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Rare German 1940'S Enamel Advertising Sign
Sold by Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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Rare German 1940'S Enamel Advertising Sign

1920 - 1940
Sold 28 February 2026 · Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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Description

Here we have a rare 1940s German Pelican Günther Wagner convex curved enamelled metal sign, advertising the 'transparent' ink viewing window, with Pelican logo, finished in green, gold, black, yellow and turquoise, aging as shown.

c1940

This and other enamel signs we have are all from an old pen shop in London which recently closed.

Free UK postage and packaging is included in the price of this item, please contact us for a foreign shipping quote.

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Vintage Enamel Advertising Sign to the 1940s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1140278
Dealers Internal Reference
7992
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We are more than happy to ship items abroad and ask you to contact us prior to purchasing to obtain a quote which will include professional packaging of your item, we will endeavour to ship your item as economically as possible, within the UK items will be posted using the Royal Mail and carry a tracking number.

Description
Here we have a rare 1940s German Pelican Günther Wagner convex curved enamelled metal sign, advertising the 'transparent' ink viewing window, with Pelican logo, finished in green, gold, black, yellow and turquoise, aging as shown.
fig 1. A rectangular yellow vintage enamel advertising sign featuring graphic illustrations of a fountain pen and typography against a distressed metal background.
fig 1. Rare German 1940'S Enamel Advertising Sign

c1940

This and other enamel signs we have are all from an old pen shop in London which recently closed.

“
Free UK postage and packaging is included in the price of this item, please contact us for a foreign shipping quote.
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Vintage Enamel Advertising Sign to the 1940s.

Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1140278
Dealers Internal Ref
7992
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2021
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Archive I A rectangular yellow vintage enamel advertising sign featuring graphic illustrations of a fountain pen and typography against a distressed metal background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare German 1940'S Enamel Advertising Sign

Archive II A rectangular yellow vintage enamel advertising sign featuring graphic illustrations of a fountain pen and typography against a distressed metal background. View II
Archive III A rectangular yellow vintage enamel advertising sign featuring graphic illustrations of a fountain pen and typography against a distressed metal background. View III
Archive IV A rectangular yellow vintage enamel advertising sign featuring graphic illustrations of a fountain pen and typography against a distressed metal background. View IV
Archive V A rectangular yellow vintage enamel advertising sign featuring graphic illustrations of a fountain pen and typography against a distressed metal background. View V
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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Telephone 01422 843189 or 07917 652471
Location
26 Market Street
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 6AA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/terrierantiques
Verified Since Nov 2021
Items For Sale 100
Items Sold 664
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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Location: 26 Market Street, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX7 6AA, United Kingdom
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A rectangular yellow vintage enamel advertising sign featuring graphic illustrations of a fountain pen and typography against a distressed metal background.
Rare German 1940's Enamel Advertising Sign
Ref: SA1140278
A rectangular yellow vintage enamel advertising sign featuring graphic illustrations of a fountain pen and typography against a distressed metal background.
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  • ObjectSignage
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleIndustrial
  • MaterialEnamel, Steel
  • ColourYellow
  • MotifsTypography, Graphic illustration, Distressed edges
  • SizeH 59 cm (23 in) x W 39 cm (15 in)

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Enamel advertising signs, also known as porcelain signs, gained immense popularity from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century as a durable medium for outdoor brand promotion due to their weather-resistant vitreous enamel coating.

These signs were typically produced by fusing powdered glass to a heavy sheet metal base at high temperatures in a kiln, creating a glossy, chemically inert surface that preserved vibrant colours over decades.

Authenticity is determined by examining the weight of the metal, the presence of multiple layered kiln-fired colours, natural rust along the mounting grommets and edges, and the characteristic gloss and texture of genuine vitreous enamel.

These pieces function as striking focal points when mounted raw on brick walls, incorporated into industrial loft aesthetics, or displayed within gallery walls to add a layer of industrial heritage and bold graphic colour.

Preservation involves gentle cleaning with mild soap and water to remove surface grime, avoiding abrasive scouring pads that scratch the glass surface, and keeping the piece in a stable, low-humidity environment to prevent further edge oxidisation.
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