100 American Flags: A Unique Collection of Old Glory Memorabilia (The Collector's Eye) [Hardcover]

Kit Hinrichs (Author), Delphine Hirasuna (Author), Terry Heffernan (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 2008 | Series: The Collector's Eye

The American flag has been raised high in wartime triumph and peacetime celebration; sewn lovingly onto quilts, caps, pillows, and bags; appropriated by popular culture; and faithfully honored every Fourth of July. This vibrant collection of 100 Stars and Stripes artifacts ranges from Civil War-era banners and Native American braided moccasins to an early 20th-century "friendship" kimono and original flag art by several of the world's leading designers. Destined to captivate folk-art aficionados, history buffs, and collectors, 100 AMERICAN FLAGS provides a stunning visual history of America's most treasured symbol. A timely, patriotic full-color book presenting 100 American flag artifacts from one of the world's most eminent collectors, designer Kit Hinrichs. Selected images from LONG MAY SHE WAVE in an affordable, collectible edition. Election year and wartime keepsake, displaying nonpartisan national pride.


 

Editorial Reviews

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"How can you not savor the flag-embossed poker chips with Uncle Sam as the king, Miss Liberty as the queen and Adolf Hitler as the joker?"
–Washington Post Book World, Inaugural Issue

 "...a little gem of a table-topper, a fine host or hostess gift for any flag-waving friend this holiday."
-Houston Chronicle

"...wonderful and eccentric book"-Louisville Courier-Journal

About the Author

KIT HINRICHS is considered one of the world's most influential graphic designers and is partner in the global design firm Pentagram. He has more than 3,000 Stars and Stripes artifacts in his collection, which has been exhibited at the American Institute of Graphic Arts in New York and the San Jose Museum of Art. He lives in San Francisco.

TERRY HEFFERNAN is a nationally acclaimed San Francisco-based photographer noted for his exquisite large-format images.

DELPHINE HIRASUNA is the author of several books, including THE ART OF GAMAN, and the editor of @Issue: Journal of Business and Design. She lives in San Francisco.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 112 pages
• Publisher: Ten Speed Press (July 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580089208
• ISBN-13: 978-1580089203
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 9.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #943,573 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Americana Book, August 2, 2008

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B. Mellberg "Madameluvsbooks" (Bay Area, CA) - See all my reviews
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100 American Flags is a very well-done, educational little book. Perfect for a Hostess gift for a 4th. of July Party. That's why I bought two - one for me and one for a dear friend who collects Americana and has a HUGE 4th. of July Bash every year.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great expression of exceptional antique flags and patriotic memorbilia, June 16, 2008

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Jeff R. Bridgman (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 100 American Flags: A Unique Collection of Old Glory Memorabilia (The Collector's Eye) (Hardcover)

Compiled by one of the grandfathers of modern print design, this book, which features items from Kit Hinrichs' own personal collection, is a wonderful artistic expression of the Stars & Stripes through antique American flags, patriotic memorbilia, and art. I highly recommend it.

Jeff Bridgman, dealer in antique flags, www.jeffbridgman.com

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars very Good, August 2, 2008

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Mary M. Hogan - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 100 American Flags: A Unique Collection of Old Glory Memorabilia (The Collector's Eye) (Hardcover)

I was very pleased with the quick delivery. I knew what I was ordering because I had seen the author on Martha Stewart. It was a great overview of his book. I am a Patriotic and flag nut, and this was right up my alley. I was not disappointed with this purchase.