An Elm Shop Sign of Circular Form

Object Description

An Elm Shop Sign of Circular Form
With black painted inscriptions
Wood, pigment, iron
Japan
Late 18th / Early 19th Century

Size: 69.5cm high, 63.5cm dia. – 27½ ins high, 25 ins dia.

Object Literature

The simplicity of this circular Japanese shop sign, with a plain iron hook, cannot be overstated. Originally displaying Japanese characters to both sides, with the name of the shop and or profession of the owner, now long since faded. Weathered original patina to the surface with a deep glossy colour.

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