2009-04
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/31/2009
This embroidered work 25-1/2" x 27" with a lace border. In the center is an American eagle, its wings outstretched, surrounded by the flags of six allied nations (including France, Great Britain, and the United States) as well as shields representing six additional nations. Embroidered along the bottom of the icon are the words, "1914 Souvenir of the Great War 1919." (Although a ceasefire came into effect on November 11, 1918, a formal state of war existed until the signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919.) Well presented, rarely seen in such a large format, housed within a 30" x 31-3/8" frame.
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