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Vintage Wooden Bike Route Sign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage wood bike route signs from Berlin, CT. Scratches and signs of use. Very unusual to find
Category
Vintage 1960s American Signs
Materials
Wood
Vintage 'IN USE' Illuminated Sign, 1980s England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slender "IN USE" lighted box sign dating from the 1980s. Likely used outside of rooms containing X
Category
Vintage 1980s American Signs
Materials
Metal
in Use, Vintage Hospital X-Ray Sign, circa 1980
Located in Faversham, GB
Vintage London hospital x-ray sign that hung above the x-ray room door of the inpatient ward. The
Category
20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Aluminum
Large Illuminated Advertisement for HB cigarettes, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Large wall advertisment light
Good original condition with signs of use
The top part is missing
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Iron
English Sheep Sign Used for Woolen Store in Leek, Staffordshire UK Reproduction
Located in Chicago, IL
Decades ago, we purchased a hand-carved wood Sheep Sign that was hanging outside the
Category
2010s American Country Signs
Materials
Wood, Plaster
H 28 in W 44.5 in D 7.5 in
Set of Three Folk Art Straight Edge Razor Trade Signs
Located in Stamford, CT
Three whimsical American folk carved wood art trade signs in the form of straight edge razors. Used
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Signs
Materials
Wood
"News of the World" Enameled Porcelain Sign c.1940 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Single sided porcelain sign advertising the English newspaper, News of the World
Category
Early 20th Century British Industrial Signs
Materials
Metal, Enamel
1920s Belgian Jenever Sign
Located in Antwerp, BE
1920s Belgian Jenever Sign.
Antique sign - Art Deco sign for Jenever Made in Belgium:
J
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Signs
Materials
Tin
Unusual Set of German Mid-20th Century Shop Trade Sign Tools
Located in London, GB
Unusual set of German mid-20th century shop trade sign tools
Every now and again we are lucky
Category
Vintage 1950s German Folk Art Signs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage DRUGS Street Sign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage DRUGS street sign with white background and black lettering. Interesting piece of
Category
Vintage 1970s American Signs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Reflective Bicycle Road Sign
Located in Burton, TX
This Vintage Reflective Road Sign depicts a black bicycle with a yellow background. Once used as a
Category
Late 20th Century American Signs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Reflective Truck Road Sign
Located in Burton, TX
This Vintage Reflective Road Sign depicts a black truck with a yellow background. Once used as a
Category
Late 20th Century American Signs
Materials
Metal
Elizabeth Arden Vintage Wooden Signs
Located in Milano, IT
cosmetics Pioneer, is made of white plexiglass, very flashy, with a cursive font.
The sign was used in one
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Aluminum
Antique Early 20th C Hanging Trade Shop Sign "Antiques" Star of David Solomon
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Hanging double sided trade sign, sheet metal with a black ground and gilt lettering. Two pretty
Category
Early 20th Century English Signs
Materials
Metal
H 25.01 in W 36.03 in D 0.4 in
Vintage Desk Sign, circa 1944
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
An original wooden desk sign for Carl J. Wilkerson from Fort Knox, Kentucky. His years of
Category
Early 20th Century Signs
Materials
Wood, Plastic, Paper
1934 Tin Sign Belgian Beer Wielemans
Located in Antwerp, BE
1934 Tin sign for Belgian Beer of the brand Wielemans.
An antique sign - advertising sign from the
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Signs
Materials
Tin
Vintage German Beer Sign with Waiter
Located in Antwerp, BE
for German beer.
This vintage sign dates 1950 - 1960 and can be used
as wall decoration or can stand
Category
Mid-20th Century German Modern Signs
Materials
Other
Breitling Retail Store Display Advertising Sign
By Breitling
Located in Forney, TX
sign.
Rare large free-standing example, only given to select dealers, featuring a tall rectangular
Category
Late 20th Century Industrial Signs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Tobacco Advertising Sign, Belgium, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
been used before ) or can be hung as Wall Decoration - Wall Art
It's a New Old Stock Sign, so in very
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Signs
Materials
Paper
Early Danish Double Sided Neon Bakery Sign
Located in Peekskill, NY
sign was a handmade and one-off being produced by a skilled metal fabricator. It was most likely used
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Industrial Signs
Materials
Steel
Very Early X-Ray Building Sign
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is one of the best signs I've ever had. It's 10 feet 8 inches long by 19 inches by 5 inches
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Signs
Materials
Tin
1930s Sign with Calendar for French Wine
Located in Antwerp, BE
everywhere.
