Spectacular RARE Extra Large (XL) 34" Pre-1941 Vintage Los Angeles, California Felt Souvenir Pennant – Elite Multi-Layered Die-Cut Citrus Orange Applique – With Original "The Quality Line" Factory Cloth Tag
Up for sale is an incredibly rare, museum-quality piece of California travel and graphic history: an authentic, pre-WWII felt souvenir pennant from Los Angeles, dating back to the 1930s. This item comes from a historic private collection of an individual who lived in the USA and brought these flags to Germany before 1941.
*** IMPORTANT EXTRA LARGE (XL) SIZE NOTE ***
This is a rare, hard-to-find Extra Large (XL) exhibition-size display pennant! It measures a massive 87 cm (approx. 34-35 inches) in length, making it significantly larger, heavier, and much scarcer than the standard 70 cm tourist versions of that era. It serves as an absolutely breathtaking centerpiece wall display.
*** PRESTIGE CRAFTSMANSHIP & HISTORIC FACTORY TAG DETAILS ***
This pennant is one of the most artistically advanced examples of pre-war American textile manufacturing, featuring elite craftsmanship:
1. Original Woven Cloth Tag: On the back, it features its rare original sewn-in fabric factory label from Bloomington/Minneapolis ("The Quality Line"), one of the top premium pennant makers of the era.
2. Artistic Orange Citrus Theme: Each letter of "LOS ANGELES" is beautifully die-cut inside a separate orange felt citrus fruit. These fruits are layered on top of individual green felt leaves which feature fine embroidered white stitching for the veins.
3. Stunning 3D Texture: A massive 3-layer felt-on-felt construction that pops beautifully against the rich red background.
*** DETAILED CONDITION REPORT (PLEASE READ) ***
This item is around 90 years old and shows honest, authentic signs of time that enhance its historic character:
1. Minor Moth Holes/Wear: There are some typical small vintage moth holes/nips visible on the felt body, particularly on some of the green leaves and sections of the red background (please inspect the close-up photos carefully).
2. Cloth Tag Condition: The original manufacturer cloth tag on the back is partially frayed/fragmented, but the text "Manufactured by... BLOOMINGTON... THE QUALITY LINE... Minnea..." remains perfectly legible for authentication.
3. General Notes: The original golden-orange hanging tabs/tassels at the top are fully intact. The tip of the pennant is complete. The colors remain remarkably warm, deep, and beautiful.
The felt remains physically strong and completely stable. A magnificent centerpiece for any serious Americana, California history, or vintage textile collection.
Please review all pictures carefully as they show the exact condition of the item.
Ships safely and securely (flat or loosely rolled in a large box, never folded) from Germany with tracking. International shipping available. Feel free to ask any questions!