Collection Highlights
Diana of the Tower
1899
1977.3
Bronze
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
battle flag
Title
battle flag
Object name
Flag
Date
1800-1850
Medium
Satin, paper
Dimensions
Overall: 25 x 14 1/2 in. ( 63.5 x 36.8 cm )
Description
Satin hand-sewn U.S. flag with black paper stars glued to the canton (appears that they were once in two circles).
Object Number
INV.8018
Gallery Label
It is believed that this flag was carried during the War of 1812.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
