The Automotive Mascot, A Design in Motion. Volume II, The Golden Years

Colwill, James R.

ISBN 10: 0973886617 / ISBN 13: 9780973886610

Published by Artanana Publishing, Victoria, B.C., 2006

About this Item

288 pgs.Bibliography. Many photos by the author,others credited; many life size. A fine copy in publisher's shrinkwrap. From the author's collection; Over 200 American, French, and English mascots, presenting a design chronology through the years 1926 to 1933. Volumes I and III of the series also available from this book seller. Increased shipping charges may be required for this heavier volume.

Seller Inventory # 010641

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Automotive Mascot, A Design in Motion. Volume II, The Golden Years
• Publisher: Artanana Publishing, Victoria, B.C.
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0973886617
• ISBN 13: 9780973886610
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: First Edition, Limited
• Condition: New
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Seller catalogs:
  • Art & Antiques
  • Automobiles

About this title

Synopsis

Volume II shows the transistion from radiator cap mascot to hood ornament. This was a golden age of creativity. It chronicles automotive mascots of English, French and American origin through the 1930's Rich elegant burgundy coloured cover compliments the first volume. The quality of the photos allows the reader to see the mascots in great color detail The text provides accurate dating, a critical detail for advanced collectors. The footnotes and bibliography provide an ease of access to other reference sources. The format is friendly and will be sure to win novice collectors. When the three volumes are complete, they will provide the novice and the expert with a detailed reference to over 550 mascots and hood ornaments. This will become an important reference work Comments on Volume I include: "Great book - can't wait for volume 2 and 3" "Fantastic book." There are 288 quality glossy pages filled with the history and photographs of car mascots spanning nearly 100 years and many collected by the author over the past 50 years. The books weighs 4 pounds and measures 11" by 8 1/2" by 3/4". Self published by the author it is nevertheless of superb quality and strongly recommended for anybody interested in car mascots.