Vtg 1950s Ulcer Dept Advertising Desk Nameplate Sign Paul Kennedy Minneapolis MN For Sale

Vintage 1950s “Ulcer Dept.” Advertising Desk Nameplate Sign

Up for sale is a unique and highly collectible vintage advertising desk sign featuring the humorous title “ULCER DEPT.” displayed in raised gold-tone lettering against a black background.

The reverse is marked:

PAUL KENNEDY Advertising

808-809 Thorpe Bldg. – Minneapolis

FEderal 2-6901

This wonderful piece represents the classic office humor and advertising culture of the 1950s. During the mid-century era, ulcers were commonly associated with high-pressure careers, making “Ulcer Department” a tongue-in-cheek reference to the daily stresses of the advertising business. Signs of this nature were often displayed on desks as conversation pieces, executive gifts, or promotional items intended to entertain clients and coworkers.

The use of the telephone exchange format “FEderal 2-6901” helps firmly date the piece to the 1950s, while the Thorpe Building address provides a direct connection to historic Minneapolis business and advertising history.

Constructed of metal with a self-standing desk design, this is an outstanding piece of advertising memorabilia that combines local Minneapolis history with classic mid-century office humor.

Features:

* Vintage 1950s advertising desk sign

* “ULCER DEPT.” raised lettering

* Paul Kennedy Advertising

* Thorpe Building, Minneapolis, Minnesota

* FEderal 2-6901 telephone exchange

* Metal construction

* Self-standing desk display

* Mid-century office humor collectible

* Approximately 3.5 inches long

Condition:

Vintage condition with age-related wear consistent with use and storage. Lettering remains strong and highly legible. Please review all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description and condition report.

Shipping:

Item will be packed securely to ensure safe transit.

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