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Description:
Painted and Smalted Double-sided Tin "Fish And Oyster Market" Sign, early 20th century, lettered in silver on a dark blue smalt ground, depicting a fish in a light blue reserve and further lettered "If It Swims We Have It," the tin bent on one edge at a 90-degree angle to allow it to be fixed to a surface by screws, ht. 30, dp. 15 1/2 in.
Estimate $300-500
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.