A vintage grocery store sign in “Via Garibaldi”. “Generi di Monopolio” means that this was an authorized seller of State monopoly merchandise. At the time this category included table salt and matches.
The strange sign of the “Boutique dei fiori” (Flowers Boutique) in “Via Magenta”.
The colorful sign of “Paninoland”, an eclectic eatery in “Via Bosi”.
Wonderful colourful details. A happy future ahead for them.
ReplyDeleteHow interesting the state had a monopoly on matches and salt. I like the rainbow colours of the eatery sign.
ReplyDeleteThe first two signs are elegant. Maybe not the third . . .
ReplyDeleteLove all these VP. They are great!
ReplyDeleteNice variety.
ReplyDeleteI like the flower shop one even though I'm wondering if that isn't a bit christmassy! The drogheria woud have been my place, the old sign is wonderful. Why number 15 though?
ReplyDeleteInteresting about the state monopoly.
ReplyDeleteBut after a long Pesach week with no chametz, the Paninoland sign looks so inviting!
Nice and very different signs you have found.
ReplyDelete- Happy weekend to you and yours.
ciel - The licensed stores were officially numbered and this one was the number 15.
ReplyDeleteciao ! questo vi potrebbe interessare (dipinto della Fortezza Vecchia) http://paolavincenti.blogspot.com/2012/04/fortezza-vecchia-livorno.html
ReplyDeleteI like the first one! In Polish 'Drogeria' means place where you can buy cosmetics and perfumes.
ReplyDeleteI like the first sign best. Simplicity is often the best way to go.
ReplyDeleteExcellent set of very diverse signage VP.
ReplyDeleteNow, that's a very cool set of door top shots!
ReplyDeletePaninoland... love that!
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