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Framed 18th c. Merchant Trade Sign

About the Item

A late 18th century/early 19th century trade sign from a Dutch West Indies shipping merchant. The carved wood and polychromed sign depicts a winged-foot Mercury figure surrounded by garlands with his ship and the wares of a tobacco merchant at his feet. This trade sign would function as a transom that was either glazed or open depending on the time of year. Now a rare and fabulous piece of wall mounted folk art.

Dimensions:
Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 50 in (127 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
Style:
Folk Art (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Netherlands
Period:
Late 18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1790
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition.
Seller Location:
Greenwich, CT
Reference Number:
Seller: YEWTR000017971stDibs: LU798341071472

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