Antique enamel sign, designed to identify restrooms or women's restrooms in public or private places – train stations, schools, cafes, government offices, or industrial establishments. The simple and effective design, with red capital lettering on a white background and a matching border, reflects the hygienic and functional signage standards of the early 20th century. Narrow format with scalloped edges, pierced with two original mounting holes, and showing a regular patina from use.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: approx. 12 x 3 cm ✦ Material: Enameled sheet metal ✦ Condition: Wear and old marks, slight traces of oxidation, enamel clearly legible
Authentic antique sign plaque, sought after for wall decoration, cabinet of curiosities or collection related to the history of public places and hygiene.
