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Impressive Huge 19th Century Pawnbroker Folk Art Sign with Three Spheres Symbol

About the Item

An impressive rare and monumental in scale folk art pawnbroker trade sign with its original trio of giltwood spheres which represent the universal symbol for the pawnbroker trade. Each sphere is suspended by a wrought iron inserted hook, they also retain there original oil gilt finish with age related wear knocks and abrasions totally untouched and original. The decorative wrought iron bracket also has its original green painted finish. Mid 19th century in age, English in origins 116cm in depth (of bracket) 51cm in width 71cm in height Two balls are 31cm in diameter, the third one is 39cm in diameter 108cm approx in drop when balls are in situ
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.96 in (71 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)Depth: 45.67 in (116 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Pine,Wrought Iron
  • Place of Origin:
    England
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612139005482