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Acquisition No.: 2006-29
Title: Sign; "Village Blacksmith"
Item History:

"Village Blacksmith, since 1755, Hinges, Pots, Kettles, Iron, Steel, Black metal. Bonneauville, Pennsylvania." An anvil and hammer rebus is depicted at center (so that those who could not read or write would understand what service the business provided.) Painted by Christy Seymore Hemler (previously of Bonneauville), in the style of the 18th Century. Displayed by Karl and Julie Orndorff at various art and craft shows and blacksmithing demonstrations. 20" x 52", red frame, white background, black text.

Image
Location: Wall
Acq. Date: 2006
Acquired from: Christy Hemler
Price ($): -
Type: accession
Curator: ckrc

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