Works of Art and Americana

Folk Art Pipe with Great Seal and Nude Woman Holding Two American Flags Found in Norwich, CT Maple Burl Circa: 1850 Size: 2 7/8" L First rate Folk Art, patriotic pipe with a centrally located nude woman holding American flags in each hand. Above her is an American eagle with shield. The borders carved with swags and tassels. The flags have beautiful movement . Sly erotic symbolism is not lost, a large, overtly phallic device is located between her “spread eagle” legs.