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Fine Art Print : EVRV2A-00194
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EVRV2A-00194
Evolution of the United States flag from red British ensign (left) to the striped Grand Union flag (right), to the thirteen-star flag (center).
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
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Media ID 5876629
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1700s 1770s 18th Century American Revolution Colonial Flag Independence Revolutionary War Us Flag 13 Star Flag British Flag Grand Union
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's exquisite Fine Art Print of EVRV2A-00194 from North Wind Picture Archives. This captivating print showcases the rich history of the United States flag, from the red British ensign on the left, to the striped Grand Union flag in the center, and the thirteen-star flag on the right. Each detail is meticulously hand-colored in a 19th-century woodcut illustration, bringing history to life in your home or office. Add this stunning piece to your collection and relive the stories of our nation's past.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 29.1cm (21" x 11.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled EVRV2A-00194, offers a glimpse into the remarkable evolution of the United States flag throughout history. Hand-colored and based on a 19th-century illustration, this vintage piece takes us back to the 18th century when America was still under British rule. The image showcases three distinct flags side by side. On the left stands the red British ensign, symbolizing colonial America's ties with its motherland. In the center proudly waves the thirteen-star flag, representing independence and freedom from British oppression during the Revolutionary War in the late 1700s. This iconic flag holds immense historical significance as it marks America's first steps towards nationhood. On the right flies an intriguing striped Grand Union flag, which served as an intermediate design between Britain's ensign and America's own unique emblem. With its combination of stripes and Union Jack in one corner, this transitional banner reflects both American aspirations for independence and lingering connections to their European roots. Through this thought-provoking artwork, we are transported back to a pivotal era in North American history – witnessing how a fledgling nation emerged from colonialism to forge its own identity. It serves as a powerful reminder of our shared heritage and reminds us that every stripe on today's stars-and-stripes represents hard-fought battles for liberty and unity
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