J296 Superb mid-19th century banner / ribbon, shaped Trade Sign advertising “Carpets” in the center – with “Hats” and “Caps” on the left, and “Boots” and “Shoes” on the right. Fantastic original painted surface consisting of gold gild hand painted letters on a black painted background. Circa 1850-1860s.
Measurements: 70 ½” wide x 8” tall (11 ¼” at tallest points) x ½” thick.
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