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Rene Lalique Opalescent Perch Car Mascot C1929
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Rene Lalique Opalescent Perch Car Mascot C1929

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Bradley Gent
Description

Rene Lalique opalescent perch car mascot

Introduced in 1929

marcilhac page ref : 503

Moulded and wheel cut marks

The condition is excellent with no damage

Date of Manufacture

Bradley Gent has dated this Lalique Glass Car Mascot to the 1930s.

Independent Date Check ID 07589135
Dealer's Item Date1930s
Sellingantiques Date1930s
Sellingantiques agingItem 85-100 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1930s:
Moulded mark on the fin: factory lettering introduced on this model in 1929.
Semi-translucent opalescent glass: inter-war batch colouring with warm golden highlights.
Thick circular base: formed to fit vintage radiator mascot mounts.
Light base friction wear: normal movement against surfaces over the years.

This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
16cm (6.30")
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SA941305
Dealers Internal Reference
2493
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Description
Rene Lalique opalescent perch car mascot

Introduced in 1929

marcilhac page ref : 503

Moulded and wheel cut marks

The condition is excellent with no damage

Date of Manufacture

Bradley Gent has dated this Lalique Glass Car Mascot to the 1930s.

Independent Date Report ID 07589135
Dealer's Item Date1930s
Sellingantiques dating1930s
Sellingantiques agingItem 85-100 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1930s:
Moulded mark on the fin: factory lettering introduced on this model in 1929.
Semi-translucent opalescent glass: inter-war batch colouring with warm golden highlights.
Thick circular base: formed to fit vintage radiator mascot mounts.
Light base friction wear: normal movement against surfaces over the years.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA941305
Dealers Internal Ref
2493
Bradley Gent
Bradley Gent
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

Specialising in rene lalique glass

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An Art Deco opalescent glass car mascot by Rene Lalique depicting a perch fish on a circular base.
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Archive I An Art Deco opalescent glass car mascot by Rene Lalique depicting a perch fish on a circular base.

Rene Lalique Opalescent Perch Car Mascot C1929

Archive II An Art Deco opalescent glass car mascot by Rene Lalique depicting a perch fish on a circular base. View II
Archive III An Art Deco opalescent glass car mascot by Rene Lalique depicting a perch fish on a circular base. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for An Art Deco opalescent glass car mascot by Rene Lalique depicting a perch fish on a circular base.
Archive V An Art Deco opalescent glass car mascot by Rene Lalique depicting a perch fish on a circular base. View V
Archive VI An Art Deco opalescent glass car mascot by Rene Lalique depicting a perch fish on a circular base. View VI
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An Art Deco opalescent glass car mascot by Rene Lalique depicting a perch fish on a circular base.
Rene Lalique opalescent perch car mascot C1929
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An Art Deco opalescent glass car mascot by Rene Lalique depicting a perch fish on a circular base.
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  • ObjectCar Mascot
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialOpalescent Glass
  • ColourOpalescent White
  • MotifsPerch fish form, Textured dorsal fin, Circular moulded base
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 16 cm (6 in)

This Art Deco car mascot takes the form of a perch fish, produced in the period around 1930. The piece uses opalescent white glass, giving the sculpture a luminous glow that shifts between milky white and subtle blue tones under changing light. The design incorporates a textured dorsal fin, detailed scales along the body, and a rounded eye carved near the snout. The sculpture rests upon a smooth, circular moulded base that provides a secure foundation for display. Measuring 10 cm high and 16 cm wide, the mascot is well-sized for placement on a mantelpiece, shelf, or desk within a living room or study. The solid glass construction and compact proportions allow it to catch light effectively when positioned near a window or display cabinet. The object brings a refined touch of historical automotive ornament into contemporary home interiors, offering an engaging example of period glasswork for collectors and enthusiasts of early twentieth-century design.

FAQs

Clean the glass using warm water and mild soap with a non-abrasive microfibre cloth. Avoid thermal shock, extreme temperatures, harsh chemical solvents, or abrasive polishes that could damage or scratch the glass surface.

A glass mascot can be displayed on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table, ideally elevated on a base. Positioning the object near natural light or ambient lamp lighting highlights the translucent and optical qualities of the opalescent glass.

Authentic period mascots feature molded or wheel-cut signatures reading R. LALIQUE or R. LALIQUE FRANCE. Collectors also examine the precise moulding detail, glass density, correct dimensions, and hand-finished polished surfaces characteristic of pre-1945 production.

Opalescent glass was produced by introducing specific chemical compounds, such as bone ash or fluorides, into the glass batch alongside controlled cooling cycles. This differential cooling caused phase separation within the glass, resulting in light refraction that produces a translucent blue and milky hue.

Glass car mascots were popularised during the 1920s Art Deco era as luxury hood ornaments for automobiles. Rene Lalique produced twenty-nine distinct commercial mascot designs between 1925 and 1931, designed to be illuminated from underneath by radiator cap lighting mounts.
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