Rare John Hassall British Policeman Car Mascot
A rare c.1912 John Hassall British 'Robert' policeman car mascot, nickel plated brass with moveable helmet and dark red/brown ceramic head, signed Hassall. Height 4.45 in. Stamped to the base 'Rd. 611941'. Note: John Hassall named this model 'Robert'. Hassall was An important poster artist whose work had a major influence on subsequent artists. This mascot was distributed through Smith's Motor Accessories.
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