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Zinc and Gold Horse Head Butchers Trade Sign Flemish 1860

About the Item

19th century Flemish gilt zinc horse head trade sign. This beautiful hand made sign was used by a Flemish butcher and dates to circa 1860. There are still remnants of the beautiful gilt decoration that would have covered the entire head and mane. Some small areas of splits to to the Zinc commensurate with the age of the piece. There is a wire to the back from which it hangs. This is of superb proportions. Height 54cm x Width 38cm x Depth 41cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.26 in (54 cm)Width: 14.97 in (38 cm)Depth: 16.15 in (41 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1860-1869
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hastings, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Zinc Horse Head1stDibs: LU3311335308242
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