Governess car
Category
Carriages & other vehicles
Date
Unknown
Materials
Wood, canvas, metal and leather
Measurements
2080 x 1650 mm; 2970 mm (Length)
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 40540
Summary
A governess cart with Victorian running gear and an early 20th century wooden body. The seat is stamped: 12-16. The axle is stamped: VR / W. SHORTHOUSE. One hubcap marked: FULLER'S / BRISTOL. The other hubcap marked: HOLLAND AND HOLLAND LONDON.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.