86 - MANHURIN SCOOTER - c. 1957

MANHURIN SCOOTER - c. 1957 Rare, original, double-sided, die-cut enamel advertising sign. 98.5 x 74 cm. “Émaillerie Alsacienne Strasbourg Hoenheim” Produced in 1957 in a limited run of only 300 pieces (from the book *Histoires de plaques* by Pierre Meyer) In beautiful overall condition— The enamel has perfectly retained its vibrancy, revealing vivid reds and a superb original luster. Around the edges, there are some minor chips typical of normal wear and tear. There is very slight surface scuffing. —A decorative garage piece for automobilia enthusiasts— Founded in Mulhouse in 1919 by Jules Spengler, the Manufacture de Machines du Haut-Rhin (industrial machinery, then cartridge manufacturing starting in 1922) successfully diversified after the war into fully automatic scooters. The design combines the four rings of Auto Union (under license from DKW) with the Mulhouse wheel, the city’s symbol. Haut-Rhin/Grand Est/Alsace