Antique Early American Carved Painted Gilt Wood Barber Pole

Description

A unique large antique, circa 1860s, early American hand carved painted and sculpted wooden patriotic barber pole advertising trade sign … more A unique large antique, circa 1860s, early American hand carved painted and sculpted wooden patriotic barber pole advertising trade sign / open sign.

Mid-19th century, Southern United States, surmounted by stylized eight star flag over sculptural giltwood eagle, above polychrome decorated helical barber pole pillar on a scalloped edge plaque.

The Confederate States of America’s first national flag was known as the “Stars & Bars.” This flag flew from 1861 to 1863. Each of the eight stars represented a Confederate state in March 1861 when the flag was adopted.

Dimensions: (approx)
79.5" Tall, 13.5" Wide, 4" Deep

Provenance / Acquisition:
Acquired from highly reputable auction house, Bright Star Antiques Co.,Sulfur Springs, Texas. Specializing in early American antiques, architectural, general store signs for over thirty years. less