ARKANSAS

A 25-Star American Flag commemorating Arkansas statehood or Exclusionary Flag

Arkansas was admitted to

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in rows of 5,5,4,5,5, the middle row centering a large, single star, machine-sewn cotton stripes, cotton hoist retaining rope. 37 1/2 in. x 76 1/2 in.

the Union, June 15, 1836, under

President

Andrew

Jackson. The Flag was in use for a year, as Michigan became

the

26th

January 26, 1837.

state,

circa 1865

literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 76 & 77. $4,000-6,000

Likely an Exclusionary Flag, the canton rests on a red, so-called “blood” or “war” stripe. 

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A 25-Star American Flag commemorating Arkansas statehood or Exclusionary Flag

A 25-Star American Flag commemorating Arkansas statehood

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a 5,5,5,5,5 pattern on a wool bunting canton, with 11 machine-sewn cotton stripes, cotton sleeve hoist. 41 in. x 81 in.

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in 5 rows of 5 on a cotton canton, machine-sewn stripes, the hoist pieced with segment of dark blue printed cotton, small holes to hoist. 38 in. x 57 in.

literature

$3,000-5,000

after 1860

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 78 & 79. $5,000-7,000

circa 1860

26 A 26-Star ‘Great Luminary’ American Flag commemorating Michigan statehood circa 1840

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd ‘puffy’ stars arranged in the ‘Great Luminary’ or ‘Great Star’ pattern on a two-part wool bunting canton, handsewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two whip-stitched grommets. 66 in. x 104 in. literature

2 6 -Star Flag

MICHIGAN

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 80 & 81. $8,000-12,000

Michigan was admitted to the Union, January 26, 1837,

Captain Samuel Reid, a Naval hero of the War of 1812,

under

advocated that the ‘Great Luminary’ or ‘Great Star’

Jackson.

President

Andrew

pattern become the official National Flag design. 

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27 Flags of the Principal Nations in the World chart

Published by R. L. Barnes, Philadelphia, PA, 1837

These flag sheets or charts were made primarily for the use of sea captains to identify the nationality of ships in open waters. 

Hand-colored engraving, showing an American 26-Star Flag acknowledging Michigan statehood and the Lone Star Flag of the independent Republic of Texas, framed. 17 3/4 in. x 21 3/4 in. (sight) provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 135. $800-1,200

28 A 27-Star American Flag commemorating Florida statehood circa 1860

2 7 -Star Flag

FLORIDA

Florida was admitted to the Union, March 3, 1845, under President James K. Polk. This is a rare Flag as Texas was admitted to the Union one year later.

Hand-sewn cotton stars arranged in staggered rows of 5,4,5,4,5,4 on a two-piece wool canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, fold-over sleeve, machine-sewn hoist, mounted and framed. 52 ½ in. x 58 in. (sight) literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 82 & 83. $8,000-12,000

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29 A 28-Star ‘Great Star’ American Flag commemorating Texas statehood circa 1846

28- Star Flag

TEXAS

Texas was admitted as the 28th state, December 29, 1845, under President James K. Polk.

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in a ‘Great Star’ pattern, with hand-sewn cotton stripes, with a twill cotton hoist with hand-stitched grommet, mounted and framed. 52 1/2 in. x 107 in. (sight) provenance

Jeffrey Kenneth Kohn, MD, Pennsylvania, August 4, 2004. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 85 & accompanying fold-out. exhibited

The Bullock Texas State History Museum, Austin, Texas. $15,000-25,000

Illustrated without frame.

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30 A 28-Star American Flag commemorating Texas statehood circa 1846

White stenciled stars, configured in 4 rows of 7 on a four-part cotton canton, 11 navy blue, red and white stripes all hand-sewn, heavy cotton hoist with eight brass rings, mounted and framed. 54 in. x 121 in. (sight) provenance

Jeffrey Kenneth Kohn, MD, Pennsylvania, August 4, 2004. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), accompanying fold-out. exhibited

The Bullock Texas State History Museum, Austin, Texas. $15,000-25,000

Illustrated without frame.

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31 A 28-Star American Flag commemorating Texas statehood adapted to a 32-Star American Flag commemorating Minnesota statehood 1845-1858

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 4 vertical rows of 7 with 3 additional stars to fly end of canton, and a star centered at corner of hoist end, cotton canton, hand-sewn cotton stripes, canvas hoist, mounted and framed. 51 in. x 72 1/2 in. (sight) literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 112. exhibited : The Bullock Texas State History Museum, Austin, Texas.

$8,000-12,000

Illustrated without frame.

The maker updated this Flag to include the admissions on the 29th, 30th, 31st and 32nd states: Iowa (1846), Wisconsin (1848), California (1850), and Minnesota (1858). 

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32 A 29-Star American Flag commemorating Iowa statehood mid-19th century

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a medallion, with 4 corner stars on a two-part cotton canton, the stars ‘peek’ through to the front, machine-sewn cotton stripes, cotton hoist retains rope. 61 1/4 in. x 103 1/2 in. $5,000-8,000

29-Star Flag

IOWA

Iowa entered the Union under President

James

Polk,

December 28, 1846. The Flag became official July 4, 1847, but lasted

only

Wisconsin

one

year

was

statehood, May 29, 1848.

when granted

“This flag my dear mother was holding belonged to her father and layed on the coffin of his friend Col. Coyle a young US officer of the Civil War who was shot through his lungs and sent to Paris for treatment at ? he died of a hemorage [sic] in my dear fathers arms?...Daughter Dorothy. I should thank my beloved cousin, who always...this flag. I am told that this flag was made in Lowell by Gen. Ben Butler.”

33 A 30-Star American Flag with Civil War provenance circa 1850

WISCONSIN

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 5 horizontal rows of 6 and all stars pointing upward, on a fine two-part wool canton, white stripes are cotton and red stripes of wool, narrow hoist retains wool tape ties, accompanied by hand-written note of provenance. 58 in. x 98 in.

Wisconsin was admitted as the

$8,000-12,000

3 0- Star Flag

30th state, May 29, 1848, under President James K. Polk.

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34 A 30-Star American Flag commemorating Wisconsin statehood circa 1860

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 5 rows of 6 stars on a cotton canton, machine-sewn cotton stripes, mounted and framed; with original blue painted pole retaining leather pads for nails. 38 in. x 42 in. (sight) literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 99. $8,000-12,000

Probably used by Wisconsin militia unit at the outbreak of the Civil War. 

35 A 30-Star American Flag commemorating Wisconsin statehood circa 1850

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd small cotton stars arranged in 6 vertical rows of 5 on a wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, cotton hoist retains rope and with hand-sewn grommets. 36 in. x 49 in. $1,500-2,500

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The Mastais’ commentary on this Flag: “To describe the haphazard way in which the stars are set on the canton of this naval flag of thirty-one stars to form a dense, scintillating constellation evocative of a shower of shooting stars, one must coin a new term embodying precisely that conception: the ‘scatter’ pattern.”

36 A 31-Star American Flag commemorating California statehood

31- Star Flag

CALIFORNIA California was admitted to the Union, September 9, 1850, under President Zachary Taylor. The 31-Star Flag was used for seven years until the admittance of Minnesota as a state, May 11, 1858.

1851-1858

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a ‘scatter’ pattern on a two-piece wool bunting canton, hand-sewn stripes of varying widths, canvas hoist with two whipstitched grommets, hoist bearing stamp, “Mastai Collection,” and inscribed, “No. 27.” 47 in. x 70 in. provenance

The Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai Collection of American Flags and Related Patriotic and Political Memorabilia, Sotheby’s, October 10, 2002, lot 61. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 102. Nancy Druckman and Jeffrey Kenneth Kohn, American Flags, Designs for a Young Nation (2003), 28. Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and The Stripes: The American Flag as Art and As History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 76 and slip cover. $8,000-12,000

37 A 31-Star American Flag commemorating California used in the John C. Fremont Presidential Campaign of 1864 circa 1864

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in rows of 6,6,7,6,6 on a four-part wool bunting canton, wool bunting stripes, a linen hoist with whip-stitched grommets, inscribed in ink, “South Keene, E Joslin, US Flag used during Freemont Presidential Camp, Keene, N.H. - which started May 27, 1864, was in donor’s family prior.” 12 ft. x 20 ft. $3,000-5,000

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Between May and September of 1864, Col. John C. Fremont (1813-1890), campaigned as the Presidential candidate of the short-lived Radical Democratic Party. The party was comprised of Radical Republicans who felt that Lincoln was not aggressive enough with issues of slavery and racial equality. Their platform called for a constitutional amendment banning slavery, an uncompromised continuation of the war, a Congresscontrolled reconstruction, confiscation of rebel property, civil service reform and protections of free speech, free press and the writ of habeas corpus. Fremont and his running mate John Cochrane ceased their campaign after four months reasoning that the Democrats could never be trusted on union or abolition, and that they did not wish to spoil Lincoln’s chances in the 1864 election. The “E. Joslin” inscribed on the hoist was probably Edward Joslin (18101901), a prominent South Keene manufacturer. Among his business interests was Joslin & Fay, manufacturers of power mortising, tenoning and moulding machines. Joslin and his partners became the largest makers of wood-working machinery in the country. He also had interests in textile, shoe and furniture manufacturing and served as Director of the Keene National Bank from 1850 to 1901, and as the bank President for 30 years. 

38 A 31-Star American parade Flag commemorating California statehood mid-19th century

Printed on silk with 5,5,5,6,5,5 star arrangement, stamped, “Mastai Collection” and inscribed, “No. 181,” mounted and framed. 16 in. x 22 in. (sight) provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $3,000-5,000

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39 A ‘Know Nothing’ American Flag dated, “1858”

The natavist American Party or ‘Know Nothings’ flourished in the United States in the 1850s. The party was founded in 1849, growing out of a reactionary, secret fraternal organization—the Order of the Star Spangled Banner. Its members were directed to respond that they knew nothing when questioned about their organization. The party was anti-immigration and anti-Roman Catholic and popular enough to claim 43 seats in the Congress of 1855. The KnowNothings honored George Washington above all else, as demonstrated in the present lot where the canton and stars are replaced with a portrait of the first President. 

Appliquéd, printed cotton portrait medallion depicting George Washington below a spreadwing eagle and crossed American Flags heightened with 13 embroidered stars, 17 red cotton stripes hand-sewn to white cotton field, fold-over hoist with four hand-stitched grommets, embroidered with the initials, “JWL” and date, “Dec 1858,” mounted and framed. 19 in. x 23 1/4 in. (sight) provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 100. Nancy Druckman and Jeffrey Kenneth Kohn, American Flags: Designs for A Young Nation (2003), 33. Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 26 & 27 and illustrated on dust jacket. $25,000-50,000

40 A 32-Star American Flag commemorating Minnesota statehood circa 1858

3 2 -Star Flag

MINNESOTA Minnesota was admitted to the Union,

May

11,

1858,

under

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 4 rows of 8 on a two-part wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, linen hoist with hand-sewn grommets. 69 in. x 132 in. literature

Kevin Keim and Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 104-105. $4,000-6,000

President James Buchanan. This unusual arrangement of 32 stars in 4 rows of 8 has created a long narrow canton. The canton rests on a red, so-called “blood” or “war” stripe. This Flag was official during the Indian Wars of the late 1850s and 1860s. 

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33-Star Flag

OREGON

Oregon became the 33rd state, February 14, 1859, under

President

Buchanan.

41 A 33-Star American Flag commemorating Oregon statehood circa 1860

Printed stars in vertical rows of 5,6,5,6,5,6 on a cotton canton, two-part cotton field of printed stripes, all machine-sewn, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, the hoist inscribed, “J. D. Beedle.” 66 in. x 122 in. $3,000-5,000

42 A 33-Star American Flag commemorating Oregon statehood circa 1860

Stars printed in vertical rows of 5,6,5,6,5,6 with a slight arc toward the fly on a cotton canton, two-part field of printed stripes, machine-sewn, canvas hoist with two brass grommets. 65 in. x 123 in. $2,000-3,000

James

43 A 33-Star American Flag with Civil War, First Battle of Bull Run association circa 1860

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars in random direction in horizontal rows of 6,6,6,5,5,5, wool canton, hand-sewn cotton stripes, cotton sleeve hoist retains rope, hoist inscribed in ink, “Musician James Marshall Co. B, Ist Rgt, RI, Detached Militia, Providence, Bull Run,” also inscribed, “W. Ferling” on bottom white stripe on Flag verso. 43 1/4 in. x 66 1/2 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 120-121. $20,000-30,000

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James Marshall enlisted at Providence, April 17, 1861, with the 1st Rhode Island Detached Militia, later renamed the First Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry Regiment. The Regiment was immediately dispatched to Washington, DC for the defense of the Capitol and then attached to Burnside’s Brigade, Hunter’s Division, McDowell’s Army of Northeast Virginia. In July, the regiment advanced on Manassas and on July 21, took part in the First Battle of Bull Run. James Marshall mustered out August 2, 1861. 

