"saint Christopher" Car Mascot By René Lalique, Circa 1928–1930, Radiator Cap

A vintage automobile mascot by René Lalique, made of pressed-molded glass, depicting Saint Christopher carrying the Infant Jesus on his shoulders.
The saint is shown walking, leaning on his staff, while the Infant is depicted with a halo of rays.
The composition, rendered in relief and featuring partially satin-finished glass, reflects the decorative style developed by René Lalique for his automobile mascots in the late 1920s.

The piece bears the molded signature “R. LALIQUE FRANCE.”

This model belongs to the series of radiator mascots created by Lalique to adorn luxury automobiles. Saint Christopher, traditionally regarded as the protector of travelers, was a particularly fitting subject for this purpose.

French work, René Lalique, circa 1928–1930.

In very good condition.

René Lalique (1860–1945), a French jeweler and master glassmaker, began producing decorative glass in the early 20th century, which enjoyed significant international success. In the 1920s and 1930s, he created numerous automobile mascots made of molded and pressed glass, depicting animals, allegorical figures, or religious figures. These models were intended to be mounted on automobile radiator caps