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Large Channel Letter A Circus Lettering Advertising Sign from the the 1960s

$420
£312.45
€366.32
CA$587.42
A$655.88
CHF 344.13
MX$8,094.66
NOK 4,325.77
SEK 4,047.52
DKK 2,732.80
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About the Item

A beautiful and decorative large vintage tin channel letter “A” made of sheet metal, painted in a vibrant yellow with red sides. It is dated around the 1960s, though it may be older. The previous owner told us that the letter came from circus signage — while we cannot confirm this, the shape and color make it seem very plausible. It might also have originated from a theater or variety show. In any case, it is a striking and decorative object in overall good condition, with a charming patina that could only develop over many decades. Dimensions: width 25", height 22", depth 4“.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Industrial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Vienna, AT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1015245596272

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