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Set of Three Folk Art Straight Edge Razor Trade Signs

$790per set
£595.59per set
€693.29per set
CA$1,111.41per set
A$1,117.91per set
CHF 651.38per set
MX$13,620.15per set
NOK 7,491.27per set
SEK 7,684.54per set
DKK 5,181.86per set

About the Item

Three whimsical American folk carved wood art trade signs in the form of straight edge razors. Used by barbers as interior advertisements. Two have painted black handles, all open and close. These would be great either framed or mounted as a group. Sizes: 1-18 inches 2-16.75 inches 3-14 inches.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8030899161

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