Kneeling ROLLS ROYCE Car Mascot Hood Ornament With Radiator Cap
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:27606329 |
RE-PLATED "Spirit of Ecstasy" with correct radiator cap
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All Sales FinalSold As IsPhotographed June 2020
Kneeling version (1934–1939 and 1946–1956)Sykes was commissioned by Rolls-Royce in the 1930s to make a lower version of the mascot to suit the needs of the new sports saloons by providing their drivers with a clearer view of the road ahead.The kneeling lady mascot was unveiled on 26 January 1934 and was as undeniably a reflection of Eleanor as it w...as a symbol of the Rolls-Royce. This version was, however, discontinued after the Silver Dawn, Phantom IV and Silver Wraith models, in favor of a smaller version of the original standing mascot, and so it remains to date.
Sold With Base
All Sales FinalSold As IsPhotographed June 2020
Kneeling version (1934–1939 and 1946–1956)Sykes was commissioned by Rolls-Royce in the 1930s to make a lower version of the mascot to suit the needs of the new sports saloons by providing their drivers with a clearer view of the road ahead.The kneeling lady mascot was unveiled on 26 January 1934 and was as undeniably a reflection of Eleanor as it w...as a symbol of the Rolls-Royce. This version was, however, discontinued after the Silver Dawn, Phantom IV and Silver Wraith models, in favor of a smaller version of the original standing mascot, and so it remains to date.
