Decorative ornament - Wall Sign - Japan - salt
01
day
07
hours
54
minutes
47
seconds
 | €1 |
|---|
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 141030 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Vintage Japanese enamel advertising wall sign for salt, dating to the Showa period, made of enamel-coated steel with a blue background and white Shio character, dimensions about 45 cm by 30 cm by 0.2 cm, in fair condition with rust and wear.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
Vintage Japanese enamel advertising sign for salt, dating from the Showa period.
The sign features the large Japanese character “塩” (Shio), meaning “Salt,” in white against a vivid blue background. This type of enamel sign was traditionally displayed outside shops and retailers in Japan.
The piece shows visible signs of age and use, including rust, scratches, discoloration, and wear around the edges and surface. These naturally aged details give the sign an authentic vintage character and attractive patina.
Origin: Japan
Period: Showa period
Material: Enamel-coated metal
Width: approx. 45 cm
Condition: Vintage condition with visible rust, scratches, stains, and age-related wear
Please carefully review all photographs, as they form an important part of the description and show the actual condition of the item.
【Seller Policy】
100% authentic.
Please carefully review the photos for condition details.
【Shipping】
Japan Post: tracked
Estimated delivery: approximately 2–4 weeks, plus handling time.
Due to the deteriorating situation in the Middle East, we are currently unable to ship to Portugal, the Middle East, or Africa. Please take this into consideration before placing your bid.
【To International Customers】
Please note that import duties, taxes, and customs fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office before bidding or purchasing to determine any additional costs that may apply.
Vintage Japanese enamel advertising sign for salt, dating from the Showa period.
The sign features the large Japanese character “塩” (Shio), meaning “Salt,” in white against a vivid blue background. This type of enamel sign was traditionally displayed outside shops and retailers in Japan.
The piece shows visible signs of age and use, including rust, scratches, discoloration, and wear around the edges and surface. These naturally aged details give the sign an authentic vintage character and attractive patina.
Origin: Japan
Period: Showa period
Material: Enamel-coated metal
Width: approx. 45 cm
Condition: Vintage condition with visible rust, scratches, stains, and age-related wear
Please carefully review all photographs, as they form an important part of the description and show the actual condition of the item.
【Seller Policy】
100% authentic.
Please carefully review the photos for condition details.
【Shipping】
Japan Post: tracked
Estimated delivery: approximately 2–4 weeks, plus handling time.
Due to the deteriorating situation in the Middle East, we are currently unable to ship to Portugal, the Middle East, or Africa. Please take this into consideration before placing your bid.
【To International Customers】
Please note that import duties, taxes, and customs fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office before bidding or purchasing to determine any additional costs that may apply.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Metal type
Steel
Title additional information
salt
Number of objects
1
Model
Wall Sign
Material
Enamel, Metal
Country of origin
Japan
Style
Industrial
Colour
Blue, White
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
30 cm
Width
45 cm
Depth
0.2 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
Sold by
