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c. 1950s-1960s; Nunn-Bush Shoe Co. - Milwaukee, WI
Large double-sided illuminated storefront sign advertising Nunn-Bush Shoes, finished in a bold …
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c. 1950s-1960s; Nunn-Bush Shoe Co. - Milwaukee, WI
Large double-sided illuminated storefront sign advertising Nunn-Bush Shoes, finished in a bold red and yellow color scheme with raised acrylic lettering and aluminum framing. The body features a rounded "bull nose" end and a streamlined mid-century profile, emblematic of postwar retail design. Internal fluorescent lighting has been rewired and is in working condition, producing an even glow behind the lettering when illuminated.
Nunn-Bush was founded in 1912 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and became one of America's premier men's footwear manufacturers-known for quality, comfort, and extensive national advertising throughout the mid-20th century. Their retail signage often reflected the sleek, modern aesthetic of the era, pairing bright enamel colors with durable aluminum construction. This example retains its original panels, period typeface, and shopworn patina consistent with decades of storefront exposure.
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- Dimensions
- 72ʺW × 10ʺD × 35ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Lights
- Metal
- Plastic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Sign lights up with new wiring. Displays minor rust near the bull nose edge and an 8" crack in the … moreSign lights up with new wiring. Displays minor rust near the bull nose edge and an 8" crack in the lower right corner on one face near the word SHOES. Overall surface wear consistent with age and use. less
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