Derby City’s symbolic ‘Co-op Cow’ sign to light up again
After it first lit up the skyline in 1955 with its red and green neon lights, the “Co-op cow” sign soon became well-loved – and…
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The first neon sign, created by French engineer and inventor Georges Claude.
The first neon sign was created in 1910 by French engineer and inventor Georges Claude. Claude had developed the technology for neon lighting several years…
World famous Barbershop Ludlow & Brown turn to Torquay based signwriter and glass gilder, Dave Smith to create a timeless masterpiece for them. +VIDEO
Behind-the-scenes documentary featuring British designer, signwriter and glass gilder David A. Smith MBE creating an ornamental, handcrafted advertising glass sign for the world-famous vintage barbershop…
Iconic London Lucozade sign could return after new petition launched
Brentford’s famous illuminated Lucozade sign is back on display after a thorough restoration project at Gunnersbury Museum. The iconic Lucozade sign, installed on the drinks brands factory building…
The history of the Hollywood sign, from public nuisance to symbol of stardom
Every year at the Oscars, the cameras pan to the famed Hollywood sign and its bold white letters.Ask someone today what the sign symbolises, and…
The oldest registered trademark.
The earliest known trademark in the UK is said to be the Bass Ale triangle, depicted on beer bottles in the 1882 painting by French…