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44 The Mastais’ commentary on this Flag: “The Irvine Flag consisted originally of twenty-nine stars, valid in 1847; four stars were added later. The first two were inserted without spoiling the design, on the hoist side of the “diamond”: they correspond closely in texture and workmanship of the original twenty-nine. Indeed a total of thirty-one stars would have been proper in 1855. The other two stars, placed haphazardly in the lower-right corner of the canton and less carefully appliquéd, must have been added as called for, in 1858 and 1859.” The Flag flown at Fort Sumter with this distinctive ‘diamond’ pattern was surrendered on April 14, 1861 at the start of the Civil War. 

A 33-Star American Flag commemorating Oregon statehood circa 1859

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in ‘diamond’ pattern, wool bunting canton, hand-sewn stripes, linen hoist inscribed in ink, “Presented to WM.N. Irvine, by his friend Sarah Downey, 1855,” and stamped, “Mastai Collection,” and inscribed, “No. 250,” mounted and framed. 44 in. x 59 in. (sight) provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 110. Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 112 & 113. $12,000-22,000

34-Star Flag

KANSAS

Kansas was admitted to the Union January

a 29,

“Free”

state,

1861,

under

President James Buchanan.

The ‘Grand Luminary’ pattern became popular during the Civil War, with the single large star comprised of smaller stars evoking national

A 34-Star ‘Great Luminary’ American Flag commemorating Kansas statehood Civil War era

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars on seven-part wool bunting canton in a ‘Great Star’ or ‘Grand Luminary’ pattern, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with hand-sewn grommets, hoist embroidered with the initials, “S.B.” 10 ft. x 15 ft. literature

unity. Also common to the Civil War are extremely large Flags boldly

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 122-123.

declaring allegiance and inspiring patriotism. 

$7,000-9,000

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46 A 34-Star American parade Flag commemorating Kansas statehood circa 1861

Silk printed with 30 small stars arranged in the ‘Great Star’ pattern with 4 stars to each corner, mounted and framed. 14 1/4 in. x 20 1/2 in. (sight) $4,000-6,000

47 A 34-Star American Flag commemorating Kansas statehood 1861-1865

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in rows of 7,7,6,7,7 on a wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with lead grommets and centered later brass grommet, hoist inscribed, “Kirby,” and bears “Mastai Collection” stamp and “No. 120.” 7 ft. 13 1/2 in. x 13 ft. 4 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $3,000-5,000

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48 The Mastais felt that this Flag was flown at the New York City Merchants’ Exchange, but another possibility is that the Flag was flown from the Buffalo, New York Merchants’ Exchange, built in 1844 at the corner of Hanover and Prime Streets. The names on the hoist are likely those of two western New York state physicians. Dr. Henry M.T. Smith (born in 1822), a medical doctor and later owner of the H.M.T. Smith Drug Store, and Dr. Byron W. Rathbun (1835-1903), a dentist. Dr. B. Rathbun’s dentist office was located on the second floor of Smith’s Drug Store. Both were active in regional professional organizations and spent most of their lives in Dunkirk, Chautauqua County, New York. The New York City Merchants’ Exchange became the U.S. Customs House in 1862 and images of that date show the Revenue Marine Service Cutter Flag on the building. 

A 34-Star ‘Great Flower’ American Flag commemorating Kansas statehood

Manhattan or Buffalo, New York Merchants’ Exchange, 1861 Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a ‘Great Flower’ pattern on a fourpart wool bunting canton, wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist inscribed, “H.M.T. Smith,” “JHVB,” “B. Rathbun” and “Merchants Exchange,” also marked twice with “Mastai Collection” stamp and “No. 37.,” hoist with three grommets, one new. 9 ft. 4 in. x 11 ft. 6 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 108 & 109. $4,000-6,000

49 A 34-Star American Flag commemorating Kansas statehood circa 1861

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in the ‘Phalanx’ pattern, rows of 7,7,6,7,7 centering an open space, on a two-part wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, the lowermost stripe embroidered with the initials, “CV,” linen hoist bears “Mastai Collection” stamp, “No. 6,” and hand-written, “Chas. Vigcao.” 70 in. x 112 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 115. Boleslaw & Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and The Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 113. $4,000-6,000

The Mastais’ description of this Flag: “The strikingly original ‘Open-Center Flag’ of thirty-four stars recalls the ‘square formation’ pattern of earlier days...but the purpose of the arrangement may have been primarily practical, space being allowed for the thirty-fifth star (West Virginia’s), known to be shortly forthcoming. The patterning made possible the balanced design of equal, aligned rows, the sturdy “phalanx” apparently facing attack staunchly in all directions. In addition, however— and the remark applied to all these antique American flags—since no attention was paid to matching the directions of the stars’ rays, and other minor irregularities are evident in the handwork, there is a pleasant sparkle that preserves the composition from ponderousness.” 

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50 A 34-Star American Flag commemorating Kansas statehood with Civil War provenance Fordham Village, Bronx, NY, 1861-1865

According to the New York City Directory of 1863, Henry Clayes and his wife lived at 8 John Street, Fordham. His profession is listed as “Fashions.” New York City trade directories of 1857, 1859 and 1868 list Henry Clayes as “Fashion Reporter” at 333 and 544 Broadway. 

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton ‘puffy’ stars, arranged in rows of 7,7,6,7,7 on a fine wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, machine-sewn linen hoist with two brass grommets, accompanied by hand-written and typed notes of provenance. 66 in. x 104 in. provenance

The note reads, “This flag was given to W. H. Hahn, Friendship [Maine], by Mrs Cora Johnson, Waldoboro. It belonged to Mrs. Clayes who used it in the Civil War in 1862 at Foredom {sic} N.Y. and was given to Mrs. Johnson in 1892. Every day the flag was flown to show that they were on the Northern side, otherwise, the house would have been burned. Harry Clayes, the son, went to Colby. Asa Reed was his guardian while his mother was living. When he was 21 he demanded his money. He died from a broken neck after falling down stairs some where in New York City; his Father was a designer of men’s clothes, and returned to Germany to die after leaving his son under Asa Reed’s care. Asa was a brother to Mrs. Elkins-William Reed. Told by Gladys Poland, Oct. 5, 1944 at Judge Gallaghers cottage, Chamberlain, Maine.” $4,000-6,000

51 A 34-Star American Flag commemorating Kansas statehood 1861-1865

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd ‘puffy’ stars arranged in a 7,7,6,7,7 pattern on a cotton canton, machine-sewn cotton stripes, with seven cotton ties along hoist. 64 in. x 76 in. $4,000-6,000

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52 A 35-Star American parade Flag commemorating the statehood of West Virginia circa 1863

35-Star Flag

WEST VIRGINIA West

Virginia

statehood, President

June

was 20,

Abraham

admitted

1863,

under

Lincoln.

West

Virginia was the only state formed by seceding from a Confederate state.

Printed with a double medallion of stars enclosing a larger star flanked by 4 corner stars and stripes on cotton, mounted and framed. 20 in. x 30 in. (sight) literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 124 & 125. $5,000-7,000

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Founded in Buffalo, New York, the Free Soil Party was

short lived, 1848 to 1854. The Party opposed the expansion

A 35-Star ‘Free Soil Party’ parade Flag

of slavery into new territories, but believed that the government could not abolish slavery where it already existed. “Free Soilers” feared and resented the potential

circa 1860

Printed on glazed cotton, the stars arranged to create the word “FREE,” mounted and framed. 17 in. x 22 in. (sight) provenance

competition of a black labor force in the new territories.

Cowan’s Auctions, May 21, 2004, lot 591.

Their ironic slogan was “Free soil, Free speech, Free labor

literature

and Free men.” 

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 101. $12,000-22,000

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Regulation 35-Star Guidons were contracted

by the U.S. Army Quartermaster Department

A 35-Star Civil War cavalry Guidon

after the admittance of West Virginia in 1863 and used during the final years of the Civil War. 35-Star Guidons continued to be used by U.S. Cavalry regiments during the Indian Wars of the late 1860s and 1870s. 

after 1863

Stenciled gold stars arranged in a double wreath or medallion enclosed by 4 corner stars, on silk canton, machine-sewn silk stripes, self sleeve, mounted and framed. 26 in. x 29 in. (sight) $20,000-30,000

A 35-Star American Flag commemorating West Virginia statehood

A 35-Star Civil War era American Flag commemorating West Virginia statehood

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a 6,6,6,6,5 pattern on wool bunting canton, hand-sewn stripes, canvas hoist inscribed, “6 6” and “64,” with two hand-sewn grommets and tab at center. 9 ft. 10 in. x 19 ft. 2 in.

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars in 5 horizontal rows of 7 on a four-part wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, the canvas hoist with one hand-sewn and two brass grommets, and inscribed, “G.D.T” twice and “L.J.A.,” “10 x 15” stamped near upper grommet. 10 ft. x 15 ft.

circa 1865

$3,000-5,000

circa 1863

$3,000-5,000

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36-Star Flag

NEVADA Nevada

was

statehood, 1864,

granted

October

under

31,

President

Abraham Lincoln to aid in the Civil War.

A 36-Star American Flag commemorating Nevada statehood 1865-1876

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd ‘puffy’ stars arranged in 6 rows of 6 on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, handinscribed, “R.J. Hubbard,” and “Hubbard,” the hoist also marked with “6” and “9.” 65 in. x 108 in. $2,000-4,000

58 A 36-Star American Flag commemorating Nevada statehood 1865

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 6 rows of 6 on a wool bunting canton, the canton stamped with yellow/gold image of a young man in archaic dress holding a banner inscribed, “Excelsior,” wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist retains rope and is inscribed, “B. Tinson 303” and “W.T.” 11 ft. x 17 ft. provenance

James D. Julia, Spring 2005, lot 930. $1,500-2,500

The unusual stamp found on the canton was once thought to depict a Zouave soldier, but actually depicts an image frequently printed on patriotic Civil War envelopes (illustrated, bottom right) with the captions, “Young America Off for The War,” or “Our Country Forever.” The figure was inspired by the popular 1841 poem “Excelsior” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. After the Civil War, the image appears on 1 cent Excelsior Match stamps in Baltimore, Maryland. 

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59 A 36-Star American Flag associated with the funeral procession of Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865)

The Flag may well have decorated the Madison Street house of the Bunces during the New York City funeral procession of Abraham Lincoln, April 25 and 26, 1865. Walt Whitman recorded that, “New York is distinquished for its countless gay flags... every house seems to have a flag staff...on these the colors were at half mast.” 

made by Mary Suffern Bunce (1816-1891), New York, NY, 1865

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 6 rows of 6, the stars ‘peek’ through to the front, the rays pointing in all directions, on a three-part wool bunting canton, wool bunting stripes, linen hoist with three brass grommets, inscribed, “Bunce 281 Lincoln Ave, Ridgwood, NJ,“ and “Bunce,” with a paper tag inscribed, “36 Star Flag made by Mrs. N. R. Bunce used at funeral of A. Lincoln 1865,” and on verso, “Miss Florence Bunce 1955.” 72 in. x 92 in. provenance

Mary Josephine Suffern (1816-1891), probable maker of the flag, married Nathaniel Russel Bunce (1813-1896) in 1837. The couple lived at 208 Madison in New York City. The flag was evidently passed to their son, John Suffern Bunce (1843-1885), and thence to his daughter Florence, who lived for many years with her siblings, John Oscar Bunce (b. 1867), a well-known architect and sculptor, Nathaniel, and Edna, at the address inscribed on the hoist. $3,000-5,000

60 A ceremonial 36-Star American military Flag commemorating Nevada statehood 1865 and later

Gold stars stenciled on both sides of canton in arrangement of 6 rows of 6, machine-sewn silk stripes, sleeve hoist retains rope, inscribed, “MacIntyre” and “G. M. Beeme” in ink on hoist, gold braided silk fringe. 69 1/2 in. x 75 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 128. $3,000-5,000

61 A 36-Star American parade Flag commemorating Nevada statehood circa 1863

Printed on cotton, the stars arranged in 6 rows of 6, mounted and framed. 20 in. x 30 in. (sight) $2,000-3,000

A G R A N D O L D F L A G The Stars & Stripes Collection of Dr. Peter J. Keim

62 A 36 & 37-Star American Flag commemorating Nevada and Nebraska statehoods 1865-1867

36 stars pasted to one side of cotton canton and 37 stars pasted to the other side, both in unusual arrangements suggesting a meteor, 11 machinesewn white cotton and red wool bunting stripes, with a wide cotton sleeve sewn to earlier canvas hoist. 39 1/2 in. x 69 1/2 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 112. $4,000-6,000

The unusual arrangement of stars from reverse to obverse presents the design of a meteor with a tail and nose. The stars point in random directions and the canton rests on the sixth stripe. 

reverse

63 A 37-Star American Flag commemorating Nebraska statehood 1867-1876

37- Star Flag

NEBRASKA Nebraska was admitted to the Union, March 1, 1867, under President Andrew Johnson.

