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Vintage "African Queen" Boat Name Sign, circa 1950s

About the Item

A fantastic vintage "African Queen" boat name sign, circa 1950s Measures: 59.63" W x 0.75" D x 10.13" H. Hand carved wood and paint Very good original vintage condition. Possibly affiliated with the 1951 movie African Queen starring Humphrey Bogart and Katherine Hepburn and directed by John Huston, although we have no documentation regarding this.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.13 in (25.74 cm)Width: 59.63 in (151.47 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good original vintage condition. Normal minor wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    South Bend, IN
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 58451stDibs: LU2745318642742
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