Premier and Emporium Auctions
Fri, May 15, 2020 09:00AM EDT
Lot 172
Benjamin Franklin and George Washington Textile
Estimate: $300 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
probably British for the American market, late 18th century, printed cotton "Apotheosis of Franklin" repeating pattern, depicts Washington in a chariot and Indian Princess under top image of Liberty with Franklin holding a banner, remnants of red printed dye at bottom, 45 x 30-1/2 in.Provenance: A Virginia Institution
originally printed in red, mostly discolored, extensive wear, tacking holes at borders and small tears
