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Live Auction

The October 2023 Auctions: Day 2

Fri, Oct 20, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1399

American And European Motor Mascots, Ca. Early to Mid 20th C., 5 pcs

Estimate: $250 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$200,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000
Lot includes on 1929-39 Rover viking head mascot. Zinc die cast and chrome plated. H 5", Dia. 3". One winged goddess motor mascot. Nickel clad brass. Signed Kovals and Nilmelior. Mounted to a metal display stand, H 7.75", W 5", L 7". One Austrian sailfish mascot. Brass and silver painted. Marked Made in Austria. Mounted to a radiator cap, H 6", W 3.5", L 6". One French eagle mascot. Signed Jacques Cartier and marked Made in France. Mounted to a wooden base, H 3.75", W 1.75", L 6.5". One leaping buffalo motor mascot. Zinc die cast and chrome plated. Mounted to an acrylic base, H 4", W 1", L 7".

Condition

Wear to the plating of the viking head. One wing has detached from the goddess mascot. Surface scratching to the buffalo. Wear to the plating of the sailfish and eagle. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

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