Framed Flags on the Waldorf by Frederick Childe Hassam

Flags on the Waldorf by Frederick Childe Hassam is another masterpiece in his celebrated "Flag Series," created during World War I. This painting captures the patriotic atmosphere of New York City, with the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel serving as a grand backdrop for a display of flags. It celebrates the unity of the Allied nations and the bustling energy of Manhattan during a pivotal time in history. The painting features a vibrant street scene dominated by an array of flags fluttering proudly in the wind. The Waldorf-Astoria, one of the city's most iconic landmarks at the time, rises majestically in the background.