Antique Order of the Amaranth “Wisdom” Ceremonial Banner still from machinery to furniture

from machinery to furniture

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This vibrant carved wood panel once adorned a car-themed kiddie ride or a "Speedway" carnival ride

It features painted depictions of circus big cats including a cougar

but predating the 1954 partition of Vietnam

Antique Order of the Amaranth “Wisdom” Ceremonial Banner still from machinery to furnitureVertical ceremonial banner constructed from silk or satin fabric, hand painted with the allegorical figure representing Wisdom, one of the core virtues of the Order of the Amaranth. The figure is shown in classical dress holding a spear and shield, with an owl at her feet traditional iconography associated with knowledge, vigilance, and moral guidance. The word WISDOM is prominently lettered below in gold with contrasting outline. The banner is