[AMERICANA]. Double-sided painting on canvas depicting the seal of the State of Massachusetts. Ca last quarter 19th century. 

56 x 66 in. cotton canvas banner with the seal of the State of Massachusetts painted on each side (toning and occasional spotting to canvas, folds). The banner includes a cotton hoist with 4 metal grommets, indicating that it was likely made to be flown on a pole for a political rally or celebration. The style and quality of the painting suggests that this may have been done by someone who had experience in painting theatrical sets.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Property from the Collection of Jonathan Holstein, San Francisco, California