{"product_id":"antique-advertising-large-owens-birkenhead-shop-wooden-display-sign-radio-cycle","title":"Antique Advertising Large Owens Birkenhead Shop Wooden Display Sign Radio Cycle","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Advertising Large Owens Birkenhead Shop Wooden Display Sign Radio Cycle\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMid 20th Century \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAn eye catching and characterful double sided \u003cstrong data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"229\"\u003eadvertising sign for “Owens\u003c\/strong\u003e, a retailer that was based at \u003cstrong data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"284\"\u003e61 Exmouth Street, Birkenhead\u003c\/strong\u003e, specialising in radios, cycles and household appliances.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eThis long format sign features bold, period typography and classic mid century advertising design. It promotes a range of products including \u003cstrong data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eradios, cycles and the “New Goblin Twin-Tub Washer\u003c\/strong\u003e, while also highlighting \u003cstrong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eRaleigh bicycles\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding strong appeal for cycling and automobilia collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eThe sign has a wonderfully \u003cstrong data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eaged, rustic appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e, with natural-looking wear, yellowed tones and patina that enhance its vintage charm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eThe sign proudly promotes the address the business was operating from: \u003cstrong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"320\"\u003eExmouth Street. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"320\"\u003eThis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"320\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewas a busy shopping area with lots of small independent retailers in the early to mid 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eThis sign would have been used to advertise the shop and draw customers in and would have either been used on top of a delivery lorry or mounted stationery with a high footfall or traffic to promote the business. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eAn innovative advertising sign for this company in the mid 20th Century. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eA fantastic piece for collectors or advertising or someone looking to add character and vintage charm to an interior or art studio \/ retail space. Perfect for anyone that lives in the local area. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 174.5cm X 33.5cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Good - One side is more worn \/ faded than the other. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem No. 8720\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brook Antiques ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53070027784534,"sku":"227291878692","price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2474\/5046\/files\/57_a65e95ac-197b-4e0e-85a5-a8e084a85e6e.jpg?v=1775729633","url":"https:\/\/brook-antiques.com\/products\/antique-advertising-large-owens-birkenhead-shop-wooden-display-sign-radio-cycle","provider":"Brook Antiques ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}