Original artwork of the Colorado National Guard Crest 1924 watercolor on board
This is from a set the government had discarded that was ostensibly the original artwork for the designing of the crests for the 48 State National Guard units and our associated territories. They are all original watercolors on board and are in varying condition and the time frame they were done was the 1920’s to the 1940’s and the dates are in the corners with the sign off of the relevant officer of the quartermaster general’s office. These are one of a kind design proofs for the State Guard unit crests and are extremely well done and executed. I do not know who this artist is, it is initialed FS, but it would be interesting to understand how the US Government, or various States, went about selecting artists and having these drawings done during this period. This design was approved by the Quartermaster’s department on 1/22/24 by John A Wagner and appears to be an update to the 3/4/22 design. It is in good condition with minor corner wear. The size is about 8″ x 10″. This is a hand painted Colorado National Guard State seal and US governmental archival document from 1924 and a very rare item. I focus on happy repeat customers and love what I do and try to ensure all customers are happy. I do not stay glued to my computer and have a real job so please do not expect instantaneous answers. I specialize in paper, photos, coins and militaria. I sell about anything except reproductions. If it is not old, I say so. If there is a defect, I also say so. You can always learn more in this business. If I make a mistake, and we all do, I will take responsibility for it and you can return the item. Also I make a full declaration of sales value, thus please do not ask or expect otherwise. The item “Original artwork of the Colorado National Guard Crest 1924 watercolor on board” is in sale since Tuesday, November 29, 2016. This item is in the category “Art\Paintings”. The seller is “wills1n4″ and is located in Roswell, Georgia. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Signed?: Unsigned
- Region of Origin: US
- Inventory Bin: Marlboro
- Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
- Material: Watercolor
- Date of Creation: 1900-1949
- Subject: Figures & Portraits
- Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original