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19th Century Painted Pine Antique Chapel Sign
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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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19th Century Painted Pine Antique Chapel Sign

19th century
Sold 24 February 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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19th Century Painted Pine Antique Chapel Sign

This is a fabulous, very original large 19th century painted pine antique church sign with a removable central panel so it could be re-written, but a mirror could be inserted here too. In the original black paint finish with original cream painted highlights and lettering. In very good condition, all very solid, dates from 1870 and originally placed on the Langton Matravers Methodist Church near Swanage, Dorset.

Dimensions

Height: 103cm (40.87")

Width: 74cm (29.37")

Depth: 6cm (2.38")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Painted Chapel Sign to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
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SA999621
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19th Century Painted Pine Antique Chapel Sign
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This is a fabulous, very original large 19th century painted pine antique church sign with a removable central panel so it could be re-written, but a mirror could be inserted here too.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

In the original black paint finish with original cream painted highlights and lettering. In very good condition, all very solid, dates from 1870 and originally placed on the Langton Matravers Methodist Church near Swanage, Dorset.

Dimensions

Height: 103cm (40.87")

Width: 74cm (29.37")

Depth: 6cm (2.38")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Painted Chapel Sign to the 19th Century.

Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA999621
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.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A rectangular 19th-century painted pine chapel sign featuring hand-lettered white typography on a distressed black background, enclosed within a wooden frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular 19th-century painted pine chapel sign featuring hand-lettered white typography on a distressed black background, enclosed within a wooden frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Painted Pine Antique Chapel Sign

Archive II A rectangular 19th-century painted pine chapel sign featuring hand-lettered white typography on a distressed black background, enclosed within a wooden frame. View II
Archive III A rectangular 19th-century painted pine chapel sign featuring hand-lettered white typography on a distressed black background, enclosed within a wooden frame. View III
Archive IV A rectangular 19th-century painted pine chapel sign featuring hand-lettered white typography on a distressed black background, enclosed within a wooden frame. View IV
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 161
Items Sold 10,770
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A rectangular 19th-century painted pine chapel sign featuring hand-lettered white typography on a distressed black background, enclosed within a wooden frame.
19th Century Painted Pine Antique Chapel Sign
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A rectangular 19th-century painted pine chapel sign featuring hand-lettered white typography on a distressed black background, enclosed within a wooden frame.
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  • ObjectWall Art & Signage
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialPine, Wood
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsHand-lettered typography, Distressed painted finish, Moulded wooden frame
  • SizeH 103 cm (41 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

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Antique chapel signs and noticeboards were traditionally hand-painted to display service times, hymns, and community announcements for parishioners. These utilitarian objects often reflect the local typography and craftsmanship of their specific era and region.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid timbers such as pine or deal, finished with hand-mixed oil-based paints and hand-lettered using signwriting enamels. The natural weathering and distress are the result of decades exposed to interior ecclesiastical environments.

Authenticity is indicated by genuine surface wear, crackle in the paint layers, hand-mixed pigments, and traditional joinery methods appropriate to the period. True vintage signs display natural patination and brush marks that modern reproductions cannot accurately replicate.

Such architectural statement pieces work well mounted against neutral walls to highlight their historical typography and weathered texture. They provide a striking focal point in eclectic, industrial, or rustic interior schemes.

Preservation involves keeping the piece away from direct sunlight, excessive moisture, and rapid temperature fluctuations to prevent further flaking of the historic paint. Gentle dusting with a dry, soft cloth is sufficient for routine maintenance.
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