Cinema Signs

Object Identification

  • Object name: A collection of cinema signs
  • Date: c. 1940s
  • Owner: David Beale
  • Materials: Plywood, black gloss paint, gesso, brass hardware

Object Summary

This collection of signs was recovered from a demolished cinema, formerly where Lincoln Waterside Shopping Centre is located. The signs were likely made by a ‘handyman’ for the cinema. They each have their own differentiating features. Two of the signs have writing in a serif font and were likely made at a later date than the others.

These objects were conserved by Sasha Behrman. Find out more about her by clicking on the profile below!

Sasha Behrman