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Antique Reverse-Painted & Gold Leaf Glass Restaurant Sign – "Fine Food Special Dinner 75¢"
Up for sale is a rare, authentic antique reverse-painted glass restaurant sign advertising "Fine Food, Reasonable Prices, Special Dinner 75¢". This genuine turn-of-the-century piece features exceptional historical craftsmanship, boasting brilliant gold leaf lettering with black outlines and a deep red drop-shadow highlighting the main "Fine Food" text.
Dimensions & Weight—
Length: Approx. 19.5 inches
Height: Approx. 5.5 inches
Thick: Heavy-gauge antique glass approx. 1/4”
Weight: 3 lbs 6.3 oz (unpacked)
🍽️The lettering is expertly applied to the reverse side of a heavy, thick piece of distinctively textured antique glass which beautifully catches and diffuses light.
🍽️This is a phenomenal piece of authentic American history, perfect for serious collectors of early advertising, antique typography, or museum-quality kitchen decor.
🍽️This authentic antique diner sign features beautiful reverse painted glass and genuine gold leaf advertising, making it a highly sought-after piece of antique restaurant decor.
🍽️Crafted with a distinct hand painted glass sign technique, this rare early 1900s sign is a prime example of a turn of the century sign that will make an exceptional addition for any serious Americana collector.
Condition Details:
Glass: Excellent structural preservation. No chips, cracks, or flea bites along the edges. The glass is heavy-gauge and sturdy.
Paint/Gold Leaf: Exhibits beautiful, authentic antique patina. There is natural flaking, fine cracking, and lifting to the black paint outlines and gold leaf lettering (most visible under close magnification, as pictured), which guarantees its authentic antique age. The reverse side clearly showcases the hand-layered painting techniques of the era.
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