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Large Early 20th Century American Usg Sheetrock Advertising Porcelain Sign

$3,350
£2,543.73
€2,908.95
CA$4,680.44
A$5,205.67
CHF 2,718.24
MX$63,347.42
NOK 34,716.04
SEK 32,557.52
DKK 21,710.61
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About the Item

A scarce antique, circa 1920s /1930s, USG (United States Gypsum) porcelain enameled advertising sign, early 20th century, industrial American Art Deco Modern taste. The large blue, orange and white sign having the early USG logo, "Sheetrock The Fireproof Wallboard" with the image of a man hanging a sheetrock - drywall panel. Dimensions: (approx) 35.5" High, 60" Wide Beautifully aged rustic patina adds to the antique character and charm. Wear consistent with age and use, including heavily worn, patinated, weathered and distressed with typical scattered oxidation and losses. Presents splendidly. Structurally sound.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 60 in (152.4 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Style:
    Industrial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Enamel,Metal,Enameled
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920s/1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Beautifully aged rustic patina adds to the antique character and charm. Wear consistent with age and use, including heavily worn, patinated, weathered and distressed with typical scattered oxidation and losses. Presents splendidly. Structurally sound.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977234810772

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