Artwork Description:
First Flag of Texas Sculpted and constructed with over 5,000 large toothpicks. This flag was first created by Sarah Dodson in 1835 for her husband who was in the Texas State Militia fighting against Mexico. The Lone Star is over 6-inches tall and is constructed of toothpicks also. This flag is hand-stained NOT PAINTED. It is also 3-dimensional as the photos will attest to. This flag measures over 46-inches wide and is over 28-inches wide, and 1-inch thick. It weighs approximately 51-pounds and is ready to be hung. This piece took over 350-hours to sculpt and construct. What a Glorious and Proud history surrounds the Republic of Texas