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Eagle Plaque, c. 1915

Creator: Freemasons / Masonic & Lodge Styles
Offered by: Allan Katz Americana

Description
Anonymous maker. This eagle plaque is an expression of patriotism and freemasonry. The maker was most likely a Mason who may very well have made this piece for his lodge (note masonic symbol on banner). Freemasonry is a fraternal organization that began in the sixteenth or seventeenth century and currently exists worldwide, with membership estimated to be around six million with just under two million members in the United States.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States, Massachusetts
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Carved wood with original paint decoration.
Condition:	Excellent. One stress crack in banner.
Creation Date:	Circa 1915
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Americana, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	95538

Dimensions

W.	48 in;	H.	12 in;
W.	121.92 cm;	H.	30.48 cm;

Message from Seller:

A passionate collector and a successful and respected dealer in early American advertising since 1973, Allan expanded this passion to include collecting period American folk art and Americana. He subsequently became a dealer in this material in 1985. Allan has earned a reputation, in both the dealer and collector communities, as being an authority in this subject matter, for having extensive knowledge, a keen eye for the material and a love for this exciting American art form.