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“Indian with Snake”
This representation reflects not an actual Native American person or people, but a French artist’s romanticized idea of “the Indian.” Établissments Marvel were a prolific éditeur of mascots as well as a supplier of automotive accessories.
There are over 240 examples of automotive mascots in the collection. This is Coiled Serpent, from 1930 by Desmo, a well-known British motor accessory company. Although animals were common inspirations for automotive mascot designers, the serpent is somewhat unique.