Shell Neon Sign: Vintage Original Roadside Gas Station Advertising – NS6319
This Rare Original Shell Gasoline Roadside Sign From 1942 Is An Icon From The Golden Age Of The Open Road, At Over 4 Feet Tall It Is Suitable For A Collection Centerpiece, And Has The “Wow Factor” The Will Impress Your Friends And Clients
This Is A World Class Fine Art, Museum And Investment Quality Item, That Is Signed And Certified By Award Winning Artist H.J. Nick, And 101 Point Neon And Electrical Restoration, Neon Blown By Our In House Master Glass Blowers, All New Wiring, Electrical Components And Solid State Transformers
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Shell Neon Sign: Vintage Original Roadside Gas Station Advertising
This is an original vintage Shell neon sign that was manufactured by ArtKraft Sign Company in 1942. This is an extra large sign measuring 50 inches tall by 46 inches wide, and is 5 inches deep including the housing can, and is the type of large sign that is often used as a collection centerpiece. This authentic gasoline advertisement for Shell gas stations is just one of hundreds of original, collectible petroliana signs currently available from ArtFactory.com. It is a genuine, single sided porcelain enamel sign. The die cut, shell shaped sign has a yellow background with a red details and lettering, and a white outline around the border of the sign. It reads "Shell" in red lettering, and the maker's mark of "ArtKraft 2-42" in in small black lettering in the lower area of the sign. Furthermore, it lights up in white neon around the edge of the sign, as pictured.
Like all of our collectible signs, this Shell neon sign is sold in original, unrestored condition as pictured. We do not believe in restoring old signs because it is our belief that every ding, dent, and blemish is part of the story and history of the item. The only exception being the 101 point, museum quality neon restoration, which is done under the supervision of, certified, and signed by award winning artist H.J. Nick as meeting all world class fine are qualifications. This certification means each item bearing his signature is backed by over 100 years of manufacturing world class fine art handmade furnishings, and restoring America's finest collectibles to original, museum quality condition. All neon restored by our in house glass blowers, who have blown new glass using the same techniques and materials that were used for the original neon. Also, any electrical parts including wiring and solid state transformers have been replaced. The neon features a separate on/off toggle pull cord as pictured.
Shell Neon Sign: Vintage Original Roadside Gas Station Advertising
This is an original vintage Shell neon sign that was manufactured by ArtKraft Sign Company in 1942. This is an extra large sign measuring 50 inches tall by 46 inches wide, and is 5 inches deep including the housing can, and is the type of large sign that is often used as a collection centerpiece. This authentic gasoline advertisement for Shell gas stations is just one of hundreds of original, collectible petroliana signs currently available from ArtFactory.com. It is a genuine, single sided porcelain enamel sign.
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This Porcelain Neon Sign Is Very Rare And Is One-Of-A-Kind In New Old Stock Condition. Furthermore, It Is Signed And Certified By Award Winning Artist H.J. Nick, Thus Guaranteeing It To Be A Genuine Un-Doctored, Piece Of American Industrial Revolution History Or Your Money Back. Our Forever Guarantee Is Backed By Over A Century Of Doing Business With Our Word Is Our Bond Reputation.
Vintage Shell Neon Sign Specifications
- Type: Single Sided Genuine Vintage Porcelain Enamel Sign
- Style: Die Cut Full Half Sea Shell With Embossed Letters And Accents
- Company: Shell
- Product: Gasoline
- Manufacture: Artkraft (Strauss Sign Company)
- Date Of Manufacture: February 1942
- Place Of Manufacture: U.S.A.
- Color: Yellow/Red/White
- Neon Color: White (Border)
- Dimensions: 50 Inches At Tallest Point By 46 Inches At Wideest Point (5 Inch Deep Heavy Metal Can)
- Condition: New Old Stock Condition (This Sign Was Locked In A "Not For Sale Collection” For Many Years Until Recently.) Original Condition Genuine Porcelain Sign Not Restored Or Doctored (See Photos For Details)
- Neon Details: All Neon And Solid State Transformers, Wiring, Mounts, Switches, And Wires Have Been Replaced.
- Comes With H.J. Nick Exclusive “Fast Hanger Bar” Allowing A Simple And Easy Way To Hang Straight And True Every Time.
- Neon Has Separate Toggle Pull Chord As Pictured So That The Sign Can Easily Be Switched On And Off Without Unplugging.
The die cut, shell shaped sign has a yellow background with a red details and lettering, and a white outline around the border of the sign. It reads "Shell" in red lettering, and the maker's mark of "ArtKraft 2-42" in in small black lettering in the lower area of the sign. Furthermore, it lights up in white neon around the edge of the sign, as pictured.
