The WW I Cartoon Character Old Bill Mascot/Hood Ornament. This mascot is modeled after 1 of 2 Old Bill mascots. This beautiful detailed piece is based on the British Tommy of WW1. The WW I cartoon character was created by Bruce Barnsfather. He was known as Old Contemptible, also referred to as a Standing Old Bill. It is made of bronze and measures approximately 5 inches high. It is a reproduction. This is an individual piece there may be small differences between the pictures and the physical piece. This adds to the exclusivity of this ornament.