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c.1910 heavy bronze whimsical mascot depicting a fantastic figure in an erotic pose. Displayed over its original bronze and bakelite radiator cap.
by C.George
Factory mascot for the Farman Automobiles and offered by Hermès Paris as an accessory mascot. Has the foundry mark of Contenot-Lelièvre. Patinated bronze. c.1920.
ST. CHRISTOPHE by C.
Sykes
Exact facsimile of the unique and first motoring mascot known to exist ordered by Lord Montagu of Beaulieu. Produced by Heredities c.1960.
by C. Charles
c.1920 patinated bronze mascot attributed to C.Charles. Bolted to a period radiator cap. Photographed in several automobile accessories catalogs of the era.
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SAINT CHRISTOPHE
by Réal del Sarte
Extremely rare religious mascot showing Jesus holding a car. Bolted to a period Renault Automobiles bakelite and bronze radiator cap. Silver plated bronze. c.1920.
a007
SAINT CHRISTOPHE
by Christofle
Commercialized through the renown firm Christofle, this magnificent work was produced in bronze and silver plated. Made in two variations, being this one the most significant dedicated to the Duchesse D'Uzes and Abbé Delepouve.
Luxurious glass mascot on a dog-bone radiator cap with the rarity of a pink tone color. Glass. c.1925.
Large model by famous glassmaker. Glass supported by bronze frame. c.1930.
Originally offered exclusively by Hermes from their Paris showroom. A very impressive and imposing mascot with a lovely patina throughout correctly signed and hallmarked. Patinated bronze. c.1920.
One of the Pierrot & Pierrette series of the famous mascots sculptor Henri Payen. Patinated bronze with missing base. c.1925.
a011/12
by
F. Bazin
Hispano Suiza factory mascot designed by famous mascot’s sculptor. Silver plated bronze. c.1930.
a011/12 COCKATOO by
A.R.S.
This unique cockatoo radiator car mascot is a rare find for collectors of automobilia. The piece is made of silver plated bronze with glass eyes and is believed to have originated from Austria in the 1920s.
A highly sought after car mascot in pure Art Deco style by probably, one of the most talented artists of that period, the Martel brothers. Silver plated bronze. c.1925.
ST. CHRISTOPHE
by R. Lalique
Clear glass mascot of the Patron of Travelers. Signed with deep intaglio molded mark R.Lalique France. c.1928. a014 SANGLIER
by R. Lalique
Clear example of a prewar Lalique. Moulded in relief signature between legs. c.1929.
a015 AIGLE
by R. Lalique
Frosted glass mascot. Moulded signature in relief on both sides; R.Lalique on one side and France on the other. c.1928.
a016
FAUCON by R.Lalique
Clear glass mascot. Moulded signature in relief on one side of base, France on the other side and N°1124 under the base. c.1925. a016
a017 CHRYSIS by R.Lalique
Satin glass mascot. R.Lalique France stencilled to side of base. c.1931. a017
a018
TÊTE DE COQ by R.Lalique
Clear and frosted glass mascot. Moulded intaglio signature ‘Lalique, France’ on front of neck. c.1928. a018
a019-20
Peko styled
Caricature motor car driver’s heads based on the drawings and paintings of Peko. Made in Germany c.1925. a021
TOBACCO HUMIDOR by
Bernhard Bloch
Biscuit humidor of German origin. Fantastic headwear detail. c.1920.
TOBACCO HUMIDOR unsigned
Earthware German humidor head of a racing driver.c.1912.
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Sterling silver case with enameled motoring scene of a racing car, with driver, and mechanic, plus the unusual image of Saint Christopher, Patron Saint of Travelers. Fully marked. Germany. c.1910.
Sterling silver case with enameled motoring scene of a racing Mercedes Benz, driver, companion and mechanic. Fully marked and with a sapphire-set thumbpiece. Germany. c.1905.
by Jos Reichert
Heavy sterling silver and enamel cigarette case with a lady and a period motor car. Austria. c.1905
by Henry Matthews
Fine and early automobilia item for tobacciana lovers. Silver with Gilded interior. Birmingham, England. 1914.
a027 to a029 CIGARETTE CASES
Silver cases with enameled motoring scenes of veteran motor cars. Sterling Silver. Germany. c.1905. a027 a029 a030 MATCH CASE
Imported by Gustav Wüst
Fine sterling silver and enamel vesta case with motoring scene, with an inlaid amethyst and a blue sapphire cabochon. Germany. c.1905. a030
Amazing cigar cutter and lighter with a period motor car motif. An identical example is photographed in J.Zolomij’s book “The Motor Car In Art” on page 256. c.1910.
Beautiful example still in its original case. Motor car sculpted on body. c.1905.
