XXL Enamelled "W-C" Sign - Émail Laborde

This large, curved enameled sheet metal directional sign reflects the functional aesthetic of French signage from the 1950s to 1970s. Its minimalist design, consisting of a deep blue background, highly visible white lettering, and a directional arrow, perfectly illustrates post-war utilitarian design. The "Émail Laborde" signature visible in the lower right corner attributes its manufacture to Émailleries Laborde Frères in Paris, a renowned manufacturer of industrial and signage enamel plates active during the second half of the 20th century.

✦ Provenance: France - Émailleries Laborde, Paris
✦ Estimated period: Circa 1960-1975
✦ Dimensions: approx. 60 x 40 cm
✦ Material: Curved enameled steel sheet
✦ Condition: Good used condition, with enamel chips and localized oxidation marks at the attachment points, wear consistent with indoor or covered outdoor use

Former sanitary signage with a clean design, ideal for industrial decor, a restaurant, a hotel, or a collection dedicated to service enamel plates.