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The History of Signboards, from the Earliest times to the Present Day

By Jacob Larwood
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The volume surveys the history and social role of house and tavern signboards, tracing their use from ancient markers through later centuries. It arranges thousands of examples into categories—historic, heraldic, animal, and compound—proposes conjectural origins and etymologies, and assembles anecdotes, legal and religious tracts, and illustrative material to show how signs aided identification, influenced street names, and expressed popular humour and customs. The text discusses the decline of practical necessity as literacy and house-numbering spread, and includes numerous illustrations documenting surviving and vanished specimens.

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Jacob Larwood

Jacob Larwood was an English author and historian, best known for his work "The History of Signboards, from the Earliest Times to the Present Day." In this notable book, Larwood explores the cultural and historical significance of signboards, tracing their evolution and impact on society. His writing reflects a keen interest in the intersection of art, commerce, and communication, providing readers with insights into the everyday life of past eras. Larwood's contributions to literature offer a unique perspective on the visual language of signs and their role in public spaces.

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