Hand reverse painted sign for 'Relief Stamping'. c.1930
Perhaps once part of a larger trade sign or salesman piece, but beautifully created with a perfect amount of wear. Shows signs of the backing paper to the corners and an amazing depth of colour in the gilt lettering. Housed in a wooden frame.
Hand reverse painted sign for 'Relief Stamping'. c.1930
Perhaps once part of a larger trade sign or salesman piece, but beautifully created with a perfect amount of wear. Shows signs of the backing paper to the corners and an amazing depth of colour in the gilt lettering. Housed in a wooden frame.
What is reverse painting?
Reverse painting is a process where the rear side of the glass is painted, and once flipped appears in the correct way. Quite often gold leaf is used to highlight wording or motifs.
Dimensions
Length: 1240mm
Height: 330mm
Weight: 6kg
