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A French painted tin clockwork model of a Racing Alfa Romeo P2 of circa 1924, attributed to Compagnie Industrielle du Jouet, circa 1930
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- tin, rubber, leather
- length 20 1/2 in.
- 52 cm
with functioning steering and off-set passenger seat, the hood with Alfa racing team logo, solid rubber tires, painted red with white number 2, closed hood with stitched leather straps, no engine
Condition
paint losses, section of rear repainted, also cowl, steering now defective, no key
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
This represents one of Alfa’s greatest cars, world champion in 1925. Designed by Vittorio Jano, recruited from Fiat by Enzo Ferrari, the car was fitted with Alfa’s first supercharged straight-8 cylinder engine. Between 1924-1930, it was victorious in 14 Grands Prix, driven by Antonio Ascari, Guiseppe Campari, Achille Varzi and Gastone Brilli-Peri.