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Large Carved Pub Sign

Offered by: Yew Tree House

Description
A pub sign depicting a whimsical fox emerging from a gilt jug, of very large scale. Hand-hewn from solid wood and skilfully relief carved - the fox has distinct fur, legs, ear, snout and and eyes, and the jug has a smooth surface of hourglass form and a shaped handle. Well-decorated painted and gilt surface. Cobb & Co. was an old Margate-based brewery. A remarkable piece of folk-art. English, mid-20th c.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good. Good antique condition - old chip to ear. Retouched.
Creation Date:	1930
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art
Dealer Reference #:	YEWTR00002276
Incollect Reference #:	841417

Dimensions

W.	51 in;	H.	64 in;	D.	14.5 in;
W.	129.54 cm;	H.	162.56 cm;	D.	36.83 cm;

Message from Seller:

Yew Tree House Antiques, established in 1991, specializes in unique pieces with “soulfulness of character,” carefully curated by Kevin Kleinbardt and Ahna Petersen. Visit us at The Gallery at 200 Lex in New York City or contact us at 212.249.6612 | ythantiques@yahoo.com.