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Greyhound Of The Road Classic Car Mascot
1 Fine Early 20th Century AC Motor Louis Lejeune Original Chrome Plated 1930's Sporting Racing Greyhound Of The Road Classic Car Mascot Sculpture.
Add some wow factor to your home or office area with this exceptional sporting dog animal car mascot.
This rare model design is a sporting racing greyhound which is in the leaping position mounted onto a later decorative marble base.
Stamped signed with makers mark LL for Louis Lejune to the back of the Greyhounds lower area & title inscribed on the lower Greyhound front area. "Greyhound of the Road", this car mascot was fitted to AC cars during the 1930's.
The casting is superb, you can clearly see the intricate details which highlight movement and shape of this exciting wonderful sculpture.
Made from metal with chrome plated finish.
This is so wonderful to the touch.
So collectible and highly sought after.
Free standing.
Having such a beautiful charming patina.
Maker is by Lejeune who are well known they are a second to none bronze founding for over a century. Emile & his wife Augustine emigrated from there home in France to move to England in the capital London in around 1904. The company was then AEL, they focsused on small sized, decorative architectural car hood ornament fitxtures with outstanding architectural designed pieces. As the market for cars expanded in the early 20th century a knock on effect was also a greater demand for car mascots. Emile was a master sculptor. By 1929 Lejeune had established itself as the best car mascot producer globally”
Very sadly Emile left his wife Augustine at the end of the 1920's during the great stock market crash, he returned to his home in France. Augustine and her son, Louis, took over the business in 1933, they renamed it Louis Lejeune Ltd. Louis and his mother ran the company from 132 Great Portland Street, London until Louis' death at the end of the late 1960's. The business continued as a going concern in London until the late 1970's when it was purchased by the known sculptor Sir David Hughes, he relocated the business from London to Wilburton in Cambridgeshire, where it still is today. Sir David's son Timothy has been in charge of the company since the late 1990's.
Provenance from a fine high end southern classic car automobilia exhibition label underneath.
International buyers worldwide shipping is available please ask for a quote.
Viewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send a message thankyou.
We offer our clients exceptional professional customer service.
Browse our exciting other available Fine Arts, antiques & collectibles collections in our gallery.
We offer our clients 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our fine art, antiques & collectibles!
We ship worldwide with expert bespoke professional wrapping & packing and offer attractive international shipping rates with insurance – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
We Offer Free delivery to most areas of the U.K mainland except for Scottish Highland & Islands – Please send us your post code for a quote thankyou.
Registered Office Address
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
Company Number 15666518
GB VAT registration number 466128775
Making Payment
Goods can be bought by either International bank wire transfer or domestic BACS payment we can email you an invoice together with our banking instructions. Cash upon collection is also accepted. Shipping is with insurance cover. Import duty and taxes payable by the buyer please enquire if you need any assistance. Delivery time is usually within 2 weeks for International and 1 week for domestic shipping approximate. It can be faster depending upon the size and weight of the item(s) that you ordering from us. You are also welcome to arrange for your own courier to collect as long as we have received full cleared bank transfer payment.
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Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
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71-75 Shelton Street,
Covent Garden,
London, England
WC2H 9JQ.
Tel : 07494 763382
Non UK callers : +44 7494 763382
Get directions to Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
Add some wow factor to your home or office area with this exceptional sporting dog animal car mascot.
This rare model design is a sporting racing greyhound which is in the leaping position mounted onto a later decorative marble base.
Stamped signed with makers mark LL for Louis Lejune to the back of the Greyhounds lower area & title inscribed on the lower Greyhound front area. "Greyhound of the Road", this car mascot was fitted to AC cars during the 1930's.
The casting is superb, you can clearly see the intricate details which highlight movement and shape of this exciting wonderful sculpture.
Made from metal with chrome plated finish.
This is so wonderful to the touch.
So collectible and highly sought after.
Free standing.
Having such a beautiful charming patina.
Maker is by Lejeune who are well known they are a second to none bronze founding for over a century. Emile & his wife Augustine emigrated from there home in France to move to England in the capital London in around 1904. The company was then AEL, they focsused on small sized, decorative architectural car hood ornament fitxtures with outstanding architectural designed pieces. As the market for cars expanded in the early 20th century a knock on effect was also a greater demand for car mascots. Emile was a master sculptor. By 1929 Lejeune had established itself as the best car mascot producer globally”
Very sadly Emile left his wife Augustine at the end of the 1920's during the great stock market crash, he returned to his home in France. Augustine and her son, Louis, took over the business in 1933, they renamed it Louis Lejeune Ltd. Louis and his mother ran the company from 132 Great Portland Street, London until Louis' death at the end of the late 1960's. The business continued as a going concern in London until the late 1970's when it was purchased by the known sculptor Sir David Hughes, he relocated the business from London to Wilburton in Cambridgeshire, where it still is today. Sir David's son Timothy has been in charge of the company since the late 1990's.
Provenance from a fine high end southern classic car automobilia exhibition label underneath.
International buyers worldwide shipping is available please ask for a quote.
Viewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send a message thankyou.
