This fine, meticulously constructed wooden scale model copies the design of a late 18th or early 19th century full-sized working example.It dates to circa 1920.This cart is well detailed and has a hinged back which can be dropped for loading. In addition, it has removable side and front extension panels. The spoked wooden wheels are properly constructed with rotating hubs and steel rims. The cart also has a tipping action for dropping loaded goods. The finish is originally hand painted in a combination of red and navy blue with a dark brown interior.The cart is a rare early scratch built model which is in very good original condition and eye catching in its bright colour scheme which has developed a pleasing age related patina.English, circa 1920Height 21cm x width 50cm x depth 23cmRobert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online. You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner. All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or s...