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Star-Spangled Banner Tartan – Framed Print – PAST Edition
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This FRAMED COLLECTOR'S EDITION of the Star-Spangled Banner tartan is a fine-art print commemorating the heritage of the historic 1814 Great Garrison Flag — the enduring emblem of a young America standing firm in the face of adversity.
Designed in Arbroath, Scotland (the birthplace of the Declaration of Arbroath) and assembled in the United States for U.S. orders, it transforms the opening verse of America’s national anthem into a period-evocative display of plaid and color. It recalls the smoke-lit night when the flag withstood the bombardment of Fort McHenry and greeted the dawn still waving — proof the young nation endured.
From the heart of Scottish tradition, the Tartan250 PAST Edition is the first official release of this historic colorway, created as a unique “tartan for the clans” of the original Union of States. Crafted with archival-quality materials and museum-grade precision, each print is individually numbered and comes with a certificate of authenticity to preserve its story and symbolism for years to come.
A1 — FRAMED
Archival Print — 1814
Heritage Edition
COMMEMORATING
— the USA Semiquincentennial Year
Remembering an Ancient Banner
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Permission Granted
The official registration of the Star-Spangled Banner (Flag of 1814) tartan was only made possible with permission being granted from the Smithsonian Institution — stewards of the original flag in Washington, D.C. Beginning in 2020, this process involved many months of thoughtful correspondence, careful review, and due diligence. Filled with hopeful anticipation, each exchange reflected the deep historical significance of the flag. Finally, in April 2021, the Smithsonian formally granted permission to register and name the tartan.
This milestone marked the culmination of a determined journey, and on July 4, 2021 — fittingly, Independence Day — the tartan was registered at the Scottish Register of Tartans.
This permission pertains solely to registration and does not imply endorsement by the Smithsonian Institution.
ECHOES of Fort McHenry
In tribute to the United States Semiquincentennial Year, this framed PAST edition presents the 1814 Star-Spangled Banner — created as a variant of the official tartan design by Scottish artist Steven Patrick Sim (registered as Tartan #13214).
Time-faded navy, aged ivory, and ember-red evoke the original Great Garrison Flag — its colors softened by time, its geometry recalling the 15 stars and 15 stripes that rallied a young republic through trial — and war. The broad red and ivory bars are set to a 13-thread count, each bearing the patina of age — a quiet testament to a nation finding its voice and standing firm in its ideals.
The blue canton’s aged-white sparkles suggest stars in a smoky night sky, while broad red and ivory bands within the sett recall the fiery trails of rockets over the fort — the drama of battle embedded in the weave.
Set within a CREAM mount and OAK-FINISHED FRAME
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Alternatively, for those who appreciate the ongoing spirit of freedom, explore the — FRAMED PRESENT Edition — which carries this enduring spirit into the heart of modern America today.
A Son of Liberty
Born in the shadow of Arbroath Abbey — where freedom was first declared — this tartan reaches across the Atlantic to honor America’s enduring stand for liberty.
Stevie Sim — The Tartan Artisan
ARBROATH
Scotland | July 4, 2025
Framing and Presentation
Each Star-Spangled Banner Past Edition is set in a Nielsen Quadrum® gallery-standard frame — a trusted name in European fine-art framing, used by leading museums, galleries, and professional photographers. Favored by my publisher — theprintspace — for their quality, these German-made frames unite sustainable materials with lasting strength. Made from FSC®-certified solid wood and finished with a refined oak veneer, the oak finish reveals a smooth, natural grain. This edition’s frame comes in Oak, with a 16 mm face width and 25 mm depth, ready to hang.
For safe delivery worldwide, A1-size frames use 3 mm crystal-clear acrylic — a shatter-resistant, high-clarity alternative to glass that eliminates breakage risk in transit. After delivery, the acrylic can be replaced with archival UV-protective glass by a local framer if preferred by the customer.
Each frame includes a cream, acid-free mount and sturdy rear panel, arriving display-ready — combining preservation quality with sustainable craftsmanship.
Premium Gallery Backing & Hanging System
Building on the craftsmanship above, the Backing & Hanging System features a central sawtooth hanger fixed into the hardboard backing, keeping the frame level on the wall. Please note: The product photos show our 16 × 22 in. frame, which uses two rotating clips per side.
