"Victory" Dancing Figure Hood Ornament, 1916-1920
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Decorative aftermarket hood ornaments or mascots came in a wide variety of styles and prices in the early 20th century. Any car owner with some extra cash could personalize their vehicle. This dancing "Victory" mascot appealed to patriotic Americans who supported the country's war effort during World War I.
Decorative aftermarket hood ornaments or mascots came in a wide variety of styles and prices in the early 20th century. Any car owner with some extra cash could personalize their vehicle. This dancing "Victory" mascot appealed to patriotic Americans who supported the country's war effort during World War I.
Artifact
Hood ornament
Date Made
1916-1920
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, California, Los Angeles
Creator Notes
Patented design by Thomas K. Elder; made by Wheat Bros. & Elder in Los Angeles, California.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
66.50.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Andrew Drury Elder.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Tin (Metal)
Silk (Textile)
Cardboard
Paint (Coating)
Dimensions
Height: 13.75 in
Width: 2.5 in
Inscriptions
on crown: VICTORY Printed on box: Elder Automatic Dancing Figure / One: Victory (stamped) / Patented April 25th 1916 / For best results oil pivots occasionally / Manufactured by / Wheat Bros. & Elder / 1741 East 15th Street Los Angeles Cal. USA
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