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Antique Advertising Lithograph on Tin, J.B. Lewis Shoemaker Boston

About the Item

This beautiful litho of a man working at his trade is a fine example of antique advertising. We have a special love of tin lithograph. In fact this sign currently is on our wall at home. Here is a shoemaker with an ascot, now that is class.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Gesso,Tin,Wood,Gilt,Other,Varnished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: The sign has 3 holes that were filled and in painted. Fortunately all of it is above the subjects head, and therefor is not really offensive. Other than that, and some wear along the far right side of the sign, it really is in quite good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Petaluma, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: f87991612146202873fs

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