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Whitbread Sign No 1

About the Item

A large 1920s, hand painted, tough canvas and wooden framed sign which would have originally been fixed to the side of a Ford Model T van advertising the business’ services. This is 1 of 2 signs available. The sign is hand written in cream typography over a dark green background, and has been lovingly repaired over the many years of use, with some old historic stitches to a few areas which add to the charm of the sign. It still retains its original eyehole fixings and can be easily wall mounted.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.71 in (78 cm)Width: 40.56 in (103 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1920
  • Condition:
    Repaired: There are a few areas of historic stitching to mend tears. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lymington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10241244027232

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