The larger A1 frame you will receive includes extra clips along the top, bottom, and sides to provide additional support and stability due to its size. These clips are discreet and do not affect the frame’s classic appearance or ease of hanging.
This gallery-standard frame is built for preservation, presentation, and everyday use.
Highlighted Features
Crafted by Nielsen Quadrum® — German-made, gallery-standard framing trusted by professionals worldwide.
Secure Rotating Metal Clips — Lock the backing panel firmly into the frame’s internal groove, keeping your artwork safely in place.
Easy to Open — Clips rotate smoothly for simple access should remounting or conservation work be required in future.
Durable Hardboard Backing — Protects the artwork from dust, handling, and environmental changes.
Central Sawtooth Hanger — Ensures quick, level hanging for portrait display.
Extra Stability for Large Frames — The large frame for this product measures approximately 23.4 by 32.1 inches, slightly larger than A1 size, making it ideal for fine art and display. Unlike the smaller frame shown in the image gallery, this size includes additional clips along the sides and top for enhanced stability and support, ensuring that your artwork is securely held. Please note that the gallery images above do not fully show all the clips included on this larger frame, which provide extra reinforcement for such substantial pieces.
Collector’s A1 Edition — Preserved in OAK
SPECIFICATIONS:
PRINT SIZE: 594 × 841 mm (23.4 × 33.1 in)
VISIBLE IMAGE AREA: Approximately 476 × 710 mm (18.7 × 27.9 in)
MOUNT:Cream, archival-grade, approx. 65 mm top and bottom, 59 mm sides (2.6 in top and bottom, 2.3 in sides)
FRAME: Nielsen Quadrum® gallery-standard frame. FSC®-certified solid wood with oak veneer and gallery-quality finish
FRAME FACE WIDTH: Approximately 16 mm (0.63 in)
FRAME DEPTH (from wall): Approximately 25 mm (0.98 in)
GLAZING: 3mm premium clear acrylic (shatter-resistant)
FINAL FRAMED DIMENSIONS: Approximately 618 × 865 mm (24.3 × 34.1 in)
DISPLAY: Professionally mounted and delivered ready to hang
Also available unframed:
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Available in medium, and large.
Fine Art Print — MUSEUM Grade
Print Type: Archival giclée printing uses advanced digital technology and museum-quality materials to create detailed, vibrant prints with durability that preserves fine art for generations.
- Paper: Hahnemühle Bamboo — a warm-toned, natural-fiber paper made from 90% bamboo and 10% cotton.
This eco-friendly fine art paper has a soft, lightly textured felt surface with a matte premium inkjet coating that enhances color depth and detail, especially for warm tones. Free from optical brighteners and fully acid-free and lignin-free, it meets stringent museum-quality archival standards, offering sustainable excellence that perfectly complements the aged, historic palette of the Past Edition tartan.
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Inks: Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks renowned for their longevity, color stability, and resistance to UV light and environmental factors.
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Fulfillment: Your fine-art framed print will be produced by my publisher — theprintspace — a museum-grade fine art printer with production facilities in the UK, Germany, and the USA. Depending on your delivery address, your order will be shipped from the closest location to minimize delivery time and avoid customs fees. For example, orders placed in the United States are printed and fulfilled within the USA to ensure faster shipping and no import duties.
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Production Time: Typically 1–3 working days before dispatch.
Designed in Scotland
Made in AMERICA! — For U.S. orders
FRAMED A1 LIMITED EDITION with Signed Certificate
Limited strictly to 1,776 prints in this edition, commemorating the year of American independence.
All framed artworks from the Star-Spangled Banner – Past Edition include a signed Certificate of Authenticity and are carefully packaged to preserve archival integrity.
A certified edition system secures authenticity: each framed Past Edition artwork bears a unique printed edition number with my signature, verified against matching details on its Certificate of Authenticity to confirm that your piece is an official work within the limited edition.
CERTIFICATE OF TARTAN REGISTRATION – Included with every framed print ordered
The Original Certificate
of Registration:
Your framed print includes a color copy of the original Certificate of Tartan Registration issued by the Scottish Register of Tartans on 4th July 2021 — precisely five years before America’s 250th anniversary.
This detailed A4 reproduction includes the official seal, connecting your print to the tartan’s formal recognition.
