Sign for G. Fox & Co.
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
G. Fox and Co.
(American, founded 1847)
Date1880-1994
MediumWood, paint, plaster
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x height): 346 x 33in. (878.8 x 83.8cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of The May Department Stores Company
Object number1993.10.1
DescriptionHorizontal rectangular sign reading "972 G. FOX & CO. 970". Letters in relief, darker background, decorative rope-like border, mounted on wooden bracket along bottom edge.
NotesHistorical Note: The sign was on the G. Fox & Co. building on Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut until a fire destroyed the building in 1917. The sign was placed in a warehouse until it was found almost 50 years later. It was then mounted inside the new G. Fox & Co. building in 1964.Status
Not on view
G. Fox and Co.
