Early 20th Century W.D.C. Pipes SST Advertising Sign
c. 1900s - 1910s; William Demuth & Company - New York
Antique tin litho advertisement for William Demuth handmade pipes.
Demuth, a German immigrant, came to the US in the mid-19th century and, after a fair amount of working odd jobs, began work on making a name for himself. His handcrafted pipes didn't take long to gain popularity with the average joe and political figures alike.
His crowning achievement would likely be his 32-inch carved meerschaum pipe with an amber stem that was shown during the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
This piece exhibits moderate signs of wear including heavy rust and what appear to be the aftermath of some potshots.
9.5" W x 13.5" H
Please refer to photos regarding condition.
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