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Unintentionally Whimsical Lobster Pound Sign, circa 1970

$1,400
£1,066.10
€1,217.42
CA$1,967.17
A$2,158.36
CHF 1,136.92
MX$25,676.01
NOK 14,563.84
SEK 13,298.77
DKK 9,095.28

About the Item

Unintentionally Whimsical Lobster Pound Sign, circa 1970, a great vintage hand-painted two board trade sign for a lobster pound. I love the idea of advertising where lobsters can park! The sign remains in great slightly weathered condition. Measures: 9-1/2 in H x 26-1/2 in W
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Nantucket, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AD - 294-80 EHE1stDibs: LU903945918442

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