Vintage handpainted Tonight sign from a fairground
A fantastic decades old handpainted wooden sign by the resident sign writer of Coney Island funfair, Porthcawl, South Wales, which recently closed after 107 years.
A classic event sign, with thickly painted block capitals in black on white with stars to either side in red.
An evocative word, heavy with possibility and potential.
Also a perfect addition for a special evening event.
A great collector’s example of the dying art of sign writing, all done freehand, with just pencil guide lines to keep the vertical consistent.
The fair at Porthcawl named after the original Coney Island funfair in New York was opened in 1918, just at the end of the first world war to give some distraction and comfort to returning soldiers.
They had a permanently employed dedicated sign writer for many decades, known in true Welsh style as John Art.
Look out for several more of his pieces to be listed in the coming days and weeks, or use the contact form to enquire about the others in advance.
It measures 89cm X 17.5cm X 6mm.
£145
In stock
A fantastic decades old handpainted wooden sign by the resident sign writer of Coney Island funfair, Porthcawl, South Wales, which recently closed after 107 years.
A classic event sign, with thickly painted block capitals in black on white with stars to either side in red.
An evocative word, heavy with possibility and potential.
Also a perfect addition for a special evening event.
A great collector’s example of the dying art of sign writing, all done freehand, with just pencil guide lines to keep the vertical consistent.
The fair at Porthcawl named after the original Coney Island funfair in New York was opened in 1918, just at the end of the first world war to give some distraction and comfort to returning soldiers.
They had a permanently employed dedicated sign writer for many decades, known in true Welsh style as John Art.
Look out for several more of his pieces to be listed in the coming days and weeks, or use the contact form to enquire about the others in advance.
It measures 89cm X 17.5cm X 6mm.
