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Hand Painted Circus Banner of Armless Wonder
By Snap Wyatt
Located in New York, NY
American painted vertical double circus side show banner of Armless Wonder and Jose de Lyon (signed
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Early 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Early Sunshine Studios American Side Show Electric Chair Banner
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Early example of American sideshow banner art. Painted at the Sunshine Studio in Witchita, Kansas
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Carnival Art

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Canvas

Fred Johnson-O Henry Tent and Awning, Chicago Side Show Circus Banner "Sealo"
By O. Henry Tent and Awning Co.
Located in New York, NY
American painted side show circus banner of a man in the form of a seal titled "Sealo" (signed
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Paintings

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Fabric

Pairs 19th Century Venetian Hall Chairs by Atelier Cadorin, Walnut , Hand Carved
By Vincenzo Cadorin
Located in Vigonza, Padua
, but also the lively intellectual context of the city. The show stems from the need to protect an
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Side Chairs

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Walnut

Hand-Painted Patriotic Banner With The Seal of the State of Illinois
Located in York County, PA
HAND-PAINTED PATRIOTIC BANNER WITH THE SEAL OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS AND GREAT FOLK QUALITIES
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Antique 1860s North American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Canvas

Folk Art Americana Hand-Painted Circus Banner of a Seal Man by Fred Johnson
Located in New York, NY
20th Century American painted side show circus banner of a man in the form of a seal titled "Sealo
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Paintings

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Canvas

British Sailor's Woolwork or Woolie of the Named Barque "Polly"
Located in Downingtown, PA
sailor's woolie or woolwork of a port side view of a ship named "Polly" under full sail. The ship is
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Antique Late 19th Century English Folk Art Decorative Art

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Wool

Polychrome Majolica Moorish Italian Ceramic Bust Planter or Vase of a King Italy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
tie. On the side at the bottom, the word “Invierno” is created with clay in black, on a blue banner
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20th Century Italian Moorish Planters and Jardinieres

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Ceramic, Paint

Antique American Flag w/ 13 Stars in the Betsy Ross Design & 45 Stars on Reverse
Located in York County, PA
of 45 stars is original to the flag and this count was intended to be viewed on both sides. The
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Antique 1890s American Other Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Wool, Cotton

Patriotic Eagle Bronze Sculpture After Jules Moigniez
By Jules Moigniez
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
. The dignified eagle has its wings tucked and his head turned to the side, showcasing exquisite
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Civil War Apron, Made In Cambridge, OH by Laura, Hynes, ca 1861
Located in York County, PA
the WRC, which was extensive and national. A local newspaper article, in 1893, shows that Lauraalso
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Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

Peter Max 12-Foot-Wide Serigraph for 1970 de Young Museum Solo Exhibition ‘A’
By Peter Max
Located in San Francisco, CA
black line work throughout, with half-tone cloud-like forms on either side of Max’s copyrighted logotype
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Paint, Paper

Peter Max 12-Foot-Wide Serigraph for 1970 de Young Museum Solo Exhibition ‘B’
By Peter Max
Located in San Francisco, CA
black line work throughout, with half-tone cloud-like forms on either side of Max’s copyrighted logotype
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Paint, Paper

Art Nouveau Southern French Fayance art pottery FLOOR VASE rare colours&pattern
Located in Kumhausen, DE
banner, flaming bright, Damask, or striped, or crimson, pink, or white, Until they bowed before a newborn
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Pottery

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Carnival Midway Sideshow Banner
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Original hand-painted canvas sideshow banner for carnival midway sideshow entrance. Not signed but most likely out of Chicago Tent and Awning's banner shop. Original wood strip attac...
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Vintage 1950s American Folk Art Carnival Art

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Canvas

Carnival Midway Sideshow Banner
Carnival Midway Sideshow Banner
H 126 in W 12 in D 0.13 in
Wood Carved Store Display Trade Sign Artist Paint Brushes Original Paint
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Fantastic hand carved giant wood artist paintbrushes. All original multi colored paint surface. Completely wood carved. Perhaps part of a retail window display or a trade sign. Great...
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Signs

