Vintage Automobile Mascots from Zimmerman Museum
Item Details
- Location: Indian Wells, CA 92210
- Country: United States of America
- Lot #: M-0056847
Available for auction is a unique collection of six vintage automobile hood mascots, previously displayed at the Zimmerman Museum of Transportation in Los Angeles. Dating from the 1920s to the 1950s, each mascot reflects the era's artistry and the custom tradition of replacing factory hood ornaments with personalized emblems that showcased a driver’s interests or affiliations. 
This collection includes: a striking bronze Art Deco winged angel goddess (7.5” x 4”); a heavy metal Deco-style angel fish (6.5” x 5”); a chrome WWII-era P-51 fighter plane (4.5” x 3”); an original hood ornament from a 1951–54 Ford Mainline Victoria Crestliner, shaped like a jet plane with chrome finish and a mint plastic wing (11.5” x 5” x 3”) showing only minor pitting; a pewter-like mascot made for members of the Royal Automobile Club Association, featuring an enamel British flag; and a rare French Deco mascot by M. Bonnet from the 1920s, depicting a nude dancer reaching skyward while balancing on a tire. 
The seller states all mascots remain in good condition, showcasing remarkable craftsmanship and history. The buyer is responsible for shipping, shipping insurance, handling, and transactional fees. PCARMARKET is not responsible for anything lost or damaged during shipping.
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Have these been refinished? It does not look like they are in original condition?