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39-Star American Flag Printed on Cotton with Whimsical Star Pattern, 1889
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Description
This is a 39-star unofficial American flag, handmade and printed on cotton. The flag dates to 1889 and has a unique history, thanks to its rare star-count.
The flag’s canton is printed in a deep royal blue, with 39 five-pointed white stars. The stars are arranged in six rows, with a 7/6/7/6/7/6 star configuration. The stars are "whimsically" dyed to the flag's canton, leading us to believe this is a homemade flag. Thirteen red and white alternating stripes, which represent the 13 original colonies, complete the flag’s design.
The 39-star flag was never an official flag of America. The makers of 39-star flags gambled on the possibility of the Dakota Territory entering the Union without companions in 1877, and lost. Congress divided the Territory and admitted the North and South Dakota, Montana, Washington, and Idaho all together in 1889. As a result, this specific patriotic piece of American folk art is extremely unique.
CONDITION:
Flag is in good condition and flag is structurally stable. Several creases and light folds remain, mostly in centerfold, as expected with age and past use. Flag’s hoist is intact. Last two stripes are missing some fabric on fly end. Color is original and beautifully vibrant, especially in the blue canton.
The flag has been archivally presented, mounted floating and framed in a custom-built wooden frame.
Framed Size: 32" H x 40 ½” W x 1 ¾” D
Accompanied by our company's letter of authenticity. -
More Information
Origin: United States Period: 19th Century Condition: Good. Several creases and light folds remain, mostly in centerfold, as expected with age and past use. Last two stripes are missing some fabric on fly end. Creation Date: 1889 Styles / Movements: Americana, Traditional Patterns: Stripes & Solid Dealer Reference #: F225 Incollect Reference #: 732829 -
Dimensions
W. 40.5 in; H. 32 in; D. 1.75 in; W. 102.87 cm; H. 81.28 cm; D. 4.45 cm;
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