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Framed 18th c. Merchant Trade Sign

Offered by: Yew Tree House

Description
A late 18th century/early 19th century trade sign from a Dutch West Indies shipping merchant. The carved wood and polychromed sign depicts a winged-foot Mercury figure surrounded by garlands with his ship and the wares of a tobacco merchant at his feet. This trade sign would function as a transom that was either glazed or open depending on the time of year. Now a rare and fabulous piece of wall mounted folk art.

More Information

Period:	18th Century
Condition:	Good. Good antique condition
Creation Date:	1790
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	YEWTR00001797
Incollect Reference #:	744641

Dimensions

W.	50 in;	H.	39 in;	D.	2 in;
W.	127 cm;	H.	99.06 cm;	D.	5.08 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.