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1950's Commercial Sign "All - Stainless Inc"
1950's Commercial Sign "All - Stainless Inc"

1950's Commercial Sign "All - Stainless Inc"

$1,250

H 12 in W 78 in D 0.5 in

1950's Commercial Sign "All - Stainless Inc"

Located in Hanover, MA

Vintage commercial business sign from early 1950's for All - Stainless, Inc. 78" long by 12" high panel of patinated blue colored aluminum with 1/4" thick die cut letters in natural...

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Vintage 1950s American Industrial Signs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Commercial Sign, English, Bronze, Sign-Written, Name Plaque, circa 1950
Vintage Commercial Sign, English, Bronze, Sign-Written, Name Plaque, circa 1950

Vintage Commercial Sign, English, Bronze, Sign-Written, Name Plaque, circa 1950

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage commercial sign. An English, bronze sign-written name plaque for Phoenix Assurance, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950.

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Bronze

Nancy Dwyer "S" Sculpture or Table
Nancy Dwyer "S" Sculpture or Table

Nancy Dwyer "S" Sculpture or Table

$2,900

H 28.5 in W 31.5 in D 17 in

Nancy Dwyer "S" Sculpture or Table

Located in Greensboro, NC

Dwyer's work critiques consumer culture and media using single, loaded words ("ego," "envy," "food") transformed into sculptures and paintings. She uses commercial sign-making techni...

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1990s American Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Abstract Impressionist Oil Painting in Red and Yellow, Signed, 1961
Abstract Impressionist Oil Painting in Red and Yellow, Signed, 1961

Abstract Impressionist Oil Painting in Red and Yellow, Signed, 1961

Located in Bainbridge, NY

The canvas utilized a commercial wooden stretcher. Signed Ray Slaverslay 1961 to canvas.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Large Art Deco Cinzano signed sculpture by Novita, France 1920s
Large Art Deco Cinzano signed sculpture by Novita, France 1920s

Large Art Deco Cinzano signed sculpture by Novita, France 1920s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A rare and charismatic example of early 20th‑century commercial art, this signed plaster advertising statue for Cinzano was created in France during the 1920s, at the height of the A...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Rare Hand Signed Faceted Paperweight, Val Saint Lambert Circa 1960
Rare Hand Signed Faceted Paperweight, Val Saint Lambert Circa 1960

Rare Hand Signed Faceted Paperweight, Val Saint Lambert Circa 1960

By Val Saint Lambert

Located in Bilzen, BE

The underside is polished and bears a hand-engraved signature: "Val St Lambert" — a strong indicator that this is a studio production, possibly a one-off or limited edition created o...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Rare Antique Wrought Iron French Locksmith Sign In The Form Of A Key
Rare Antique Wrought Iron French Locksmith Sign In The Form Of A Key

Rare Antique Wrought Iron French Locksmith Sign In The Form Of A Key

$3,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 67 in W 44 in D 0.75 in

Rare Antique Wrought Iron French Locksmith Sign In The Form Of A Key

Located in Calgary, Alberta

A rare survivor of French commercial heritage, this sign is both a work of sculptural decorative art and an evocative piece of social history.

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Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Tom Hayward Abstract Figural Painting, Cubist Style Faces, Neutral Tones
Large Tom Hayward Abstract Figural Painting, Cubist Style Faces, Neutral Tones

Large Tom Hayward Abstract Figural Painting, Cubist Style Faces, Neutral Tones

Located in Miami, FL

Its large scale is particularly desirable, making it ideal above a sofa, credenza, or dining room sideboard, or as a focal point in a gallery wall or design-forward commercial space....

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Rustic Weathered Wood Farm Stool/ Accent Table, Spain,  Early 20th-C
Rustic Weathered Wood Farm Stool/ Accent Table, Spain,  Early 20th-C

Rustic Weathered Wood Farm Stool/ Accent Table, Spain, Early 20th-C

$388Sale Price|28% Off

H 11.82 in W 14.97 in D 9.26 in

Rustic Weathered Wood Farm Stool/ Accent Table, Spain, Early 20th-C

Located in Valencia, VC

Made from repurposed wood, one side still bears a faint commercial code or sign from its previous life, likely a wooden shipping box.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages
Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages

Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages

$1,850 / set

H 10 in W 12 in D 0.5 in

Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages

Located in Downingtown, PA

When it was first released in 1938, the book served as an essential resource for graphic designers, commercial artists, and sign painters who were seeking a new, clean visual languag...

