Vintage 1940s Hand-Lettered Painted Black on White Enamel No Smoking Sign

Description

Rectangular Hand lettered Black on White metal sign reading "No Smoking Per Order of State Fire Marshal" Circa 1940s. Black border and silver decoration. Holes for hanging in each of the four corners.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Patinated

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Enamel

Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Patinated

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

12 x 16 x 0.2 in

Vintage 1940s Hand-Lettered Painted Black on White Enamel No Smoking Sign

Lot 0298

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