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Wood

Cupboard Space Age, 1970
By Joe Colombo, Verner Panton
Located in Perpignan, FR
Rare Italian fiberglass cupboard 1970 - Cylindrical - space age movment. In original conditions.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Cupboards

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Fiberglass

Cupboard Space Age, 1970
Cupboard Space Age, 1970
H 78.75 in Dm 39.38 in
Soldier Carnival Shooting Gallery Targets
By King
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Early examples of 'King' soldier shooting gallery targets. Rare shape and extremely thick. King manufactured shooting galleries and targets throughout the first half of the 20th cent...
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Early 20th Century American Carnival Art

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Iron

Think Big Giant Matches and Matchbox
By Think Big
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic set of oversized matches and matchbox, made by Think Big NYC in 1984. Set contains all 8 original matches. Box slides open as a normal matchbox would. Matches are removable...
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Vintage 1980s American Signs

Materials

Plastic, Paper, Felt, Wood, Paint

Think Big Giant Matches and Matchbox
Think Big Giant Matches and Matchbox
H 13.5 in W 20.25 in D 2.75 in
Antique Oak Chair, Gothic Heavily Carved Hall & Desk Chair, Scotland 1880, H1063
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Oak Chair, Gothic Heavily Carved Barley Twist Oak Hall Chair, Desk Chair, Antique Furniture, Scotland 1880, H1063 + Scotland 1880 + Solid Oak + Original Finish + Havi...
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Antique 1880s Scottish Gothic Chairs

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Oak

PAIR SET Antique French Hall Bench Gothic Revival Throne Altar Chairs Carved Oak
Located in Shreveport, LA
PAIR SET Antique French Hall Bench Gothic Revival Throne Altar Chairs Carved Oak. Direct from France, a stunning MATCHED PAIR of majestic antique French benches/throne chairs! Elabo...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Benches

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Oak

2 Antique Renaissance Gothic Revival Carved Mahogany Throne Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
A pair of impressive Gothic / Renaissance revival occasional armchairs featuring ornate high relief pierced design with turned legs and posts over casters. The Gothic Revival styl...
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Antique Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Armchairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Raimundo de Madrazo Y Garreta Palatial Oil on Canvas
By Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Raimundo De Madrazo Y Garreta (Spanish School, 1841-1920) an exceptional and palatial oil on canvas "Portrait of Isabelle McCreery” depicting an elegant woman gracefully exiting a li...
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Antique 1880s Spanish Rococo Paintings

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Canvas, Giltwood

19th Century Carnival Folk Art Carved Wooden Head with Zinc Hat
Located in Haarlem, NL
This head is from a fair or carnival game. Not sure what the game was, perhaps the head has been used to toss rings over, or maybe you were supposed to throw something in his mouth....
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Carnival Art

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Zinc

Early 20th century set of four Fairground knock down figures.
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century set of four Fairground knock down figures. The best examples of fairground are we have uncovered. An amazing set of 4 early 20th century hand crafted lead weighte...
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Vintage 1920s French Late Victorian Carnival Art

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Metal

Wood Carved Red and White American Folk Art Barber Pole Trade Sign Sconce, C1920
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Great Americana! c. 1920s American Folk Art wood and iron carved barber pole. Layers of thick original red and white hand painted surface. Substantial iron mounts and iron strapping ...
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Vintage 1920s North American Folk Art Signs

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Iron

Early 20th Century Carnival Carousel Funhouse Architectural Columns
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Fun antique architectural elements from carnival carousel or funhouse ride. Layers of beautiful original park paint. Great scale for wall art or to act as a frame for something else....
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Antique 1890s American Folk Art Carnival Art

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Wood

Original Fairground 'Speedway' Rounding Boards, 1950s Red Gold
Located in Hastings, GB
We have several boards available for sale, priced individually, each board has differing words on reverse, see photos and options (1 Of Each Board Available Only) The photographs sh...
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Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Carnival Art

