Two-sided "Union House" Tavern Sign

Description:

Two-sided "Union House" Tavern Sign, New England or New York, mid-19th century, spreadwing eagle with shield and flag panoply within an oval lettered with "UNION HOUSE" with foliate spandrels housed in a molded frame with wrought iron brackets, the reverse showing a brown horse against a landscape within an oval lettered "UNION HOUSE" with banded spandrels, (later varnished surface),ht. 38 1/2, wd. 53 in.
Estimate $8,000-12,000


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). 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 Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.