Antique British Brass Spitfire Model – Cast Desk Ornament on Starburst Base (c.1940s 24mm game tokens Also 768563 marked on the

Also 768563 marked on the back

this elegant desk ornament celebrates the spirit of British aviation design

there are a couple of teeth missing which again is probably real to life

the elements form a striking and whimsical display object—part folk assemblage

Russell is a painter

Antique British Brass Spitfire Model – Cast Desk Ornament on Starburst Base (c.1940s 24mm game tokens Also 768563 marked on theA characterful and compact mid 20th century cast brass model of a Supermarine Spitfire, mounted on its original starburst base and stamped BRITISH MADE beneath. The stylised form, wartime era casting and distinctive eight point base all suggest a 1940s patriotic or trench artinspired piece, likely produced as a small desk ornament or commemorative token. The aircraft is solid cast brass with a lovely mellow, aged patina and a freely turning propeller.