Rarely seen/offered Model of British Horse Drawn Carriage with Coachmen 17 Long

  

1860-90 British Hansom Horse & CARRIAGE, with its coachman. This is a model of a Hansom Horse & Carriage, common to Great Britain from 1860 - 1890.

It carved, cut and painted wood. He hansom cab is a type of horse-drawn carriage designed by British architect Joseph Hansom.

These cabs quickly gained favor as they were fast, could be pulled by a single horse, and were agile enough to maneuver around congestion in dense urban areas. Hansom cabs served as taxis in New York City, providing transportation that was easier and faster than driving oneself or walking. It would make a stunning addition for any collector of toys and transportation memorabilia. Dimensions: 17" long x 14" tall x 7 wide.