Japanese Asahi Glass Shop Sign in Wood, 1920s

Description

Beautiful weathered shop sign with hand-painted Japanese calligraphy from the late Meiji period (1920s).

This sign originates from a glass … more Beautiful weathered shop sign with hand-painted Japanese calligraphy from the late Meiji period (1920s).

This sign originates from a glass company, and the Japanese text mentions 'Asahi Glass.'

Asahi Glass was founded in 1907 in Amagasaki, Hyogo, Japan. The company still exists and is one of the largest glass producers in the world.

This 'kanban' has aged beautifully and serves as a unique and original interior decoration.

A piece of authentic Japan for your home!

Dimensions: height 90.5 cm, width 19 cm, depth 2.5 cm. less