Note: This certificate is a high-quality printed replica for display and archival reference, not physically embossed.
A TRIBUTE to the Past—and a salute to 1814
This framed PAST Edition commemorates the flag that waved over the Battle of Baltimore—the very flag Francis Scott Key witnessed “by the dawn’s early light.”
“Through tartan, we see the anthem come alive — the anthem of resilience and unity, reimagined in woven geometry and framed with respect.”
Images above include:
The 1913 painting "By Dawn's Early Light" by Edward Percy Moran; the flag illuminated and hung at the Smithsonian; the image of President George W. Bush viewing the Star-Spangled Banner at the Smithsonian (enhanced and custom-edited); the historic newspaper photo showing the flag’s scale with a woman in the window and a man standing at attention; Francis Scott Key’s original poem manuscript; and the 1814 first sheet music publication by Thomas Carr.
Attributions:
[1913: Edward Percy Moran, "By Dawn's Early Light" painting, Library of Congress, public domain]
[Circa 1964: Star-Spangled Banner on display at Smithsonian’s National Museum of History and Technology, public domain]
[Nov 19, 2008: Original photo of President George W. Bush viewing the Star-Spangled Banner at Smithsonian National Museum of American History by Eric Draper, public domain; image enhanced and custom-edited using AI upscaling by The Tartan Artisan.]
[Historic newspaper photo: public domain]
[1914: Francis Scott Key original "Star-Spangled Banner" manuscript, Maryland Historical Society, public domain]
[1814: First sheet music of "The Star Spangled Banner" arranged by Thomas Carr, public domain]
Why Choose the Framed PAST Edition?
- A1 Size Framed Print: Collector’s dimensions, delivered ready to hang
- Heritage Focus: Represents the 15-star, 15-stripe flag of 1814
- Exclusive Artwork: Designed and registered by the artist
- Symbolic Edition Size: 1,776 prints will only be published, in this edition
- Ideal For: Heritage displays, historical collections, patriotic homes, or commemorative gifting
Made in the USA
...Local Production — Faster, Duty-Free Delivery
Designed in Arbroath, Scotland – the historic birthplace of the Declaration of Arbroath – and proudly crafted in the United States — made in NYC by the PrintSpace. This unique transatlantic partnership means your order is printed and made locally in the USA, avoiding customs fees, import duties, and international shipping delays.
U.S. Fulfillment:
PrintSpace, 509 Senator St, Brooklyn, New York City 11220, United States
From August 29th, 2025, new U.S. import regulations will remove the previous $800 de minimis exemption, meaning many imports will now face duties and taxes. However, thanks to local American production, your Star-Spangled Banner fine-art piece arrives faster, duty-free, and ready to enjoy. Each framed print is carefully packaged with protective cushioning and shipped in a sturdy box for secure delivery.
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Global Fulfillment:
Wherever you are, your order is produced at the facility closest to your shipping address — in the USA, UK, or EU. Our expert-run hubs in Brooklyn, London, and Düsseldorf ensure the same premium quality and color accuracy at every location, minimizing transit time and preventing import charges wherever possible.
Also available in the PRESENT Editions:
The Star-Spangled Banner
Tartan 250
A series of fine-art, limited-edition giclée prints, with strictly 1,776 copies produced per edition.
BY THE TARTAN ARTISAN® – SCOTLAND
Star-Spangled Banner (Flag of 1814) – TARTAN #13214 – In celebration of the Semiquincentennial Anniversary of the United States of America, marking 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776–2026.
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THE TEXT AS PUBLISHED ON THE PRINT:
The Star-Spangled BannerFLAG OF 1814
O say can you see, by the dawn’s early light,
A Limited Edition Giclée Print of 1,776 copies
Star-Spangled Banner (Flag of 1814) – TARTAN #13214 – In celebration of the Semiquincentennial Anniversary of the United States of America, marking 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776–2026. Two and a half centuries of independence, liberty, and unity — ideals reflected in the RED, WHITE, and BLUE of the American flag.
This commemorative tartan was created to honor the Star-Spangled Banner — the historic US flag carried during the War of 1812, and the same “Great Garrison Flag” that soared above Fort McHenry during the pivotal Battle of Baltimore on September 13, 1814.
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