Vintage "Preway" Fireplace Salesman Sample bag MM - 11713 - 110424

MM - 11713 - 110424

a Chicago-area producer known for commercial electric advertising fixtures during the midcentury period

This piece advertises Driving Club rye whiskey

A piece of wire mesh was used at one point in time to reinforce a portion of the sign that is particularly deteriorated

This sign would have been prominently displayed in the window/entry way of the medical office of one of these Guild Opticians

Vintage "Preway" Fireplace Salesman Sample bag MM - 11713 - 110424c. 1930s 1950s; Preway, Inc. Wisconsin Rapids, WI Painted metal salesman sample display produced for Preway heating and appliance products, featuring a streamlined conical body in bright red enamel with black interior and lower tray section mounted on a small pedestal base. The angular aerodynamic form reflects mid century industrial design influences, while the scaled construction suggests use as a demonstration model for sales representatives or