Late 19th Century Architectural Panel Door Salesman Sample vintage ag the company moved to Chicago

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The sign appears to have once been framed as evidenced by a darker ring concentrated around the edges

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The dish retains its original bright chrome finish with scattered surface marks from use

Pair of antique art metal bookends

Late 19th Century Architectural Panel Door Salesman Sample vintage ag the company moved to ChicagoThis architectural salesman sample represents a paneled entry door complete with molded casing, brass knob, iron hinges, and kick plate. Constructed as a miniature working model, examples such as this were carried by traveling salesmen and displayed in lumberyards, millwork shops, and builders' supply houses to demonstrate door styles, proportions, and hardware details to prospective customers. The deep stained finish and raised panel construction