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13 Star Confederate Battle Flag of Northern Virginia
Sells for a record $120,000.00
Description: This is undoubtedly among the most beautiful and esthetically pleasing of all Confederate battle flags extant. This classic square Western Theater infantry battle flag was originally found in an East Texas estate. This flag closely follows the pattern of ANV (Army of Northern Virginia) battle flags and is totally handspun. Not including fringe, flag measures 44" on hoist by 45" on fly with fringe measuring in additional 8". Double applique stars are 5" and are cotton. The wool bunting and the sewing techniques in panels are much like Richmond Depot ANVs. One great feature of the flag is the original and unusual fringe that trims three sides. This identical fringe is found on at least two identified Confederate officers sashes. This flag has been archivally and professionally and tastefully mounted in a dramatic presentation. The flag is complete with its original sewn in rope hoist around heavy canvas. Rare is the opportunity to buy an original Confederate St. Andrews Cross battle flag particularly of this caliber. This flag was studied by the late vexicologist Howard Madaus and his notes are included in a comprehensive report by flag historian Greg Biggs which accompanies this flag. Reference Battle Flags of the Army of Tennessee by M. H. Madaus. CONDITION: Flag retains all of the original silk braided fringe. Interesting there are four contemporary sewn repairs to holes in field and threads unraveled from the silk fringe were used for these wartime repairs. The red field of the flag shows scattered holes and damage, some of which are moth holes, some are consistant with battle. The blue St. Andrewís cross also shows some moth damage and deterioration but is generally good. There is the normal staining and soiling associated with battlefield used flags. The flag has been professionally mounted in an archival type framing measuring 63" x 61".
Source: James Julia Auction