“La Fee Electrique” (“Electric Fairy”) - Revs Institute

You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience.

“La Fee Electrique” (“Electric Fairy”)

This early and unusual mascot has lightning bolts streaming off the back of her shield. The soft, sinewy form is evocative of Art Nouveau. It was designed for Viriot et Janin (CEMS from 1919), a small car manufacturer located in the Paris suburbs.

Mascot Designer

signed L. Coupe

Mascot Editor

Viriot et Janin

Mascot Date

c. 1917

Mascot Theme

France and Art

Mascot Exhibition

French Mascots of 1920s

Mascot Owner

Collection of Jon N. Zoler

Did You Know?

Most race cars were non-competitive after their first campaign - the 1927 Vauxhall was competitive for 23 years (1927-1950) and you can see it in person.