A promotional item for Dunn & Co. - a prominent British high street shop for menswear during the late 19th and 20th centuries.
The brush features black bristles on one side, backed with a red fabric and a wooden handle. On the handle is promotional writing reading it reads "Wear Dunn's Hats" along with shop addresses. This information was stamped onto the brushes and kept in store or given as a promotional giveaway. This was a standard practice of the time to bear the stores name and encourage brand loyalty.
The brush lists different addresses in London, and shows it was produced during the company's early expansion period when hats were their primary focus. It includes Tottenham Court, Fleet Street, Liverpool Street and more.
The shape of the wooden handle was specifically designed to glide over the brim and crowns of top hats and bowlers without causing any snags or damage.
A lovely collectors item for anyone interested in British stores, antique advertising or wooden memorabilia.
A great item to add decor to a boot room, hallway or vintage style clothes / accessory shop.
Dimensions: Length 25cm
Condition: Nice antique order with some aged related wear to the red fabric.