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton ‘Puffy Starfish’ stars arranged in rows of 7,8,7,8,7 on a three-part wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes, linen sleeve hoist inscribed, “4 Yds” in ink. 7 ft. 7 in. x 11 ft. 5 in. provenance

The American Flag Collection of Thomas S. Connelly, Sotheby’s, May 23, 2002, lot 135. $5,000-8,000

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64 During the Civil War, the United States Quartermaster Department contracted Flags for Volunteer Units from their regional Quartermaster Depots. These Flags were not marked with regimental insignia or numbers. The oval double medallion pattern is known to have been favored by the Philadelphia regional Depot. 

A 37-Star United States military Color circa 1867

Stenciled on both sides with gold stars arranged in a double oval medallion enclosing 2 stars, with 4 corner stars on a silk canton, machine-sewn silk stripes, gold silk fringe, sleeve hoist. 73 in. x 76 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 129. $3,000-5,000

Darius Watts Lawrence was known as an aggressive Democrat,

A 37-Star American Flag used in the Hayes/Wheeler Presidential Campaign

with the nickname, “The Young Buffalo.” Lawrence was

1876-1877

elected to the New York State Assembly in 1851 and 1852,

Clamp-dyed stars arranged in rows of 8,7,7,7,8 on a wool bunting canton, clamp-dyed wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with six small grommets and reinforced rings at ends, hoist hand-inscribed, “J. Raymond Lynn from D. W. Lawrence” and “J.R.L from L. W. L,” with later inscription, “Malone, New York. Used in Hayes & Wheeler Campaign 1877 William A. Wheeler Vice. Pres. Malone, N.Y.,” also marked, “7 x 13’1” and “54.445.76.” and “American Ensign 14 ft.” 7 ft. x 13 ft. 4 in.

following Republican William A. Wheeler (1819-1887) in

provenance

The Flag was likely originally owned by Darius Watts Lawrence (1822-1913), a prominent merchant, railroad director, politician and bank president in Malone, New York. Lawrence’s widow, Lois W. Lawrence, “L.W.L.,” then gave the flag to Justin Raymond Lynn (18721943), “J.R.L.,” an Indianapolis broker and husband of the Lawrences’ granddaughter, Gertrude Spann Lynn. $2,000-3,000

that office. Lawrence and Wheeler’s paths probably crossed in the social and educational activities in Malone. Wheeler, a sitting U.S. Congressman, was selected as the running mate for Presidential candidate Rutherford B. Hayes, for his reputation of impeccable honesty and steadfast integrity, in stark contrast to the corruption of the previous Grant administration. The election of 1876 remains one of the most controversial in American history. In the Compromise of 1877, an election tie was broken when the Democrats agreed to award the White House to Hayes/Wheeler if the Republicans agreed to withdraw Federal troops from the South, marking the end of Reconstruction. 

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66 A 37-Star American Flag associated with Native American Modoc Chief Kintpuash, also known as “Captain Jack” circa 1867

Clamp-dyed stars arranged in horizontal rows of 8,7,7,7,8 on a wool canton, machine-sewn, clamp-dyed stripes comprised of two-parts, canvas hoist with two grommets, mounted and framed. 45 in. x 54 in. (sight) provenance

By descent in the family of Modoc Chief Kintpuash, “Captain Jack.” literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 111. $3,000-5,000

Under the early leadership of Chief Kintpuash (1837-1873), or “Captain Jack,” the Modoc tribe maintained good relations with settlers on their land in the Tule Lake area of Northern California and Oregon. As the number of settlers increased, disputes arose, and the Federal Government coerced the Modoc to relocate to a reservation in Oregon. The reservation was already occupied by another Native group, the Klamaths, and conflicts began. When the food and goods promised by the government was not delivered, Kintpuash led the Modoc back to their homeland. Four years later, the Modoc were forced to return to the reservation by the U.S. Army. The next year, the Modoc again returned to their native lands, and the U.S. Army was dispatched to return the Modoc to the reservation. At this time, a group of Modoc warriors murdered twelve white settlers. Kintpuash felt he had no choice but to fight the U.S. Army and the Modoc War of 1872-1873 began. Kintpuash led the Chief Kintpuash or “Captain Jack”

Modoc to the lava beds in northeastern California where they held off the U.S. Army for nearly six months. At a peace commission between the two sides, Kintpuash, under pressure by radical tribe members, shot and killed an army officer. Kintpuash was eventually handed over to the Army, tried, convicted, and hanged. 

A 37-Star American Flag commemorating Nebraska statehood

Clamp-dyed stars arranged in 8,7,7,7,8 pattern on a five-part, hand-sewn wool bunting canton, clamp-dyed stripes comprised of two parts, canvas hoist with three brass grommets, stamped, “American Ensign 12-ft.” 6 ft. x 12 ft.

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in an 8,7,7,7,8 pattern on wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist retains hemp rope. 46 in. x 89 in.

circa 1867

$800-1,200

circa 1867

$1,200-1,500

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69 A 37-Star American Flag commemorating Nebraska statehood 1868-1876

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a double medallion enclosing a larger star, flanked by 4 corner stars on a wool bunting canton, 17 hand and machine-sewn cotton stripes, heavy narrow cotton hoist retains rope with loops at ends, star with faint graphite inscription. 60 in. x 135 in. $3,000-5,000

70 A 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood 1876-1889

38-Star Flag

COLORADO Colorado was admitted to the Union, August 1, 1876, under President Ulysses S. Grant.

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton ‘puffy’ stars arranged in 6 rows of 6 with 2 additional stars between the fifth and sixth rows, on a three-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, with original reinforcements at corners, canvas hoist retains hemp rope, and is tightly stitched along rope attaching 21 small metal rings, the hoist inscribed in ink, “H.R. Latt.” 8 ft. 8 in. x 15 ft. provenance

The American Flag Collection of Thomas. S. Connelly, Sotheby’s, May 23, 2002, lot 141. $4,000-6,000

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The Mastais’ commentary on this Flag: “This

ensign has its thirty-eight stars displayed in

A 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood

a ‘double wreath’ pattern that is not only graceful but meaningful: The inner ring consists of thirteen stars symbolizing the original states, while the outer ring groups stars representing the balance of the states that had joined the Union since its origin. One might judge the central star to be Guest of Honor—Colorado, admitted to statehood in 1876.” 

1876-1889

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in an oval double medallion or wreath enclosing a single larger star and enclosed by 4 corner stars on a three-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, wide canvas sleeve stamped several times, “Mastai Collection,” and inscribed, “No. 41.” 6 ft. x 11 ft. 6 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 136 & 137. Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 80. $4,000-6,000

The names on the hoist belong to Clemens Vonnegut Jr. (1853-1921), of Indianapolis, Indiana, the great uncle of author Kurt Vonnegut (19222007), and John George Mueller (1860-1932), Clemens’ brother-in-law. Kurt Vonnegut’s grandfather, Bernard Vonnegut (1855-1908), Clemens Jr., and Mueller all married sisters from the prominent Indianapolis Schnull family. The Vonnegut and Mueller families were extremely close and summered near one another for decades on Lake Maxinkuckee, Culver, Indiana. The Schnull-Mueller-Vonnegut family photographs are in the Collection of the Indianapolis Historical Society. In 2005, Peter Keim contacted Kurt Vonnegut to ask if he would like to have the Flag. Vonnegut followed with a phone call, and a post card, writing: “Clemens Vonnegut, An Indianapolis Hardware Merchant, Was My Great Grandfather, A ‘Free-Thinker.’ I Know Nothing About The Flag. I Have Said We Should Add Another Star To Old Glory, For Our State Of Denial, Anent Our Addiction to Petroleum. Cheers!” 

72 A 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood associated with the Vonnegut family of Indianapolis 1876-1889

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a 7,6,6,6,6,7 pattern on a two-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets and three hand-sewn hemp ties, the hoist inscribed, “C. Vonnegut, Jr.” on both sides, as well as a cotton tab label with embroidered “V,” and “Now J.G. Mueller” on both sides. 6 ft. x 9 ft. provenance

The Flag is accompanied by hand-written post card from Kurt Vonnegut. $2,000-3,000

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73 A 38-Star American parade Flag commemorating Colorado statehood 1876-1889

Printed on cotton, the stars aligned in rows enclosing a 6-Star medallion, mounted and framed. 12 1/3 in. x 17 1/4 in. (sight) provenance

J. Richard Pierce Collection of American Parade Flags, Cowan’s Auctions, December 7, 2012, lot 74. $3,000-5,000

This is a very rare 38-Star pattern parade Flag. 

74 A 38-Star American parade Flag commemorating Colorado and a 44-Star American parade Flag commemorating Wyoming 1876-1888 and 1891-1895

Both printed on cotton, the first, with stars arranged in rows of 8,7,7,7,7,8; the second, with stars arranged in rows of 6,6,7,7,6,6, mounted and framed together. 11 7/8 in. x 16 in. and 8 5/8 in. x 14 in. (sight) $2,500-3,500

A 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood

A 38-Star American Ensign commemorating Colorado statehood

1876-1889

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd stars arranged in staggered 4,5,4,5,5,5,5,5 (an early prototype for the 50-Star pattern), on a three-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, heavy cotton hoist retains hemp rope, hoist inscribed, “5yd” in ink. 7 ft. 4 in. x 14 ft. 4 in. $2,000-3,000

United States Bunting Company, Lowell, MA, 1876-1889

Clamp-dyed stars in horizontal rows of 8,7,8,7,8 on wool bunting canton, two-part clamp-dyed wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist fitted with three brass grommets, and stenciled, “American Star Ensign” and “Patented April 26, 1870,” handinked, “P.H. Decker.” 4 ft. 4 in. x 7 ft. $1,500-2,500

John Holt’s patent of April 26, 1870, made improvements on the clamp-dying process in American Flag manufacture. The patent, however, was held by the United States Bunting Company. General Benjamin F. Butler incorporated the U.S. Bunting Company in Lowell, Massachusetts in 1865. Butler’s ability to win large contracts from political and military associations helped U.S. Bunting Co. to become the nation’s most successful manufacturer of wool bunting. The company continued under various ownership until 1947. 

A G R A N D O L D F L A G The Stars & Stripes Collection of Dr. Peter J. Keim

77 The Flag’s ownership was uncovered in a notice in The New York Produce Review & American Creamery, Vol. LII,

A 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood Annin & Co., New York (1847-present), 1876-1889

Sunday at the age of 75 years. Mr. Reed many years ago was a

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd stars arranged in horizontal rows of 7,8,8,8,7 on a three-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, hoist bears manufacturer’s mark, “Annin & Co. 1010 Fulton St., N Y” and “12 XX,” and inscribed, “A.G. Reed 108 Hancock St.” and stamped, “Mastai Collection” and “No. 171.” 6 ft. 6 in. x 12 ft.

prominent figure in fruit, poultry and allied trades of this city

provenance

November 2, 1921, p. 567: “Abraham G. Reed {1846-1921} for many years identified with the dairy and produce trades of New York, died at his home, 108 Hancock St, Brooklyn, last

when he operated with John C. Quick under the firm name of Quick & Reed...” 

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $1,500-2,500

78 A 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood 1876-1889

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in rows of 8,7,8,7,8 or ‘Phalanx’ pattern on a two-part wool bunting canton, machinesewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two grommets, the hoist inscribed, “Mrs. Dollinger” on one side and the other with “Dollinger” and “Mr. Cheymann,” bearing stamp of the “Mastai Collection, No. 356.” 4 ft. 6 in. x 9 ft. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Boleslaw & Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 172. $3,000-5,000

The Mastais offer a description of the star arrangement of this Flag: “A close-knit formation particularly notable for the wide, even margin that surrounds, and admirably sets off, the rectangular near- ‘phalanx’ of thirty eight stars.” The wide margins left and right allow for possible addition of stars. 

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79 A ceremonial 39-Star American Flag circa 1890

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in unusual arrangement of 6,5,6,5,6,5,6 in horizontal rows on three-part vertically formatted wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, with red, white and blue cotton fringe. 6 ft. x 6 ft. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 144. $2,000-3,000

3 9 & 4 0 -St a r Fla gs

NORTH & SOUTH DAKOTA North

This unusual and unofficial 39-Star Flag was likely produced under the assumption that the Dakota Territory would be admitted to the Union as a single state. 

