Campbell Vintage

Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original

£1,380.00 Sale • Save
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original
Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original

Campbell Vintage

Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original

£1,380.00 Sale • Save
Fully insured UK delivery is calculated at checkout (typically £12–£45). Larger items may be £60+ depending on size and location.

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Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Painted Advertising Sign – Rare Distressed Original

A rare and characterful Mid-Century hand-painted advertising sign, rich in patina, texture, and authentic historic charm. A true collector’s piece that instantly brings warmth, nostalgia, and visual depth to any interior.

Key Features

  • Rare original Mid-Century hand-painted advertising sign

  • Authentic Speight & Woodward, Sheet Metal Workers hand-lettered typography

  • Naturally aged surface with cracking, flaking, and layered paint

  • Rich green tones with contrasting black and brown detailing

  • Crafted from solid timber, likely pitch pine

  • Large-scale statement piece with strong visual impact

  • Original rustic patina developed over decades

  • Suitable as decorative wall art or collectible advertising signage

  • Unrepeatable surface texture impossible to replicate artificially

Full Description

When you encounter a genuine hand-painted advertising sign like this, its charm is immediate. The worn green surface, softened edges, and beautifully aged lettering evoke a sense of craftsmanship and history that modern reproductions simply cannot match.

This rare Mid-Century advertising sign showcases the bold, confident hand-lettering of Speight & Woodward, Sheet Metal Workers, painted directly onto solid timber. The sign’s surface tells its story through layers of cracking paint, gentle fading, and time-earned wear — each mark a testament to decades of existence.

Crafted from solid wood, believed to be pitch pine (confirmed by its unmistakable resinous scent when drilling to secure a fixing point), the board has excellent structural integrity while retaining a wonderfully tactile, time-softened finish. The interplay of green, black, and earthy brown tones creates depth and visual richness, making the sign as decorative as it is historic.

Large in scale yet easy to hang, this piece works beautifully as wall-mounted art, offering authenticity, warmth, and character. It is not simply an object — it is a surviving fragment of commercial history and a striking example of vintage graphic craftsmanship.

A truly rare and evocative find, ideal for collectors, interior designers, and anyone seeking an original statement piece with genuine soul.

Dimensions

  • Height: 60 cm

  • Width: 191 cm

  • Depth: 6 cm

Materials

  • Solid timber (likely pitch pine)

  • Original hand-applied paint

  • Traditional hand-lettering techniques

Condition

As expected with an original vintage piece, the sign shows clear signs of age and honest wear. These include natural flaking paint, surface cracking, fading, marks, and patina developed over many decades. Overall condition is good and entirely commensurate with age, with all wear contributing positively to its authentic character and visual appeal.

Origin / Period

  • Period: Circa 1950s

  • Provenance: Unknown

Styling Suggestions

Perfect for industrial, rustic, Mid-Century, or eclectic interiors. Style above a console table, bar area, or along an exposed brick or panelled wall. Equally striking in a commercial space, studio, or kitchen, where it can act as a bold focal point with historic character.

FAQ

Is this sign an original or a reproduction?
This is an original Mid-Century hand-painted advertising sign, not a reproduction.

Can the sign be wall mounted easily?
Yes, despite its size, it is straightforward to wall mount with appropriate fixings.

Does the wear affect its structural integrity?
No. The wear is surface-level and cosmetic, with the solid timber remaining strong and stable.

Unique Points

  • Genuine Mid-Century hand-painted advertising sign

  • Authentic aged patina developed naturally over decades

  • Large-scale statement piece with historic provenance

  • One-of-a-kind surface texture and lettering

  • Ideal blend of decorative art and collectible signage

All your questions answered below...

  • Fully insured delivery
  • Returns accepted
  • Authenticity assured
  • UK-based seller, secure checkout

Delivery & Shipping Information

We’re dedicated to delivering every order with care, reliability, and your satisfaction at the heart of what we do.

Fully insured UK mainland delivery is calculated at checkout (typically £12–£45). Larger furniture items may be £60+ depending on item size, access, and delivery postcode.

Please note: the listed price is for the item only. Delivery costs are calculated separately at checkout.

UK Delivery (Mainland)

We are based in Southsea, Portsmouth (PO5) and deliver nationwide across the UK.

Delivery charges are calculated based on the item’s size, weight, and destination to ensure the most accurate and fair pricing.

Free local delivery may be available depending on your location — please get in touch to check availability.

Delivery Areas & Coverage

We deliver to most UK regions and aim to provide the most efficient and cost-effective delivery options available.

For delivery addresses north of Newcastle, or within Wales, Scotland, the Highlands, Ireland, and offshore islands, please contact us before purchasing so we can confirm delivery availability and provide an accurate quote.

International Shipping

We can arrange international shipping worldwide.

Please contact us for a tailored shipping quote.

Delivery Times & Method

Delivery typically takes 5–10 working days, depending on location and order timing.

We use trusted specialist furniture couriers experienced in transporting antiques, vintage furniture, and fragile items, ensuring safe handling throughout transit.

Standard delivery is one-man delivery to ground floor only.

Assistance may be required unless a two-man delivery service is arranged at an additional cost.

Need a Delivery Quote?

For an accurate delivery quote or to confirm any additional charges, please contact us via:

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✉️ Email us with your full delivery postcode

We can ship to most places. We have the ability to to send consignments Internationally and they are all professionally wrapped, packed and or crated for a safe and successful journey.

There is going to be additional costs and lead times depending on various factors.

The best advice is to get a quote before you decide to purchase any item/s.

Listed in every product description are the dimensions for each product.

This information is provided so you can check if the piece you wish to buy will fit in your home.

Please double check your dimensions. One, to make sure it will fit through any doorway in to your home. Secondly, to make sure it fits in the space you want to place in it in. If in doubt, ring for help!

Any questions please get in touch, here to help.

If you would like to speak to someone before placing an order, check dimensions or have a general question, please call Mark on 07973 154860.

You can email mark (@) campbellvintage.co.uk

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Our products come with a guarantee stating they are as described when purchased.

As all our products are either antiques or vintage and have a life before we got them, we do not offer traditional warranties due to the nature of the items and history.

Please inspect the many images we provide online to be sure you want the item offered before purchasing.

The condition of each product is noted on all products in the main description. Please read this so you are clear on what you are buying.

If you have any questions however small beforehand and to give yourself peace of mind, please make contact. As we are very happy to discuss anything in greater detail.

One last thing! Please double check your dimensions. One, to make sure it will fit through any doorway in to your home. Secondly, to make sure it fits in the space you want to place in it in. If in doubt, ring for help!

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We hope you will be happy with your purchase. If for any reason you are unhappy, you may return the item/items to us within 14 days. Please notify us within 14 days.

You will need to arrange for the safe return of any item or items purchased. Please ensure the goods are returned in the same condition as sent to you.

You will be responsible for all return cost.

Once we have received your return, we will refund you the cost of the item/items, less any initial delivery and packaging costs, within 14 days.

Last of all, if returning an item, please advise us when we are likely to expect the item. We can then book this in and make sure we are available to except the item.

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