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Description
c. 1900s; mfd. by H. Bull & Sons for Marston's, Ltd. - Burton-on-Trent, England
Reverse painted on glass (ROG) advertising …
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c. 1900s; mfd. by H. Bull & Sons for Marston's, Ltd. - Burton-on-Trent, England
Reverse painted on glass (ROG) advertising sign for Marston's Brown Label Whisky, featuring bold, dimensional lettering reading "Ask For Marston's Brown Label Whisky" set against a softly rendered scenic background. The typography carries a strong late Victorian to early Edwardian commercial style, with shadowed and layered lettering that gives the text a raised, almost gilded effect. At the upper left, a detailed inset panel reads "Marston's Ltd., Burton-on-Trent - Special Scotch Whisky," reinforcing the brand's identity and quality claims.
The sign is housed in a period wood frame with a warm, dark finish that complements the palette of the glass. The reverse-painted surface shows characteristic age with light crazing and subtle paint wear visible through the glass, while the imagery and lettering remain strong and legible. The back retains a partial label for H. Bull & Sons-fine art dealers, gilders, and restorers at 116 High Street, Burton-on-Trent-linking the piece directly to its maker and regional context.
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- Dimensions
- 21.5ʺW × 2ʺD × 13.5ʺH
- Styles
- American
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Metal
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Shows moderate wear including surface crazing, light paint loss typical of reverse glass signs, and edge wear to the frame, … moreShows moderate wear including surface crazing, light paint loss typical of reverse glass signs, and edge wear to the frame, with deterioration to the backing paper label. less
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