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Style: Primitive
19th Century Trade Sign Clothing Wood Double Sided Wooden Hudson Valley NY
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Take a look at this fantastic double sided early 19th or late 18th century wooden trade sign with original wrought Iron bracket. Came out of a Hudso...
Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Primitive Signs

Materials

Iron

Dairy Products Trade Sign Geo Fitchett 1940s
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Wonderful 1940s Geo Fitchett Dairy Products Trade sign, this wooden trade sign is in wonderful original condition. It has hooks on the top for hanging, it is double sided as you can ...
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1940s American Vintage Primitive Signs

Materials

Wood

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Located in Stamford, CT
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Rare 1880s Handmade Copper/Bronze Sign, Plaque "J.W.Williams Drop Forgings"
By E. N. Little & Sons 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare 1880s handmade copper/bronze sign plaque "J.W.WILLIAMS DROP FORGINGS." Monumental sign/plaque salvaged from the turn of the century J W WILLIAMS factory in Brooklyn New York, ex...
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Large Hand Painted Double Sided Arrow "Radio Trade In" Folk Art Trade/Store Sign
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Vintage Metal Optician Shop Trade Sign
Located in Linkebeek, BE
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Vintage Metal Optician Shop Trade Sign
H 27.56 in W 5.52 in D 40.56 in
Giant Wood Early 20th Century Hand Painted Americana Barber Shop Sign
Located in Santa Monica, CA
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Gilded 19th Century Wooden Urn-Shaped Rococo Table Lamp
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Materials

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USS Revenue Cutter Trade Sign
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French Naive 18th Century Pewter Tavern / Shop Sign
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique pewter sign. Most likely of a tavern. Real conversation piece. Pewter with forged iron. France, circa 1750. Weathered and small losses.
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Cast Iron Horse Stable Sign, France, circa 1800
Located in Culver City, CA
Cast iron horse stabile sign, France, circa 1800. Cast iron horse heads mounted on original primitive pine board.
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Monumental Butcher Shop Sign
Located in Round Top, TX
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Monumental Butcher Shop Sign
Monumental Butcher Shop Sign
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Huge 1800s Store Sign
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Primitive signs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Primitive signs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage signs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive signs made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for signs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,750 and tops out at $27,500 while the average work can sell for $14,625.

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