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An exceptional, heavy 24-inch by 8” mid-century sand-cast iron automotive wall plaque depicting the historic 1902 Panhard & Levassor Tonneau racer. Features rare, independently spinning wheels with embossed "Dunlop Corp" lettering. Authentic post-war Japanese export craftsmanship in fully intact condition. The brass finish has come off in several places. Please see pics.
Material: Heavy Sand-Cast IronFinish: Vintage Brass/Gold Metallic Cold Finish with Red Accent moving wheels. (Stamped "JAPAN" on the reverse)
Condition: functionally excellent Vintage Condition. The brass finish, as stated is faded. no missing parts, breaks, or structural damage. All mechanical wheel assemblies, threaded axle pins, and original nuts are intact and fully functional.
.Standout Collector Features:Mechanically Rotating Wheels: A highly unique feature for wall decor of this scale. The wheels are mounted via robust threaded axles and hex nuts, allowing all tires to spin smoothly.Authentic Dunlop Cord Branding: The front tires feature crisp, raised embossed lettering reading "DUNLOP CORD", paying homage to the famous 1910s/1920s tire technology that revolutionized early motoring.Robust Mounting System: Features a heavy-duty integrated mounting bridge with dual triangular slots over the spare tire, plus a secondary rear anchor post to ensure it hangs securely and level.The front displays a wonderful, aged gold/brass finish over the solid iron core, perfectly capturing the aesthetic of Edwardian brass-era automobiles. The iconic red-spoked wheels retain their classic color accents beautifully.A spectacular, heavy-duty centerpiece for any garage, den, man cave, petroliana display, or classic car collection.Shipping & Handling:Due to the substantial weight of this solid cast iron piece, it will be securely wrapped in heavy-duty bubble wrap and double-boxed to ensure safe transit.