FINE EARLY HOMEMADE CIVIL WAR 34 STAR FLAG.

This flag was made with a spattered array of stars, measuring between 5″ and 4″ being “cut through”. Stars are sewn on one side of canton and the blue material is cut out in shape of a star and tucked under and sewn showing smaller stars on opposite side. It took a very skilled seamstress to preserve cloth and weight to make a flag like this. The blue canton appears to be lightweight, single-ply cotton warp with wool weave. Red and white, either cotton or linen, stripes being totally hand sewn with a large 2-1/2″ sleeve for cord. This flag with central largest star probably commemorated the entry of Kansas as the 34th state on January 29, 1861 though the star did not become official until July 4th. There are many noted early homespun examples such as this. This flag presents beautifully, measuring about 5-1/2′ on hoist and 7-1/2′ on fly. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Several small tears and holes, and a few contemporary repairs. Minor staining and soiling, some fraying, especially on corners. This is a truly beautiful and appealing example of an early Civil War 34 star flag that would display regally. 49055-107 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2174

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - August 2015

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2174	$8,295.00	FINE EARLY HOMEMADE CIVIL WAR 34 STAR FLAG. This flag was made with a spattered array of stars, measuring between 5″ and 4″ being “cut through”. Stars are sewn on one side of canton and the blue material is cut out in shape of a star and tucked under and sewn showing smaller stars on opposite side. It took a very skilled seamstress to preserve cloth and weight to make a flag like this. The blue canton appears to be lightweight, single-ply cotton warp with wool weave. Red and white, either cotton or linen, stripes being totally hand sewn with a large 2-1/2″ sleeve for cord. This flag with central largest star probably commemorated the entry of Kansas as the 34th state on January 29, 1861 though the star did not become official until July 4th. There are many noted early homespun examples such as this. This flag presents beautifully, measuring about 5-1/2′ on hoist and 7-1/2′ on fly. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Several small tears and holes, and a few contemporary repairs. Minor staining and soiling, some fraying, especially on corners. This is a truly beautiful and appealing example of an early Civil War 34 star flag that would display regally. 49055-107 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2174 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - August 2015 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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FINE EARLY HOMEMADE CIVIL WAR 34 STAR FLAG.