Asprey Bronze Begging Scottie Dog Car Mascot

Rare Asprey 1920s Bronze Begging Scottie Dog Car Mascot

Rare British circa 1920s solid bronze motor car radiator mascot by Asprey of London, modelled as a begging Scottish Terrier with historic plated finish and documented auction provenance.

Highlights

Asprey of London

British, circa 1920s

Solid cast bronze

Begging Scottish Terrier

Historic silver coloured plated finish

Original threaded mounting fittings retained

Richard Edmonds Auctions provenance

Comparative Asprey Scottie mascots documented

Certificate of Sale and Dealer Attribution included

Introduction

A rare and characterful British automobile mascot by Asprey of London depicting a Scottish Terrier seated upright in the classic begging position.

The Scottie balances upon its hindquarters with both forepaws raised. Pointed ears, elongated muzzle and projecting tail capture the distinctive character of the breed.

Fine incised lines reproduce the wiry coat. Areas of historic silver coloured plating survive, contrasting with warmer bronze exposed through age and use and darker patination within the recessed modelling.

Catalogue Details

Maker: Asprey of London

Origin: England

Date: Circa 1920s

Object: Motor car radiator mascot

Material: Solid cast bronze

Height: Approximately 12.5 cm

Base: Approximately 5 cm wide by 5 cm deep

Weight: Just under 700 grams approximately

Catalogue Note

The unusual begging pose gives the mascot considerable personality. The raised paws and upright ears create a distinctive silhouette, while extensive incised detailing follows the contours of the head, chest, body and limbs.

The circular base retains its threaded fixing stud, nut and associated components, providing physical evidence of its original automotive function.

Comparative research has identified other Asprey Scottie motor mascots, including a cast bronze begging Scottie offered by Sworders in 2019.

Recorded A Mark

Richard Edmonds Auctions catalogued this exact mascot in March 2023 as a rare 1920s Asprey of London solid bronze car mascot of a begging dog, stamped A to rear of base.

The base now displays extensive historic wear and the reported A cannot presently be identified with certainty. It is therefore recorded as a historically documented mark rather than represented as clearly legible today.

Provenance

Richard Edmonds Auctions Limited, Chippenham, Wiltshire, 5 March 2023, Lot 332.

Acquired from the above sale by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.

Original auction documentation retained.

Condition Report

Offered in genuine antique used condition with rubbing, scratching, scuffing, oxidation and surface wear.

The plated finish has worn through in areas, exposing warmer bronze beneath. Darkened patination remains within recessed details.

The A recorded by Richard Edmonds Auctions is not presently clearly distinguishable.

Original threaded mounting components remain present.

Please study all photographs as part of the condition report.

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Certificate of Sale and Dealer Attribution

Supplied with a Certificate of Sale and Dealer Attribution issued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD, recording the catalogue details, attribution, provenance as stated and details of the sale.

Attribution and Research

The attribution, dating, provenance research and historical observations represent the professional opinion of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD, based upon the available evidence and comparative research.

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