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Wood

Set of '9' 1968 Elaine Havelock Posters Printed by Royal Screen Craft Inc
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of (9) 1968 "New Old Stock" "Hollywood" Elaine Havelock Posters Printed by Royal Screen Craft Inc. (4) sets of (9) available Individual Posters also available 1 - Clark G...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Paper

Neo Renaissance throne chair 1890
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This Neo renaissance throne chair is a unique and elegant piece of furniture that can decorate any room. This chair was made around 1890, during the period of the Neo Renaissance sty...
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Antique 1890s French Renaissance Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Neo Renaissance throne chair 1890
Neo Renaissance throne chair 1890
H 34.65 in W 26.78 in D 20.87 in

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Rare Antique Imperial or Monastic Ningxia Nine Dragon Banner Rug
Located in Seeshaupt, DE
Stunning antique yellow ground nine dragon banner rug from Ningxia. This piece may have been made
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Antique Early 1900s Chinese Qing Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool

"Bengal Tiger" Circus Banner, circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare side show banner from 1940s circus - large scale "Bengal Tiger" Hand painted oil on heavy
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Vintage 1940s American Carnival Art

Materials

Canvas

"Jungle Killers" Circus Banner, circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gigantic Side Show Banner from 1940s Circus - "Jungle Killers" Hand painted oil on heavy canvas
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Vintage 1940s American Carnival Art

Materials

Canvas

Gigantic "Rubber Girl" Circus Banner, circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gigantic Side Show Banner from 1940s Circus - "The Indian Rubber Girl" Hand painted oil on heavy
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Vintage 1940s American Carnival Art

Materials

Canvas

Original Coney Island Sideshow Banner Millard & Bulsterbaum
By Hillard Bulsterbaum
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Original Coney Island side show banner from Sam Wagners World Sideshow c. 1930's. "Voltess - the
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Vintage 1930s American Carnival Art

Monumental 1940s Americana Painted Circus Banner by O. Henry Tent & Awning
By O. Henry Tent and Awning Co., Fred G. Johnson
Located in New York, NY
Thirty foot-long American painted side show circus banner depicting a colorful array of different
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Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Carnival Art

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Canvas

Rare and Unusual Ohio State Seal Banner ca 1890-1905
Located in York County, PA
Rare and unusual parade flag banner with 17 stars on a blue ground and the 1866 version of the Ohio
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Antique Late 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

Shield-Shapped Banner from the North Jersey Shore Woman's Suffrage League
Located in York County, PA
professionally painted to mimic the condition. many of my clients prefer early flags and banners to show their
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Vintage 1910s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Display Cabinet, Probably Germany, 1930s
Located in Greding, DE
three sides and the rear wall is mirrored. The door shows decorative inlays in the shape of banners.
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Vintage 1930s German Vitrines

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Cherry, Glass

Display Cabinet, Probably Germany, 1930s
Display Cabinet, Probably Germany, 1930s
H 64.97 in W 51.97 in D 15.75 in
John the Baptist Depicted on a French Faience Pitcher Made circa 1880
Located in Katonah, NY
Baptist. On the other side of the pitcher is inscribed: "17 - jean - troiont -71" which helps to identify
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Delft and Faience

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Faience

Bronze Eagle After Jules Moigniez, Late 20th Century
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
. The dignified eagle has its wings lifted and his head turned to the side, showcasing exquisite
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Late 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Sailor's Woolwork Woolie of the Tea Clipper, Ariel, Signed C. Ames, circa 1880
Located in Downingtown, PA
and white. The cloudy sky is a light blue. The ship flies a banner from the main mast with the name
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Antique 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Folk Art Nautical Objects

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Wool

Antique Sugar Box Made by Chamberlains Worcester Bengal Tiger Pattern
By Chamberlains Worcester
Located in Katonah, NY
lappet-shaped panels on each side showing a mythical beast. At each end of the sugar box is a panel
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Antique Early 19th Century English Qing Decorative Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

California State Flag, with Attractive Coloration and Gold Silk Fringe
Located in York County, PA
Maryland State Legislature, for example, didn’t find need for a state banner until 1904, in spite of the
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Mid-20th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