One of the earliest motoring novelties known to exist. Has an statuette of an 1890s Panhard and an inscription on the blade “UN PETIT SOUVENIR D’UN GRAND IDÉALISTE.” It is considered a souvenir… from Émile Levassor to Gottlieb Daimler? Who knows…
BRONZE LETTER OPENER
Amazing historic letter opener. Property of M.Vengerow & Cia. Automóviles Buenos Aires (Argentina). Marcos Vengerow was the founder of the firm (1925-1928), and with his 2 sons, León and Jack, they were the first agents of Citroën (and Voisin) in Argentina.
Solid bronze piece crafted by renowned French sculptor Bourcart. Vengerow’s inscriptions on back. c.1925
BRONZE LETTER OPENER
Fantastic large and heavy solid bronze letter opener with a motoring scene. Advertising of Mondial-Oil Bordeaux. France. c.1905.
Bronze Butler / Servant Bell Push Button Call with Motoring Scene. c.1910.
by E. Faber
Sterling silver pencil case with motoring motif. Advertising piece of Eberhard Faber. c.1910.
Fine silver seal with an image of an early 20th century motor car in front of a wheel. Elegant desktop item of the first decade of the 20th century. 1905.
Fantastic 2-in-1 gold filled retractable pencil and pen with motoring motif.. c.1910.
by R. Lalique
One-of-a-kind motoring collectible. Crafted by Rene Lalique, this solid bronze plaque was presented to participants, authorities and celebrities of the first Targa Florio, held on 1906. Image on relief depicting the winning Itala 35/40hp as driven to victory by Alessandro Cagno.
Bronze plaque marked LALIQUE and BRONZE with correct hallmark, in very good to excellent condition. Measures 55mm x 40mm. a037
by D.Dupuis
Original clay mold of the 1894-1895 medal by Daniel Dupuis, for the Automobile Club de France. Framed by the engraver, or by whom he gave the mold at the time. It measures 26cm in diameter and with the frame 35cm x 35cm. It is a museum-worthy piece. France. 1893.
Hand-carved wooden plaque with a large brass Renault emblem, over a fine mesh that covers a diamond.shaped cut-glass mirror. 16x9 inches.
This same piece appeared in the front cover of the 1963 brochure of Renault Inc. (USA) commemorating the first 65 years of Renault. Sadly there is no mention about the origin of this mysterious item.
1926 STEIN TROPHY PRESENTED TO CARL LUX
by W.M.F.
5.0l glass stein with silver plated details by WMF. Presented in 1926 to Carl Lux after winning a Grand Prix organized by the Märkischer Automobil Club. Note the racing car in handle similar to the inkwells produced by WMF.
by Ernst Bohne Söhne
Inedit sculpture of great detail. Sculptor’s signature illegible. Correctly marked under the base with the Crowned N of the German firm.
by M. Garay
Bronze sculpture by contemporary Argentine artist M.Garay. A limited edition artwork of 25 pieces known as The Spirit of Racing. In the sculptor’s words “the idea of this cire perdue bronze work produced in the style of the 1920s allegorical motoring bronzes, is to honor the courage of those gentleman drivers that participated in the dangerous road races like the Targa Florio/Mille Miglia or even the early Indianapolis races.”
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1955 MERCEDES BENZ W196 STREAMLINER PRESENTATION BRONZE by H.Hiltman
Extremely rare bronze sculpture. Consider to be one of only 50 bronzes made for VIPs and Mercedes Benz racing team members.
by
M.Garay
Limited Edition Lost Wax Bronze of Juan Manuel Fangio on the Maserati 250F commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Greatest Formula 1 Grand Prix Ever... the 1957 German Grand Prix. 7 pieces only. 1 donated to the Juan Manuel Fangio Museum in Balcarce, Argentina.
ROLLS ROYCE KEYCHAIN by A.Dunhill
Vintage polished chrome-plated radiator grille decanter manufactured by Ruddspeed LTD (England). c.1960.
by T.F. Somme
Gilt bronze with ivory head and hands depicting Madame Camille du Gast at the wheel of a veteran motor car, 19cm long, on an oval marble base. c.1903.
A Gentleman’s rosewood cane with sterling silver decorative motoring motif handle. c.1910.
RACING 13
by M. Mathieux
Lüttich
Oil on board depicting an antique racing car similar to those that raced the Brooklands circuit. c.1920. a052
WOLSELEY 10HP
by G. Wright
Couple driving on a motor car. c.1905.
Drawing for a potential poster that was never created, for the hill climb in Hohnstein Rennen on Sept. 18th 1932. a051
Framed reverse glass painting. a053
CLIMB POSTER STUDY by
A. Kow
Motorist shaped heavy cast iron. c.1905.
Not often seen whistle used by sports competition judges. Engraved on both sides with sports motifs. c.1915.
Early 20th century French luxurious belt buckle in the shape of a period motor car. c.1905.