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Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Prints

Materials

Paper

1930s Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages
1930s Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages

1930s Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages

$1,500 / item

H 10 in W 12 in D 0.5 in

1930s Set of Nine Framed American Typography Pages

Located in Downingtown, PA

As a pre-digital reference for commercial artists, illustrators, and sign painters, these studies offered essential examples of contemporary and experimental lettering.

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Amsterdam Harbor View: Antique 19th Century Engraving of Maritime Life
Amsterdam Harbor View: Antique 19th Century Engraving of Maritime Life

Amsterdam Harbor View: Antique 19th Century Engraving of Maritime Life

Located in Langweer, NL

Amsterdam Harbor View: Antique 19th Century Engraving of Maritime Life This exquisite 19th-century engraving captures the lively and scenic Amsterdam harbor, a testament to the city...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

"Parrots and Trees, " Art Deco Painted Advertising Panel for Poll Parrot Shoes
"Parrots and Trees, " Art Deco Painted Advertising Panel for Poll Parrot Shoes

"Parrots and Trees, " Art Deco Painted Advertising Panel for Poll Parrot Shoes

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Brilliantly painted by a commercial artist, this large, rare sign panel may have been the most ambitious marketing piece ever created by the Poll-Parrot Shoe Company, one of America’...

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Paint

Spa Visitors in 18th Century Tunbridge Wells, After a 1748 Sketch
Spa Visitors in 18th Century Tunbridge Wells, After a 1748 Sketch

Spa Visitors in 18th Century Tunbridge Wells, After a 1748 Sketch

$151Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.85 in W 13 in D 0 in

Spa Visitors in 18th Century Tunbridge Wells, After a 1748 Sketch

Located in Langweer, NL

Some of the buildings appear to be shops or accommodations, with signs visible, indicating commercial activity catered to the spa visitors

Category

Antique 1890s Prints

Materials

Paper

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Commercial Sign Letter "O"/Pop Art
Commercial Sign Letter "O"/Pop Art

Commercial Sign Letter "O"/Pop Art

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H 11 in W 10.25 in D 6 in

Commercial Sign Letter "O"/Pop Art

Located in Winnetka, IL

A freestanding, vintage, white letter "O" from a commercial electric sign. In good condition. It is freestanding but would also be interesting as part of a wall display (see last pho...

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Acrylic

XXL Porcelain Vintage Antique School Sink Victorian Reclaimed Bathroom Fitting
XXL Porcelain Vintage Antique School Sink Victorian Reclaimed Bathroom Fitting

XXL Porcelain Vintage Antique School Sink Victorian Reclaimed Bathroom Fitting

By Westwood Industries

Located in London, GB

This sink would be perfect with few taps on the wall ether for restaurants, hotels or any other commercial or even residential projects. Signed under the sink Westwood made in Engl...

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Vintage 1920s British Victorian Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-20th Century Original Oil on Canvas Painting "Women in Purple" by, Ardell
Mid-20th Century Original Oil on Canvas Painting "Women in Purple" by, Ardell

Mid-20th Century Original Oil on Canvas Painting "Women in Purple" by, Ardell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Shirley, became a highly regarded and commercially successful artist, signing only those works that she recognized as her own.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Wood

Vintage Sign "Fashion Wigs"
Vintage Sign "Fashion Wigs"

Vintage Sign "Fashion Wigs"

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H 24 in W 96 in D 1 in

Vintage Sign "Fashion Wigs"

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Original commercial sign for "Fashion Wigs". This is painted on a wood plank, well done and the pictures tell the story.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Signs

Antique French Hand Painted Sign
Antique French Hand Painted Sign

Antique French Hand Painted Sign

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H 24 in W 76.8 in D 2.6 in

Antique French Hand Painted Sign

Located in High Point, NC

An antique hand-painted sign from France, produced circa 1900. This delicately painted commercial sign from the turn of the 20th century is now a testimonial of joie de vivre under t...

