Depression-Era “Sharron’s Pierce Arrow” Student Model – Hand-Cast Streamliner View Watchlist >
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Depression-Era “Sharron’s Pierce Arrow” Student Model – Hand-Cast Streamliner
An evocative relic of American ingenuity, this handcrafted “Sharron’s Pierce Arrow” model car embodies the creativity and resilience of the Depression era. Fashioned in cast metal with silver-painted grille, vivid blue body, and cream rubber tires with red hubs, it channels the sleek luxury of the late-1930s Pierce-Arrow sedans. Inside, a small cast driver figure peers through angular windows — a charming detail that hints at both artistry and experimentation.
A handwritten tag beneath reads: “Designed by Hubbey Craftsmith, Depression Work Study Program A Collage.” While likely referencing a student or workshop project rather than a commercial maker, the piece reflects the educational design programs of the 1930s, when colleges encouraged “hands-on” craftsmanship as both learning and livelihood. The green-painted undercarriage and unmarked casting confirm it as a one-off or limited study piece rather than a production toy — a true Depression-era curiosity.
Condition:
Good overall, showing light surface wear and minor paint loss consistent with age and hand production. Wheels roll smoothly, chrome accents retain bright luster, and the handwritten tag remains legible and attached. Comes exactly as shown.
Dimensions:
2 x 2½ x 6 inches
Weight: 6.4 oz
