Dennis Lyall (American, B. 1946) "Modern Folding Fan" Signed lower right. Original Oil painting on Canvas.

Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation.

This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 37c Flag Folding Fan stamp issued April 3, 2003.

Inspired by the exceptional colors and magnificent design of the U.S. flag, an endless variety of souvenirs, toys, knickknacks and other patriotic ephemera has been produced in the United States over the past two and a quarter centuries. This art features a particularly healthy serving of red, white and blue. Indeed, the elegant design of this patriotic tribute to Old Glory is powerful in its simplicity: a modern hand fan -- made of fine paper and balsa wood -- that beautifully unfolds to reveal the stars and stripes of America's beloved flag. In 2003, America celebrated Old Glory's 226th Anniversary. The concept of an annual day specifically dedicated to celebrating the flag is believed to have originated in Fredonia, Wisconsin, There, in 1885, a teacher arranged for his school district to observe June 14 -- the day in 1777 on which Old Glory was officially adopted as the American flag -- as "Flag Birthday." By the turn of the century, "Flag Day" celebrations were common across America. Acknowledging the holiday's widespread popularity, President Wilson officially established June 4 as Flag Day by Presidential Proclamation in 1916.

Image Size: 12 x 14 in.
Overall Size: 15.5 x 18 in.
Unframed.
(B17106)

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