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Antique Early 1900s French Signs

Materials

Wood

Large Industrial Four-Plate Mirror
Large Industrial Four-Plate Mirror

Large Industrial Four-Plate Mirror

Located in Dallas, TX

Measures: 73" diameter. 1940s commercial sign frame reclaimed into a beautiful large mirror.

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Vintage 1940s French Industrial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Contemporary Modern Ahava "Love" Framed Silkscreen Signed Robert Indiana 1993
Contemporary Modern Ahava "Love" Framed Silkscreen Signed Robert Indiana 1993

Contemporary Modern Ahava "Love" Framed Silkscreen Signed Robert Indiana 1993

By Robert Indiana

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Robert Indiana (1928-2018) Was one of the central figures of the Pop Art movement, Indiana takes his inspiration from commercial signs, claiming: “There are more signs than trees in ...

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1990s American Prints

Original Vintage Tourist Travel Advertising Poster for Mount Cook New Zealand

Original Vintage Tourist Travel Advertising Poster for Mount Cook New Zealand

By Leonard Cornwall Mitchell

Located in London, GB

Stunning scenic illustration designed by the notable sign writer, commercial artist and graphic designer Leonard Cornwall Mitchell (1901–1971), who produced posters, coins and over 9...

Category

Vintage 1930s New Zealand Posters

Materials

Paper

Brutalist Style Bronze Group of a Roman Charioteer by Bill Lett American 20th C.
Brutalist Style Bronze Group of a Roman Charioteer by Bill Lett American 20th C.

Brutalist Style Bronze Group of a Roman Charioteer by Bill Lett American 20th C.

By Bill Lett

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

He has done store display work, commercial art, sign painting, and taught art in the Knoxville City Schools for almost thirty years.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French Antique Bronze Sculpture of Fighting Roosters by Auguste Cain
French Antique Bronze Sculpture of Fighting Roosters by Auguste Cain

French Antique Bronze Sculpture of Fighting Roosters by Auguste Cain

By Auguste Cain

Located in Shippensburg, PA

The model was cast by Cain's own atelier foundry until the 1880s when he signed a commercial agreement with Susse to have some of his models edited and cast by their foundries.

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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Decorative Brass Commercial Sign Accessory
19th Century Decorative Brass Commercial Sign Accessory

19th Century Decorative Brass Commercial Sign Accessory

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century decorative brass commercial sign accessory is an interesting artifact from the Belle Epoque period.

Category

Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Funky Vintage Israeli Ice Cream Commercial , Hand Painted On Metal
Funky Vintage Israeli Ice Cream Commercial , Hand Painted On Metal

Funky Vintage Israeli Ice Cream Commercial , Hand Painted On Metal

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Beautiful Judaica hand painting on metal of early commercial of the first ice cream company that was establish in the state of Israel, you could see early ice cream products With ...

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20th Century Israeli Signs

Materials

Metal, Tin

Levi's Overalls "The West's Most Famous Brand" Original 1940's Advertising, Huge
Levi's Overalls "The West's Most Famous Brand" Original 1940's Advertising, Huge

Levi's Overalls "The West's Most Famous Brand" Original 1940's Advertising, Huge

Located in Highwood, IL

We have been purchasing vintage commercial signs for over 30 years, and we have never discovered one of such grand proportions with such incredible subject matter.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Country Signs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Optometrist / Eyewear Mid-Century Modern Neon Sign Wall Light
Vintage Optometrist / Eyewear Mid-Century Modern Neon Sign Wall Light

Vintage Optometrist / Eyewear Mid-Century Modern Neon Sign Wall Light

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A super cool neon commercial sign from a optometrist office. It features a plum colored mounting board with yellow neon.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Art Glass, Plastic

Salvaged Mid-Century Era Commercial Lighted Telephone Direction Sign & Bracket
Salvaged Mid-Century Era Commercial Lighted Telephone Direction Sign & Bracket

Salvaged Mid-Century Era Commercial Lighted Telephone Direction Sign & Bracket

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This salvaged commercial lighted telephone sign is signed by an unknown maker, and originated from Canada, dating to approximately 1960 and done in the period Mid-Century style.

