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A Pair of Royal Warrant Proclamation Signs

Offered by: Yew Tree House

Description
A pair of large wall-hanging framed Royal Warrant of Appointment proclamations reversed painted on glass and dating from the early 20th century. Royal warrants were granted by the King and Queen to select trusted purveyors to the Royal Household. These name Queen Victoria and King Edward VII in one and King George V and Queen Alexandra in the other, in elaborate hand-painted gilt lettering on a white background against a red matting. These were probably used as advertising in a high-end shop premises. Framed in a black wood frame, with original wooden backboards. Handsome, substantial and historical.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	1900-1919
Condition:	Good. Good antique condition
Creation Date:	1910
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Victorian
Dealer Reference #:	YEWTR00002029
Incollect Reference #:	789472

Dimensions

W.	72.5 in;	H.	25 in;	D.	1.5 in;
W.	184.15 cm;	H.	63.5 cm;	D.	3.81 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.