A rare 'Ouragan' (Gorgon Medusa) mascot by George Poitvin for Hermes of Paris, 1920s
Chichester, 14 September
Lot sold
USD 2 129 - 2 928
GBP 1 600 - 2 200 (listed)
Estimate
USD 2 129 - 2 928
GBP 1 600 - 2 200 (listed)
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TypeAutomobilia
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Lot number29
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Location
Description
A rare 'Ouragan' (Gorgon Medusa) mascot by George Poitvin for Hermes of Paris, 1920s, signed 'G.Poitvin' and with 'Syndicate des Fabricators de Bronzes' foundry mark and stamped numbers to rear of base, believed silver-plated bronze mascot depicting the mythical figure with flowing drapery, 11cm high, mounted on a black marble display base.
Bonhams 1793
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