This vintage sign is still in very beautiful condition, with minor traces of use.
If you turn
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Signs
Materials
Other
Mid-20th Century 'Illegitimi non Carborundum' Sign
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally an expression used by British Army Intelligence during WWII, then adopted as a motto by
Category
Mid-20th Century American Signs
Materials
Wood
English Pub Sign, "Benskins (Puss in Boots)"
Located in Austin, TX
An authentic English pub sign (one-sided) featuring a painting of a cat playing a violin fiddle
Category
20th Century English Signs
Materials
Metal
19th Century Hat Makers Metal Trade Sign
Located in London, GB
19th Century Hat Makers Metal Trade Sign
A rare example of a late 19th Century toleware hand
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Signs
Materials
Metal
20thc "Meat Market" Trade Sign from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The patina is so wonderful on this 20thc Meat Market trade sign. The sign is in good used
Category
20th Century American Adirondack Signs
Materials
Wood
Antique Sign for Bicycles Delta, Belgium, 1934
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large Art Deco tin advertising sign for bicycles of the Belgian Brand Delta.
This Belgian tin
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Signs
Materials
Metal
1961 Advertising Sign MARTINI BLANC , Apéritif Beverage
Located in Antwerp, BE
).
It is in good but used condition.
If you keep the sign in a certain angle to heavy light , you will
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Tin, Other
Early 20th century double sided metal fairground sign
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century double sided metal fairground sign
A charming authentic double sided metal
Category
Vintage 1940s Folk Art Signs
Materials
Metal
Porcelain Belgian Beer Sign, Three Stars Leopold, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
gloss.
The borders of the sign do have some traces of time and use.
The 6 suspensions are still there
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Signs
Materials
Metal
1890's Gilt Painted Timber Printer's Trade Sign
Located in Downham Market, GB
An early printer's trade sign.
A wonderful 19th century painted timber trade sign for 'Wheeler
Category
Antique 19th Century British Rustic Signs
Materials
Pine
1950s Tin Advertising Sign for Belga Cigarettes, Belgium
Located in Antwerp, BE
.
This Cigarette Sign is in used but good condition, with traces of age.
Tin sign is mounted on
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Signs
Materials
Tin
Early 20th Century Double Sided Clock Makers Trade Sign
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century Double Sided Clock Makers Trade Sign
A working example of an early 20th
Category
Vintage 1920s French Late Victorian Signs
Materials
Zinc
Edwardian Wall Hung Shop Sign, Kirbys’ Wardrobes Purchased
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
is a wooden sign painted on both sides and hanging on a blacksmith made Iron bracket, still in use in
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Signs
Materials
Wood
Letter Painter Kvetoslav Dostal Shop Sign, circa 1900
Located in Wien, AT
This vintage sign comes from the shop of Prague letter painter Kvetoslav Dostal. It was probably
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Czech Arts and Crafts Signs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Hand Painted African Barbershop Sign Original Hairdresser Advertising
Located in Bristol, GB
1930s-1950s period.
The sign is in good vintage condition, there is some wear present and old repairs
Category
20th Century Signs
Materials
Wood, Paint
H 20.08 in W 42.13 in D 1.19 in
Stella Artois Belgian Beer Sign by Rob Otten, 1960s
By Rob Otten
Located in Antwerp, BE
used in the pub or cafe to hang on the wall.
Collectable Signs - Old Signs - Vintage signs - Vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Signs
Materials
Other
Folk Art Giant Metal Scissors Industrial Store Display Sign
Located in Atlanta, GA
the sign was originally used as a trade sign for a tailor shop or a millinery store. The sign is made
Category
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Signs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Singer Sign with Tailor and Singer Sewing Machine, 1930s
Located in Antwerp, BE
, tailor store and for a Sign Collector.
