בידספיריט | John M Schneider Notary Public

John M Schneider Notary Public Trade Sign - C-22241 Late 19th to early 20th-century dimensional trade sign for John M. Schneider, Notary Public, advertising real estate, loans, and insurance. Applied raised lettering features gilt faces with contrasting blue and red shadowing. Signed along the lower edge by Krenz & Zaffrann of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a firm active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. c. late 19th-early 20th century; Krenz & Zaffrann – Milwaukee, WI Sign exhibits extensive loss and flaking to the gilt and painted lettering, surface soiling, staining, scratches, and discoloration. Small gauge under glass as shown. Mildew is present beneath the glass. Wood frame has finish loss, abrasions, edge wear, and scattered losses, particularly at the corners. Heavy composition fiberboard backing shows surface wear and abrasions. Piece weighs approximately 20 lbs. 38.5” L x 18.75” H