A rare 'Ouragan' (Gorgon Medusa) mascot by George Poitvin for Hermes of Paris, 1920s

Bonhams - Goodwood Festival of Speed 2019
Chichester , 04 July
Lot sold
USD 3 737 - 4 983
GBP 3 000 - 4 000 (listed)
Estimate
USD 3 737 - 4 983
GBP 3 000 - 4 000 (listed)
Bonhams 1793
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  • Type 
    Automobilia
  • Lot number 
    42
  • Location
    United Kingdom

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, nickel-plated bronze mascot depicting the mythical figure with flowing drapery, 11cm high, mounted on a black marble display base.

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