28 - James Bell & Jordan Woven Silk 1888 Presidential Campaign Textile

James Bell & Jordan Woven Silk 1888 Presidential Campaign Textile James Bell & Jordan (American, 19th Century). Woven silk campaign textile from the 1888 United States presidential election. The piece is constructed from multiple repeating ribbons for both Democratic and Republican candidates. The Democratic panels feature portraits of Grover Cleveland and Allen G. Thurman, inscribed for the candidates from New York and Ohio respectively. The Republican panels feature portraits of Benjamin Harrison and Levi P. Morton, representing Indiana and New York. Each ribbon includes the date 1888, the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM, and patriotic motifs including eagles and American flags. The reverse shows the structural weaving of the joined ribbons. Marked on the edge ribbons James Bell & Jordan Manufacturer Designer Paterson N.J. 62" L x 63" W. 14B CONDITION: The textile is in fair to good condition consistent with age and the delicate nature of the silk. There is visible fraying and numerous loose threads along the unfinished perimeter edges. Moderate staining and yellowish foxing are present, particularly on the white silk sections of the Democratic ribbons. Several small holes and vertical splits are visible in the silk fabric across multiple ribbons. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.