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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Rare 1980s Vintage Lee Jeans Commercial Dealer Leather Tag Neon Sign
Rare 1980s Vintage Lee Jeans Commercial Dealer Leather Tag Neon Sign

Rare 1980s Vintage Lee Jeans Commercial Dealer Leather Tag Neon Sign

Located in Lafayette, IN

Wonderful vintage Lee Jeans neon sign only available to official Lee Jeans dealers. Sign features a molded-foam form in the shape of a leather Lee tag (over plywood core), red neon "...

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Foam

1980s Chinese Restaurant Neon Sign, Film Prop, Pagoda Roof, Multi-Color
1980s Chinese Restaurant Neon Sign, Film Prop, Pagoda Roof, Multi-Color

1980s Chinese Restaurant Neon Sign, Film Prop, Pagoda Roof, Multi-Color

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Originally commissioned as a production prop, the sign embodies the nostalgic charm of commercial signage from decades past.

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Wire

84" Round Rosewood Table by Florence Knoll for Knoll International 1960s, Signed
84" Round Rosewood Table by Florence Knoll for Knoll International 1960s, Signed

84" Round Rosewood Table by Florence Knoll for Knoll International 1960s, Signed

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This incredibly huge 84" and one-of-a-kind custom commissioned Florence Knoll dining table was meticulously crafted in the 1960s by Knoll International and has just completed full re...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Three Faces Vintage Vase by Karen Waterman
Three Faces Vintage Vase by Karen Waterman

Three Faces Vintage Vase by Karen Waterman

Located in Soquel, CA

Ivory glaze background with "striped" faces in a variety of hues makes this piece complement and spruce up any residential or commercial setting. Signed and dated on bottom. Size: 11...

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1990s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Albert Mead Pattison French Canadian Farmhouse Oil Painting
Albert Mead Pattison French Canadian Farmhouse Oil Painting

Albert Mead Pattison French Canadian Farmhouse Oil Painting

Located in San Francisco, CA

The frame measures 8" wide x 10" high. Signed in the lower left corner. Albert Mead "Pat" Pattison (9 April 1880 – 26 November 1957) was a Quebec-based Canadian artist who work...

Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Paintings

Materials

Other

"SIN" a Delightfully Provocative Working Neon Commercial Sign
"SIN" a Delightfully Provocative Working Neon Commercial Sign

"SIN" a Delightfully Provocative Working Neon Commercial Sign

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A delightfully provocative large commercial channel letter sign with black weathered sides, brass edge trim and sinfully red acrylic faces.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

French Cinema Sign
French Cinema Sign

French Cinema Sign

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H 18 in W 43.5 in D 8 in

French Cinema Sign

Located in Hudson, NY

Rare French two-sided early 20th century “Cinéma” commercial sign. Standard European 230v wiring with US 120v adapter.

Category

Early 20th Century French Signs

Materials

Metal

A Vintage Hollywood sign
A Vintage Hollywood sign

A Vintage Hollywood sign

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H 91 in W 68 in D 8 in

A Vintage Hollywood sign

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A vintage, commercial "channel letter" HOLLYWOOD sign with opaque white acrylic face inserts.

Category

Late 20th Century American Signs

1980s Vintage Baci Perugina Screen Printed Double-Sided Oval Sign
1980s Vintage Baci Perugina Screen Printed Double-Sided Oval Sign

1980s Vintage Baci Perugina Screen Printed Double-Sided Oval Sign

Located in Milan, IT

1980s vintage Baci Perugina short advertising pole with two screen printed oval signs (front and back). This object was displayed on top of product dispenser in various commercia...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Signs

Materials

Metal

Bold Painted "Candy" Sign
Bold Painted "Candy" Sign

Bold Painted "Candy" Sign

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H 14 in W 40 in D 1 in

Bold Painted "Candy" Sign

Located in Hudson, NY

Very graphic and beautifully colored commercial sign advertising candy Created in the 1930's

Category

Vintage 1930s Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

A Spectacular Vintage Commercial "HOLLYWOOD"Sign.
A Spectacular Vintage Commercial "HOLLYWOOD"Sign.

