1930-1932 Pierce Arrow Archer \'Tiereur d\'Arc\' W. N. Schnell Mascot Hood Ornament For Sale

Originally sculpted by W.N Schnell, this \"Tireur d\'Arc\" was the symbol for the luxury car company Pierce-Arrow, which made the world\'s most valuable cars between 1901 and 1938.

VEHICLE: 1930-1932 Pierce Arrow & Other Applications

CONDITION: Original, Missing Gilted Bow & Arrow

SIGNED: W.N Schnell

WEIGHT: 2.7 LB.

HEIGHT w/ BASE: 6.5\"

LENGTH w/ BASE: 5\"

WIDTH of BASE: 4\"

Pierce-Arrow was an American automobile manufacturer from Buffalo, New York, known for their luxury cars. They produced expensive vehicles from 1901 until 1938, when they closed their doors due to the Great Depression. \"The Archer\" was the most famous hood ornament for the Pierce-Arrow automobile and was displayed on their vehicles in the early 1930s. Designed by W. Schnell and known for its intricate details, the design depicted a kneeling archer aiming his bow. It was also known as \"Tireur d\'Arc,\" French for \"a bow shooter.\"