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Wow Factor Art Deco Desmo Dragonfly Car Mascot Sculpture (1 of 65)
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
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Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is an internationally respected, family-run fine art and antiques dealership established in 2005. Led by Directors Michael and Victoria, we bring over two decades of specialist expertise in sourcing, evaluating and trading historic British and European artworks, antiques and curated collectibles. As elected members of the Fine Art Trade Guild, integrity, art historical knowledge and rigorous standards of authenticity underpin every work we present. We advise and supply private collectors, trade buyers, galleries, interior designers, film and television studios, prop houses and high-profile international clients, offering bespoke advisory, sourcing and consignment services. Open Online Exclusively — Private Virtual Viewings by Appointment We operate exclusively online, providing detailed one-to-one virtual viewings to discuss condition, scale and provenance. High-resolution images and comprehensive condition reports are available upon request. What We Offer Fine Art & Works of Art (17th–21st Century) British and European oil paintings, watercolours and mixed media Portraiture, marine and nautical scenes Animal, hunting and sporting subjects Landscapes, cityscapes and genre compositions Decorative works, sculpture and objets d’art Antiques & Collectibles 18th–20th century antique and vintage furniture Bronzes, carvings and decorative objects Hallmarked silver, clocks and ceramics Porcelain, glassware and collectible rarities Architectural and garden features Our collection reflects scholarly research and aesthetic discernment, curated to appeal to both established connoisseurs and emerging collectors alike. Sustainability & Style We are committed to sustainability. Antique furniture and decorative works are inherently environmentally responsible, requiring no new materials while celebrating enduring craftsmanship. These pieces complement both traditional and contemporary interiors, offering individuality and lasting character. Payments & Shipping Payments Card payments accepted online up to £5,000. Amounts exceeding £5,000 by bank transfer only. Proforma invoices with full bank details are available upon request. Shipping UK and worldwide shipping available — please request a quotation. All items are professionally packed, fully insured and shipped with tracked delivery. Customs & International Orders We operate on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis. International buyers are responsible for import duties, taxes and customs clearance in their destination country. EU buyers should consult local authorities regarding post-Brexit customs procedures. If a parcel is refused and returned, return shipping costs will be deducted from any refund. Company Details Registered Office: Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® 71–75 Shelton Street Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ Company No. 15666518 GB VAT No. 466128775 Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is a registered United Kingdom trade mark (UK00004303420).
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Wow Factor Art Deco Desmo Dragonfly Car Mascot Sculpture

REF: LA437209
£5,000
€5,779
$6,669
LoveAntiques Dealersince Mar 2017Approved item534 sales by dealerFree DeliveryAvailable for local pick-up
LoveAntiques Dealersince Mar 2017Approved item534 sales by dealerFree DeliveryAvailable for local pick-up
Description
This is a fine small rare British Art Deco Desmo 1934 Dragonfly chromed plate over brass classic car mascot sculpture - We are so excited to bring this exclusive very rare car mascot to the open market. The rarest and finest of all Desmo production mascots. This was a 1934 addition to the range produced and was originally retailed at 42 shillings, a small fortune then, and the highest priced mascot ever produced by Desmo. Stamped Desmo to the side of the stem. In the form of a dragonfly which features beautiful wings which are embellished with mother of pearl set on a round stylish black base. This is a very rare and highly valuable example, also registration number 787192 located under the wing, also having an old auction label lot number 46 on the base. Incredible fabulous piece for collectors. The casting is superb made from chrome plated over brass. A dragonfly is a flying insect belonging to the infraorder Anisoptera below the order Odonata. About 3,000 extant species of true dragonflies are known. Most are tropical, with fewer species in temperate regions. Loss of wetland habitat threatens dragonfly populations around the world. Adult dragonflies are characterized by a pair of large, multifaceted, compound eyes, two pairs of strong, transparent wings, sometimes with coloured patches, and an elongated body. Many dragonflies have brilliant iridescent or metallic colours produced by structural colouration, making them conspicuous in flight. An adult dragonfly's compound eyes have nearly 24,000 ommatidia each. Dragonflies are predatory insects, both in their aquatic nymphal stage (also known as "naiads") and as adults. In some species, the nymphal stage lasts up to five years, and the adult stage may be as long as 10 weeks, but most species have an adult lifespan in the order of five weeks or less, and some survive for only a few days. They are fast, agile fliers capable of highly accurate aerial ambush, sometimes migrating across oceans, and often live near water. So collectible & adorable, highly sought after by collectors. Having such a beautiful finish with charming patina. 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.
measurements
Depth longest point wing span (15.7cm) Length of dragonfly body head to tail (10cm) Width of base (10cm) Height (8cm) It weighs just under 500 grams approximate.
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the Wow Factor Art Deco Desmo Dragonfly Car Mascot Sculpture (LA437209) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1934
condition
Offered in fine used condition. Having charming patina wear, scuffs, scratches, stains, some minor losses of chrome and mother of pearl in areas commensurate with usage & old age. We love this original used worn patina look.
location
This Wow Factor Art Deco Desmo Dragonfly Car Mascot Sculpture is located in Greater London, United Kingdom
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