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Military motifs. Eagle, with wings spread, halo of stars about head, grasping bundle of arrows. A banner is draped about the eagle's neck, with motto: "E Pluribus Unum". Beneath the eagle is a rose branch with many roses. Other emblems include cannons, feather plumes, military helmets, banners, flags. Printed in varnished green, red and yellow on a black ground.

Details

  • Title: Sidewall
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: ca. 1780
  • Type: Sidewall
  • Rights: Gift of The Museum at The Fashion Institute of Technology
  • Medium: Block-printed on handmade paper
  • Dimensions: Overall: 47.5 x 46.5 cm (18 11/16 x 18 5/16 in.)

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