A rare Rene Lalique 'Cote D'Azur Pullman Express' Trophy glass statuette, French, dated 9 Decembre 1929

Bonhams - Golden Age of Motoring Sale '1886 - 1939'
London, 30 October
Lot sold
USD 2 644 - 3 966
GBP 2 000 - 3 000 (listed)
Estimate
USD 2 644 - 3 966
GBP 2 000 - 3 000 (listed)
Bonhams 1793
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  • Type 
    Automobilia
  • Lot number 
    128
  • Location
    United Kingdom

Description

A rare Rene Lalique 'Cote D'Azur Pullman Express' Trophy glass statuette, French, dated 9 Decembre 1929, the forward leaning nude, giving an impression of speed and motion, her left hand is caressing her hair, her right hand placed on her upper chest, beautifully created in satin and clear glass, this trophy was originally conceived to mimic the design of the famous 'Vitesse' mascot, etched R.Lalique to side of the base, with full inscription around the base, including the date, 16.5cm high, two small chips to base.

Bonhams 1793
101 New Bond Street
London
W1S 1SR
United Kingdom
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Bonhams Collectors’ Car department
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+44-2074685801
Fax 
+44-2074477401
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