19th Century (1850)
Hunting vehicle.
English.
Manufactured by Thrupp and Co.
Inv. PDVV nº 1720 
Dim. 420x205x280 cm


Manufacture ordered by Queen Maria II.

This vehicle was intended for small trips or for hunting companions who didn't ride.

A long vehicle with an open box, four benches and refined finishing.

The interior is a series of four benches with braided cane decoration and lined with grey and blue striped cotton, gilt cotton lace with blue and beige floral patterns. The third bench has a folding backrest in order to allow access to the back seat.

It has four lamps, wheel brakes, roll-up blinds suspended from the roof, folding stirrups and footrest sliding drawers. The monogram of King Carlos is painted on it as he was the last user of this vehicle.

The manufacturer's trademark, Thrupp and Co., is chiselled on the wheel hubs.

The floor is covered with woollen carpet with a blue and beige floral pattern.