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1960s General Motors Gas Turbine Concept Model

About the Item

General Motors gas turbine concept model, The Bison Series. Possibly by Syd Mead or Tom Semple . The gas turbine Bison series of vehicles were built and shown at 1964 World's Fair. Not sure what the construction is but the piece has substantial weight .
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Plastic,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Original Paint, Patina, Some Chips and wear of 60 plus years .
  • Seller Location:
    Ferndale, MI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: U12052884821338

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