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Art Deco Bronze & Chrome Classic Car Movie Director Reel To Reel Camera Mascot (1 of 48)
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
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About Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is an international fine art dealer and online gallery specialising in British and European paintings, sculpture and decorative arts. Established in 2005 and led by directors Michael and Victoria, the firm brings over two decades of experience in sourcing, evaluating and placing historically significant works with private collectors, galleries, interior designers and institutions worldwide. As elected members of the Fine Art Trade Guild, our work is grounded in connoisseurship, academic research and rigorous standards of authenticity. Every work we present is subject to careful vetting and offered with full transparency regarding condition and provenance. Private Online Gallery Virtual Viewings by Appointment We operate exclusively online, offering private one-to-one virtual viewings to discuss condition, scale and provenance in detail. High-resolution images and comprehensive condition reports are available upon request, ensuring complete confidence prior to acquisition. Areas of Specialisation Fine Art & Works of Art (17th–21st Century) British and European oil paintings, watercolours and mixed media Portraiture, marine and nautical subjects Animal, hunting and sporting scenes Landscapes, cityscapes and genre compositions Sculpture and three-dimensional works Decorative Arts Period furniture and interior pieces Bronzes, carvings and objets d’art Hallmarked silver, ceramics and glassware Collectible works spanning the 18th–20th centuries Each piece is selected with careful attention to historical context, condition and aesthetic quality, curated for both established collectors and emerging buyers. Sustainability & Enduring Craftsmanship We recognise the inherent sustainability of historic works of art and decorative arts. These pieces require no new materials while preserving craftsmanship, cultural heritage and artistic legacy. They integrate seamlessly into both traditional and contemporary interiors, offering individuality and permanence. Payments & Shipping Payments Card payments accepted online up to £5,000 Amounts exceeding £5,000 payable by bank transfer Proforma invoices available upon request Shipping UK and worldwide shipping available (quotation on request) All items professionally packed, fully insured and shipped with tracked delivery Customs & International Orders All international shipments are handled on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis. Import duties, VAT and customs clearance are the responsibility of the buyer. Clients within the European Union and United States are advised to consult local customs authorities regarding applicable import procedures. If a shipment is refused and returned, return shipping costs will be deducted from any refund. Company Information Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® 71–75 Shelton Street Covent Garden London WC2H 9JQ United Kingdom Registered in England & Wales Company No. 15666518 GB VAT No. 466128775 Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is a registered United Kingdom trade mark (UK00004303420).
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Art Deco Bronze & Chrome Classic Car Movie Director Reel To Reel Camera Mascot

REF: LA436671
£6,000
€6,944
$8,166
LoveAntiques Dealersince Mar 2017Approved item537 sales by dealerFree DeliveryAvailable for local pick-up
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Description
A Fine Rare Art Deco Nickel Plate Over Solid Bronze Classic Car Movie Director Camera Reel Mascot. We are so excited to bring this exclusive very rare car mascot to the open market. A cute size being 13.7 cm high. In the form of a reel-to-reel film camera, It is believed that this car mascot was produced for a film maker in the early 20th century. This is a very rare and highly valuable example, another one sold at Bonhams estimate £6000 pounds sterling, ref source Bonhams in the The Goodwood Festival of Speed Sale in 2018 also Burbank California sale in 2009. By repute believed to be connected to John Grierson Cbe (26 April 1898 – 19 February 1972) was a Scottish documentary maker, often considered the father of British and Canadian documentary film. In 1926, Grierson coined the term "documentary" in a review of Robert J. Flaherty's Moana. In 1939, Grierson established the all-time Canadian film institutional production and distribution company The National Film Board of Canada controlled by the Government of Canada. Incredible fabulous piece for famous collectors, film directors, producers, entertainment studios, Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, Tim Burton, James Cameron, Martin Scorsese, Warner Brothers interest. The casting is superb made from solid bronze with a nickel plate finish and chrome cap base. Stamped with registration number on the side 765659. Circa early 20th century Art Deco era 1930. It is heavy for its small size as it weighs around 1.4 kg. So collectible & adorable, highly sought after by collectors. Having such a beautiful finish with charming patina. Provenance from Richard Edmonds. Viewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send a message thank you. We offer our clients exceptional professional customer service. Browse our exciting other Fine Art, antiques & collectibles available in our gallery. Dimensions in centimetres approximate Height (13.7cm) Width of camera (4.2cm) Depth longest point of the camera front to back(13.5cm) Width of base (9.4cm)
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Weight:
1.4 kg
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the Art Deco Bronze & Chrome Classic Car Movie Director Reel To Reel Camera Mascot (LA436671) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1930
condition
Condition report. Offered in fine used condition. Having charming patina wear, scuffs, scratches, stains, weathering, rust, also a small handle is missing from the back which would of been screwed on, most of the nickel plate coating has worn away commensurate with usage & old age. You can easily get it restored if you want it looking mint, we love this original used worn patina look.
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This Art Deco Bronze & Chrome Classic Car Movie Director Reel To Reel Camera Mascot is located in Greater London, United Kingdom
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