This
unabridged reprint from a rare original catalog from 1900 advertises
the commercial carts, wagons, vans and drays built by a prosperous
wagon and carriage works in Bristol, England. The Bristol Wagon
& Carriage Works built and sold vehicles customized for many different
occupation and tradespeople including farmers, dairymen, bakers,
butchers, wine merchants, cabinet makers, and coal merchants. Each
of the vehicles is pictured in a finely detailed line drawing and
accompanied by descriptive copy that highlights its special feature—including
tipping carts with Margetson & Hek’s patent screw-tip and Margetson
& Hek’s new patent lever-tip. Designers, collectors and enthusiasts
of the history of transportation will find these wonderful drawings
a delight to peruse and study. Includes a 1900’s price list in pounds,
of course.
160
pages. Over 250 line drawings and 5 B&W photos. 8-1/2 x 11 Soft
cover. $12.95. (1994) ISBN 048628123X
