Large historical flag “Royal Brotherhood of Saint Sebastian Crossbowmen“ Tongres 1881
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Large historical ceremonial flag - Confrérie Royale de l'Arbalète Saint Sébastien - Tongres (Belgium).
Dimensions: 170 cm wide x 190 cm high.
Presumed date of manufacture: 1881 (founding date 1726).
Origin: former archery brotherhood of Tongeren, Belgium's oldest city.
This magnificent embroidered fabric flag is an exceptional example of Belgium's 19th-century folklore and associative heritage. It features a sumptuous decoration with :
The official coat of arms of the city of Tongeren, surmounted by a crowned black swan.
An embroidered floral garland, gilded border with period bangs and trimmings.
The inscription “Koninklyke Handboog Maatschappij Sint Sebastiaan - Tongeren“ in embroidered letters.
A composition of five arrows linked at the bottom, the traditional emblem of archery companies (crossbow).
The flag features a richly worked front, while the reverse is a deep solid red.
General condition: well preserved for its age, moderate wear to edges. Ideal for collectors, museums or historical re-enactors.
Provenance: legally acquired at a flea market in Flanders several years ago. Provenance statement available.
Data sheet
- Signed work
- Yes
- Issuer’s mark / label
- Yes
- Period
- 19th century - End of 19th
- Dated artwork
- 1881
- Dimensions (H - W - D)
- 190 x 170 x 5
- Weight
- 2
- Number of components
- 1
- Condition
- Good
- Styles
- Realism
- Materials
- Textile
Textile/Fabric - Ethnicity or Continent of origin
- Europe
Country of destination : France
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