Dakota

and

South

Dakota

were

admitted on the same date, November 2, 1889, under President Benjamin Harrison. North Dakota has traditionally been recognized as the 39th state merely because of alphabetical order.

80 Two 39-Star American parade Flags circa 1889

Printed on cotton, the first, with original pole, framed, both with stars arranged in rows of 7,6,7,6,7,6; together with a 39-Star American parade flag canton, bearing stamp of “Mastai Collection,” and “No. 101.” 16 3/4 in. x 23 1/2 in. and 13 in. x 13 1/4 in. $1,000-1,500

81 A 40-Star American Flag commemorating North Dakota and South Dakota statehoods circa 1889

Clamp-dyed stars in 5 horizontal rows of 8, on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn clamp-dyed wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist retains three ties, hoist stenciled, “Clamp Dyed 4,” mounted and framed. 31 1/2 in. x 48 in. (sight) $2,500-3,500

A G R A N D O L D F L A G The Stars & Stripes Collection of Dr. Peter J. Keim

82 A 40-Star American Flag commemorating North Dakota and South Dakota statehoods circa 1889

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton ‘puffy’ stars arranged in 5 horizontal rows of 8 on a two-piece wool bunting canton, hand-sewn wool bunting stripes and canvas hoist. 67 in. x 130 1/2 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 40. $2,500-3,500

41-Star Flag

MONTANA Montana became the 41st state, November 8, 1889, only

six

days

after

the

admittance of North Dakota and South Dakota, and was followed three days later by the

admittance

Washington state.

the

of 42nd

83 A 41-Star American Flag commemorating Montana statehood circa 1889

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in ‘scattered’ rows of 8,6,8,5,6,8 on a two-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist retains two brass grommets. 72 in. x 124 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 146 & 147. $4,000-6,000

This unofficial 41-Star Flag is highly unusual in the scattered arrangement of its stars and rare as it is purportedly one of only two known sewn examples; it is machine-sewn throughout. 

A G R A N D O L D F L A G The Stars & Stripes Collection of Dr. Peter J. Keim

84 A 41-Star canton and American Parade Flag commemorating Montana statehood circa 1889

The canton or Naval Ensign with machine-sewn stars of three sizes arranged in a star pattern; the parade Flag printed on cotton, the stars arranged in rows of 5,4,5,4,5,4,5,4,5, mounted and framed. 53 in. x 55 in. and 16 1/2 in. x 24 in. (sight) $3,000-5,000

85 A 42-Star American Flag commemorating Washington statehood circa 1889

42-Star Flag

Washington was granted statehood,

Printed stars on a cotton canton in an arrangement of 6 rows of 7 stars, 2 stars bear printed “cotton bunting patent applied for,” machine-sewn printed cotton stripes, twill hoist with two brass grommets, stenciled, “Fast Colors Scott MF.R.,” the top stripe inscribed, “Chadwick.” 5 ft. 9 in. x 9 ft. 5 in.

November 11, 1889, under President

$2,000-3,000

WASHINGTON Benjamin Harrison.

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86 A 42-Star American Flag commemorating Washington statehood circa 1889

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton ‘puffy’ small stars arranged in 6 rows of 7, on a two-part wool canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two grommets. 56 in. x 83 in. $2,500-3,500

87 A 42-Star American parade Flag commemorating Washington statehood circa 1889

Printed silk, the canton with stars arranged in 6 rows of 7, and 17 stripes, machine-sewn edges. 12 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 151. $3,000-5,000

43-Star Flag

IDAHO

A 43-Star American Flag commemorating Idaho statehood

Idaho was admitted to the

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in horizontal rows of 8,7,7,7,7,7 on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, hoist inscribed, “R.F. Redell.” 54 in. x 102 in.

circa 1890

Union as the 43rd state, July

President

1890,

under

Benjamin

Harrison. A rare Flag, the 43-Star is also called the “Seven-Day

Flag”

Wyoming was admitted as the 44th state, July 10, 1890.

literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 154-155. $6,000-8,000

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89 A ceremonial 44-Star American military Flag commemorating Wyoming statehood

44-Star Flag

WYOMING

1890-1896

Wyoming was admitted as

Gold stenciled stars arranged in a triple wreath or medallion centering a single star, enclosed by 4 corner stars, machine-sewn silk stripes with gold fringe, linen tape hoist. 6 ft. x 6 ft.

the 44th state, July 10, 1890.

literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 156 & 157. $3,000-5,000

A 44-Star Naval Ensign commemorating Wyoming statehood

A 44-Star American Flag commemorating Wyoming statehood

Clamp-dyed stars arranged in rows of 8,7,7,7,7,8 on wool bunting canton, machine-sewn, twopart clamp-dyed wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with three brass grommets, hoist stenciled, “Patent April 26, 1870” and “American Ensign.” and “8 Ft” and hand-inscribed with “JH” on both sides. 4 ft. 3 in. x 8 ft. 2 in.

Clamp-dyed stars in horizontal rows of 7,8,7,7,8,7 on wool bunting, clamp-dyed stripes comprised of two machine-sewn panels, canvas hoist with three brass grommets, stenciled, “Patented April 23, 1870” and “American Ensign 6 ft.” 37 in. x 73 in.

note

See Lot 76.

Attributed to United States Bunting Company, Lowell, MA, circa 1890

See Lot 76. $2,000-4,000

Attributed to the United States Bunting Company, Lowell, MA, circa 1890

note

$1,500-2,500

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92 Two 45-Star American Flags commemorating Utah statehood 1896-1908

The first, with machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in an 8,7,8,7,8,7 arrangement on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, the hoist stamped, “Mastai Collection,” “No. 31,” and stenciled, “U.S. Army Standard Bunting 4 1/2’ x 8’” with inscription in Mastai’s hand, “From General Harrison A. Wheeler”; the second Flag, with machine-sewn, double appliquéd small stars in an 8,7,8,7,7,8 arrangement on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn stripes, canvas sleeve stamped, “Mastai Collection,” and hand-inscribed, “No. 47,” and “ Wheeler.” 3 ft. 9 1/2 in. x 7 ft. 10 in. and 35 in. x 56 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $1,200-2,200

45-Star Flag

UTAH

The last state to be admitted in the 19th century,

Utah

was

admitted, January 4, 1896, under President Grover Cleveland.

93 A 45-Star American Naval Jack commemorating Utah statehood 1898-1908

Clamp-dyed stars arranged in vertical staggered rows of 4,5,4,5,4,5,4,5,4 on a wool bunting canton, canvas hoist stamped, “Mastai Collection,” and “No. 68”; together with a four-part wool bunting canton with 45 machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in rows of 8,7,8,7,8,7. 42 in. x 35 in. and 72 in. x 89 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Boleslaw & Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and The Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 80–81. $2,000-3,000

According to the Mastai book, this Naval Jack was flown on the yacht America. In 1851, the schooner America was the first winner of America’s Cup International sailing trophy. The schooner had a long life, with a number of ownership and name changes. Used by the Union during the Civil War, the schooner was eventually donated to the U.S. Navy and was scrapped in 1945. 

94 A 45-Star American Flag commemorating Utah statehood circa 1896

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a unique 8,7,7,8,7,8 pattern on a small cotton canton, machine-sewn cotton stripes, canvas sleeve. 43 in. x 88 in. $1,500-3,000

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95 A 46-Star American Flag commemorating Oklahoma statehood 1907-1911

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd small cotton stars arranged in staggered horizontal rows of 8,7,8,7,8,8 on a two-part wool canton, woolbunting stripes, canvas hoist with sewn-in hemp rope. 54 in. x 79 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 164-165. $1,500-2,500

96 A 46-Star American Flag commemorating Oklahoma statehood 1907-1912

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd stars in horizontal rows of 8,7,8,8,7,8 on a two-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with hemp rope having looped ends. 11 ft. x 17 ft. $800-1,200

46-Star Flag

OKLAHOMA Oklahoma

became

the

46th

state, admitted, November 16, 1907, under President Theodore Roosevelt.

47-Star Flag

NEW MEXICO

A 47-Star American Flag commemorating New Mexico statehood

47-Star Flags are quite rare. The

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in staggered rows of 8,8,8,8,7 on wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, hoist stenciled, “Standard 8 x 12.” 8 ft. x 12 ft.

admission of New Mexico as the 47th state took place, January 6, 1912,

under

President

William

Howard Taft. It was followed a little more than a month later on February 14, 1912, by the admission of Arizona as the 48th state when official changes to the Flag were made, July 4, 1912.

circa 1912

literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 166. $2,000-3,000

Executive Order of 1912 Signed by President William Howard Taft, June 24, 1912, established for the ďŹ rst time proportions of the Flag and provided for arrangement of the stars in 6 horizontal rows of 8 each, a single point of each star to be upward. Executive

Order,

October

A later 29,

1912,

speciďŹ ed the size and positioning of each star.

98 A 48-Star American Flag commemorating Arizona statehood circa 1915

ARIZONA

Machine-sewn linen stars arranged in 6 rows of 8 on a two-part wool bunting canton, machinesewn wool bunting stripes, embroidered, “R.H. Jackson April 1, 1919 Bermuda,” heavy cotton hoist retains hemp rope and is stenciled “8 ft. x 15 ft.” 8 ft. x 15 ft.

Arizona

provenance

48-Star Flag was

granted

statehood, February 14,

By descent in the family of Admiral Richard Harrison Jackson (1866-1971).

1912, under President

$800-1,200

Taft. Richard Harrison Jackson lived to the remarkable age of 105. An 1887 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Jackson served the U.S. Navy in many capacities, at sea and on shore. During the Spanish American War, Jackson served aboard torpedo boats and during World War I, as Naval attaché in Paris. In 1919, Jackson was sent to Bermuda as senior officer for U.S. Naval forces in the region. 

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99 A 48-Star American Flag commemorating Arizona statehood circa 1955

Double appliquéd cotton stars of two sizes arranged in a unique ‘Constellation’ pattern on a two-part wool bunting canton, wool bunting stripes, machine-sewn throughout, canvas hoist with two brass grommets. 4 ft. x 6 ft. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), accompanying fold-out. $1,000-2,000

100

50- Star Flag

HAWAII 50th state, August 1959,

President

circa 2000

Printed on nylon, machine-sewn canvas hoist with two brass grommets, mounted with 7 silver stars and the U.S. Marine insignia, mounted and framed. 33 in. x 59 in. (sight)

Hawaii became the 21,

A 50-Star American Flag commemorating the Space Shuttle Columbia and the invasion of Baghdad

provenance

under

The flag was flown in the Marine staging area in Kuwait the night before the March 19, 2003 invasion of Iraq.

Dwight

D. Eisenhower.

$2,000-3,000

The 7 silver stars on the Flag memorialize the loss of the seven astronauts: David M. Brown, Laurel Clark, Michael P. Anderson, Ilan Ramon, Rick D. Husband, Kalpana Chawla and William C. McCool, aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia on February 1, 2003. Proceeds from the sale of this Flag will be donated to the Astronauts Memorial Foundation. 

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Lots 101 - 192

101 Original art for the exhibition poster of the Mastai Collection of American Flags: “200 Years of Stars & Stripes” Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai (1920-2001), 1976

Depicting a panoply of Flags in the Mastai Collection, several of which are offered here in the Keim Collection. The exhibition, “200 Year of Stars

Signed and dated, “1976,” l.l., reverse-painted acrylic on plexiglass, framed. 34 in. x 34 1/2 in. (sight)

& Stripes,” was held at the Hall of Sciences of the

provenance

through December 30, 1977. 

South Bay Auctions, April 3, 2003, lot 98. The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $2,000-3,000

City of New York, Flushing Meadows from June 14,

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102 A 13-Star ‘Quincunx’ pattern yacht Flag circa 1900

Machine-sewn cotton stars in a 3,2,3,2,3 pattern on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, mounted and framed. 23 1/2 in. x 36 in. (sight) provenance

The Timothy Gallagher Collection, Morphy Auctions, Winter 2017, lot 2034. $1,000-2,000

Illustrated without frame.

103 A 13-Star American Naval Ensign from the USS Hartford

A sail-steam or screw Sloop-of-War, the USS Hartford was built at the Boston Navy Yard in 1858 and commissioned in 1859. During the Civil War, the ship served in the West Gulf Blockading Squadron and took part in Union victories at the Battle of New Orleans and the Battle of Mobile Bay. Used by the Navy until 1926, the USS Hartford sank at berth in the Norfolk Navy Yard in 1956. 

