Showrooms

CARVED SHOP SIGN

Offered by: Levy Galleries

Description
CARVED SHOP SIGN
Mid Atlantic States, probably Philadelphia Late 18th or Early 19th Century

Primary Wood: Poplar by micro-analysis

Height: 25 inches
Width: 20 1/2 inches
Depth: 3 inches

Reference: Other Eighteenth century carved shop signs appear in Robert Bishop’s American Folk Sculpture, pages 22-28. This is likely the shop sign of a carver, given the activity of the figure in the sign. In other words, a carving of a carver carving.

#863

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	18th Century
Creation Date:	Late 18th Century/Early 19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	863
Incollect Reference #:	842770

Dimensions

W.	20.5 in;	H.	25 in;	D.	3 in;
W.	52.07 cm;	H.	63.5 cm;	D.	7.62 cm;

Message from Seller:

For over 100 years and spanning four generations, the Levy family has been involved in the field of top-quality Americana, working with some of the most prestigious private and public collections worldwide. We invite you to explore our varied collections of Americana, including American furniture, silver, ceramics, needlework, and paintings, at our New York City loft space in Chelsea. For inquiries, please contact us at 212.628.7088 or email frank@levygalleries.com.