[French Revolution] Decree of the French National Convention Establishing the Design for the French Flag. Printed decree titled DÉCRET DE LA CONVENTION NATIONAL, 2½pp, 9¾ x 7¾", 27 Pluviôse, Year II (15 Feb. 1794), establishing the design of the Flag of France, specifying colors and their position and dimensions, according to a design made by artist Jacques-Louis David. The tricolor has been the official flag of France since this 1794 decree. In part: "The national flag shall be formed of the three national colors, set in three equal bands, vertically arranged so that the blue is nearest to the staff, the white in the middle and the red flying in the air…."
The text is certified as accurate in seven holograph lines by Jean-Baptiste Dannery, French Consul in Boston. He signs and dates 12 June, 1794. Also signed by Boston lawyer John Jutau. Paper seal of the French Revolutionary Government present, showing Phrygian bonnet or "Liberty Cap." Very good; overall toning, show-through from holograph text and some iron-gall burns.
Estimated Value $900 - 1,000.
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