A Spectacular Vintage Commercial "HOLLYWOOD"Sign.

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A spectacular large scale vintage 1980's "HOLLYWOOD" sign rendered in reclaimed commercial channel letters that used to be lit with neon.

Category

1990s American Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"Fun Factory" a Whimsical Vintage 1950s Commercial Channel Letter Sign
"Fun Factory" a Whimsical Vintage 1950s Commercial Channel Letter Sign

"Fun Factory" a Whimsical Vintage 1950s Commercial Channel Letter Sign

Located in Palm Springs, CA

"Fun Factory" A whimsical group of commercial channel letters circa 1950's. Freshly painted in an array of carnival colors, this sign is irresistible.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

1986, George J. Sowden, Mirror for 'La Donna' Magazine
1986, George J. Sowden, Mirror for 'La Donna' Magazine

1986, George J. Sowden, Mirror for 'La Donna' Magazine

By George Sowden

Located in Paris, FR

These mirrors were never available commercially. Signed to reverse: [George J Sowden 1986].

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

"Everybody Is A Star" A Large 9' Tall Vintage Custom Mirrored HOLLYWOOD Sign
"Everybody Is A Star" A Large 9' Tall Vintage Custom Mirrored HOLLYWOOD Sign

"Everybody Is A Star" A Large 9' Tall Vintage Custom Mirrored HOLLYWOOD Sign

Located in Palm Springs, CA

We have offered other vintage commercial Hollywood signs in the past and this one is truly the best of them all.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sheet Metal

Glass Mosaic "El Tianguis" by Salvador Terán, Mexico, 1962
Glass Mosaic "El Tianguis" by Salvador Terán, Mexico, 1962

Glass Mosaic "El Tianguis" by Salvador Terán, Mexico, 1962

By Salvador Teran

Located in Hudson, NY

Depicting pre-hispanic indian commercial market transactions. Signed and titled at bottom.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Set of 10 Ernesto Garcia Cabral Prints
Set of 10 Ernesto Garcia Cabral Prints

Set of 10 Ernesto Garcia Cabral Prints

Located in Brooklyn, NY

As with many artists, his commercial work was rarely signed on any advertising posters.

Category

20th Century Mexican Prints

R and L "Pop Art" Commercial Sign Letters
R and L "Pop Art" Commercial Sign Letters

R and L "Pop Art" Commercial Sign Letters

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H 24 in W 15 in D 5.5 in

R and L "Pop Art" Commercial Sign Letters

Located in Winnetka, IL

A pair of large cherry red acrylic letters in a friendly font reminiscent of comic sans. Both are freestanding, "pop art" related imagery. Very cool, especially if your name is Ralph...

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Signs

Materials

Metal

19th Century English Wrought Iron Sign Bracket
19th Century English Wrought Iron Sign Bracket

19th Century English Wrought Iron Sign Bracket

Located in Southampton, NY

Great for a commercial use business sign or residential.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Shoehorn in Brass and Leather Designed by Carl Aubock
Shoehorn in Brass and Leather Designed by Carl Aubock

Shoehorn in Brass and Leather Designed by Carl Aubock

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Providence, RI

There is another identical piece on 1stdibs at the moment that is signed AUBOCK. This piece was most likely produced by Aubock for a commercial retailer.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

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Used Commercial Signs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of used commercial signs available for sale. Each of these unique used commercial signs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using plastic, metal and acrylic. There are all kinds of used commercial signs available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Used commercial signs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many used commercial signs are appealing in their simplicity, but Jean Jacques Sempé produced popular used commercial signs that are worth a look.

How Much are Used Commercial Signs?

Used commercial signs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $775, while the lowest priced sells for $195 and the highest can go for as much as $2,400.
Questions About Used Commercial Signs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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.