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Large Weathered Trade Sign "Carriage Shop"

About the Item

A 12 foot long trade sign displaying the words Carriage Shop on one side and Horse Shoeing on the other. In weathered early hand painted lettering on wood, with molded edging on all sides. Carriage Shop in gilt shadowed serif font, and Horse Shoeing in plain block font. A wonderful piece of folk art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 144 in (365.76 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition - weathered.
  • Seller Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SKU000009161stDibs: LU798328422952
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