We offer our clients exceptional professional customer service.
Browse our exciting other available Fine Arts, antiques & collectibles collections in our gallery.
We offer our clients 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our fine art, antiques & collectibles!
We ship worldwide with expert bespoke professional wrapping & packing and offer attractive international shipping rates with insurance – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
We Offer Free delivery to most areas of the U.K mainland except for Scottish Highland & Islands – Please send us your post code for a quote thankyou.
Registered Office Address
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
Company Number 15666518
GB VAT registration number 466128775
Making Payment
Goods can be bought by either International bank wire transfer or domestic BACS payment we can email you an invoice together with our banking instructions. Cash upon collection is also accepted. Shipping is with insurance cover. Import duty and taxes payable by the buyer please enquire if you need any assistance. Delivery time is usually within 2 weeks for International and 1 week for domestic shipping approximate. It can be faster depending upon the size and weight of the item(s) that you ordering from us. You are also welcome to arrange for your own courier to collect as long as we have received full cleared bank transfer payment.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 16/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
DimensionsDimensions in centimetres
Height (10.9 cm)
Depth front of mascot to the back of the base (18 cm)
Width of base (9 cm)
Length depth of base (9 cm)
Category Transport Antiques
Date Art Deco
Art Deco Antiques Material Chrome
Origin British
Condition Condition report.
Offered in fine used condition.
Having various noticeable charming patina with natural weathering wear, scuffs, scratches, stain marks, minor chips to the marble base commensurate with usage & age.
Item code as1013a1057
Status For Sale
£1000.00
$1269.10
€1207.90
$1269.10
€1207.90
Conversion rates as of 16/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Shipping information
We offer Free Delivery to Mainland England, Wales mainland & Scottish lowlands mainland areas only!
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
Scottish Highlands & all islands also for International buyers please get in touch for an international shipping quote thankyou. Our preferred Payment is by by BACS Bank Transfer, we can also accept stripe, amazon pay, google pay & paypal.
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email or text message, which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection. Shipping costs are charged based upon the type of shipping service used, either express, standard or economy services and size and weight of item.
Delivery by parcel courier within the UK Mainland will be used for all smalls, paintings & all furniture items allow between 2 to 5 working days delivery time. Online tracking can be provided. International delivery airfreight is available estimated delivery times between 5 to 14 working days approximate upon request by providing your full name and address together with a postal area or zip code and a contact phone number.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
Scottish Highlands & all islands also for International buyers please get in touch for an international shipping quote thankyou. Our preferred Payment is by by BACS Bank Transfer, we can also accept stripe, amazon pay, google pay & paypal.
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email or text message, which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection. Shipping costs are charged based upon the type of shipping service used, either express, standard or economy services and size and weight of item.
Delivery by parcel courier within the UK Mainland will be used for all smalls, paintings & all furniture items allow between 2 to 5 working days delivery time. Online tracking can be provided. International delivery airfreight is available estimated delivery times between 5 to 14 working days approximate upon request by providing your full name and address together with a postal area or zip code and a contact phone number.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
Terms and conditions
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
For both domestic & International buyers please get in touch for a shipping quote thankyou. Our primary preferred payment method is by BACS Bank Transfer for UK domestic clients and for International clients payment is preferred by international bank wire transfer.
For International buyers Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed. International transfers are required within 5 days of point of sale.
If payment is not received within this time. Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD reserves the right to consider selling the item (s) to another customer at its discretion.
Payment is preferred by Bankers transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using PayPal. Or with you or your own courier paying cash on collection. Deposit payments are accepted, however shipping will not take place until the balance has been paid in full and to advise deposit payments are non refundable.
Upgrades & Exchanges are also offered please ask.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt. The buyer is solely responsible for paying the entire costs of the outbound & return shipping costs also any import costs & duty taxes due. Return authorisation should be requested by sending an email before posting. Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return partial refund payment using the same payment method less our shipping costs. For any Refunds given the refund amount will have our cost of the outbound shipping costs deducted.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
For both domestic & International buyers please get in touch for a shipping quote thankyou. Our primary preferred payment method is by BACS Bank Transfer for UK domestic clients and for International clients payment is preferred by international bank wire transfer.
For International buyers Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed. International transfers are required within 5 days of point of sale.
If payment is not received within this time. Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD reserves the right to consider selling the item (s) to another customer at its discretion.
Payment is preferred by Bankers transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using PayPal. Or with you or your own courier paying cash on collection. Deposit payments are accepted, however shipping will not take place until the balance has been paid in full and to advise deposit payments are non refundable.
Upgrades & Exchanges are also offered please ask.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt. The buyer is solely responsible for paying the entire costs of the outbound & return shipping costs also any import costs & duty taxes due. Return authorisation should be requested by sending an email before posting. Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return partial refund payment using the same payment method less our shipping costs. For any Refunds given the refund amount will have our cost of the outbound shipping costs deducted.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
View all stock from
Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
71-75 Shelton Street,
Covent Garden,
London, England
WC2H 9JQ.
Tel : 07494 763382
Non UK callers : +44 7494 763382
Get directions to Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
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