circa 1920
About
Great early 20th century advertising. This, circa 1920 Tetley brand tea sign is made of sheet steel in a wood frame with a cloth backing. The sign is in fair shape with some wear and loss, but overall still shows great color and detail in the hand-painted artwork.
Details
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Date of Manufacture
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Period
Materials and Techniques
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ConditionFair
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WearWear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
Dimensions
84 in. H
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45.75 in. W
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3 in. D
213 cm H
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116 cm W
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8 cm D
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Dealer LocationAurora, OR
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Number of Items1
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Reference NumberLU161525660013
About the Seller
1stdibs seller since 2015
Typical response time: 1 hour
Located in Aurora, OR
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