Charles Charles (1888-1977) - Mascot - Metal
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Art Deco radiator mascot in silver-plated bronze, designed by Charles Charles (1888–1977) around 1925 for Max Le Verrier, depicting a shepherd/wolfhound on a rocky ledge, with measurements 12 cm high, 6 cm deep and 4 cm wide and weighing 477 g in excellent condition.
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Art Deco Car Mascot - "The Police" (German Shepherd/Wolfhound) - Charles Charles (1888 - 1977) for Max Le Verrier - c. 1925
Exceptional radiator mascot in silver-plated bronze, created by sculptor Charles Charles circa 1925. Titled "The Police," this work portrays a shepherd-type dog or wolfhound proudly poised on a rocky outcrop.
This piece is a perfect example of the era's Art Deco animal aesthetic. Initially designed as a radiator cap ornament for luxury cars of the 1920s, it is today a sought-after collectible.
Silver-plated bronze.
Recently cleaned and silvered by the prestigious Ateliers Mertens in Brussels, ensuring a high-quality shine and protection.
Dimensions:
Height: 12 cm
Length: 6 cm
Width: 4 cm
Excellent condition.
The restoration enhances the details of the fur and the animal's dynamic posture.
Photos are part of the description.
Charles Charles was a French sculptor active during the Art Deco period (1920s–1930s). He is particularly known for his animal sculptures and car mascots, characterized by a stylized realism that captures the movement and character of the animal.
His career is closely linked to the famous Max Le Verrier foundry in Paris, a leading figure in the edition of metal art objects. Le Verrier worked only with the best artists of his time (such as Pierre Le Faguays or Marcel Bouraine), which attests to the quality of Charles Charles’s work. His mascots, like "The Police," have become icons of the golden age of French automotive design.
Art Deco Car Mascot - "The Police" (German Shepherd/Wolfhound) - Charles Charles (1888 - 1977) for Max Le Verrier - c. 1925
Exceptional radiator mascot in silver-plated bronze, created by sculptor Charles Charles circa 1925. Titled "The Police," this work portrays a shepherd-type dog or wolfhound proudly poised on a rocky outcrop.
This piece is a perfect example of the era's Art Deco animal aesthetic. Initially designed as a radiator cap ornament for luxury cars of the 1920s, it is today a sought-after collectible.
Silver-plated bronze.
Recently cleaned and silvered by the prestigious Ateliers Mertens in Brussels, ensuring a high-quality shine and protection.
Dimensions:
Height: 12 cm
Length: 6 cm
Width: 4 cm
Excellent condition.
The restoration enhances the details of the fur and the animal's dynamic posture.
Photos are part of the description.
Charles Charles was a French sculptor active during the Art Deco period (1920s–1930s). He is particularly known for his animal sculptures and car mascots, characterized by a stylized realism that captures the movement and character of the animal.
His career is closely linked to the famous Max Le Verrier foundry in Paris, a leading figure in the edition of metal art objects. Le Verrier worked only with the best artists of his time (such as Pierre Le Faguays or Marcel Bouraine), which attests to the quality of Charles Charles’s work. His mascots, like "The Police," have become icons of the golden age of French automotive design.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Charles Charles (1888-1977)
Weight
477 g
Style
Art Deco
Country of Origin
France
Material
Metal
Colour
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
12 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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