Limited edition vintage advertising motorcycle pin, gold-tone, 80s-90s
AFW - Antique France Worldwide
Description
This vintage advertising pin features a stylized motorcycle, seen in profile, in a finish that blends golden, black, and orange hues. The visible side shows precise detailing, with brilliant golden areas that evoke gilding applied to metal, contrasting with matte black flat areas for the seat, tires, and certain parts of the frame. The motorcycle's design is highlighted by a clear outline, likely enameled, which brings out the motif and accentuates the retro effect.
The overall composition of the pin is dynamic, with the motorcycle leaning forward, suggesting movement. The handlebars, fuel tank, geometrically patterned seat, and wheels are clearly distinguishable, with the front wheel oriented slightly to the left. Visible mechanical details, such as the engine and frame structure, provide careful realism, typical of advertising productions from the late 20th century.
The pin's surface has a smooth and shiny appearance in the golden areas, while the black and orange parts appear slightly matte, enhancing the visual contrast. The whole is highlighted by a brilliant metallic outline, visible around the entire periphery of the piece. No logo, brand, or text is legible on the exposed side.
The pin is presented on a blue cylindrical stand, placed on a dark blue satin fabric, which accentuates its collector's item aspect and highlights its metallic look. No major defects, chips, or scratches appear on the visible side; the surface appears in good condition, without notable traces of oxidation or tarnishing.
This type of pin was commonly distributed during promotional operations or events in the 80s-90s, with an aesthetic characteristic of that period: clean lines, vibrant colors, and a stylized rendition of the motorcycle.
Condition
Used item, sold as is. The visible side is clean and well-preserved, with no apparent defects.
Did you know? Advertising pins were very popular in France in the 1980s and 1990s, particularly during sporting events or marketing campaigns. They were often produced in limited editions, which today makes them representative witnesses of the advertising aesthetic of that era.
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