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1920s Original Tattoo Flash Sheet • Traditional American Design • As Found

$4,350
£3,291.07
€3,798.41
CA$6,075.74
A$6,755.06
CHF 3,535.87
MX$82,848.60
NOK 45,020.54
SEK 42,504.72
DKK 28,344.98
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A rare survivor from the early days of American tattooing, this original 1920s tattoo flash sheet features hand-drawn designs in pencil & colored pencil on paper. The imagery includes classic motifs such as an American flag, coiled snake, heart & dagger, starburst, and a butterfly—each rendered in the bold, simplified style typical of pre-war parlor flash. Numbered designs suggest it was once part of a working artist’s portfolio, making this a museum-worthy piece of tattoo heritage. 🧾 Item Details: • Material: Pencil & colored pencil on paper. • Dimensions: 12.25" X 8.25". • Era: 1920s • Artist: Unknown - Originally sourced on the east coast near Philadelphia. 📌 Condition: "As found" original condition throughout with edge wear, small corner losses, and visible creases. Paper has warm toning and expected age-related character. All artwork remains vibrant and legible. 📍 Collector’s Note: This is a beautifully aged, authentic piece of traditional tattoo flash—perfect for framing, research, or display in any collection focused on early Americana, body art history, or folk art. ✅ Authenticity: Shop confidently knowing every item we offer is 100% original, old, and guaranteed authentic.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Width: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.51 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lancaster, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10408244655512

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