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1911 Hare raced Tortoise Car Mascot, Hood Ornamen
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Hare and tortoise mascot - 'Rien ne sert de courir' (It is no use running). Depicting a standing rabbit resting on a sign 'But' (Goal), mopping his brow, looking at the happy and smug tortoise who has already reached his goal of the winning post! The expressions on both animals are outstanding, and capture the scene perfectly. This is possibly the very finest of all French animal subject mascots. This amusing and thoughtful mascot has it all - humour, pathos, great quality. Signed C.Seul, dated 1911, with integral cap telling the story. Wonderfully designed, and exceptionally rare. A similar mascot is shown in the book by Giuseppe di Sirignano and David Sulzberger, 'Car Mascots, an Enthusiasts Guide' - Page 30, plate 46. The Ultimate Mascot!
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Dimensions :
130mm high.
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Condition :
Exceptionally well modelled, finely cast in bronze, with the superb patination that only 90 years could ever bring. The radiator cap is integral to the mascot, and is also beautifully patinated with honest age.
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