Mobil, 2017
by Robin Utracik
size: 700mm height, 240mm width
construction: styrene sheet, foamex board
finish: acrylic paint, ink, oil paint
Gas Station Sign, Detroit, Michigan
The Mobil symbol is that of a winged red horse, 'Pegasus', which has been the company trademark since its affiliation with the Magnolia Petroleum Company in the 1930's. This is a copy of a preserved sign from the 1950's in Detroit, Michigan.