“Manufactured by U.S. Bunting Co. Lowell, Mass.,” circa 1875

Clamp-dyed with stars in a 3,2,3,2,3 configuration on a wool canton, clamp-dyed stripes, canvas hoist retains three brass grommets, the hoist boldly stenciled, “USS Hartford,” and manufacturer’s stamp, with hand-written inscription, “Richards.” 64 in. x 114 in. provenance

The Paul DeHaan Collection of Items Related to Admiral David Glasgow Farragut and his Flagship, the USS Hartford. Cowan’s Auctions, June 13, 2014, lot 169. $800-1,200

104 Two 13-Star Yacht Ensigns

M. Auten & Company and O.C. & K.R. Wilson, Ship Chandleries, New York, early 20th century The first, with machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a medallion enclosing a fouled anchor on wool bunting, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist stenciled, “M. Auten & Co. 26 South St. NY”; the second, with machinesewn single appliquéd cotton stars, arranged in identical pattern, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, stamped, “O. C. and K. R. Wilson” and stenciled, “Y.E.8.” 43 1/2 in. x 69 in. and 56 in. x 93 in. provenance

The second Flag: The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 14. $1,500-2,500

In 1848, the medallion of 13-Stars enclosing a tilted fouled anchor, and 13 stripes became the official signal for U.S. pleasure sailing vessels. George M. Auten & Co. Ship Chandlery was founded in 1900 and was located at 26 South St., New York until 1925. The O.C. & K.R. Wilson Company (1880-1950) was also founded in New York. 

105 A 13-Star Naval Veterans Association Ensign circa 1893

Two-part wool bunting field with a double appliquéd cotton fouled anchor enclosed by machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in an oval formation with a single star in each corner, canvas hoist with three brass grommets, inscribed, “Dahlgren Association Flag,” and “C. H. Leaman, Paymaster.” 90 1/2 in. x 53 1/2 in. $1,500-2,500

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The Admiral Dahlgren Association of Dayton, Ohio was founded on October 19, 1889, for naval veterans of the Civil War. The associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s namesake, Admiral John A. B. Dahlgren (1809-1870), served in the United States Navy from 1826 to his death. Dahlgren became an ordnance expert and brought about improvements in existing weaponry and created versatile weapons including the Dahlgren gun. This cast-iron, muzzle-loading cannon had superior range and accuracy and was used during the Civil War. He is credited with establishing the U.S. Navy Department Bureau of Ordnance. Dr. Charles H. Leaman (1845-1914), whose name appears on the hoist, served as a Surgeons Steward on the U.S. Civil War gunboats, USS Pittsburgh and Clyde. A dentist in Dayton, Ohio, Leaman was active in a number of veterans organizations and served as Commander of the National Naval Veterans Association at the 1892 7th Annual Convention in Baltimore. ď&#x192;Ş

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107

A Union Jack

An English Naval Red Ensign

Pieced and machine-sewn wool bunting, cotton hoist retains rope, hoist inscribed, “J.R. Thompson.” 52 in. x 34 1/2 in.

Pieced and machine-sewn wool bunting canton, four-part, machine-sewn wool bunting field, canvas hoist with two brass grommets. 6 ft. x 10 ft.

late 19th century

$800-1,200

early 20th century

$1,500-2,500

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108 A 13-Star Patriotic Banner early 20th century

Medallion of 12 double appliquéd, machine-sewn cotton stars enclosing a single larger star on a cotton canton above 3 machine-sewn cotton stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets. 114 in. x 23 1/2 in. $500-800

109 A 13-Star American Patriotic Banner

F. DeDreux, Brooklyn, NY, late 19th century Single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a medallion pattern on a silk canton, machine-sewn silk stripes, gold silk fringe, stenciled on verso, “F. De Dreux,” hangs from a wooden rod. 64 in. x 26 1/2 in. note

The 1892 New York City Directory lists an F. DeDreux as a Decorator at 1080 Putnum Avenue, Brooklyn. $1,500-2,500

110 A Great Seal of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Flag late 19th/early 20th century

Painted on two-part, wool bunting field, canvas hoist retains hemp rope. 47 1/2 in. x 60 in. $800-1,200

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111 A 13-Star Patriotic Banner 1870-1890

Medallion of hand-sewn sequins and gilt metallic thread stars enclosing an appliquéd gilt and polychrome thread emblazoned American Eagle, to a silk canton, above machine-sewn silk stripes, fringed swallowtail, bears “Mastai Collection” stamp and inscribed, “No. 196.” 31 in. x 60 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and The Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 82 & 83. $2,000-3,000

112 A 13-Star Patriotic Banner circa 1876

Stars of gold sequins and gold metallic thread hand-sewn to a silk satin canton in an ‘arc’ pattern above machine-sewn silk stripes, fringed ends. 25 in. x 17 3/4 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 35. $1,500-2,500

113 A group of lithographs and engravings featuring George Washington (1732-1799)

Nathaniel Currier, James Ives, James S. Baillie and others, 19th century Including hand-colored lithograph, published by N. Currier, “Washington’s Reception by The Ladies on Passing Bridge at Trenton, N.J. April, 1789”; hand-colored lithograph, published by Currier & Ives, a portrait of George Washington, #265; a hand-colored lithograph, published by J.S. Baillie, “Surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown, Virginia, Oct. 19, 1781”; and an engraving of “The Presidents of our Great Republic,” sold by Lange & Kronfeld, New York (this series depicted the Presidents through Lincoln). 13 3/4 in. x 10 in., 15 3/4 in. x 10 7/8 in., 9 1/2 in. x 12 1/2 in. and 11 1/2 in. x 9 in. (sight) provenance

The Collection of Bowslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $800-1,200

114 Two 13-Star American parade Flags and a 27-Star American parade Flag commemorating Florida statehood probably 1876

All printed on cotton and retaining original poles, mounted and framed. 1 3/4 in. x 3 in. and 4 in. x 3 in. (sight, Flag excluding pole) $1,000-2,000

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115 A 20-Star American Flag commemorating Mississippi statehood mid to late 19th century

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a 5,5,5,5 pattern on a two-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, linen hoist retains cord. 40 in. x 72 in. provenance

James D. Julia, February 2, 2016, lot 2038. $2,000-3,000

116 Three 13-Star American parade Flags and a 28-Star American parade Flag commemorating Texas statehood mid to late 19th century

All printed on cotton, the 13-Star Flags retaining original poles, the 28-Star parade Flag in medallion pattern, mounted and framed. 1 7/8 in. x 3 in. and 4 in. x 6 7/8 in. (sight, Flag excluding pole) $1,000-2,000

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118

A “Rally ‘round the Flag Boys!” printed centerfold from Harper’s Weekly

A Lithograph of Washington and Lincoln

October 1, 1864

Nathaniel Currier and James Ives, New York, 1865

Showing Lincoln with an American Flag surrounded by Union troops, with verses of “Rally ‘round the Flag Boys!” below, framed. 21 1/2 in. x 14 1/4 in. (sight)

Hand-colored lithograph, “Washington And Lincoln—The Father And The Savior of our Country,” published by Currier and Ives, framed. 14 in. x 11 in. (sight)

provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai.

$200-300

$300-500

119 An Abraham Lincoln mourning watch fob and pin 1865

The first, a beaded watch fob with eagle and the initials, “A.L.”; the second, a ribbon printed, “Washington 4th July 1865, Lincoln,” with gilt metal emblazoned eagle and a painted 34-Star Flag. 6 in. and 3 in. provenance

Collection of John Armiger, Jr., Cowan’s Auctions, June 8, lot 133. literature

4th of July mourning pin: Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 170. $500-800

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120 A 36-Star American parade Flag and lithograph of Abraham Lincoln 1865

The 36-Star American parade Flag printed on cotton retaining original pole; together with a lithograph of “Abraham Lincoln, Sixteenth President of the United States Assassinated April 14th 1865,” published by Currier & Ives, framed. 14 1/4 in. x 10 in. (sight, lithograph) provenance

Lithograph: The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $500-800

Purportedly 36-Star American Parade Flags were made for citizens to wave along the path of the funeral procession of Abraham Lincoln. 

121 A 36-Star American parade Flag and an engraving of Abraham Lincoln circa 1865

The 36-Star American parade Flag printed on cotton; together with an engraving, “Abraham Lincoln President of the United States,” published by John C. McRae, New York, framed. 15 3/4 in. x 12 1/2 in. (sight, engraving) $500-800

122 Six American parade Flags 1860-1900

Including four 13-Star American parade Flags printed on cotton in a medallion pattern, three having original poles; a 30-Star woven lapel pin bearing stamp, “Sharon, Wash”; and a 33-Star American parade Flag printed on cotton with graffiti. 6 in. x 9 in. (largest) $1,000-2,000

123 A sketch of Civil War Signal Flags from General Hooker’s Division circa 1862

Watercolor and ink on paper, inscribed, “Divisions / Hooker / Chancellorsville / Corps,” framed. 9 1/2 in. x 7 1/2 in. (sight) provenance

Cowan’s Auctions, December 9, 2009, lot 217. $500-800

This chart indicates the Signal Flags of the brigades and Corps within Hooker’s Division at Chancellorsville under an American Flag with the canton resting on the “blood” stripe. 

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124 A 35-Star American Flag commemorating West Virginia statehood 1863-1865

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd linen stars arranged in 5 rows of 7 on a two-part wool bunting canton, with space at hoist end for additional stars, wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with ink inscription, “E.P. Beals” on both sides, and two brass grommets with small brass rings stitched along edge. 67 in. x 103 in. provenance

Constantine and Mayer Auctions, 2006. $2,000-3,000

125 A 35-Star Civil War Veterans of the 71st New York Volunteer Infantry commemorative American parade Flag 1880-1913

Printed cotton inscribed, “Bull Run / 71st New York Vol. INFT. / Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville / Gettysburg,” mounted and framed. 15 3/4 in. x 23 1/2 in. (sight) $2,000-3,000

126 A group of 13-Star American parade Flags, a 36-Star American parade Flag and three Grand Army of the Republic buttons 1865-1885

Comprised of four 13-Star American parade Flags printed in medallion pattern, three with poles; one 36-Star American parade Flag with pole; and three G.A.R buttons. 2 in. x 2 7/8 in. and 4 in. x 6 in. $1,000-1,500

127 American School 19th century

Civil War Veteran Wearing his G.A.R. Insignia Mending a Flag Signed, “A. White,” l.r., oil on canvas, framed. 12 7/8 in. x 18 in. (sight) $300-500

128 A 36-Star American parade Flag commemorating Nevada statehood and a 42-Star American parade Flag commemorating Washington statehood circa 1865-1890

The 36-Star American parade Flag printed on cotton with unusual arrangement of stars, having 2 at extreme corners of canton at hoist end, and a 42-Star American parade Flag printed on thin paper and marked, “Dennison Mfg. Makers.” 11 1/4 in. x 17 1/2 in. and 13 in. x 17 1/2 in. $600-800

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130

A 36-Star American Flag commemorating Nevada statehood

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd small cotton stars arranged in 6 rows of 6 on a small cotton canton, machine-sewn and pieced cotton stripes, the linen sleeve hoist with seven whip-stitched grommets with ties. 62 in. x 84 in.

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd stars arranged in 6 rows of 6 on a seven-part wool bunting canton, narrow canvas hoist with two brass grommets. 116 1/2 in. x 171 in.

probably 1865

provenance

Collection John Armiger Jr., Cowan’s Auctions, September 6, 2005, lot 879. $4,000-6,000

1865

$2,000-3,000

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132

A 37-Star American Flag commemorating Nebraska statehood

Hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 6,6,6,7,6,6 pattern on a two-part wool bunting canton, the stars ‘peeking’ through to reverse, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist retains rope, loops at each end. 65 in. x 113 in.

Printed silk, the stars arranged in rows of 6,6,6,7,6,6, hand-sewn fly end, machine stitched hoist end, mounted and framed. 30 in. x 45 1/2 in. (sight)

circa 1867

literature

provenance

Dan Stine, Eau Claire, Michigan, 2001.

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 129.

$1,500-2,500

$2,000-3,000

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133 A 38-Star Civil War Veterans American Flag circa 1876

Gold-painted stars arranged in a triple wreath or medallion centering a single star and enclosed by 4 corner stars on a silk canton, machine-sewn stripes, painted, “Apollo Camp No. 155 / S.V.U.S.A. / Apollo PA,” gold fringe, retains five ribbon ties at hoist. 69 in. x 75 in. provenance

Cowan’s Auctions, November 16, 2005, lot 325. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 138. $1,500-2,500

Patriotic and veteran groups flourished in the years after the Civil War. The Grand Army of the Republic was established in 1866. The Sons of Veterans of the United States of America was founded in November 1881, by Major Augustus Davis to continue the mission of the G.A.R. and to provide assistance to veterans. The organization was renamed Sons of Veterans of the Civil War and claimed 200,000 members in 1904. 

