Rare Britains Ltd Lead Cast 1930's Madame Tussauds Bust

Description  

During the 1930’s, Britains made advertising and promotional items for various leading companies and institutions, including Madame Tussaud’s. There must very few people who don’t know that Madame Tussaud’s is a famous, probably the world’s best known Wax Museum in Baker Street, Central London. A limited series of famous historical people were available from the museum gift shop. 

This is a rare hollow cast finely detailed lead model bust of Madame Tussauds. The words "Madame Tussauds - London" are printed round the lower rim, with "Copyright Britains Ltd Proprietors" on the back. 

A rare and unusual souvenir of living British history.

Condition

For a figure around 80 years old, it is in remarkable vintage condition with only slight ding on the top of the bonnet and a small stress crack on the shoulder which is shown in the last image. 

Dimensions

The Figurine/Bust measures 8.0 cm in height and 5.0 cm in width. 

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