Enameled lady’s belt buckle with a race car scene. Probably a Sunbeam with lucky number 13. c.1920.
by Gien
Made in Gien, France. Both pieces portray domestic animals being frightened by racing cars. Earthware. Marked on base Porcelain Opaque de Gien. c.1905.
by F.Rasumny
From the master engraver F.Rasumny comes this heavy medal die, with a motoring scene used to produce medals and keychains during the first decades of the 20th Century. c.1915.
by Wolf
Advertising motoring memorabilia. Salt shaker produced in the form of a period motorist. Great expression. Made by Wolff (marked on bottom) and with a shoe maker ad on the back side. c.1910.
a061
One of the oldest pendants we’ve ever seen with a motoring motif. Fantastic craftmanship. Bronze with a ruby stone. c.1905.
a062
by Longines
Silver case pocket watch by Longines. Engraved on both sides. On one side a locomotive and on the other side a c.1900 era open seat motor car. Marked LONGINES on dial and on mechanism.
a063
by
F. Bachschmid
Silver niello case with gold finish by Bachshmid. Fully numbered and hallmarked. Engraved on both sides with motoring motifs.
a064
by Admiral
Silver case pocket watch by Admiral. Swiss watch engraved by Franier with a Gordon Bennett race motif. c.1915.
a065
POCKET WATCH by Aureole
Silver case pocket watch by Aureole. Marked Montrée de Précision. Heavily engraved by Franier. c.1905.
a066 BOUBOU LAMP by M.
Le Verrier
Identical to the radiator car mascot, a monkey with a humorous expression holding an illuminated electric lamp in one hand, the other held to his ear. Heavy original spelter, with red shade to lamp unit. Moulded LeVerrier signature. c.1920.
a067
a067 CHOCOLATE JUG by AE Gesetzlich geschutzt
Early and rare ‘Benzin’ china motoring jug. A similar example of this jug is illustrated in the book The Motor Car in Art by John J Zolomij, on page 173. Austria, circa 1905.
by Chocolat de Royat
1905 Coupe Gordon Bennett. Was offered by Chocolat de Royat at the kiosks organized at the Circuit D’Auvergne. Blue cobalt goblet with gold-and-white, hand painted race cars. Cristal de Petersdorff.
Another example is on the front cover of Zolomij’s book “The Motor Car in Art”, and described on page 189.
by Py
SAINT CHRISTOPHE BADGE unsigned
unsigned
Nickel plated bronze. 45mm x 25mm
unsigned
Nickel plated bronze and enamel. 45mm x 25mm
F.Rasumny
SAINT CHRISTOPHE BADGE unsigned
SAINT CHRISTOPHE BADGE by H.Lavrillier
Nickel plated bronze. 40mm
CHRISTOPHE BADGE by A.Lavrillier
SAINT CHRISTOPHE BADGE by F.Rasumny
Silver plated bronze with enamel. 50mm x 50mm
SAINT CHRISTOPHE BADGE by T.Szirmai
SAINT CHRISTOPHE BADGE unsigned
Nickel plated bronze. 50mm
SAINT CHRISTOPHE BADGE unsigned
Silver plated bronze. 65mm
Nickel plated bronze. 55mm
Patinated bronze. 40mm
SAINT CHRISTOPHE BADGE unsigned
Silver plated bronze and enamel. 50mm x 25mm
SAINT CHRISTOPHE BADGE unsigned
Silver plated bronze and enamel. 30mm x 40mm
a114
SAINT CHRISTOPHE PLAQUE attributed to Mourcheon
Silver plated bronze. 100mm x 50mm
a115
SAINT CHRISTOPHE PLAQUE unsigned
Silver plated bronze. 75mm x 30mm
SAINT CHRISTOPHE BADGE unsigned
plated bronze. 75mm x 55mm
CHRISTOPHE BADGE by Révillon
CHRISTOPHE BADGE by E.Katz
Patinated bronze. 40mm
by G.Prud’homme
Patinated bronze. 55mm
unsigned
unsigned
unsigned
by L.de Helly
CHRISTOPHE BADGE by E.Dropsy
By G.H.Prud’homme
by M.Garay
A bible for badge collectors and a must for serious Automobilia lovers. More than 300 pages written in English, French and Spanish describing a wide selection of pieces... more than 750 badges in 1:1 scale photographed in great quality. Information on engravers and automobile accessories firms that commercialized them.
From alloy pieces to crystal and gold ones, this book takes the reader to a in-depth study of the origins of the Saint Christopher legend and its use on early automobiles, with and easy classification of the pieces for rapid identification.
Documented pieces from renown engravers and sculptors like Bazin; Brandt; Contaux; Dropsy; Lavrillier; Rasumny; Varnier and others.Amazing pieces from luxury firms like Cartier; Hermès; Lalique; Mellerio and more.
Limited edition of only 500 copies, each book is hand signed and numbered by the author. Hard cover book measures 11 inches x 9,6 inches aprox and weighs around 2kg.