134 A 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood 1877-1889

Stenciled stars arranged in highly unusual pattern of 6 rows of 6 with 2 vertically placed additional stars between middle rows, machine-sewn stripes, retains elements of wool braid hoist ties. 54 in. x 101 in. $1,000-2,000

135 A 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood 1877-1889

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in a 7,8,8,8,7 arrangement with unusual arc at hoist end, on a three-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist retains hemp rope. 6 ft. x 10 ft. 3 in. $800-1,200

136 An appliquéd Patriotic quilt

stamped, “Isabel Simmons,” mid-19th century 4 eight-pointed stars enclosing two 13-Star American Flags tied with a ribbon and an eagle with American shield, appliquéd with red, blue and brown solid cotton pieces, and heightened with embroidery on a muslin ground, star-pattern quilting. 85 in. x 80 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $800-1,200

137 A carved and painted figure of Uncle Sam The standing figure holds a 39-Star printed cotton American parade Flag with original pole, on a painted and decorated base bearing the inscription, “July-4 / 1776 1876.” H: 45 3/4 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 106. $3,000-5,000

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138 Group of patriotic and commemorative folding fans Japan and America, 1875-1920

Including two folding fans from the Philadelphia Centennial Exposition, printed with crossed Flags and American Eagle with shield inscribed, “100 Years,” “1776” and “1876,” and on verso printed with images of the exhibition buildings Horticultural Hall and the Art Gallery, and ten printed folding fans featuring the American Flag, and Japanese-American concerns; together with a paper parasol printed with an American Flag, bamboo handle. L: 11 in. (fans) provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 134 & 135. Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 165. $1,000-1,500

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139 A group of 10 political, patriotic and commercial paddle fans first quarter 20th century

Variously printed on cardboard with Presidents, American Flags, American Eagle, Liberty, and American service men, all with wooden handles and all stamped, “Mastai Collection.” L: 11 1/2 in. to 14 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and MarieLouise d’Otrange Mastai. $600-800

140 Collection of advertising trade cards and labels featuring American Flags second half 19th century/early 20th century Some die-cut, approximately 190. H: 10 1/4 in. W: 7 in. (largest) provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and MarieLouise d’Otrange Mastai. $400-600

141 A handkerchief printed with 41-Star American Flag commemorating Montana statehood circa 1889

On silk, mounted and framed. 16 in. x 16 in. (sight) $300-500

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142 Two silk handkerchiefs with 48-Star American Flags early 20th century

The first, printed with border of International Flags; the second, showing the Flags of our WWI partners, “Flags of Alliance” including France, Italy, Japan, Great Britain and Belgium. 14 1/2 in. x 16 in. and 12 in. x 16 1/2 in.

143

$500-800

after 1912

A printed cotton “Flags of the World” coverlet Featuring 48-Star American Flags, backed in wool felt. 35 in. x 71 1/2 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and MarieLouise d’Otrange Mastai. $250-500

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145

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A Civil War era 35-Star American Flag commemorating West Virginia statehood updated to a 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood

Grain-painted cherrywood Flag cane fitted with a 38-Star American parade Flag commemorating Nevada statehood

An ebonized wood Flag cane fitted with a 45-Star American parade Flag commemorating Utah statehood

Hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 5 horizontal rows of 7 with 3 stars added to the lower left corner of the two-piece wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, narrow canvas hoist strip along back of Flag. 4 ft. 2 in. x 8 ft. 4 in.

Printed cotton American Flag on blackpainted wood pole. L: 35 1/4 in.

circa 1863-1876

19th century

$150-250

late 19th century

Printed silk American Flag on a wood pole. L: 35 1/2 in. $150-250

$1,500-2,500

147 Black metal and painted wood Flag cane fitted with a 48-Star American parade Flag A.B. Madden, Detroit, MI, 1933-1935

Printed cotton American Flag on metal pole, the pole with printed maker’s label having stamp of National Recovery Act. L: 36 in. $150-250

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148 A 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood and a 44-Star American Flag commemorating Wyoming statehood United States Bunting Company, Lowell, MA, 1876-1889

Clamp-dyed with arrangement of small stars in rows of 7,5,7,7,5,7 on wool bunting canton, machine-sewn, clamp-dyed wool stripes in two parts, canvas hoist fitted with three brass grommets and stamped, “Patented April 26, 1870;” together with a 44-Star clamp-dyed American Flag, the stars in an 8,7,7,7,7,8 arrangement on a cotton ground, clamp-dyed stripes, hoist end with holes for hanging. 3 ft. x 6 ft. and 39 3/4 in. x 64 1/2 in. note

See Lot 76. $1,500-2,500

149 Two 38-Star American Flags commemorating Colorado statehood 1875-1889

The first, with hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 7,1,7,8,7,1,7 pattern on a five-piece wool bunting canton (possibly a 36-Star American Flag with two additional stars added to fly end creating a highly unusual star pattern), machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with in-sewn rope with loops at each end, bearing “10 1/2 in. x 18” stamp on hoist; the second, with hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a 8,7,8,7,8 pattern on a two-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes with linen hoist fitted with three grommets, the hoist inscribed in ink with the initials, “W.Z.M.” and “M.E.R.” 18 ft. x 10 ft. 6 in. and 5 ft. x 7 ft. 6 in. $1,500-2,500

150 A Flag manufacturer’s trade banner

Annin & Co, New York, mid 20th century Cotton canvas printed in red and blue, “Headquarters / for / Flags / The Best Since 1847, Largest Flag House in the World, The Name Annin Guarantees Quality / Banners and Decorations,” machine-sewn, hoist with two brass grommets. 3 ft. x 5 ft. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 139. $500-800

151 A 38-Star Flag commemorating Colorado statehood, a 44-Star Flag commemorating Wyoming statehood and a 45-Star Flag commemorating Utah statehood Annin & Co., New York and others, 1877-1908

The first, hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in a 8,7,8,7,8 pattern on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist retains rope, hoist inscribed, “Mairs”; the second, with single appliquéd stars arranged in 8,7,7,7,7,8 pattern on a four-part wool bunting canton, machinesewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist retains rope and inscribed with the initials, “J.S.M.”; the third, with hand-sewn, single appliquéd cotton stars arranged in an 8,7,8,7,8,7 pattern on a two-part wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, stenciled, “Annin & Co., 99/101 Fulton St. N.Y.” 9 ft. 4 in. x 14 ft., 10 ft. x 16 ft., and 9 ft. x 5 ft. 6 in. provenance

The second: William J. Jenack Auction. $1,500-2,500

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152 A 38-Star American Flag commemorating Colorado statehood, a 44-Star American Flag commemorating Wyoming statehood and a 45-Star American Flag commemorating Utah statehood 1876-1896

The first, machine-sewn, double appliquéd stars arranged in an 8,7,8,7,8 pattern on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn stripes, canvas hoist with seven brass grommets and inscribed in ink, “L.H. Latham,” top edge of flag with five rings for display; the second, machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in an 8,7,7,7,7,8 pattern on a three-part wool canton, machinesewn stripes, canvas hoist with five small brass grommets, the hoist stenciled, “C. J. Young” on one side and hand-written, “Maj. Wilcox” on the other; the third, machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in vertically aligned rows of 8,7,8,7,8,7 on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with three brass grommets, inscribed, “H. M. Applegate, North Tenth St” in ink and “F. M. Applegate,” in graphite. 6 ft. x 9 ft. 5 in., 12 ft. x 25 ft., and 4 ft. 6 in. x 8 ft. $1,000-2,000

153 A 39-Star Patriotic Banner commemorating North Dakota statehood late 19th century/early 20th century

Polychrome printed eagle on a blue cotton field, flanked by elongated panels, each panel having 3 rows of 13 printed stars above 4 machine-sewn cotton stripes, retains metal grommets to lower corner ends. 32 1/2 in. x 145 in. provenance

Cowan’s Auctions, December 7, 2012, lot 76. $800-1,200

Possibly made in anticipation of the Dakota territory joining the Union as a single state. 

154 A 40-Star American parade Flag commemorating South Dakota statehood and a 42-Star American parade Flag commemorating Washington statehood 1889

Both printed on cotton, the 42-Star American parade Flag, improperly cut having additional red stripe to top. 11 3/4 in. x 18 in. and 17 1/2 in. x 24 1/2 in. $600-800

155 A group of five American parade Flags 1890-1959

Including a 42-Star American parade Flag; a 44-Star American parade Flag with original pole; a 45-Star American parade Flag with original pole; a 48-Star American parade Flag; and a 49-Star American parade Flag. 12 in. x 20 3/4 in. (largest, Flag excluding pole) $800-1,200

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156 A group of five American parade Flags 1889-1950

Including three 42-Star American parade Flags, one with original pole; a 44-Star American parade Flag with original pole; and a 48-Star American parade Flag. 19 3/4 in. x 35 1/2 in. (largest, Flag excluding pole) $800-1,200

157 An uncut 42-Star American parade Flag commemorating Washington statehood circa 1890

Printed on cotton with stars arranged in 6 rows of 7. 24 in. x 17 in. $400-800

158 A 42-Star American Flag commemorating Washington statehood circa 1890

Double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 6 rows of 7 on a wool canton, machine-sewn wool stripes, gold cotton fringe, self sleeve hoist with cloth tag inscribed in ink, “LWC Ella Hayam.” 6 ft. x 6 ft. $800-1,200

159 A 44-Star Civil War Veterans “Joe Hooker Post, 16. G.A.R.” American Flag Pettibone Mfg. Company Military and Society Goods, Cincinnati, OH, circa 1890

Double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in vertical rows of 8,7,7,7,7,8 on a wool canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes inscribed in gold, “Joe Hooker Post, 16. G.A.R. Dayton, KY.,” narrow heavy cotton hoist. 5 ft. x 6 ft. literature

Named in honor of the Union General Joseph Hooker (18141879), The Joe Hooker Post, 16. Grand Army of the Republic, of Dayton, Kentucky was organized in 1873. In 1898, the 32nd Encampment of G.A.R. was held in Dayton, Kentucky. A career Army officer, Hooker served throughout the Civil War and was briefly in command of the Army of the Potomac. Hooker’s defeat at the Battle of Chancellorsville, which allowed

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 159.

Confederate troops to advance north to Gettysburg, marred his

$2,500-3,500

of the assassinated Abraham Lincoln in the President’s home

legacy. He was given the honor of leading the funeral procession town of Springfield, Illinois on May 4, 1865. 

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161

A 44-Star American parade Flag commemorating Wyoming statehood

Printed cotton, the stars arranged in staggered rows of 8,7,7,7,7,8, mounted and framed. 11 1/2 in. x 17 1/2 in. (sight)

Printed on cotton, the stars arranged in rows of 8,7,7,7,7,8 arcing at both ends of canton, mounted and framed. 11 1/2 in. x 21 in. (sight)

circa 1890

$500-800

circa 1890

$500-800

162 A group of four American parade Flags late 19th/first half 20th century

All of printed silk, including one 45-Star American parade Flag and three 46-Star American parade Flags. 12 in. x 17 1/4 in. (largest) provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $400-600

163 A 44-Star American Flag commemorating Wyoming statehood, 45-Star American Flag commemorating Utah statehood and a 46-Star American Flag commemorating Oklahoma statehood circa 1890-1912

The first, machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in staggered rows of 8,7,7,7,7,8 on a wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with sewn hemp rope with loops at ends, hoist stenciled, “N.A.Y”; the second, machine-sewn, double appliquéd small cotton stars arranged in staggered horizontal rows of 8,7,8,7,8,7 on a wool bunting canvas, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets; the third, machinesewn, double appliquéd stars arranged in 8,7,8,7,8,8 pattern on a two-part canton, machine-sewn stripes, canvas hoist inscribed, “L. Bischoff,” and stenciled “8 x 12.” 8 ft. x 11 ft. 6 in., 7 ft. x 12 ft., and 8 ft. x 12 in. $1,000-2,000

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164 A 44-Star American Flag commemorating Wyoming statehood and two 45-Star American Flags commemorating Utah statehood 1891-1908

The first, machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in rows of 8,7,7,7,8,7 with unusual spacing and undulating position near hoist, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with sewn-in hemp rope with loops at ends, hoist stamped, “E.X.X.”; the second, machine-sewn, double appliquéd small cotton stars arranged in staggered rows of 8,7,8,7,8,7 on a two-part wool bunting ground, machinesewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, hoist stenciled, “4 x 6”; the third, machine-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars in staggered rows of 8,7,8,7,8,7 on a twopart wool bunting canton, machine-sewn stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets. 6 ft. 6 in. x 13 ft., 4 ft. 6 in. x 6 ft. 4 in., and 40 in. x 82 in. provenance

The second: The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai but does not bear Mastai stamp. $1,000-1,500

165 A group of four American parade Flags late 19th/first half 20th century

All of printed silk, including one 45-Star American parade Flag and three 46-Star American parade Flags. 12 in. x 17 in. (largest) provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $400-600

