An arresting piece of textile history, this large red and white flag was salvaged from a church in Glasgow. Measuring an impressive 275cm x 130cm, it’s a beautifully timeworn relic, with a painterly patina of marks, creases and discolouration that only adds to its honest charm.

Its bold vertical stripes—deep red and aged white—impart a graphic quality that would lend serious impact to a wall, especially in a pared-back or industrial interior. Whether draped, pinned, or framed, this is the kind of piece that makes a quiet but confident statement.

Though its exact origins remain a mystery, flags of this style were often used ceremonially in churches, youth brigades, or religious parades. Its simple palette and proportions bear a passing resemblance to some historical ecclesiastical banners or even maritime signal flags—but this one tells its own, uniquely Glaswegian story.

A rare and evocative decorative object.