Antique “Agent For Lipton’s Teas” Double-sided Enamel / Porcelain Sign

Item:           Antique Lipton Tea Double-sided Enamel / Porcelain Sign
Circa:           1900-1910

Enamel/Porcelain heavy metal double-sided sign in good condition for age, with very deep, bright blue background which makes a stunning presentation. There is age-related wear to include some lose of enamel to edging on both sides and attempted restoration to lettering on one side. A lovely example of early Lipton Tea advertising.

This is truly a museum piece – it came from the Mouldsworth Motor Museum near Chester, England, which closed in early 2013.

Dimensions:
Length:  16.5 inches (41cm)
Height:   13 inches (33cm)
Depth:    2 inches (5cm) depth of flange

Condition:
Bright colours and good texture to letters. The sign has some enamel loss and early restoration to certain letters and edges on one side, as described and pictured above.