1912 Hand Painted Barge Boat Sign - J Jones & Son Birmingham

Just imagine the life on the canal and this sign attached to the side of your barge. No doubt the life was a hard one and probably a nice if you didn't know anything different, family in tow, entire possessions on the boat with you where ever you travelled to-and-fro. Once the lifeblood of the country transporting goods up and down the country, very nostalgic Take a look at the colours, script and wear. Such a charming piece of historic art, with a warm hue of the subtle brown base paint, the muted yellow border framing both inner panels. The delightful floral design is wonderful framed off by the owners name J. Jones & Co - Birmingham. Barge no 12 registered in 1912. Says it all really. Very rarely do this come up and I will probably not see another for some time. This is as found, has not been restored or cleaned in anyway, all original. Period: Circa 1912 Material: Wood & Paint Approximate Dimensions: 98cm wide 53.5cm high 2cm deep Condition: As you can imagine our products had a life before we got them. Therefore, you will see signs of ageing, wear, fading & marks which create their unique look. Flaky paint. Some old woodworm, not live, but treated for good measure. Overall the condition is a good and the condition is commensurate with its age.