Antique 1928 Franklin Lion Hood Ornament Aura Vincit Pat 73161 Bronze Mascot For Sale

Antique 1920s Franklin Automobile roaring lion radiator mascot hood ornament stamped DE-PAT-73161 on the rear rim and Aura Vincit on the front scroll banner. Designed by sculptor Gleb Derujinsky for Franklin air-cooled motorcars, this Art Deco rampant lion figure features an open mouth, flowing mane, raised paws, and curved tail. Displays an attractive dark bronze patina with vintage nickel plating highlights along the lower collar. Firmly mounted onto a solid dark hardwood plinth block with recessed underside hardware for display as an executive desk paperweight, study accent, or vintage automobilia sculpture; car radiator cap is not included. Pre-owned antique condition with visible aged patina, plating loss, metal oxidation, tarnish, surface pitting, and handling marks, plus cosmetic scuffs, scratches, dings, and edge wear on the wooden base. Please note that photography lighting can cause slight color variations in person.