Presenting a Roof Seat Break by Shanks of London
This roof seat break by Shanks of London is a meticulously crafted carriage in striking black and yellow livery. Featuring a spacious design, the body includes an elevated driver's box seat, rear groom's seat, and a central passenger compartment. The carriage is mounted on sturdy wooden spoked wheels with leaf spring suspension, ensuring a smooth ride. It is equipped with practical features such as louvred underbody storage compartments, carriage lamp brackets, folding access steps, and a driving pole for a pair or team of horses, with the wheel hubs proudly stamped "Shanks London".
Features of this beautifully restored four-wheeled coaching brake include Shanks of London wheel hubs, a black and yellow painted finish with lining, an elevated driver's box seat for two, an elevated rear groom's seat, and a central passenger compartment seating six. The carriage also boasts wooden spoked wheels, leaf spring suspension, louvred underbody storage compartments, folding access steps, and a pole for driving with a pair or team of horses.
Dimensions:
- Overall length: 290 cm (excluding pole)
- Pole length: 290 cm
- Width: 174 cm
- Height: 244 cm
Wheel Diameters:
- Front wheels: 99 cm
- Rear wheels: 129 cm
Seating Capacity:
- Driver's box seat: 2
- Passenger seating: 6
- Rear groom's seat: 1
Don't miss the opportunity to acquire this exceptional Roof Seat Break by Shanks of London, available at Duggleby Auctioneers.