15 Star Antique American Flag, Kentucky Statehood, Rare Star Configuration
Located in York County, PA
presently known, including the Star Spangled Banner, all of which have a complement of 15 stripes. Other
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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

RARE AND STRIKING 48 STAR FLAG
Located in York County, PA
be hung like a banner and stretched on a flat surface from four points. It is interesting to note
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Vintage 1930s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

California "Bear" State Flag with 1912 Inscription Signed "D & M Co"
Located in York County, PA
example, didn’t find need for a state banner until 1904, in spite of the fact that Maryland was one of the
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Vintage 1910s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Cotton

California State Flag, An Especially Early Example
Located in York County, PA
20th century. The Maryland State Legislature, for example, didn’t find need for a state banner until
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Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Early Flag of Philadelphia, Probably 1874-1876, Printed on Blended Fabric
Located in York County, PA
on either side. The colors commemorate the Swedish colonization of Philadelphia (as seen on the flag
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Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

48 Star U.S. Navy Jack, Made During WWII at Mare Island, California, 1942
Located in York County, PA
reverse side reads as follows: "Union Jack No 9 Mare Island Oct 1942." Located on the western
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Vintage 1940s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

An English Sailor's Woolie of H.M.S. Tribune,
Located in Downingtown, PA
ladder has been dropped off the ship's side and a launch can be seen below with figures of sailors on
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Antique 19th Century English Nautical Objects

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Wool

13 Star Flag Of The 1820-1840 Period Or Prior
Located in York County, PA
, who had performed the conservation on America's most famous surviving flag, the Star Spangled Banner
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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

38 Star Flag, In Rare Oval Medallion with a Large Center Star
Located in York County, PA
." The stars are made of plain weave cotton, hand-sewn and double-appliquéd (applied to both sides). The
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Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Pair of Liberation Flags, Made in France
Located in York County, PA
, share unusual traits and wonderful folk qualities. Their make-do construction is indicative of banners
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Vintage 1940s French Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

One Of the Earliest Flags in America: Authentic 15 Star US Navy Jack
Located in York County, PA
first six are 15-star, 15-stripe examples. (1) The Star Spangled Banner, made by Mary Pickersgill in
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Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

State Flag of North Carolina, circa 1900-WWI ERA
Located in York County, PA
be set upon gilded, scrolling banners, and for the initials of the state to be added in gilt letters
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20th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Wool

Extremely Rare 13 Star Flag with Stars in Wreath Pattern with Three Center Star
Located in York County, PA
, Manufacturer of Banners, Flags, Regalias, Badges…Decorations for Halls, Churches, Military Balls”. Later known
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Antique 1890s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

The Earliest Flag of the Hawaiian Islands that I Have Ever Encountered, 1876
Located in York County, PA
duration of the Expo and its patriotic theme, thousands of durable flags and banners were required for
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Antique 1870s North American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Wool

Antique American Flag with 31 Stars Arranged in the "Great Star" Pattern
Located in York County, PA
was only employed in the making of flags and banners. The sewn on rope likely represents a conversion
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Antique 1850s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

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Wool

Exceptionally Rare 13 Star Flag in a 4-4-5 Lineal Pattern
Located in York County, PA
both sides of the canton). The canton and stripes are made of wool bunting. There is a linen hoist with
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Antique Mid-19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Vintage Canvas Side Show Banner Carnival
Located in Santa Monica, CA
"First Time Here!" Fantastic graphic sideshow banner. Traditional heavy canvas. Some remaining
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Vintage 1940s American Carnival Art

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Canvas

Two-Sided Sideshow Banner, Signed Sigler
By Sigler Studios
Located in Peekskill, NY
snakes. Both sides are signed by the artist. The alligator side is the best. It does show use
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Carnival Art

Fred Johnson-O Henry Tent & Awning Circus Banner "Natures Living Tripod"
By O. Henry Tent and Awning Co.
Located in New York, NY
American painted side show circus banner of a man photographing a three legged sheep titled
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Drawings

Materials

Fabric

Hand Reading, Palmistry Shop or Circus Tent Sign, Americana, Folk Art
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
collection of antique and modern signs circus, freak show, side show. Hand reading, Palmistry Shop or Circus
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Decorative Art

