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Rare Early 20th Century Opticians English Enamel Trade Sign

$2,672.32
£1,950
€2,274.99
CA$3,660.41
A$4,071.18
CHF 2,125.84
MX$49,541.88
NOK 27,150.24
SEK 25,462.14
DKK 16,979.13
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Rare early 20th century opticians English enamel trade sign A rare example of an early 20th century opticians English enamel trade sign. With highly decorative graphics, stating optician by exam for perfect glasses as to see Mr Fletcher. This example would have been produced specifically for W.H Fletcher of 165a Kings St. London and was created by Clark & Norman Ltd of Charing Cross. Size in inches: H 48” x W 36” x D 0.2” Date: 1920 Material: Enamel Origin: England Condition: Fair Completely solid in structure, colour not faded but sections of the edge have aged corrosions as shown.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5.08 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4304228067712

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