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Big One Salon Hand-Painted Ghana Barber Sign - Vintage Art
Big One Salon Hand-Painted Ghana Barber Sign - Vintage Art
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Authentic Hand-Painted Ghana Barber Sign – Big One Salon
Bring the vibrant visual culture of West Africa into your space with this vintage hand-painted Ghana shop sign. This striking artwork, titled “Big One Salon”, is a true representation of local Ghanaian artistry used to promote hair salons and barbershops. These signs are not only utilitarian but also serve as expressive, colorful marketing tools that reflect the creativity of the communities they serve.
- Dimensions: 25 1/4" x 21 1/4" (64 cm x 54 cm)
- Medium: Oil paint on plywood
- Condition: Good vintage condition with minor wear, scratches, and some areas of paint loss consistent with authentic use
The sign features a detailed and stylized portrait of a woman with intricately braided hair, a common hairstyle featured on Ghana barber signs. The bold red lettering “Big One Salon” arches above the figure, drawing attention and delivering immediate impact.
What Are Ghana Shop Signs?
Ghana hand-painted shop signs are a beloved form of street art used to advertise local businesses like salons, barbershops, herbalist clinics, food vendors, and telecom services. These signs are usually painted by self-taught artists who use bold colors, expressive faces, and exaggerated features to catch the eye of passersby. Each piece is a mix of commercial communication and artistic expression.
These unique artworks are more than just signage—they are cultural artifacts that preserve local traditions and document entrepreneurial spirit in Ghana and across West Africa. Traditionally painted on recycled plywood, they endure the test of time despite exposure to the elements. The imperfections—chipped paint, scratches, and weathered textures—tell stories of the vibrant communities they once served.
Own a piece of African visual history with this original hand-painted Ghana barber sign—perfect for collectors, decorators, and cultural enthusiasts alike.
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