Offered here from the dougfinds collection of curated fashion, accessories, clothing, collectibles, and unique gifts is this charming vintage 1989 hand-painted wooden folk art wall plaque and two-peg rack, signed Diane Cotter.

This delightful piece of late-1980s country Americana features a colorful village streetscape with two neighboring clapboard buildings, including a blue ANTIQUES shop and a gray country home. The charming details include painted windows, brick chimneys, flowering plants, a porch, a tiny wagon, and a welcoming shop entrance.

The plaque's irregular silhouette follows the rooftops and treetops, giving the artwork a dimensional appearance that complements its rustic country style.

Details & Features

· Artist: Signed Diane Cotter and dated 1989 on the reverse.

· Design: Hand-painted village scene featuring an antiques shop and neighboring country house.

· Construction: Solid wooden plaque with shaped architectural silhouette.

· Functional Storage: Two wooden pegs mounted along the lower front edge, suitable for keys, lightweight accessories, or decorative accents.

· Wall Display: Metal sawtooth hanger attached to the reverse.

· Approximate Dimensions: 10 inches wide × 7 inches high.

· Vintage Provenance: Retains a printed retail stamp from Top Darn Cute, formerly located in Wethersfield, Connecticut.

The artwork has a wonderfully nostalgic character, recalling the country kitchens, primitive-style decorating, and handcrafted Americana furnishings popular during the 1980s and 1990s.

Its antique shop imagery makes this an especially fitting accent for a collector's room, vintage-inspired kitchen, entryway, or small antique business.

A particularly appealing detail is the handwritten artist signature and date, which provide a direct connection to the piece's creation in 1989. The surviving Connecticut shop stamp adds another interesting element to its history.

Whether displayed as decorative wall art or used as a convenient little key rack, this signed vintage piece offers plenty of New England country charm.

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