In good but vintage condition so with traces of age and use so
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Signs
Materials
Tin
Vintage Elizabeth Arden Signs in Wood and Painted Aluminum
Located in Milano, IT
cosmetics pioneer, is made of white plexiglass, very flashy, with a cursive font.
The sign was used in one
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Aluminum
Antique Sign Cream Separator Melotte Belgium by National Works Smethwick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique large tin sign for the Belgian cream separator brand Mélotte, which was based in Belgium in
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Industrial Signs
Materials
Tin
H 27.17 in W 20.28 in D 0.71 in
Antique American Art Deco Early Frigidaire Metal Advertising Sign
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce, likely one-of-a-kind, antique American Frigidaire enameled metal advertising sign, early
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Signs
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Vintage Double Sided Metal Motor Oil Sign c.1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original distressed double sided metal sign "Super Motor Oil" on one side and "Sonoco
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Signs
Materials
Metal
Large Antique Wooden "Keep Maine Green" Sign c.1940-1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A hand painted wood sign with applied letters "Keep Maine Green".
CREATOR Unknown
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Signs
Materials
Plastic, Wood
Large Painted Iron "Parrot" Sign, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
sign used to hang in front of a French Maison Close (bordello), at the beginning of the 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Signs
Materials
Iron
1960s, Green & White Painted Steel 'Two Hour Parking' Street Sign
Located in Philadelphia, PA
vintage sign!
Date:
20th Century
Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Steel
Early 20th c. Toleware Glove Maker's Store Sign c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original French glove maker's store sign. Enameled painted metal with gold, stitched
Category
Early 20th Century French Victorian Signs
Materials
Metal
1956 Advertising Sign with Bull for Metaroc Cement Building Materials
Located in Antwerp, BE
trying to push against the strong cement.
Beautiful use of the colors red and blue.
This vintage sign
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Signs
Materials
Tin
Early 20th Century Double Sided Toleware French Dentists Trade Sign
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century Double Sided Toleware French Dentists Trade Sign
An original untouched example
Category
Vintage 1910s French Late Victorian Signs
Materials
Sheet Metal
Zinc and Gold Horse Head Butchers Trade Sign Flemish 1860
Located in Hastings, GB
19th century Flemish gilt zinc horse head trade sign. This beautiful hand made sign was used by a
Category
Antique 1860s Belgian Folk Art Signs
Materials
Zinc
"Health Chiropractic, " Cast Metal Trade Sign, Art Deco, Midcentury
Located in Philadelphia, PA
advertising art from the late 19th and early 20th century. The use of the angel figure as a chiropractic
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Signs
Materials
Aluminum
Large Early 20th Century American Usg Sheetrock Advertising Porcelain Sign
Located in Forney, TX
sign, early 20th century, industrial American Art Deco Modern taste.
The large blue, orange and
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Signs
Materials
Metal, Enamel
H 35.5 in W 60 in D 0.1 in
Large Woolworth & Co Gilt Metal Number Ten Sign Wall Sculpture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very large cast metal “10” from one of the iconic F.W. Woolworth 5 & 10 cent store front signs
Category
Vintage 1920s American Signs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Elks Club Hand Painted Event Sign Donkey Armchair Races
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This was a really fun find! "All Elks and Their Ladies." Hand painted event and dance signs for
Category
Vintage 1940s Signs
Materials
Paper
Early 20th Century Double Sided Metal Boot Makers Trade Sign
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century double sided metal boot makers trade sign.
A highly decorative double sided
Category
Vintage 1930s French Folk Art Signs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Enamel & Steel 'Pratt & Lambert Paint & Varnish' Advertising Store Sign
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage double-sided enamel advertising sign.
For the famed Pratt & Lambert paint company
Category
20th Century North American Signs
Materials
Enamel, Steel
H 19.5 in W 28 in D 0.13 in
Gilt Verre Églomisé, Cheap Funerals Trade Shop Sign Oliver Twist
Located in Lowestoft, GB
, two original iron hanging hooks.
The sign was used in the adaptation of Dickens 1838 novel Oliver
Category
Early 20th Century English Signs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Large Wm. Youngers Ales Stained Glass Pub Sign from Scotland
Located in Austin, TX
design, the pub sign was originally used as a room divider in a pub.
