OUTSTANDING SMALL NH EARLY ROAD SIGN 
Beautifully designed and rendered in a delightful small size

Rye and Hampton just south of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, ca. mid to third quarter, 19th century.  Imagine traveling past this sign, on horseback or buggy, a century and a half ago.

Original dry mustard paint on black ground. Picture-frame molding joined with cut nails. Back board shows prominent hand-plane marks. Just 29 ½ inches x 10, that will go almost anywhere.

Terrific condition with minor wear. Amongst trade signs road signs are scarce-few have survived.