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Fabulous Large Georgian Antique Painted Pine Sign
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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Fabulous Large Georgian Antique Painted Pine Sign

18th century
Sold 20 May 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Fabulous Large Georgian Antique Painted Pine Sign

A rare surviving English 18th century antique large scale sign, mounted in a shaped, deeply moulded frame with the original hand painted lettering of the first two of the ten commandments on wide pine boards. In amazing condition with no over painting, entirely original and having a superb surface /finish. A very decorative large scale English Georgian antique painted pine sign board.

Dimensions

Height: 140cm (55.56")

Width: 88cm (34.92")

Depth: 5cm (1.98")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Painted Wooden Sign to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
88cm (34.65")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1142637
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Description
Fabulous Large Georgian Antique Painted Pine Sign

A rare surviving English 18th century antique large scale sign, mounted in a shaped, deeply moulded frame with the original hand painted lettering of the first two of the ten commandments on wide pine boards. In amazing condition with no over painting, entirely original and having a superb surface /finish. A very decorative large scale English Georgian antique painted pine sign board.

Dimensions

Height: 140cm (55.56")

Width: 88cm (34.92")

Depth: 5cm (1.98")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Painted Wooden Sign to the 18th Century.

Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
88cm (34.65")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1142637
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

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Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A large arched Georgian wooden board featuring hand-painted lettering and distressed dark green and brown paintwork. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A large arched Georgian wooden board featuring hand-painted lettering and distressed dark green and brown paintwork. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Fabulous Large Georgian Antique Painted Pine Sign

Archive II A large arched Georgian wooden board featuring hand-painted lettering and distressed dark green and brown paintwork. View II
Archive III A large arched Georgian wooden board featuring hand-painted lettering and distressed dark green and brown paintwork. View III
Archive IV A large arched Georgian wooden board featuring hand-painted lettering and distressed dark green and brown paintwork. View IV
Archive V A large arched Georgian wooden board featuring hand-painted lettering and distressed dark green and brown paintwork. View V
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United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 162
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A large arched Georgian wooden board featuring hand-painted lettering and distressed dark green and brown paintwork.
Fabulous Large Georgian Antique Painted Pine Sign
Ref: SA1142637
A large arched Georgian wooden board featuring hand-painted lettering and distressed dark green and brown paintwork.
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  • ObjectDecorative Signs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPine, Paint
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsArched top, Hand-painted typography, Moulded frame, Distressed finish
  • SizeH 140 cm (55 in) x W 88 cm (35 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

Georgian painted signs typically date from the 18th to early 19th centuries, characterised by hand-lettered text, often featuring religious script, civic declarations, or trade notices intended for public display.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid native timbers such as pine or deal planks, joined with handmade iron nails or pegged joints, and finished with oil-based paints and hand-applied lettering.

Authenticity is determined by examining the wood grain for natural shrinkage, checking for hand-forged fixings, identifying genuine craquelure and oxidisation in the paint layers, and verifying the typography style matches period lettering techniques.

Mount the sign securely against a neutral wall in a living area, hallway, or dining space to create a strong focal point, allowing its historic texture and patination to contrast with contemporary minimalism.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight, radiators, and damp environments to prevent wood splitting and paint flaking. Dust gently with a dry, soft microfiber cloth and avoid using liquid cleaners or chemical polishes.
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