- 4394
Pennsylvania Militia Battle Flag of the Bethlehem Artillery, likely Northampton County, Pennsylvania, 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Bethlehem Artillary
- Oil on linen or cotton
- 42 by 52 in.
oil on silk;
a shield-breasted eagle atop a canon, grasping arrows, and beside the US and the Pennsylvania flags.
a shield-breasted eagle atop a canon, grasping arrows, and beside the US and the Pennsylvania flags.
Condition
Constructed in 3 pieces, toning, marginal damage (the worst along the right margin). There are fold lines that have resulted in minor paint losses. Antique gilt frame: 49 1/2 by 60 inches. Not removed from the frame for examination.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Prior to the Civil War, the town of Bethlehem in Northampton County maintained several companies of militia, including a regiment dubbed the Washington Grays, as well as a cavalry and artillery, variously referred to as the Bethlehem Artillery or the Bethlehem Artillerists, under the command of Dr. William Wilson.