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19th Century Gold Giltwood Carved Letters William Trade Sign

$4,500
£3,440.49
€3,962.75
CA$6,305.88
A$7,039.92
CHF 3,688.81
MX$86,175.55
NOK 46,847.96
SEK 44,171.68
DKK 29,574.40
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About the Item

Classic 19th century American wood trade sign with chunky hand carved and gold painted letters. Ready to display.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 99 in (251.46 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Good condition for a 19th century trade sign. Some paint wear and loss. Very minor paint loss and wear around frame. Super solid and stable sign.
  • Seller Location:
    Santa Monica, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU873418103992

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