A 1:4 scale model of a Burrell-type showman's traction engine
London, 10 December
Lot sold
USD 3 332 - 4 665
GBP 2 500 - 3 500 (listed)
Estimate
USD 3 332 - 4 665
GBP 2 500 - 3 500 (listed)
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TypeToys & Games
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Lot number116
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Location
Description
A 1:4 scale model of a Burrell-type showman's traction engine, steel clad, in maroon livery with brass strap work and copper work to the boiler, wheel hubs and roof support, fitted with single-cylinder piston head, the cab has a pressure gauge with copper piping, handbrake, forward and reverse gearing knob, steering wheel and heavy cast iron door to fire with solid flywheel. The 220/250 Volt generator built by The English Electric Company Ltd. of London, with chain-link steering and pierced artillery style wheels. Copper/brass neck to top of chimney stack, brass whistle, manually operated ember drawer, water tank, coal reserve to rear and brackets for lamps to the front, two side tanks detached.
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Bonhams 1793
101 New Bond Street
London
W1S 1SR
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Bonhams Collectors’ Car department
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