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Original 1940s HMV Illuminated Shop Sign Salvaged from Oxford Street Flagship

About the Item

A rare and iconic piece of British retail history, this authentic 1940s HMV illuminated shop sign has been salvaged with care and expertise from the legendary His Master’s Voice store on Oxford Street, London. With its distinctive bevelled, three-sided design and original mirrored glass panels, each face proudly displays the bold “H.M.V.” monogram flanked by the famous dog-and-gramophone logo — a hallmark of one of Britain’s most revered music retailers. This double-sided, internally illuminated sign is a commanding architectural relic, once mounted outside HMV’s flagship location, where it shone as a beacon for music lovers for decades. The typography, stylised in dramatic Art Deco fashion, is hand-applied behind glass — a meticulous process typical of mid-century craftsmanship. Restoration has been sensitively undertaken to preserve the patina and honest wear accrued over more than 80 years. The piece has been professionally rewired to current UK electrical standards and PAT tested, allowing safe operation for decorative or nostalgic use in interiors, showrooms, commercial spaces, or high-end private collections. Historical Significance: The His Master’s Voice (HMV) brand dates back to the late 19th century and became a cornerstone of British cultural life. Its Oxford Street store opened in the 1920s and became a landmark, not just in retail, but in British musical history — a place where generations discovered vinyl, celebrated new releases, and queued for artist signings. This sign would have stood sentinel through war, recovery, revolutions in music formats, and the golden age of British rock. This is not merely signage. It is a luminous fragment of cultural heritage — a collector’s artefact of Britain’s musical soul.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 49.22 in (125 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    220-240v
  • Lampshade:
    Not Included
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Art Glass,Steel
  • Place of Origin:
    Europe
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Original 1940s HMV Illuminated Shop Sign Salvaged from Oxford Street Flagship Rewired & PAT Tested.
  • Seller Location:
    Alton, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: KC000251stDibs: LU10331245249202

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