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A museum-grade tartan artwork for America’s 250th.
Created in Arbroath, Scotland – birthplace of the Declaration of Arbroath – this A1 fine-art print turns the opening verse of the U.S. national anthem into a living tartan, then presents it in a gallery-standard oak frame. Designed as a statement piece for patriotic homes, offices and civic spaces as the United States approaches its Semiquincentennial.
At a glance:
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Limited to 1,776 framed prints in this PRESENT Edition – each numbered on the artwork and matched to a signed Certificate of Authenticity.
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A1 size framed presentation (approx. 59 × 84 cm / 23.4" × 33.1") in an oak-finished gallery frame, ready to hang.
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Archival giclée print on Hahnemühle Photo Rag with pigment inks for museum-grade color stability.
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Printed and framed in the USA, UK or EU depending on your location – U.S. orders are produced domestically to help avoid customs delays and import duties.
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Designed by Scottish tartan artist Steven Patrick Sim as part of the Tartan250 collection honoring America's 250th year.
This PRESENT Edition is offered in a ready-to-hang A1 framed format at £395.
A Tribute to the Living Flag
- Star-white pivots shimmer within luminous azure and deep navy fields, evoking the 50 united states.
- Scarlet and bright ivory stripes with 13-thread counts honor the original thirteen colonies and the founding struggle for independence.
- A balanced tartan sett holds stars, stripes, and colors in precise symmetry – a woven tribute to unity, resilience, and hope in the 21st century.
This PRESENT Edition is officially registered at the Scottish Register of Tartans, Edinburgh, as “Star-Spangled Banner (Flag of 1814)” — Tartan #13214, bridging the historic banner over Fort McHenry with the modern flag that flies across the nation today.
Framed for Gallery-Standard Presentation
This PRESENT Edition is offered as a complete, ready-to-hang collector’s piece in a premium oak-finished gallery frame:
- Frame: Nielsen Quadrum® gallery-standard frame, crafted from FSC®-certified solid wood with a refined oak veneer.
- Mount: Deep black, archival-grade mount that sets off the tartan with a strong, contemporary contrast.
- Glazing: 3 mm crystal-clear acrylic — a shatter-resistant, lightweight alternative to glass, ideal for safe worldwide shipping.
- Backing & hardware: Durable hardboard backing with a central sawtooth hanger and additional support clips on the larger A1 frame to keep the artwork secure and level on the wall.
- Display-ready: Delivered fully assembled and ready to hang straight out of the box.
Print, Paper and Craftsmanship
- Print type: Archival giclée printing using pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for long-term color stability and detail.
- Paper: Hahnemühle Photo Rag — a bright white, 100% cotton fine-art paper with a smooth matte surface, exceptional color depth, and museum-grade longevity.
- Finish: Brilliant colors, deep blacks, and crisp geometry, capturing the full complexity of the tartan sett.
Edition Size and Certification
- Edition size: Strictly limited to 1,776 framed prints in this PRESENT Edition, echoing the year of American Independence. No further framed edition of this design will be produced.
- Certificate of Authenticity: Each framed piece includes a signed certificate from the artist.
- Printed edition numbering: Each framed Present Edition print carries a unique edition number on the artwork with my signature, matched exactly to its numbered Certificate of Authenticity for long-term verification.
- Certificate of Tartan Registration: A high-quality color copy of the official Scottish Register of Tartans certificate (dated 4 July 2021) is included with every framed print.
Framed Size and Key Dimensions
- Print size: Approx. 594 × 841 mm (23.4 × 33.1 in) — A1 giclée print.
- Visible image area: Approx. 476 × 710 mm (18.7 × 27.9 in) within the mount.
- Frame face width: Approx. 16 mm (0.63 in).
- Frame depth: Approx. 25 mm (0.98 in) from the wall.
- Final framed size: Approx. 618 × 865 mm (24.3 × 34.1 in), designed for presence without overwhelming a room.
This collector’s A1 format is ideal for focal positions in living rooms, studies, hallways, offices, or civic and institutional settings.
Production, Fulfilment and Shipping
Your framed tartan is produced by our specialist fine-art printer with facilities in the UK, EU and USA. Whenever possible, orders are fulfilled from the location closest to you.
U.S. orders are produced and shipped within the United States whenever possible, helping to reduce delivery times and avoid additional customs fees or import duties.
Each frame is securely packaged with protective wrapping and a robust shipping carton to ensure it arrives ready to display.
Why Choose the Framed PRESENT Edition?
- Ready to hang: A complete, gallery-standard statement piece — no trip to the framer required.
- Present-day focus: Celebrates the living 50-star flag as it flies today, in the nation’s 250th year.
- Symbolic limitation: Edition of 1,776 framed prints, directly echoing 1776.
- Transatlantic story: Designed in Scotland, crafted and fulfilled close to home for American collectors.
- Perfect for: Patriotic interiors, Semiquincentennial commemorations, civic spaces, or as a meaningful heirloom gift.
If you prefer to arrange your own framing locally, you may also wish to consider the matching PRESENT Edition unframed print.
Explore Full Product Details
This product page gives you an overview. For complete specifications of the PRESENT Edition framed collector’s print — including paper quality, sizes, archival framing, certification, as well as detailed production and shipping information — please visit the dedicated pages:
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Framed Size, Pricing & How to Order
This collector’s edition is offered exclusively in one A1 framed format. Below you’ll find a quick summary of the frame’s final dimensions and the set price for your order.
| Framed size | Approx. dimensions | Price |
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| A1 Collector’s Frame | Approx. 59 × 84 cm (23.4" × 33.1") | £395 |
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