Like all of our collectible signs, this Shell neon sign is sold in original, unrestored condition as pictured. We do not believe in restoring old signs because it is our belief that every ding, dent, and blemish is part of the story and history of the item. The only exception being the 101 point, museum quality neon restoration, which is done under the supervision of, certified, and signed by award winning artist H.J. Nick as meeting all world class fine are qualifications. This certification means each item bearing his signature is backed by over 100 years of manufacturing world class fine art handmade furnishings, and restoring America's finest collectibles to original, museum quality condition. All neon restored by our in house glass blowers, who have blown new glass using the same techniques and materials that were used for the original neon. Also, any electrical parts including wiring and solid state transformers have been replaced. The neon features a separate on/off toggle pull cord as pictured.
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The H.J. Nick Brass Tag Certification ensures each piece to be the genuine article. Backed by our over a century of experience, with our word is our bond reputation and guaranteeing or your money back “forever". The H.J. Nick Brass Tag Certification makes this item one of the highest appreciating, collectible investments that you can make. These items can be insured at stated value, usually on your home owners policy, for little added premium. Thus, making this a safer investment than even those insured by the FDIC, is much more fun to own, and puts you in control instead of the bank.
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Artkraft Strauss (Sign Company) History
Artkraft Strauss is a sign design and consulting company headquartered in Manhattan, New York. Throughout the 20th century, the company was the preeminent designer and creator of Times Square's iconic signs and displays. These included the “smoking” Camel sign, which wafted giant smoke rings over the Square; the Bond Clothing Stores display, a block-long extravaganza with a perpetual waterfall; and the high-neon north-Square “spectaculars” created for Canadian Club and Admiral Television. For almost a century, Artkraft Strauss was also responsible for the annual midnight ball drop that signaled the new year’s arrival.
Artkraft Strauss began as Strauss Signs. Founded in 1897 by artisan Benjamin Strauss, the company furnished New York’s retailers with posters and painted show cards. By the 1910s and 20s, Strauss signs, applying the innovative methods of a Russian immigrant named Jacob Starr, had become the Square’s principal builder of theater marquees and entertainment displays, including the original marquee for the New Amsterdam Theatre. In the 1920s Starr left Strauss to start his own engineering firm in association with the Artkraft Company of Lima, Ohio, a leading maker of neon lighting, a newly minted technology. Starr formed Artkraft-New York, and in 1931 merged with his old employer, Strauss, creating Artkraft Strauss. The company occupied its block-wide manufacturing facility at 57th Street and the West Side Highway for 75 years, until 2001, when it moved its operations to Queens. By the 1950s, Artkraft Strauss had dominated the outdoor advertising market in Times Square, and was known worldwide.
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Pecten Emblem: The famous Shell emblem, known as the "pecten," was introduced in 1900. The pecten is a stylized representation of a scallop shell, chosen because it is a symbol of pilgrimage in European art.
History Of Shell Gasoline And The "Pecten" (Scallop Shell) Logo
The history of Shell gasoline and Shell gas station signs is quite rich, dating back to the late 19th century. Here's an overview:
- Beginnings: The roots of Shell can be traced back to the 1830s when Marcus Samuel Sr. started a small antique shop in London. The shop expanded into dealing with sea shells, which eventually led to the importation of oriental shells. This laid the groundwork for the Shell Transport and Trading Company.
- Petroleum Trading: In the late 19th century, the company began to trade in kerosene, the main lighting fuel of the time. It later expanded into the trading of petroleum.
- Pecten Emblem: The famous Shell emblem, known as the "pecten," was introduced in 1900. The pecten is a stylized representation of a scallop shell, chosen because it is a symbol of pilgrimage in European art.
- Gasoline: Shell began selling gasoline in the early 20th century, initially focusing on supplying fuel for early motor cars.
- Expansion: Shell expanded rapidly, establishing a presence across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The company played a significant role in the development of the oil industry worldwide.
- Gas Station Signs: As Shell expanded its network of gas stations, it introduced distinctive signage to make its stations easily recognizable. The Shell sign typically features the company's name and the iconic pecten emblem, often in bright yellow or red colors against a white background.
- Evolution: Over the years, the design of Shell gas station signs has evolved to keep up with changing trends and technologies. While the basic elements of the pecten emblem and company name remain consistent, variations in size, shape, and lighting have been introduced.
- Iconic Status: The Shell logo and gas station signs have become iconic symbols of the petroleum industry and are instantly recognizable worldwide. They are associated with quality, reliability, and innovation in the energy sector.
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