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Hood Ornament Spaceship Raymond Loewy Hupmobile 1936

Creator: Raymond Loewy
Offered by: Bizarre Bazaar

Description
A futuristic Spaceship automobile hood ornament mascot designed by the French industrial designer Raymond Loewy for the 1936 Hupmobile. The Hupmobile was one of the first aerodynamic automobiles manufactured in the United States. The Hupmobile automobile was named after it's founder the engineer Robert C. Hupp who studied under Henry Ford. A rare & very desirable streamlined mascot, mounted on a marble base.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	United States
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Chrome metal
Condition:	Good. Near mint, minor pitting to chrome
Creation Date:	1936
Styles / Movements:	Art Deco, Modern
Patterns:	Modern
Incollect Reference #:	434499

Dimensions

W.	6 in;	H.	6 in;
W.	15.24 cm;	H.	15.24 cm;

Message from Seller:

Bizarre Bazaar, based in New York City, specializes in rare, one-of-a-kind objects of intrigue, including antique toys, vintage transportation models, and Art Deco pieces. Since 1985, they have worked with collectors and museums worldwide, and now offer their treasures online and by appointment only. Reach them at 212-517-2100 or BZRBZR@aol.com.

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