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Lot 393:
Description
C-20586
Late 20th century; The Art Institute of Chicago – Chicago, IL Large painted metal sign produced for the Art Institute of Chicago, featuring a stylized pale green lion set against a red and green architectural background with black arch forms. The lower register displays “CHICAGO” in a bold serif typeface with an elongated sweeping crossbar through the lettering. The imagery references the museum’s iconic lion figures while employing a flattened graphic style associated with institutional branding and exhibition-era promotional design.
Shows scratches, scuffs, bends, edge wear, scattered paint loss, and general handling wear throughout from age and use. Reverse shows adhesive residue, discoloration, and surface wear from prior mounting and storage.
55.5"W x 54"H
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