A Rare Edwardian Model of an 18th C London to Epsom Stagecoach

This superb Edwardian scratch built model stage coach dates to circa 1900. It is in very good original condition and has been painstakingly built and hand painted to great detail in wood and brass. It stands on four wooden spoked wheels with brass rims. All of the working chassis are in timber, the front section has moving steering. The leaf spring suspension is hand made and riveted in brass. There is a working handbrake with a lever and mechanism which locks onto the back wheels. The carriage has hinged doors with glass windows which open to reveal a fitted interior lined in red fabric with brass trim. This interior was intended for high class travellers who paid well for the privilege. Above there is an assortment of bench seating upholstered with red velvet for the drivers and those passengers less fortunate. They would have paid less for the journey but would have been exposed to all of the elements. This amazing model has brass lanterns and a horn for blowing and sounding the approach. There is a number of stepping plates for climbing up to the top seats. On the back, there is a set of extra mounting tack for more horses. The overall appearance of this model carriage has great eye appeal. It is all original, brightly hand painted, detailed finish which is sign written with from London to Epsom on all sides. The colour scheme of yellow red and black is detailed with pin lines around most panels and surfaces. This paintwork is very pleasing. It shows age related patination with some light crazing. This model is around 100 years old and has survived remarkably well and would be a fabulous addition to a collector or as a standalone object.

Robert 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 sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

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