166 Two 45-Star American Flags commemorating Utah statehood circa 1896

The first, hand-sewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in staggered horizontal rows of 8,7,8,7,8,7 on a wool bunting canton, machinesewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist stenciled, “Double Arp...Guaranteed American,” and inscribed, “TCA Jr.,” stamped, “Mastai Collection” and “No. 33”; the second, handsewn, double appliquéd cotton stars arranged in 8,7,8,7,8,7 pattern on a wool bunting canvas, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, stenciled, “Standard” and “RNO 449.” 4 ft. 10 in. x 7 ft. 10 in. and 4 ft. 5 in. x 8 ft. 4 in. provenance

The first: The Collection of Boleslaw and MarieLouise d’Otrange Mastai. $800-1,200

167 Two 45-Star American Flags commemorating Utah statehood and a 48-Star American Flag commemorating Arizona circa 1890-1950

The first, machine-sewn, double appliquéd stars in rows of 8,7,8,7,8,7 on a cotton canton, machine-sewn cotton stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, upper grommet covered by patch; the second, machine-sewn, small cotton stars in centered rows of 8,7,8,7,8,7 on wool bunting canton, machine-sewn wool bunting stripes, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, inscribed, “Crawford”; the third, 48-Star American Flag with unusual, unofficial arrangement of printed stars in 6 staggered rows of 8, on a cotton canton, and machine-sewn cotton stripes. 67 in. x 110 in., 4 ft. x 6 ft., and 30 in. x 44 in. $800-1,200

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168 A 48-Star American Flag circa 1920

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd, large cotton stars in an unusually dense arrangement on an elongated wool canton, machine-sewn wool stripes, a “folky” interpretation, linen hoist retains cord. 29 1/2 in. x 62 in. $600-800

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170

48-Star bunting and 48-Star American parade Flags

Three American parade Flag display devices

20th century

Length of uncut 48-Star American parade Flag fabric; together with two large 48-Star American parade Flags, and four small 48-Star American parade Flags. 36 in. x 58 in. (largest) $500-800

Partial lot illustrated.

America and Japan, 20th century

The first, a turned wood tiered counter Flag holder fitted with twenty-two Flags; the second, a cast and enameled metal Flag holder for automobile hood or bicycle frame fitted with five Flags; and the third, a metal Flag holder for bicycle fitted with five Flags; the display devices with 48 and 50-Star American parade Flags. 22 1/2 in. x 13 in., 15 in. x 13 in. 15 in. x 13 in. and 14 1/2 in. x 15 in. 14 1/2 in. x 15 in. 22 1/2 in. x 13 in., provenance

The tiered counter Flag holder: Jeffrey Kenneth Kohn, MD, 2002. literature

Enameled bicycle or automobile Flag holder: Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 171. $1,500-2,500

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171 A WWI 13-Star Patriotic Banner circa 1918

Single appliquéd stars on a wool canton above 5 machine-sewn stripes, fringed, canvas hoist bears “Mastai Collection” and “No. 34.” 64 in. x 29 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $1,000-2,000

172 A WWI 5-Star Banner 1916-1918

Machine-sewn, double appliquéd stars, canvas sleeve retains rope. 58 1/2 in. x 32 1/4 in. $400-800

173 A WWI Service Flag of U.S. Navy Ensign Nathaniel Crosby Jaquith circa 1918

Machine-sewn cotton with a single machinesewn blue star, canvas hoist with two metal grommets, the hoist inscribed in ink, “Nathaniel Crosby Jaquith Service Flag.” 37 1/2 in. x 20 1/2 in. $300-500

Born in New Jersey in 1894, Jaquith is listed as an Ensign in the 1919, Navy Registry: Officers of the U.S. Navy and Marine Co. 

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Three association or community Service Flags

Three Service Flags

The first, with 6 blue stars and 48 red stars to front, and 3 blue stars and 5 red stars to back, suspended by tabs on a wooden pole; the second, with red border having 2 white stars, field with 10 black and 10 blue stars, canvas hoist inscribed, “Dahlgren, P.O.D,” stamped, “Mastai Collection,” “No. 304”; and the third, with pieced wool border enclosing field with 12 blue stars, canvas hoist. 42 in. x 25 in. and 60 in. x 36 in.

With printed and cloth manufacturer’s label, machine-sewn cotton, the first, with a single blue star; the second, with 3 blue stars and embroidered with the names, “P. Heller, E. Grein, M. Sulzbach”; the third, a miniature service flag on cane. 35 in. x 23 in., 33 1/2 in. x 22 1/2 in. and 15 1/2 in. x 9 1/4 in.

WWI or WWII

provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $500-800

WWI and WWII, two marked, “Bull Dog Bunting Co.”

$500-800

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177

A WWII “Welcome” Banner

A WWII 48-Star American Flag

Printed on cotton ground, seven panels linked by cotton tape spelling “WELCOME.” 18 in. x 141 in.

The rolled machine-sewn cotton flag, with canvas hoist fitted on grommets, hand-inscribed, “Toulon Aug. 1944,” retains original string binding. 3 1/2 in. x 8 in.

circa 1945

literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 72 & 73. $800-1,200

1944

literature

Kevin Keim and Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 175. $2,000-3,000

Banners like this were used at USO

American Flags were sent to France to

events, bond rallies and recruitment

celebrate the nation’s liberation from

drives. 

Nazi occupation. Rolled and bound with string, this Flag has never been untied. 

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178 A group of WWII Military items circa 1944

Including printed silk “Downed Pilot” identification 48-Star American Flag; a framed printed muslin “Welcome Home” banner; a khaki ditty bag with 48-Star rayon Flag stitched to front; a printed paper “Welcome Home” banner; and a printed paper Airborne Paratrooper D-Day Invasion Arm Band with safety pins. 34 in. x 15 in. (largest) $800-1,200

179 A WWII “Welcome Home” Banner circa 1945

Heavy cotton paint-printed with stylized eagle with outstretched wings above crossed American Flags enclosed by “WELCOME HOME,” with a canvas hoist having two brass grommets. 32 in. x 24 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 174. $800-1,200

180 Collection of “Washington Bicentennial 1732-1932” parade Flags circa 1930

Comprising twelve printed with gold, white, and blue stripes, and sixteen printed with red, white and blue stripes all centering a portrait of George Washington. 4 in. x 5 7/8 in. (Flag) $300-500

181 Two wands fitted with American parade Flags

late 19th century and first quarter 20th century The first, fitted with a printed silk 45-Star Flag commemorating Utah statehood, on a wood pole; the second, fitted with a printed silk 48-Star Flag, the wand bearing printed label, “Presented to The Gold Star Mothers by The City of New York.” L: 15 in. and 8 1/4 in. $300-500

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182 This Flag has been associated with the American Gold Star Mothers, an organization founded in 1928 for mothers who lost servicemen in WWI. The name of the organization is derived from the practice of hanging a banner in the window with a star for each family member in the service. Service Flags have a blue star for each living family member in service, and a gold star for each family member in service who has lost their life. 

A 48-Star American Flag circa 1943

Stars printed on cotton canton, machine-sewn cotton stripes in gold, muslin and red, canvas hoist with two brass grommets, stenciled, “3’x 5’.” 36 in. x 56 1/2 in. literature

Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007), 174. $2,000-3,000

183 A personal 2-Star Flag of Major General James Gavin (1907-1990) mid-20th century

Machine-sewn cotton stars on two-part wool bunting field, fringed ends, canvas hoist fitted with three brass grommets, maker label, “Sterling,” and stamped, “Mastai Collection,” typed note with provenance attached to hoist. 28 in. x 21 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $800-1,200

Commanding the 82nd Airborne Division during WWII, the legendary Maj. General James Gavin was the only American General to make four combat jumps with paratroopers under his command. Nicknamed “Jumping Joe” and “The Jumping General,” Gavin took part in D-Day and the Battle of the Bulge and was awarded two Distinguished Service Crosses for his service. After graduation from West Point, Gavin spent three years at Camp Harry J. Jones in Arizona where the 25th Infantry Regiment— an African-American regiment—was housed. The experiences prompted Gavin to work against segregation in the U.S. Army. During WWII, Gavin incorporated the all-black 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion into the 82nd Airborne Division. Upon retiring from the U.S. Army, Gavin joined the consulting firm of Arthur D. Little and later served as Ambassador to France under President John F. Kennedy. The heroic efforts of General Gavin have been portrayed in two movies, The Longest Day and A Bridge Too Far. 

184 A ceremonial 49-Star American Flag commemorating Alaska statehood circa 1959

Embroidered stars on rayon canton, rayon stripes, sleeve hoist, machine-sewn throughout, gold fringe. 39 in. x 46 in. $300-500

Alaska was admitted as the 49th state, January 3, 1959 under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. 

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185 Three 49-Star American parade Flags commemorating Alaska statehood circa 1959

Printed cotton. 12 in. x 18 in. $200-250

186 A group of 49-Star American parade Flags commemorating Alaska statehood Japan, circa 1959

Printed on silk with hand-molded gilt finials. (112 approx). 7 3/4 in. x 9 1/2 in. $600-800

187 A 50-Star American Flag flown on September 11, 2001 circa 2000

With “Polydura” stamp, machine-sewn throughout, canvas hoist retains nylon rope with metal-reinforced ends. 18 ft. 6 in. x 29 ft. 2 in. provenance

This flag was flown in Indianapolis, Indiana on 9/11 and was purchased as part of a fundraiser for 9/11 victims’ families. $800-1,200

188 Patriotic Bunting and a Patriotic Banner early to mid-20th century

Including seven lengths, variously printed with stripes and stars in red, white and blue on cotton; the banner with printed stars on pieced and machine-sewn cotton ground, canvas hoist with grommets. Bunting: 22 in. x 480 in. (largest); Banner: 67 3/4 in. x 44 1/2 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. $1,000-2,000

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189 A pieced and embroidered “American History” quilt top first quarter of the 20th century

24 cotton squares embroidered with American historical figures, buildings, events and the “First Flag” in red cotton threads within a red, white and blue stripe and star grid, bearing “Mastai Collection” stamp, “No. 700.” 67 in. x 99 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 178. $500-800

190 An embroidered and painted wool autograph quilt probably Reading, PA, circa 1915

Variously colored wool squares embroidered with names and floral sprigs in cotton threads enclosing a larger square painted with a 48-Star American Flag and embroidered, “Friendship Chamber No. 28. O.K.F.” 68 in. x 68 in. provenance

The Collection of Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai. literature

Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973), 179. $500-800

Friendship Chamber, No. 28, Knights of Friendship was founded in Reading, PA in 1889. The organization held its meetings at 508 Court Street. 

191 Two early American Flag reference books 1853 and 1872

Including Schuyler Hamilton, The History Of The National Flag of the United States of America (1853) and George Henry Preble, U.S.N., Our Flag Origin and Progress of the Flag of the United States of America (1872). $800-1,200

Title pages illustrated.

192 Collection of thirty-three Flag reference books and pamphlets 19th and 20th century

Including: Kevin Keim & Peter Keim, A Grand Old Flag: A History of the United States Through its Flags (2007). John B. Harker, Betsy Ross’s Five Pointed Star-Elizabeth Claypoole, Quaker Flag Maker-A Historical Perspective (2004), signed by author. Nancy Druckman & Jeffrey Kenneth Kohn, American Flags: Designs for A Young Nation (2003), inscribed and signed by author. Edward W. Richardson, Standards and Colors of the American Revolution (1982). Whitney Smith, The Flag Book of the United States (1975). Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stars and the Stripes: The American Flag as Art and as History from the Birth of the Republic to the Present (1973). Boleslaw and Marie-Louise d’Otrange Mastai, The Stripes and Stars The Evolution of the American Flag (1973), exhibition catalogue, Amon Carter Museum, Fort Worth, Texas, signed by authors. Grace Robert Cooper, Thirteen - Star Flags: Keys to Identification (1973). David D. Crouthers, Portfolio of American History Flags (1962). Milo M. Quaife, Melvin J. Weig and Roy E. Appleman,The History of the United States Flag (1961). Frank Earle Schermerhorn, American and French Flags of the Revolution 17751783 (1948). Milo Milton Quaife, The Flag of the United States (1942), 1st edition, signed by author. Myrtle Garrison, Stars and Stripes (1941). Leslie Thomas, Long May It Wave-The Story of the Flag (1941). James A. Moss, The Spirit Of The American Flag (1933), inscribed and signed by author.

