Washington & Lafayette Commemorative Silk Ribbon
American, early 19th century - Length: 8 inches
 
Printed in black, this refined silk ribbon features conjoined oval portraits of George Washington and Lafayette beneath a patriotic vignette within delicate ornamental borders. The composition reflects their enduring symbolic pairing and the continued commemoration of the Revolutionary generation, produced in the wake of Lafayette’s American tour.
 
Exhibited: Bienvenue au Général Lafayette, The Cabildo, April 9, 2025 – January 18, 2026 (commemorating the 200th anniversary of Lafayette’s visit to Louisiana).
 
Condition: Excellent; strong, even tone with minor handling wear.