Rare Michelin Tyres 'Scrutent L'Horizon' Car Mascot, 1916
Sold for £3,375
(including buyers premium)
Lot details
A rare Michelin Bibendum 'Scrutent L'Horizon' Car Mascot, cast for Michelin by the 'Ets Generes' foundry, Paris in 1916. Reputedly the most desirable of the Michelin mascots and the most difficult to find, with very few examples having been made and having survived. It depicts Mr Bibendum looking out into the horizon for road hazards, whilst kneeling on a Michelin Cable tyre. The full foundry and correct markings 'Generes et Cie' plus 'Made in France' are present, worn but still legible, and are correctly moulded on the underside of the tyre and base. The correct 'Michelin Cable' lettering is also found on the top side of the tyre. Offered in good original condition, save for some tarnishing to the plating.
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