Geotype Submission

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How does this letter-form communicate its location?

Chipping Norton is home to many antique shops. This sign is evidently old but remains in great condition. Carefully hand painted by a sign painter. The sign is elegant with the use of serif detailing and very clean. There is something grand about this sign, the dynamics of the letters changing in scale and arching over the word antiques. A grand gesture within the format representing the antique shop filled with treasures.

Location

21 West Street, Chipping Norton, UK