Mascot - Marti FONT - Art Deco "Goose / Duck" – Aluminium...

THE GOLDEN AGE OF AUTOMOBILIA & ART DECO LUXURY: Superb and rare period Art Deco car mascot / hood ornament depicting a stylized goose (or runner duck), featuring a dynamic vertical posture and striking aerodynamic lines. This piece perfectly embodies the spirit of the "Roaring Twenties", the golden age of motoring, and the refinement of 1920s–1930s grand touring coachwork. THE ARTIST: MARTI FONT & THE ART DECO ANIMAL SCULPTURE MOVEMENT: - A Master of the Roaring Twenties: Marti Font (M. Font) belongs to the great movement of French and European animalier sculptors of the Art Deco period (1920–1930), alongside famous figures such as François Pompon, Édouard-Marcel Sandoz, and Max Le Verrier. - Aerodynamics & Speed: His artistic vision is defined by modern stylization, where purity of line takes precedence over literal realism. By capturing the elegant silhouette of the goose / runner duck leaning forward, Marti Font elevates the concept of speed and mechanical elegance. - International Market Value: Mascot sculptures and animal bronzes signed by Marti Font are actively sought after by galleries and international collectors of Automobilia and 20th-century Design across Europe, the United States, and Japan. - Authentication: The signature "M. Font" is deeply incised on the side of the sculpture, clear and fully legible, guaranteeing the unquestionable authenticity of this period piece. AVANT-GARDE MATERIAL & COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS: The Sculpture (Aluminium / Alpax): Cast in period aluminium (or lightweight Alpax alloy), a cutting-edge material in the 1920s–1930s: - Optimal Lightness: Significantly reduces mechanical stress and strain on the radiator cap metal sheet and grille during driving compared to heavy bronze. - Mechanical Durability: Excellent resistance to engine vibrations while allowing extremely fine chasing and polishing. - Art Deco Aesthetic: Satin finish embodying the industrial and aerodynamic elegance of the era. The Radiator Cap (Nickeled / Chromed Brass): The notched radiator cap is made of solid nickeled (or chromed) brass, ensuring structural strength and a sturdy thread fit onto the radiator neck. DIMENSIONS & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: - Total height (including cap): ~ 13.5 cm (~ 5.31 in) - Height of duck alone: ~ 12.3 cm (~ 4.84 in) - Total depth (from cap edge to beak tip): ~ 13.0 cm (~ 5.12 in) - Cap width / span: ~ 8.0 cm (~ 3.15 in) (measured across opposite notches) - Total weight (sculpture + original cap): ~ 407 g (~ 14.36 oz / 0.90 lb) ASSEMBLY & ORIGINAL RADIATOR CAP DETAILS: - Mounting & Attachment: Securely attached via a central threaded rod and nut to its original nickeled/chromed brass 8-notch radiator cap. Threaded rod in very good mechanical condition. - Original Gasket: Period rubber gasket still partially visible underneath the base. - Cap Design: Classic 8-notch design (outer diameter ~ 8.0 cm / ~ 3.15 in). - Threading System: Male external thread. - External Thread Diameter: ~ 5.1 cm / ~ 51 mm (~ 2.01 in). - Internal Metal Ring Diameter: ~ 4.4 cm / ~ 44 mm (~ 1.73 in). CONDITION & PERIOD PATINA: - Beautiful period satin patina. No cracks, excellent aesthetic and mechanical condition. - Condition Notes & Wear: Authentic period road-use patina with micro-scratches. Notably, a slight flat spot / small vintage contact mark is present on the top of the goose's head, testifying to its historical use on the road. - Assembly Details: Slight functional play on its mounting axis, which generated minor rubbing marks / superficial patina wear around the foot rim in contact with the cap base. The assembly remains sound, sturdy, and well-balanced overall. Detailed photos form an integral part of the description. PERIOD COMPATIBILITY & PRESTIGE: This radiator cap with a 51 mm (~ 2 in) male thread is a standard high-end period format, ideal for French vintage cars and sports cyclecars of the 1920s–1930s: - Grand Touring & Luxury: Delage (DI / DR series), Panhard & Levassor, Chenard & Walcker, Hotchkiss, Voisin, Donnet-Zedel. - Classic Touring: Citroën (B14, C4, C6), Peugeot (201, 172). - Cyclecars & Competition: Amilcar (CGS, CGSS, C4), Salmson (AL3, GS, VAL3), BNC (Montlhéry, Type 52), Lombard, Rally, SARA, Benjamin. SHIPPING AND CUSTOMS: Packaging: Carefully packed, fully insured with tracking provided. - European Union: 0% taxes and customs duties (Eurozone). - Outside European Union (UK, Switzerland, USA, etc.): Genuine period antique and collector's art object (c. 1920–1930). Classified under international HS Code / Tariff Code: 9706.10.00 (Antiques of an age exceeding 100 years) to ensure smooth customs processing. Import duties and taxes are the buyer's responsibility.

Schätzpreis:€200

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