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Wood

Antique Bleached French Bishops Coat of Arms Panel
Located in Dallas, TX
relief, and show a wide hat surmounting a shield with tassels. This hat is known as a galero, and the
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Antique 18th Century French Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Oak

Silver Plated Hip Flask by Dixon & Son, Sheffield
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
level viewing windows cut into both sides. This exceptional hip flask with plain domed hinged lid with
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Vintage 1930s English Glass

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Silver Plate

Viennese Enameled Boat, Gilt Silver and Enamel, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
, and, again, scenes on the sides. The silver elements show a clear classicist influence and a movement
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Centerpieces

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Enamel, Silver

Side Show Banner
Located in Treasure Island, CA
From a circus side show, depicts human skelton "Signor Bono, the Human Wafer", which I'm sure the
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Early 20th Century American Decorative Art

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Linen

Side Show Banner
Side Show Banner
H 84 in W 58 in
Hand Painted Popeye Circus Side Show Banner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A fantastic circus side show banner, featuring Popeye, Henry, Jiggs, Dagwood, and many other early
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Vintage 1930s American Carnival Art

Materials

Leather

Decorative Boxing Side Show Banner
Located in New York, NY
Decorative boxing banner in beautiful pastel colors painted on canvas for the Robert N. Clark show
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Vintage 1930s American Decorative Art

Materials

Canvas

Hand-Painted Canvas Side-Show Banner
Located in Seattle, WA
Multi-colored hand painted canvas banner from a side/freak show in the New York area.
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Vintage 1930s American Carnival Art

Pumpkin Boy Circus Side Show Banner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
freaks - a time that has long faded away to political correctness. Our hand painted banner is all
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Vintage 1950s American Carnival Art

"Jungle Master" Painted Circus Side Show Banner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
the Midway and the side show freaks and oddities. Here we have Jungle Master, an authentic wild native
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Vintage 1930s American Paintings

Monkey Girl Painted Circus Side Show Banner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
With a face only a mother could love, Lola "the monkey face girl" became a star of the midway at the circus. The painted image suggests that she was indeed "Alive" and perhaps nude, ...
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Vintage 1950s American Decorative Art

Plasteena Sideshow Banner by Fred G Johnson
By Fred G. Johnson
Located in Toronto, ON
"Plasteena" side show banner painted by Fred Johnson commissioned by Harold J Potter. Near mint
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Vintage 1960s American Carnival Art

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Metal

Vintage Hand-Painted Canvas All-Girl Freak Show Banner
By Snap Wyatt
Located in Seattle, WA
Created in the late 1940s to advertise an all-girl freak show and side show. This item has been
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Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Carnival Art

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Steel

Hand Painted Canvas Advertising Banner
Located in Solebury, PA
Hand painted, two sided advertising banner for CINZANO. Signed. This canvas banner was made for the
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20th Century Decorative Art

Materials

Canvas

"John and Ellin" ship sampler from Wales, circa 1825
Located in Philadelphia, PA
depiction of the "John and Ellin" with sails billowing and banners fluttering in the wind; she has delicate
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Antique 19th Century Welsh Quilts and Blankets

Strong Man, Circus Side-Show Banner
Located in North Egremont, MA
Pop graphics and color on this vintage side show banner, great size
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Vintage 1960s American Carnival Art

Carnival Side-Show Banner Abominable Snowman
Located in North Egremont, MA
"Pop" style circus banner for the Abominable Snowman Exhibit, great scale
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Vintage 1960s Carnival Art

Carnival Side-Show Banner Fire Eater
Located in North Egremont, MA
Very Pop graphics of young circus fire eater, great scale
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Vintage 1960s American Carnival Art

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Side Show Banner For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the side show banner you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A side show banner — often made from fabric, canvas and animal skin — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect side show banner — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right side show banner, those designed in Folk Art styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one side show banner that is appealing in its simplicity, but O. Henry Tent and Awning Co. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Side Show Banner?

Prices for a side show banner can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $850 and can go as high as $8,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,500.