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Description
Single-sided porcelain enamel trade sign featuring a stylized portrait of a young boy wearing round spectacles, rendered in warm tones … Read more Single-sided porcelain enamel trade sign featuring a stylized portrait of a young boy wearing round spectacles, rendered in warm tones with pale blue lenses. Beneath the portrait sits a large graphic of eyeglasses, reinforcing its use as an optometry or eyewear shop display. The porcelain surface exhibits extensive crazing across the white field, with scattered rust-through spots where the enamel has failed, exposing the steel beneath. Edges show notable loss and chipping, especially along the upper and right sides, with darkened corrosion halos surrounding mounting holes. The imagery remains legible and expressive despite the heavy wear, giving the piece a strong, timeworn presence. See less
- Dimensions
- 16.5ʺW × 1ʺD × 14.25ʺH
- Styles
- Americana
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Shows heavy wear throughout including enamel loss, rust-through, edge chipping, surface scratching, and oxidation. Back side shows full surface rust … moreShows heavy wear throughout including enamel loss, rust-through, edge chipping, surface scratching, and oxidation. Back side shows full surface rust consistent with age and use. less
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