{"product_id":"antique-french-societe-generale-sign-hand-painted-steel-early-20th-century","title":"French Société Générale Bank Sign | Antique Hand-Painted Steel Plaque","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis French Société Générale sign has the kind of graphic presence that just feels so authentically French. The ochre color, black hand-painted lettering and worn steel surface give it a strong visual punch that can still be layered so wonderfully in a room. The subject keeps it wonderfully simple: the Saturday hours of a neighborhood bank branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique French advertising sign was painted by hand on steel in the early to mid-20th century. The text reads bureau ouvert le samedi, meaning office open on Saturday, followed by the posted hours from 9h to 12h and 14h to 16h30. The mix of bold block capitals and looser script gives the plaque the unmistakable feel of a local signwriter’s hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface has aged with oxidation, scratches, discoloration and wear across the paint, giving the piece the depth that old commercial signs do so well. Hung in a study, entry, kitchen, office or above a bar, it adds a delightful little piece of French daily life with real character and strong decorative impact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Provence Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54705097605463,"sku":"MIX-020","price":545.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/4686\/4215\/files\/antique-french-societe-generale-hand-painted-sign-2.jpg?v=1787740282","url":"https:\/\/theprovencecollection.com\/products\/antique-french-societe-generale-sign-hand-painted-steel-early-20th-century","provider":"The Provence Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}