Makes a statement for a bar or a
Category
Early 20th Century Scottish Signs
Materials
Lead, Metal
Antique Zinc Red Hat Maker Trade Sign, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
XXL Antique hat maker's trade sign, made in France circa 1900 - 1920.
This large sign was used as
Category
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Signs
Materials
Zinc
19th Century Large Apothecary Chemist Carboy Pharmacy Shop Trade Sign
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A 19th century hand blown glass chemist window display carboy. Used as a symbol of the pharmacy
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Signs
Materials
Blown Glass
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The font used on London street signs is usually Univers Bold Condensed. However, local councils have the freedom to choose their own fonts, so you may see variations from the usual typeface in some places. You'll find a large collection of typographic art on 1stDibs.
- What is a porcelain sign?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021Porcelain signs are thin metal sheets bonded with durable glass coating at a high temperature. It is further coated with enamel for protection. Because of its multi-layer coating, these signs are thicker than painted metal signs. Visit 1stDibs for a collection of porcelain signs.
- What is a signed serigraph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Serigraphy is a form of silkscreening or silk printing. It can be used to recreate original artworks in larger quantities. These are artworks of their own right and they take a lot of skill and time to create, but they are not as labor intensive as the original artwork. Because serigraphs are often reprints of artworks, a signature helps confirm authenticity. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Is all Bitossi signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, not all Bitossi is signed. A small number bear no marks at all. Most have either a hand-applied signature or a stamp that says "Italy" or "Made in Italy." You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Bitossi decorative objects and lighting on 1stDibs.
- Are all Orrefors signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022If the Orrefors piece was made using the Ariel technique, then yes, the piece will be signed by the artist and will also have a serial number and date code to help specify the production date. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Orrefors designs from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is a signed print?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021A signed print is when the artwork was produced by the means of transferring ink into a particular medium like paper, wood, metal, etc., and then is hand-signed by the artist. And if the print is part of a 'limited edition' would be numbered as well.
- What is a signed lithograph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A signed lithograph is an art print produced with a particular method that bears the artist's real signature, signed in ink. The term lithograph refers to a print made by drawing an image onto a stone, etching the stone with chemicals and then applying ink. The term signed lithograph is different from a plate-signed lithograph, where the artist adds their signature to the stone to transfer it onto finished prints rather than signing their works by hand. Explore a large collection of lithographs on 1stDibs.
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- How do I use a sextant?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a sextant, find the horizon inside of the mirror and move the arm until you can also see the object you are attempting to locate. Then, calculate the angle of elevation based on your current elevation above sea level. You'll find a selection of vintage and antique sextants on 1stDibs.
- What is a divan used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A divan is used for sitting and lounging. It is a loveseat that can also function as a daybed. The design originated in the Middle East and became popular in Europe during the mid 18th century. Shop a variety of divans on 1stDibs.
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- How do I use a tsukbai?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tsukubai refers to a washbasin placed at the entrance of a holy place to allow visitors to cleanse their hands and mouth before entering. Visitors lean over to scoop out water to rinse their hands and mouth. Find a selection of tsukubai on 1stDibs.
- What is crewel used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Crewel is used for many decorative purposes. It is a type of embroidery used to decorate curtains, tapestries, pillows, clothing and other textiles. The Bayeux Tapestry is a famous example of crewel work. Find a range of crewel textiles and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is a bracelet used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bracelet is used as a decorative finishing touch for outfits. It is a piece of jewelry worn on the wrist. You can find both men and women's bracelets in a wide variety of styles. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage bracelets.
- What is a teaspoon used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A teaspoon is a small spoon used for stirring and sipping the contents of tea or coffee or adding some sugar to it. These spoons have heads that are more or less oval. Shop a range of antique and vintage teaspoons on 1stDibs.
- What is an urn used for?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An urn, also known as a funerary urn, is used for crematory purposes. After death, the ashes of a loved one are collected and kept in the urn for the family. You can find a collection of urns from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are many types of urns, each with its own purpose. Funerary urns store the ashes of a deceased person, while garden urns hold plants or are used for purely decorative purposes. There are also tea urns meant for brewing tea for large groups of people. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and contemporary urns from some of the world’s top sellers.
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