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2002

The University of Maine

History of Art, Architecture, and Archaeology

John Ritto Penniman

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Technology To The Rescue! Maine’S First State Colors, David Martucci Jul 2002

Technology To The Rescue! Maine’S First State Colors, David Martucci

Maine History

The State of Maine's 1822 issue of 100 stands of double-sided Militia colors is possibly the earliest example of copper engraved four-color printed flags. These flags were produced in Boston utilizing the talents of a famous painter/designer, John Ritto Penniman and several local craftsmen and craftswomen. The design is unique and finely detailed and is an excellent example of the fine printing arts. Dave Martucci, a vexillologist, currently serves as president of the North American Vexillological Association and Secretary (Treasurer of the New England Vexillological Association. He edits Nava News and the NEW ENGLAND JOURNAL OF VEXILLOLOGY and has published …