ANTIQUE LOUIS LEJEUNE AUTO MASCOT Dog Retriever Hood Ornament Bronze Chrome

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Here just out of a fine Estate / Home contents is an rare Antique Vintage Automobile Car Mascot by Famed - Louis Lejeune cast in bronze and chromed - absolute finest in detail and craftsmanship. An amazing Golden Retriever Auto Mascot ( the signed initials LL - Louis Lejeune are shown on the base in picture #9 along with other markings - Mascots and Made in England ).Mascot's by him are among some of the finest detailed and quality in the world and this one is no exception - just look at him standing proud - his muscles - expression and even down to the fine line hair. This mascot is cast in quality bronze and then chromed - lost wax process or sand cast - there is attention to every detail.This one was cherished and used as a paperweight - if it was ever mounted it was years ago - the condition is very good to excellent with only slight wear is seen to the base as seen in the pictures. Measures ( 3 3/4" inches L x 1 1/4" D x 3 3/4" H ). Below is further information and a short bio of father , son and company.DON'T MISS THIS FINE MASCOT , suitable for the finest of collections.All models are bronze - cast and finished using traditional materials and techniques. Depending on each piece's specification, Lejeune may employ either Sand Casting or Lost-Wax processes. The small-scale nature of the company is reflected in the high quality of their work, and their unfailing attention to detail. Louis Lejeune is truly an artisan.The name Lejeune has been synonymous with first class bronze founding for the best part of 100 years. Established in 1910 as AE Lejeune (AEL) by Emil Lejeune and his wife Augustine, the company concentrated on small ornamental bronzes, decorative architectural fittings and, with the spread of the automobile, car mascots. The first of these produced by the company was almost certainly the "Speed Nymph", the design for which was registered in 1917. The success of this first mascot enabled Emil to commission work from some of the best known artists of the day; many existing patterns bear the initials of sculptors such as Frederic Bazin and Charles Paillet. It was not long before Lejeune had established itself, and by 1929 was being described as "the world's largest motor car mascot manufacturer". Emil's son, Louis (in 1918 the company cast this bust of Louis, aged 10), took over and renamed the company in 1933. Louis Lejeune Ltd was run from premises in Great Portland Street until 1978, when it was bought by the sculptor Sir David Hughes. While the popularity of car mascots has declined over the years, the company continues to produce bronze sculptures to the highest quality using traditional materials and techniques. Sir David's son Timothy has been running the company since 1998.The pictures are a part of the description , so please look at them and ask all questions prior to you're purchase.Shipping Note: Shipping Is To U.S. - And Any International by Ebay Global Shipping. Thank YouACT FAST... " Because It Is Not Gonna Last ". Someone is going to own it and it might as well be you.Terms & Conditions of Purchase : Please Ask Any And All Questions Prior To You're Purchase. All of our items are from home and estate contents. Please assume that all items must be cleaned polished or finished to you're expectations. Anything Antique Vintage or Used Electrical Regardless Of Described Working Condition ( must be rewired ). Everything Sold Is Sold As Is - Final Sale - No Returns or Refunds - There are No Exceptions. We strive to give you all possible information - description and pictures to make an informed decision on the items we list - Again Feel Free To Ask Any Questions In Advance Of You're Purchase. All In All "You Are The Expert" . Thank You for You're Consideration Of The Items We Offer. All Payments By PayPal Only.Shipping Includes: ( Packing - Tracking - Shipping & Insurance - To You're Front Door). Residents of ( Alaska - Hawaii - Washington and Oregon ) please inquire prior to purchase - shipping rates may be slightly higher. ... read more

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