An antique zinc stencil bearing the word "INSCRIPTIONS," typical of early 20th-century administrative signage. Used for hand-painting registration entries on registers, cash boxes, or school notice boards, this stencil displays a beautiful patina of use and a clear, capital-lettered design. Traces of blue paint and workshop marks lend it a rustic charm, emblematic of the marking tools used in government offices and public institutions.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Estimated period: early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: 44 × 13.5 cm - Letter height: 6cm ✦ Material: cut zinc ✦ Condition: even patina, traces of blue paint, visible signs of wear
Perfect for a workshop-style wall decoration or for a collection on period typography and signage.
