The Amoco Sign
The world's largest Amoco sign
The Amoco Sign honors the iconic gas station sign towering over the intersection of Skinker Boulevard and Clayton Road in St. Louis’s Dogtown neighborhood, painted in watercolor against a beautiful orange and purple sunset, with a glow radiating from the sign and the cars below.
Inside the Art: The Story Behind The Amoco Sign
Known as the world’s largest Amoco sign, the landmark became so beloved that the community once forced the state to uncover it after it was accidentally blocked from an air-quality camera. The sign dates back to the 1950s, when the original station was rebuilt and fitted with a red, white, and blue Standard sign; in 1985, Standard Oil officially adopted the Amoco nickname, and within a few years the 40-by-60-foot sign read “AMOCO” for the first time. In 2017, BP finally revived the Amoco brand, converting the station underneath to match the sign that had outlasted it.
Why Buy The Amoco Sign:
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A true St. Louis landmark
Captures the world’s largest Amoco sign, a fixture of the Dogtown neighborhood for generations. -
Atmospheric color
Orange and purple sunset tones and a warm glow bring the intersection to life. -
Rooted in real history
Traces the sign’s story from its 1950s origins to its 2017 brand revival. -
A love letter to local landmarks
For collectors drawn to the quirky, beloved details of St. Louis.
Note: Gallery-wrapped canvas is only available in the 18x24 print size. Due to the nature of stretching canvas, the artwork may slightly wrap over the sides.
Framed paper comes with a gold frame. Framed canvas comes with a gold float frame.
Original painting SOLD to private collector.
Custom Mat for Unframed Paper
Most unframed prints are non-standard sizes and will require a custom mat to properly display the artwork, though the outer dimensions of the mat will fit standard frame sizes.
You can purchase a custom mat from your local frame shop or online. If online, we suggest Matboard & More. Choose Arctic White in Decorative Quality, or if you prefer to upgrade, select White Art in Conservation Quality.
Print Technique & Materials
Prints are reproductions of original paintings using a high-quality inkjet printing technique known as "giclee."
Unframed and framed artwork is printed on archival cotton rag paper, which is acid free and will resist fading and discoloration for generations. Unframed prints on paper are unsigned and feature a 1.5"-2" white border around the image. Most unframed prints are non-standard sizes and will require a custom mat to properly display the artwork, though the outer dimensions of the mat will fit standard frame sizes.
All framing is custom made to the exact specifications of each image, with an acid-free white mat and acrylic glazing (glass is prone to breaking when shipped). Most prints are non-traditional sizes and will not fit properly in mats or frames purchased off the shelf, therefore custom framing is recommended.
Canvas prints are referred to as "gallery-wrapped" because the color or image wraps around the sides of the canvas and it is stapled on the back. The canvas is wrapped around 1.5" deep wood stretcher bars and arrives ready to hang.
Framed canvas prints feature a "float frame," which has a 0.25" gap between the edge of the canvas and the frame moulding. The frame is 2" deep.
Production Time & Shipping
All orders are printed on demand and shipped directly to the customer. It takes approximately 7 days to produce a print, let it dry completely, and package it securely so it arrives in one piece.
UPS Ground shipping takes approximately 3-7 days, therefore we estimate your order will arrive 14 days after placing it*. There is an option to expedite shipping with UPS 3 Day Select, which can take up to 3 days. You will receive a shipping confirmation with tracking number once your order is en route.
*Shipping time is an estimate and unexpected delays can occur due to weather, national holidays, and global pandemics, to name a few.
Please notify us if your order is damaged upon arrival so we can file a claim with the carrier and produce a replacement for you.
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