James A. Moss, The Flag of the United States Its History and Symbolism (1930). Howard M. Chapin, The New England Flag (1930). John Spargo, The Stars and Stripes in 1777: An Account of the Birth of the Flag and Its First Baptism of Victorious Fire (1928). Flags of America From the Time of Columbus to the Present Day - SesquiCentennial Edition (1926). Harrison Summers Kerrick,The Flag of The United States Your Flag and Mine (1925), signed and inscribed by the author, with tipped in photograph of the author in uniform. George Henry Preble, Rear Admiral U.S.N, Origins and History of the American Flag (1917), Vols. I & II. The editors, “World History Our Flag Number,” The National Geographic Magazine (October 1917), Vol. 32. Mary Rymond Shipman Andrews, Old Glory (1916). Robert Haven Schauffler, editor, Flag Day Its History, Origin, and Celebration as Related in Song and Story (1915). Charles W. Stewart, The Stars and Stripes from Washington to Wilson 17771814 (1914). S. J. Woelfly, Under The Flag History of the Stars and Stripes (1914). Harlan Hoyt Horner, The American Flag (1910). Lloyd Balderston, Ph.D, The Evolution of the American Flag (1909). Rev. George W. Gue, Our Country’s Flag (1890). George Henry Preble, U.S.N., Our Flag Origin and Progress of the flag of the United States of America (1872). The Old Flag “It Still Waves,” (1866). Bureau of Miltiary Record, Presentation of Flags of New York Volunteer Regiments and other Organizations To The Governor, July 4, 1865 (1865). $2,000-3,000

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8 Upon the fall of the hammer, title to any offered lot or article will immediately pass to the highest bidder as determined in the exclusive discretion of the auctioneer, subject to compliance by the buyer with these Conditions of Sale. Buyer thereupon assumes full risk and responsibility of the property sold, agrees to sign any requested confirmation of purchase, and agrees to pay the full price, plus Buyer’s Premium, therefore or such part, upon such terms as Freeman’s may require. 9 No lot may be removed from Freeman’s premises until the buyer has paid in full the purchase price therefor including Buyer’s Premium or has satisfied such terms that Freeman’s, in its sole discretion, shall require. Subject to the foregoing, all Property shall be paid for and removed by the buyer at his/ her expense within ten (10) days of sale and, if not so removed, may be sold by Freeman’s, or sent by Freeman’s to a public warehouse, at the sole risk and charge of the buyer(s), and Freeman’s may prohibit the buyer from participating, directly or indirectly, as a bidder or buyer in any future sale or sales. In addition to other remedies available to Freeman’s by law, Freeman’s reserves the right to impose a late charge of 1.5% per month of the total purchase price on any balance remaining ten (10) days after the day of sale. If Property is not removed by the buyer within ten (10) days, a handling charge of 1% of the total purchase price per month from the tenth day after the sale until removal by the buyer shall be payable to Freeman’s by the buyer; Freeman’s shall charge 1.5% of the total purchase price per month for any property not so removed within 60 days after the sale. Freeman’s will not be responsible for any loss, damage, theft, or otherwise responsible for any goods left in Freeman’s possession after ten (10) days. If the foregoing conditions or any applicable provisions of law are not complied with, in addition to other remedies available to Freeman’s and the Consignor (including without limitation the right to hold the buyer(s) liable for the bid price) Freeman’s, at its option, may either cancel the sale, retaining as liquidated damages all payments made by the buyer(s), or resell the property. In such event, the buyer(s) shall remain liable for any deficiency

in the original purchase price and will also be responsible for all costs, including warehousing, the expense of the ultimate sale, and Freeman’s commission at its regular rates together with all related and incidental charges, including legal fees. Payment is a precondition to removal. Payment shall be by cash, certified check or similar bank draft, or any other method approved by Freeman’s. Checks will not be deemed to constitute payment until cleared. Any exceptions must be made upon Freeman’s written approval of credit prior to sale. In addition, a defaulting buyer will be deemed to have granted and assigned to Freeman’s, a continuing security interest of first priority in any property or money of, or owing to such buyer in Freeman’s possession, and Freeman’s may retain and apply such property or money as collateral security for the obligations due to Freeman’s. Freeman’s shall have all of the rights accorded a secured party under the Pennsylvania Uniform Commercial Code. 10 Unless the sale is advertised and announced as “without reserve”, each lot is offered subject to a reserve and Freeman’s may implement such reserves by bidding through its representatives on behalf of the Consignors. In certain instances, the Consignor may pay less than the standard commission rate where Freeman’s or its representative is a successful bidder on behalf of the Consignor. Where the Consignor is indebted to Freeman’s, Freeman’s may have an interest in the offered lots and the proceeds therefrom, other than the broker’s Commissions, and all sales are subject to any such interest. 11 No “buy” bids shall be accepted at any time for any purpose. 12 Any pre-sale bids must be submitted in writing to Freeman’s prior to commencement of the offer of the first lot of any sale. Freeman’s copy of any such bid shall conclusively be deemed to be the sole evidence of same, and while Freeman’s accepts these bids for the convenience of bidders not present at the auction, Freeman’s shall not be responsible for the failure to execute, or, to execute properly, any pre-sale bid.

13 A Buyer’s Premium will be added to the successful bid price and is payable by the buyer as part of the total purchase price. The Buyer’s Premium shall be: 25% on the first $200,000 of the hammer price of each lot, 20% on the portion from $200,001 through $3,000,000, and 12% thereafter. 14 Unless exempted by law from the payment thereof, the buyer will be required to pay any and all federal excise tax and any state and/or local sales taxes, including where deliveries are to be made outside the state where a sale is conducted, which may be subject to a corresponding or compensating tax in another state. 15 Freeman’s may, as a service to buyer, arrange to have purchased property posted and shipped at the buyer’s expense. Freeman’s is not responsible for any acts or omissions in packing or shipping of purchased lots whether or not such carrier is recommended by Freeman’s. Packing and handling of purchased lots is at the responsibility of the buyer and is at the entire risk of the buyer. 16 In no event shall any liability of Freeman’s to the buyer exceed the purchase price actually paid. 17 No claimed modification or amendment of this Agreement on the part of any party shall be deemed extant, enforceable or provable unless it is in writing that has been signed by the parties to this Agreement. No course of dealing and no delay or omission on the part of Freeman’s in exercising any right under this Agreement shall operate as a waiver of such right or any other right and waiver on any one or more occasions shall not be construed as a bar to or waiver of any right or remedy of Freeman’s on any future occasion. 18 These Conditions of Sale and the buyer’s, the Consignor’s and Freeman’s rights under these Conditions of Sale shall be governed by, construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Consignor and Buyer agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

PURCHASE REMOVAL, SHIPPING A&G R A N D OFF-SITE STORAGE INFORMATION To ensure the safety of your property Freeman’s requests removal within 10 business days of the sale date. Collection hours are Monday–Friday, 9:30am–4:30pm. For larger items, please email e an a ona at mla ona@freemansauction.com to schedule a loading dock appointment. For purchase release to persons not listed on your contract or invoice, 3rd party authorization is required. Please mail or fax, 215.599.2240, a signed letter stating receipt/item(s) or sale/lot(s) and name of third party collecting property. Freeman’s does not handle packing or shipping. The shippers listed have worked with Freeman’s clients in the past and will be happy to provide you with quotes for the packing and shipping of your property. Annie Hauls i hael o ley 853 am er ville, .5 .5133 annie@anniehauls.com *East Coast deliveries only

Mr. C’s Charles Cohen 1615 North 10th Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 267.977.9567 mrcees61@gmail.com

Art In Transit Nick Clarke 5 oral ree Philadelphia, PA 191 5 540.550.7080 nclarke@artintransit.net

Malca Amit ‡ Christine Duke 153-66 Rockaway Blvd New York, NY 11434 718.525.6100 | Fax: 718.425.3703 maa.nyc@malca-amit.com

Atelier Art Services ‡ a ie am ell 1330 North 30th Street Philadelphia, PA 19144 215.8 .35 | Fax: 215.235.0421 estimates@atelierfas.com

A. Mastrocco Jr. Moving & Storage Roseanne Gebler 1060 Louis Drive Warminster, PA 18991 215.491.0346 | Fax: 215.444.9327 mastroccomovers@snip.net

Aiston Fine Art Service ‡ Mark Aiston P.O. Box 3434 Grand Central Station New York, NY 10163 212.715.0629 | Fax: 718.361.8569 info@aistonart.com

The Packaging Store ‡ Alex Long 1513 Gehman Road Harleysville, PA 19438 215.361.6940 | Fax: 215.361.6941 hello@packandshipnow.com

Cadogan Tate Fine Art ‡ Stacey Ferguson Cadogan House 41-20 39th Street Sunnyside, NY 11104 718.706.7999 | Fax: 718.707.2847 s.ferguson@cadogantate.com Crozier Fine Arts ‡ Catherine Erickson New York, NY 10011 212.741.2024 / Fax: 212.741.5513 shipping@crozierarts.com

U.S. Art ‡ Jessica Pierce 37-11 48th Avenue Long Island City, NY 11101 800.472.5784 | Fax:718.472.5785 jpierce@usart.com FURNITURE & LARGE ITEMS For larger pieces where delivery time is not the primary concern, we suggest getting your items freighted: www.plyconvanlines.com www.freightquote.com

‡ Shippers that can fulfill international deliveries

O LIMPORTANT D F L A G The Stars &INFORMATION Stripes Collection of Dr.FOR Peter J.BUYERS Keim Registration All potential buyers must register for the sale prior to placing a bid. Registration information may be submitted in person at our reception desk, by fax or through our website at www.freemansauction.com. We will require proof of identification and residence and may require a credit card and/or a bank reference. By registering for the sale, the buyer acknowledges that he or she has read, understood and accepted Freeman’s Terms and Conditions of Sale. Buyer’s Premium A Buyer’s Premium will be added to the successful bid price and is payable by the buyer as part of the total purchase price. The Buyer’s Premium shall be: 25% on the first $200,000 of the hammer price of each lot, 20% on the portion from $200,001 through $3,000,000, and 12% thereafter. Sales Tax All items in the catalogue are subject to the 8% Pennsylvania and Philadelphia sales tax. Dealers purchasing for resale must register their tax numbers on current PA forms. Forms should be submitted to our Client Services office on the second floor. Catalogue Descriptions All item descriptions, dimensions and estimates are provided for guidance only. It is the buyer’s responsibility to inspect all lots prior to bidding to ensure that the condition is to their satisfaction. If potential buyers are unable to inspect lots in person, our specialists will be happy to prepare detailed Condition Reports on individual lots as quickly as possible. These are for guidance only, and all lots will be sold “as is” as per our Terms and Conditions of Sale. Bidding At the sale Registered bidders will be assigned a bidder number and given a paddle for use at the sale. Once the first bid has been placed, the auctioneer asks for higher bids in increments determined by the auctioneer. To place your bid, simply raise your paddle until the auctioneer acknowledges you. The auctioneer will not mistake a random gesture for a bid. By phone A limited number of telephone lines are available for bidding by phone through a Freeman’s representative. Phone lines must be reserved in advance. Requests must be submitted no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled start of the sale. In writing Bid forms are available in the sale room and at the back of the catalogue. These should be submitted in person, by mail or by fax no later than one hour prior to the scheduled start of the sale. The auctioneer will bid on your behalf up to the limit. On the internet A fully-illustrated catalogue is available on-line at www.freemansauction.com. Registered bidders may leave absentee bids through the website and will receive email confirmation of their bid. Freeman’s is not responsible for errors or failure to execute bids. Payment Payment is due within ten (10) working days of the sale. Lots purchased will not be released until we have received full payment. Payment may be made in cash, by check, money order, or debit card. Payments by check must clear the bank before goods will be released. Removal of Purchases Deliveries will not be made during the time of the sale unless otherwise indicated by the auctioneer. All items must be paid for and removed within ten (10) working days of the sale. Purchases not so removed may be turned over to a licensed warehouse at the expense and risk of the purchaser. Shipping and Packing Responsibility for packing, shipping and insurance shall be exclusively that of the purchaser. Upon request, Freeman’s will provide the purchaser with names of professional packers and shippers known to us. Endangered Species Lots marked * are manufactured in whole or in part of restricted materials that may include tortoiseshell, ivory, mother-of-pearl, coral, rhinoceros horn, whalebone or marine ivory. Such materials may require specific licenses, certificates, or CITES documentation for import, export, moving between states in the U.S., or resale. Obtaining these documents may require scientific, laboratory or other expert analysis, in order to establish which species or genus the material came from. Freeman’s is unable to provide this information, and the obligation is on the purchaser of a lot containing any of these materials to ensure that they are able to obtain all the necessary or required documents should they need to, prior to bidding on the lot. If proper documentation or licenses etc. cannot be obtained for a purchased lot, the purchaser will still be required to make an on time payment for the lot as per our standard terms and conditions. Freeman’s cataloguing of the lots marked with this symbol * represents the best of our opinion, and the absence of this symbol from any lot description does not form a warranty that the lot will be free from any licensing or certification restrictions.

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