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This 'Gentlemen' enamel sign, complete with directional arrow comes from the Midlands Region (identifiable by it's burgandy background colour) of the British Rail Network and dates to the 1950s. British Railway's enamel signs are very iconic and combine simple, clear typography with vibrant colours and have their lovely rounded edges.
This sign is single sided - it would have originally been back to back with a matching sign so that it could have hung from the middle of the platform/station and been visible on both sides. It now hangs neatly against a wall. Perfect for use in a pub / bar / cafe where it can be both functional and decorative.
It's survived the decades in very good condition retaining a vibrant background colour and a great surface gloss (see angled photos where I have tried to demonstrate this). There are a few patches of enamel loss - almost entirely around the outer edges and some light surface scratching though I'd suggest these add to the character of the piece without impacting its legibility.
It measures 3ft / 91.5cm wide x 1ft / 30.5cm high x 3cm deep.
- Period: 1950s
- Sold
- Location: London
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- Dimensions: H: 30.5cm (12.01in)
- W: 91.5cm (36.02in)
- D: 3cm (1.18in)
