This black painted five-glass Town Coach by John Marston's Carriage Works Ltd of Birmingham is a remarkable piece, boasting a glazed passenger compartment, curved front glass, and an external coachman's box seat. Crafted with a timber coach body, the carriage features a luxurious buttoned black leather interior, complemented by blue upholstered seat cushions and plated exterior door handles. The presence of maker plates on the body and step, as well as John Marston marked hub caps, add to its authenticity.
Mounted on black-painted wooden spoked wheels with rubber tyres, this Town Coach showcases leaf spring suspension, underbody turntable steering, and iron fittings throughout. This exquisite piece was even featured on the film set of 'Victoria' starring Jenna Coleman, adding to its provenance and allure.
The dimensions of this splendid Town Coach are as follows: an impressive overall length of 390 cm, a width of 190 cm, and a height of 214 cm. The front wheels have a diameter of 104 cm, while the rear wheels measure 134 cm. The coach provides seating for two in the coachman's box and four in the passenger compartment.
Don't miss the opportunity to acquire this exquisite piece of history, available at auction through Duggleby Auctioneers.