{"product_id":"plaque-ancienne-metal-societe-canine-bourbonnais-retro-chien-deco-vintage","title":"Old metal plate Bourbonnais Canine Society retro dog vintage decor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis old shield-shaped plaque is a dog signage item awarded by the Société Canine du Bourbonnais. It features a two-tone blue and white diagonal composition, adorned with three embossed fleurs-de-lis. The upper blue part bears the embossed inscription \"SOCIÉTÉ CANINE DU BOURBONNAIS\", while the lower white part displays the word \"EXCELLENT\", also embossed, indicating a distinction or award at a dog show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe plaque's surface shows an authentic patina with numerous paint chips and signs of wear, mainly on the edges and around the embossed motifs, characteristic of old objects exposed or handled over a long period. The lettering and motifs remain clearly legible and visible. The finish gives it a retro and decorative look, faithful to dog signage productions from the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue and white contrast, combined with the fleur-de-lis motifs, evokes a traditional French aesthetic. The rigid and curved plaque appears to be designed to be placed or fixed on a support, typical of awards or distinctions granted at dog competitions or exhibitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe clear reliefs and shield-like appearance reinforce the official and decorative character of this piece, which can easily find its place in a vintage interior or in a space dedicated to canine memory. No fixing system is visible on the presented face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. Shows paint chips, signs of wear, and authentic patina visible on the front, with no missing elements in the visible area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Société Canine du Bourbonnais, like other regional societies, regularly organized dog shows where this type of plaque was awarded to dogs judged \"Excellent.\" These official distinctions served to highlight the quality of a kennel or a dog, and were often kept as souvenirs or trophies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping provided by a professional seller specializing in antique and decorative objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old dog plaque, dog signage, retro decoration, metal dog shield, dog show plaque, vintage wall plaque, Bourbonnais dog sign, old dog award plate, dog reward plaque, 50s wall decor, metal plaque canine society, French dog show sign\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54262354379079,"sku":"0fba57b3-c766-4202-a803-14a2632999f7-PA0.94","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_e8b94a7d-5647-49bc-bf14-0ab9ef9554b3.jpg?v=1782857015","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/plaque-ancienne-metal-societe-canine-bourbonnais-retro-chien-deco-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}